Oct 8, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) catches a pass for a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs in the second quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports.
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1) Dynamic Vikings WR Facing Bust Theories: The idea that Jordan Addison will be a bust is a bit misguided. Sophomore slumps happen and subtracting Kirk Cousins means the QB play is likely to take a step back. The young receiver, though, is going to be just fine.
2) Does Beloved Vikings Playmaker Finally Get Cut: C.J. Ham has been in the cut chatter for years. At this stage, he’s a bit reminiscent of Marcus Sherels, someone who shined on specials for years and who consistently found a way to hang around. Look for Minnesota to keep the one affectionately known as Hammer.
3) The Vikings’ Young Defensive Tackle has “Pop and Anchor to Battle”: No doubt, Minnesota needs a bit more help for their defensive line. Harrison Phillips is locked-in as a strong starter, someone who can be a menace against the run but who doesn’t do a ton as a pass rusher. Does the UDFA add get tossed into the mix?
4) Vikings Linked to “Luxury Addition” in Free Agency: The Flores connection makes the idea more plausible, doesn’t it? And even though there’s a clear cut top trio — Greenard, Van Ginkel, & Turner — tossing a fourth into the mix wouldn’t be a bad thing. QBs will have a tough time if they’re constantly getting suplexed.
5) Former Vikings Executive Delivers Bold Season Prediction: Most onlookers think that a modest season is afoot for the Vikings. After all, the NFC North has gotten better in a hurry and Minnesota’s long-time QB1 is now calling Georgia home. There are some, though, who have hope, including the former Vikings executive.
Enjoy the extra reading, Vikings fans.
K. Joudry is the Senior Editor for Vikings Territory and PurplePTSD. He has been covering the Vikings full time since the summer of 2021. He can be found on Twitter and as a co-host for Notes from the North, a humble Vikings podcast.