The Vikings/Packers rivalry is a blast, but it can bring out the worst in us. In this bizarre story, an innocent animal paid the price.

The Timberwolves tip off their 21st season tomorrow night. Have you noticed the buzz on the street? Neither have I.

Vikings WR Sidney Rice has caught 16 balls for 312 yards the past two games. He tallied 16 receptions for 141 yards receiving in all of 2008 (13 games).

The Wild are so bad this season, I can actually justify not paying any attention to them.

Looking at the star-studded rosters of the Yankees and Phillies is a chilling reminder of how far away the Twins are from winning a World Series and how badly baseball needs a salary cap.

The Vikings loss at Pittsburgh on Sunday actually boosted my confidence in this team. You just know if the two teams meet again, the Vikings are going to win…that being said, the work week is always a little bit longer after a Vikings loss.

Gophers WR Eric Decker’s season has been cut short for the second straight year. This should be the final nail in a disappointing season for the squad.

Word is Vikings coach Brad Childress is close to receiving a contract extension. I say let’s wait and see how this season plays out before committing millions to a coach who is under contract next year and needed this season’s hot start to get his record over .500.