en on today Womens Harrison Smith Jersey , we haven’t entered the real doldrums of the league yet but it’s a long way until free agency and the draft.I’m going to purposely shrink the links up here so I can get these posted, get to bed and get up earlier than necessary so I can spend time with my family before we all race off to work.If I see anything of interest regarding the Vikings I’ll try and link it up here or post in the comments.Time to carry on with our news and links open thread full of beer recommendations, nap strategies, crock pot and smoker recipes. Fire up the mock drafts and drop by for some fan wisdom, snark and have some delicious bacon.Around the DN since our last open thread:Wludford ponders if it’s time to add a video official to NFL officiating crews.Vikings news from other sources and news from around the rest of the league:From Vikings.com Wobby opens his pick-6 mailbag to address reader questions, including how the Vikings will approach the safety position opposite of Harrison Smith heading into 2019, if Chad Beebe can make an impact in the race for the third wide receiver position and more.Mock Madness 1.0: Experts picking offensive lineman for Vikings in first round.Harrison Smith checks in from 4th career Pro Bowl.At SKOR North Matthew Coller ponders the future of the Vikings QB’s.From NFL.com the Cardinals re-sign Larry Fitzgerald to one-year contract.Steven Jones responds to Cole Beasley’s WR target claim.Unsung heroes in the NFC: Adrian Peterson, Frank Clark thrived.We come to today’s media selection:Change the World by Making Your Bed - by Admiral William McRavenAgain, we all know the rules Jaleel Johnson Jersey , but in case someone is new:-No discussion of politics or religion-No feeding of the trolls-This isn’t a male version of The View, so leave the gender hatred at the door-Keep the bad language to a minimum (using the spoiler tags, if you must)-Speaking of which, if discussing a newer show or movie, please use spoiler tags-No pictures that could get someone fired or in serious trouble with their employer-If you can’t disagree in a civil manner, feel free to go away-While navigating the open thread, just assume it’s sarcasm.With that, the beer light is on and the bar is open. Belly up & tie one on. Don’t forget to tip your waitress, try the Tears of Our Rivals鈩?and as always http://www.thevikingslockerroom.com/authentic-riley-reiff-jersey , Welcome Aboard! Good Morning!I hope you’re having a great work week and are looking forward to a weekend full of family, fun, bacon and beer. I was really looking forward to this Sunday’s game with the Saints until I realized I have to work, but that’s what the iPad and Direct TV Sunday Ticket are for, those times when just have to watch a game while tapping into the hospital wifi.While we’re waiting for the next Vikings game to start we’ll continue with our open thread full of beer recommendations, nap strategies, crock pot and smoker recipes. Have another cup of coffee and drop by for some fan wisdom and snark. With that, let’s do this.Around the DN since our last thread:We get an update from Ted about Dalvin Cook as he could be out until after the bye week.Lucas has your Minnesota Vikings news and notes heading into week 8.Vikings news from other sources:From Revenge of the Birds (the SB Nation Arizona Cardinals site) they peek behind the E$PN paywall about the four letter network’s idea for a trade of Patrick Peterson to the Minnesota Vikings and it is not too bad.From Vikings.com DE Everson Griffen addressed the media about his absence from the team....Welcome Back!Head Coach Mike Zimmer on the plan for Griffen’s return, the red zone offense and dealing with the Saint’s high octane offense.CB Holton Hill on working with Coach Terence Newman to prepare for Brees and his first NFL interception last week.WR Brandon Zylstra on his reaction to his first NFL catch and progress as a player.From 1500espn they ponder that in Minneapolis Miracle game Womens Everson Griffen Jersey , the Vikings learned no lead is safe against Brees, conversely no lead is safe over the Vikings either amirite?League news: From NFL.com Everson Griffen: Off-field issues “bigger than football.”Raiders HC Jon Gruden: ‘Certainly, I don’t see us trading’ Derek Carr.Cardinals CB Patrick Peterson aims to be with Cardinals ‘for years.’Amari Cooper thrilled to get ‘fresh start’ with Cowboys.NFL announces Week 15, 16 Saturday schedules.We come to today’s media selection: Lynyrd Skynyrd-That SmellAgain, we all know the rules, but in case someone is new:-No discussion of politics or religion-No feeding of the trolls-This isn’t a male version of The View, so leave the gender hatred at the door-Keep the bad language to a minimum (using the spoiler tags, if you must)-Speaking of which, if discussing a newer show or movie Brett Jones Jersey , please use spoiler tags-No pictures that could get someone fired or in serious trouble with their employer-If you can’t disagree in a civil manner, feel free to go away-While navigating the open thread, just assume it’s sarcasm.With that, the beer light is on and the bar is open. Belly up & tie one on. Don’t forget to tip your waitress, try the venison chili and as always, Welcome Aboard and Skol Vikings!