Adrian Peterson Joins Antoine Winfield On Vikings' Injured List
Peterson was listed as limited with a sprained ankle on Wednesday. Sounds like he'll still play this Sunday, however.
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i hope he does play
I wanna see what our defense does against the top rb in the league.
by ironmike55 on Oct 22, 2009 8:24 AM EDT via mobile reply actions 0 recs
I don’t.
You sure Ike isn’t reacquainting himself with his fingers, he certainly doesn’t use them for catching. - Brian (DaBolts) on "Face Me Ike"
by steelguy99 on Oct 22, 2009 9:05 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
He will play
AP is one tough cookie (never understood that term).
He won’t be 100%, but neither is Polamalu, so I have no sympathy for them. As Tomlin says, it should not change our standard of expectation.
" I’m glad we play Pitt twice, and not Tenn this year." - Salty Browns Fan.
by Johnny_S on Oct 22, 2009 8:29 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Haven't you ever
had one of those bigger or older chocolate chip cookies that was just cooling off enough where you had trouble biting off a piece? Sounds like you haven’t had enough cookies in your life…
by cdubs on Oct 22, 2009 10:11 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
"Sounds like you haven't had enough cookies in your life..."
Can one have too many cookies in their life? I think not!
by gostevego on Oct 22, 2009 10:19 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I guess I haven't had many "tough" cookies
Just soft, gooey ones fresh out of the oven.
" I’m glad we play Pitt twice, and not Tenn this year." - Salty Browns Fan.
by Johnny_S on Oct 22, 2009 10:23 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I would be happy if he sits out
But I am not that concerned if he plays, too. I just want the Steelers to win – with or without Purple Jesus, I don’t care.
by Han on Oct 22, 2009 8:43 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
A win is a win and anything that facilitates a win helps. However, I always find we rise to the challenge of a good running back. I used to love games against the Chargers a few years back because we always shut down LT. It would be great to see us do that to Peterson.
by 36chambers on Oct 22, 2009 9:55 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Purple Jesus
has to play. That is the whole reason my clan chose this game to attend when the schedule was released. Getting to see Favre turned out to be a bonus. I want the full product on the field.
PLUS, if those guys don’t play and the Steelers win, you KNOW all we’ll hear about forever is how the “Steelers only beat the Vikings cause they were shorthanded” crap.
The only managing Ben does is he manages to WIN games
by chewiesteeler on Oct 22, 2009 10:09 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I'll take their whining all the way to the wins column.
by gostevego on Oct 22, 2009 10:20 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
We are going to hear that no matter what
Since Winfield is looking doubtful for the game, and even if he does play he won’t be 100%.
" I’m glad we play Pitt twice, and not Tenn this year." - Salty Browns Fan.
by Johnny_S on Oct 22, 2009 10:24 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yup.
All that matters is the W. I could care less about pundits.
You sure Ike isn’t reacquainting himself with his fingers, he certainly doesn’t use them for catching. - Brian (DaBolts) on "Face Me Ike"
by steelguy99 on Oct 22, 2009 10:56 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Peterson will play
however the steelers defense has a solid chance of holding him under 100 yards if they have the lead. The thing about Peterson is he takes advantage of defenders mistakes. If you take the wrong angle on him, he’ll cut in one direction and be gone. If you try to hit him too high he will run you over. If you break down before tackling him he’ll just juke you out of your shoes and go around you. You need to have good tackling linebackers and secondary to stop him, and you have to swarm him. It’s by far to tackle single-handedly for the reasons mentioned above. Look at Patrcik Willis and the Niners, they own Peterson because they make physical contact as quick as possible and they have very good tackling linebackers. Lineman are somewhat insignificant to Peterson’s game because 1. Our offensive line usually opens a big enough hole or lane for him and 2. Even if the D-Line anticipated the hole and closes it, Peterson’s vision is so good that he’ll recognize there’s no hole and jump to the outside and take his chances 1 on 1 with the secondary.
Steelers have a good defense and are good tacklers, especially good linebackers. I think it will be a good game. But unfortunately I have a feeling my Vikings get beat this week in the house that ketchup built.
by cdubs on Oct 22, 2009 10:20 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
"The House that Ketchup Built"
Nice! Good luck to you!
by gostevego on Oct 22, 2009 1:35 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hines(86) 57 sauce built it
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 1:36 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Have they made a one-off special for Hines yet?
Would be cool if they had a Hines 86 ketchup for a one time thing. Maybe it could have a shot of his Kieth rivers block on it.
by SteelersVT on Oct 22, 2009 1:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That would sell big time!
The league will ask for some cash because that picture would be NFL property….then again htye could have an art contest for kids for the label.
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 2:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
A Kids Art Contest
is a great idea that is certainly in spirit with Ward’s work off the field.
"That's why they play the game."
by B Dub on Oct 22, 2009 2:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
All the pictures would be crayon drawings of crackback blocks.
You sure Ike isn’t reacquainting himself with his fingers, he certainly doesn’t use them for catching. - Brian (DaBolts) on "Face Me Ike"
by steelguy99 on Oct 22, 2009 2:22 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Lot's of Red rayon used for tone
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 2:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I want all of their starters to play
This is really the first game that presents itself as a challenge. Sure they have been getting everyone’s best shot, but this is the first that “presents” itself as a challenge. You could say the Titans game did too because they were thought to be challengers. I like this kind of test early in the season. Sort of a semester quiz. That said I want them to be full strength.
No matter know plays for them, I think the Steelers can handle them. If they don’t I’m going to run on the field and take the ball from Favre.
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 10:27 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I don't follow
This is really the first game that presents itself as a challenge.
And trust me, I’m not trying to be a prick here — it’s a legitimate question, although it could potentially be misunderstood. However, how can anyone even say that whenthey’ve suffered at least one loss? Are you saying that the Bears and Bengals didn’t present themselves as a challenge prior to losing to them? I guess if you answer is yes, perhaps you should start looking at all teams as a challenge. After all, it’s any given Sunday. I guess if your answer is no, then what do you mean?
by Figgs on Oct 22, 2009 10:40 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Exactly
The word “present”. Not saying it wasn’t a challenge. That’s why I put it in italics.
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 11:14 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I mean if you look at the weapons
what I’m saying should be obvious. Favre and Peterson. You can try to disect it but I’m looking at the obvious.
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 11:15 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m not sure if this is what PixburghArn meant by “presents itself as a challenge,” but this game seems to be the most challenging game to date regarding game planning. On defense, do we stack the box to control AP or do we play to limit Favre’s options? Offensively, how important is establishing the run against their stout defense?
To a certain extent, game plans are defenestrated once a game unfolds. That being said, I feel like our approach to this game, and the balance between adapting and adhering to our plan is more interesting than normal against this well-rounded opponent.
by HereWeGo on Oct 22, 2009 11:14 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Pretty much
Going into each game “I” didn’t see the first 6 games as a huge challenge. Sure this is the NFL and you can be challenged “any given Sunday” yada yada. Anyhow…. it’s pretty much what you said “HereWeGo”
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 11:21 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The most challenging game to date
On the Vikings end as well, I would imagine. I guess I was thrown off a little because some of the other teams the Steelers have played to date seem challenging as well.
by Figgs on Oct 22, 2009 1:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Didn't we really beat ourselves in those losses?
I mean, sure, all teams represent a certain level of challenge, but we really aided and abetted the winners in those losses. I think the vikings may represent the first team that could beat us despite us playing all out. I think if we didn’t give away the other games, we’d be 6-0.
by SteelersVT on Oct 22, 2009 1:51 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
We didn’t close the window, and the other teams made us pay. We didn’t beat ourselves, we didn’t do enough to win.
by Phantaskippy on Oct 22, 2009 3:31 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah I did absolutely nothing to help.
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 3:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sorry, I felt so helpless
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 6:28 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You must have
sat in the wrong seat, placed your towel at the wrong angle, and wore your shirt out instead of tucked in. I hold you responsible.
by worldtrip on Oct 22, 2009 7:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Defenestrated
Love that word!
Agree with sentiment here about challenge. I’m a fan, not a coach. I’m sure as Figgs says every game is a challenge to the coaches and players. But this game is the first that has my juices in full flow.
"More than 70 percent of putts left short do not go in."
by euwolfie on Oct 22, 2009 1:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm a Vikings fan
And, unfortunately, Detroit’s 2 closest wins came against the Vikings last year. I’ve since learned to treat every game as a challenge. Fortunately for you guys, you haven’t had that sort of experience that I’m aware of!
by Figgs on Oct 22, 2009 1:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
We lost to the raiders horrendously the other year. Beat the nearly 0-12 dolphins 3- 0 once.
We can have off days.
by SteelersVT on Oct 22, 2009 2:05 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
We also lost to the Browns 6 years ago or something. And that takes work.
by Phantaskippy on Oct 22, 2009 3:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That Dolphins game does not count
Those were the worst field conditions I’ve ever seen. If it had been nice weather we would have destroyed them.
Those Dolphins did beat the Ravens though, that was hilarious.
" I’m glad we play Pitt twice, and not Tenn this year." - Salty Browns Fan.
by Johnny_S on Oct 22, 2009 4:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Like Timmons destroyed Ricky Williams?
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 4:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
this is a pleasing development
Before Smith went down, my favorite thing about the Steelers was that no one could run on them. I was looking forward to AP being marginalized. Now I’m not so sure. But I’ll take a sprained ankle!
"It was an attrition football game and you know we like that."
by showtime on Oct 22, 2009 11:20 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
haha
I bet all the cocky 6-0 Vikings fans (there are some nice ones on here, welcome to you) just had that dropping feeling in their stomach when they read this news!!
"It was an attrition football game and you know we like that."
by showtime on Oct 22, 2009 11:21 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
He'll play
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 11:22 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
oh I'm sure he will
but how effective will he be? How much practice will he miss and how will that affect the offense? How limited will his burst be?
"It was an attrition football game and you know we like that."
by showtime on Oct 22, 2009 11:26 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I guess that remains to be seen
I would expect him to be very effective. He’ll probably practice before the week is out. It’s probably a precaution.
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 11:29 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Adrian Peterson could lead the league in rushing hopping on one leg, so I’ve got no doubt he’ll be effective. If it limits his cutting ability even a bit though, it will greatly help us contain him.
by Phantaskippy on Oct 22, 2009 3:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
+1
Gotta agree with you on the importance of the cutting. A lot of the long runs AP had vs the Ravens were on what looked like designed cutbacks, with some very good blocking waiting on the backside of the start of the play. Unfortunately, this is where we are vulnerable right now – Kirshce, Eason and Hood will need to stay home here and get through some blocks, or at least stand their ground and re-direct AP to our LBs.
Regardless, he’s a beast and will be up to the challenge.
by HarryBTs on Oct 22, 2009 4:07 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don’t think his practice time will affect his ability to play.
by Salty on Oct 22, 2009 12:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, I doubt that. A few weeks ago when he was a little dinged though his cuts were not as sharp, that’s all I’m hoping for.
You sure Ike isn’t reacquainting himself with his fingers, he certainly doesn’t use them for catching. - Brian (DaBolts) on "Face Me Ike"
by steelguy99 on Oct 22, 2009 1:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You think he needs practice to stay sharp as a running back?
by Salty on Oct 22, 2009 11:53 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think he means he hopes the injury impedes his ability to make cuts.
" I’m glad we play Pitt twice, and not Tenn this year." - Salty Browns Fan.
by Johnny_S on Oct 23, 2009 8:22 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ding ding ding.
You sure Ike isn’t reacquainting himself with his fingers, he certainly doesn’t use them for catching. - Brian (DaBolts) on "Face Me Ike"
by steelguy99 on Oct 23, 2009 9:58 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I bet he'll be SALTY
if AP isn’t sharp in his cuts
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 23, 2009 10:56 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m sure the fans who know football already had than with Winfield. How far can a stomach drop?
" I’m glad we play Pitt twice, and not Tenn this year." - Salty Browns Fan.
by Johnny_S on Oct 22, 2009 11:34 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Come on - we're not all cocky
Ok, maybe a little, but we’ve been enjoying the season so far – give us a break.
As for the Peterson injury report, it doesn’t cause too much concern. He’s been listed the last few weeks and has been frequently in the past. I don’t think this is Childress pulling a Belichek with the injury report, but Peterson just ends up with some minor wear and tear after running so damn hard every game. The Winfield injury looks like a much more serious deal. Your pass offense scares the bejeezus out of me…
by Knut on Oct 22, 2009 12:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah I was thinking the same thing about Peterson
By the way…this game really seems like it should be an awesome game. I hope it isn’t. :) I hope we win big! If they change it to 4pm we are screwed! We never win 4pm games. Anyhow…really I hope it is a good game. I will be there. By the way, they only good game is one WE win. :)
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 12:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
We obviously differ on our definition of a 'good game'
But yeah – I agree. This one should be fun.
by Knut on Oct 22, 2009 12:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I hope the Vikings are 100%, we need to see where we stack up. The Vikings are as good a test as anybody. I’d rather lose and have it be a wake up call that helps the Steelers get better than a win where all we see is the Vikings play like crap.
Like Tomlin says, Iron sharpens Iron. I want to see a game that makes the Steelers get better.
by Phantaskippy on Oct 22, 2009 3:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Um, no
AP typically is limited in Wed, Thurs practices once the season gets in to save some hits. A nice blog desrcibing that is www.accessvikings.com. Trust me, he is 100%
by Jepp The Viking on Oct 22, 2009 4:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
He didn’t look 100% a few weeks ago. Ankle injuries linger.
You sure Ike isn’t reacquainting himself with his fingers, he certainly doesn’t use them for catching. - Brian (DaBolts) on "Face Me Ike"
by steelguy99 on Oct 22, 2009 4:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Is this Childress pulling a Belichick ?
In the ’07 season, it seemed that The Hooded Man had Brady on the injury list from week to week. But come game time, Brady played. It almost became a joke in some media outlets.
So, could Childress simply be playing with his own injury list in an effort to influence the way the Steelers prepare for Sunday? I have to believe that, as long as AP is at least 70%, he’s gonna be suiting up.
"That's why they play the game."
by B Dub on Oct 22, 2009 11:38 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
There is also concern about scrutiny after the Jets got spanked for not listing Favre.
by Salty on Oct 22, 2009 12:26 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The Jets like that.
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 12:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks...
…for that reminder. That story was lurking in the back of my mind, but I could not remember any specifics.
"That's why they play the game."
by B Dub on Oct 22, 2009 12:30 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Ack!
This was supposed to be a reply to PixburghArn’s Oct 22, 2009 9:30 AM PDT comment.
"That's why they play the game."
by B Dub on Oct 22, 2009 12:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You mean the 4pm stuff?
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 12:35 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The time/date stamps are all screwed up. I think the office admin may have set everyone on the wrong timezone again. LOL
"That's why they play the game."
by B Dub on Oct 22, 2009 1:07 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yesss
Looks like my visits to the Peruvian Shaman are paying off!
by Mechem on Oct 22, 2009 1:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Well all I really remember was seeing Santonio’s spirit hovering over me naked telling me to try some of this herb….
by Mechem on Oct 22, 2009 6:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOL
euphamism. It’s euphemism there spell check ace.
by Dr Del on Oct 22, 2009 8:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ah I see
You’re getting me back for my laughing at your misspelling of “warrant”. The difference is I laughed because you were criticizing someone else spelling a word wrong, and then you spelled a word wrong in your critical comment. I have a great appreciation for irony. Knowumsayin G?
by worldtrip on Oct 22, 2009 9:27 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was doing more than criticizing the misspelled words.
Reading her posts gives me an absolute migraine. I had a typo that I corrected in exactly two minutes(check the time stamp) and you jumped on me like white on rice. You had a good laugh at my expense and I just returned the favor. It’s all good. I think this is a great blog and I enjoy contributing to it.
by Dr Del on Oct 22, 2009 9:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
all together now! kum bay yah, my ____, kum bay yah...
part of the above lyric has been redacted in deference of worldtrip’s particular sensitivities.
by acrollet on Oct 22, 2009 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
White on rice...
Ya know, never did get that one. Rice is only sometimes white. And mostly white people dont eat rice…
Perhaps im thinking too deeply.
Funny that, all these posts and nobody follows my Santonio burn.
by Mechem on Oct 23, 2009 1:39 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
AP's injury
I don’t think Chilly Willy is pullin’ a Bellicheat on anyone. I watched the Vikes-Ravens game last night on NFL Replay and he took a nasty looking tackle on the ankle, getting rolled up under the Raven tackling him late in the 2nd half. He eventually came back in the game towards the end, but I don’t remember him getting any plays after that. I imagine he’s got a pretty sore ‘cankle’ this week.
Harvin re-injured his shoulder during that game as well (2nd week in a row), but I haven’t heard anything on his availability.
by HarryBTs on Oct 22, 2009 1:33 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
AP feels fine
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 2:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
It’s the end of the world as we know it…
You sure Ike isn’t reacquainting himself with his fingers, he certainly doesn’t use them for catching. - Brian (DaBolts) on "Face Me Ike"
by steelguy99 on Oct 22, 2009 2:23 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Enter Sandman
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 2:27 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Say your prayer Adrian
Don’t forget Peterson
You sure Ike isn’t reacquainting himself with his fingers, he certainly doesn’t use them for catching. - Brian (DaBolts) on "Face Me Ike"
by steelguy99 on Oct 22, 2009 2:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
no one qualifies wins and loss based on the injury report
We missed Troy in weeks 2-5, but that doesn’t excuse those losses.
Even at <100%, AP is still a dangerous. I’m sure the Vikes aren’t looking at exploiting a <100% Troy either.
by chicos_pants on Oct 22, 2009 2:24 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
It may not qualify but it sure as heck makes a difference
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." - Winston Churchill
by PixburghArn on Oct 22, 2009 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You hear it a little bit, and if we win this game you will hear it a lot more.
A lot of analysts are saying Troy being back makes this a totally different team, and talk about our defensive ranking Troy vs no Troy. It’s not College football, but it will still get a lot of play.
by Phantaskippy on Oct 22, 2009 3:40 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well its freaking true
I mean look at our 4th quarter D without him. We were flat out ugly.
Its nice when a team gets their due note. I mean in all honesty, we face a better chance of winning with a <100% AP and no winfield, and if we win by less than a score, I’ll be the first to admit that may have been why.
by Mechem on Oct 22, 2009 6:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Slackers fans do
Heck, their entire season last year was due to injuries.
by Salty on Oct 22, 2009 11:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
AP at 85% is to be reckoned with
Lineman must maintain their lanes. LB’s must fill the gaps and play disciplined. ALL must tackle. Secondary needs to play good run assist. Playing disciplined defense against AP shuts down his ability to ad lib and make 2nd cuts. A sprained ankle will also hinder that ability. I expect to see AP run more North-South this game without the flashy cuts. He will still get his yds but no game-breakers……….I hope
If the Steelers can minimize the effect of AP, that makes them rely more on Brett’s passing game. This is when the ole boy tends to throw his INT’s which he really hasn’t done much so far this yr.
by ToonaSteel on Oct 22, 2009 4:12 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Vikings fan concerns
has nothing to do with injuries really, as much as I’m worried about Childress and his highly conservative and ineffective playcalling. For years he put AP on the bench in the 4 quarters of games we could’ve won when he was our only offensive weapon. He’s a coach that has a my-way-or-the-highway philosophy and develops his strategy and schemes that have nothing to do with the type of talent on the roster.
Odds are this game will be close, and Childress has gotten away with murder so far in three 4th quarter home games.
I want Tomlin back, we had him first.
by cdubs on Oct 22, 2009 4:34 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
You can have him in forty years when we get a new coach.
I heard Bill Cowher is available though.
by Phantaskippy on Oct 22, 2009 5:51 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
how about we give you arians and call it even?
by SteelersVT on Oct 22, 2009 6:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’d be happy to trade OL coaches.
You sure Ike isn’t reacquainting himself with his fingers, he certainly doesn’t use them for catching. - Brian (DaBolts) on "Face Me Ike"
by steelguy99 on Oct 23, 2009 10:00 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Distraction
Childress is trying to distract the Steelers. Peterson will get a local painkiller in his foot, and be fine on Sunday.
by PaulMorel on Oct 22, 2009 5:12 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
"local painkiller "
Local physiologically or geographically?
by Migrant lurker on Oct 22, 2009 6:10 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
WATCH FAVRE NOT A P
Many teams focus on stopping A P. All this lends it self to is to pass the football to an open receiver from Favre. A P no doubt is a force to be reconed with but to only focus on shutting him down is suicide in the ranks of the NFL especially with Favre sniping at QB. Favre will pick apart the other team. Minnesota is too well stacked now to only depend on a R B for all the TD scoring. Containing Peterson only will not win you very many games against the Vikings.
by smack jack on Nov 7, 2009 4:22 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
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