Season Over

Everyone loved Philadelphia and apparently for good reason. Minnesota ended up being without Pat Williams (defensive tackle), Ray Edwards (defensive end) and Artis Hicks (right tackle).

Basically the game came down to two plays, a terrible interception for a touchdown by Tarvaris Jackson in the second quarter and a 71 yard Brian Westbrook screen pass for a touchdown in the fourth quarter.

The Vikings defense was solid all night except for the one huge play to Westbrook. Cedric Griffin had an interception near the end of the first half and Jared Allen had two sacks including a forced fumble which Fred Evans recovered.

Once again the Vikings special teams were a disaster and several Philly punt returns put the Eagles in great field position.

Jackson was 15 of 35 and as expected he looked HORRIBLE against the constant Philly blitz.

Adrian Peterson scored both of Minnesota’s touchdowns. AD gained 83 yards on 20 carries. His touchdowns were 40 and 3 yards. Both occurred in the first half.

The Vikes trailed 16-14 at half and were shutout in the second half.

It was a close game and the Vikes were in it until the Westbrook touchdown. I can’t say I’m shocked although I did expect the Vikes to win. It will be interesting to see what happens this offseason because one thing is clear, Tarvaris Jackson is NOT an NFL quarterback. He can be a backup, but he is NOT a starter on a playoff team.

Obviously Brad Childress will remain head coach of the Minnesota Vikings, but something HAS to be done at quarterback.

Not much more to say, the season is over. All in all it was a good year. The Vikes won the NFC North, Peterson led the NFL in rushing, both Allen and Bernard Berrian appear to be solid signings, but the season is over.

Once again life is depressing. Just think only like three months until the NFL Draft. I’m sure next year will be the year the Minnesota Vikings turn it around.

NEWT’S GAME BALLS
Offense – Adrian Peterson
Defense – Jared Allen
Special Teams – None