New Sheriff in Minnesota...

This past Sunday (October 31), NFL veteran, Brett Favre was seriously injured during a critical game against the New England Patriots.  During the 4th quarter, Patriots defensive tackle, Myron Pryor, laid one out on Brett, leaving him carted off the field and needing eight stitches in his chin.  On top of an already injured ankle, it was only a matter of time before the 41-year-old veteran was put to rest.

So where does this leave the Minnesota Vikings?
Well, after being defeated 28-18 in a close bout against the New England Patriots this Sunday, leaving the Vikings with a 2-5 record, the playoffs seem to be out of sight right now.  But wait, there's a ray of light at the end of the tunnel and his name is Jackson, Tarvaris Jackson.

What about backup quarterback Tarvaris Jackson?
I've mentioned him before here in my blog.  He's remarkable and I think a great replacement for old Brett.  As shown in the last few minutes of the game Sunday, Jackson is ready.  Young Mike Vick, I remember calling him as I watched the game, is more than capable of handling the position of first string quarterback.  Let's just hope that he doesn't get too nervous.  Appearing in his first game of the season, the 27-year-old, Alabama State alumni, accumulated 36 yards, 1 touchdown (to Tahi), and completed a much needed 2-point conversion to Percy Harvin late in the fourth quarter.

With as much practice and time I'm sure Childress is going to devote in developing and preparing Jackson for this week's game against Derek Anderson & the Arizona Cardinals, there's not doubt in my mind that Tarvaris will show up and show out.