Vikings

The Vikings took a running back known for catching the ball out of the backfield as their first pick yesterday. No one will know if he was the best available back with those skills until he actually plays, BUT I like the philosophy that goes with that pick. The Vikes now have three good, interchangeable backs who can catch the ball AND run if called upon. Relying on ONE good back who was known primarily for running has put the Vikings in the hole for 10 years now. It's time to think differently.

Their next pick? An offensive lineman. Their third pick? A defensive lineman to add depth. All the choices were good AND in the right order. They even picked up another offensive lineman with their 5th pick.

They got some good picks yesterday. I'm more excited about the coming season than I was last year.

Go Vikes!