Labors? Hercules? What I did there Irv Smith Minnesota Vikings Jerseys , did you see it?" />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesHorizontal - WhiteDaily Norsemana Minnesota Vikings communityLog In or Sign UpLog InSign UpFanpostsFanshotsSectionsLibraryVikingsOddsShopAboutMastheadCommunity GuidelinesStubHubMoreAll 322 blogs on Horizontal - WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Vikings 2018 SeasonVikings 2019 OffseasonU.S. Bank StadiumMinnesota Vikings PodcastsFiled under:a has put in some serious labor since his injuryNew,79commentsLabors? Hercules? What I did there, did you see it?CDTShareTweetShareShareHercules Mata’afa has put in some serious labor since his injuryJames Snook-USA TODAY SportsA few days ago, we made mention of the fact that Hercules Mata’afa was, apparently, seeing some time at defensive tackle during the early portions of OTAs for the Minnesota Vikings. I had some concerns with that, most of which centered around Mata’afa’s lack of size, as the team website still has him listed as being just over 250 pounds.Yeah. . .apparently that’s not a concern anymore.In an interview with Paul Allen on KFAN Minnesota Vikings Jerseys 2019 , Vikings’ head coach Mike Zimmer informed everyone that Mata’afa is now tipping the scales at 275 pounds. In addition, not only has he been working at defensive tackle, but he has been “the surprise of camp” to this point in the offseason program.The comparison to Geno Atkins is pretty awesome, too.Since tearing his ACL just under a year ago, Mata’afa has apparently been putting in some serious work. While the skepticism about his ability to regularly contribute as a defensive tackle may have been justified prior to these revelations, I think we can safely shelve those concerns.Between his bulking up and being able to be developed by the outstanding Andre Patterson, there’s even more reason to be excited about what Hercules Mata’afa can do for this Minnesota defense. He could be the next in a long line of players that were drafted in the lower rounds or that were undrafted entirely to make big contributions to the defensive side of the ball for the purple. It’s Super Bowl week!"WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Vikings 2018 SeasonVikings 2019 OffseasonU.S. Bank StadiumMinnesota Vikings PodcastsOpen ThreadsMinnesota Vikings News and Links: January 28, 2019New Irv Smith Jersey Cheap ,580commentsIt’s Super Bowl week!CSTShareTweetShareShareMinnesota Vikings News and Links: January 28, 2019Kirby Lee-USA TODAY SportsHappy Monday, everyone!I hope everyone’s weekend went well. It was the first non-NFL weekend we’ve had for a long time. We’d better get used to it, Sunday is the last one for.........infinity. It will seem like it, anyway. I dislike the off-seasons after an underwhelming season. No one is as excited, and the mood among many fans is somber or fatalist, neither of which I can relate to very well. I think the team has most of the pieces in place, with the coaching staff on the offensive side being the only real question mark for me. I hope Stefanski & Co. can get the offense rolling Irv Smith Jersey Womens , but we won’t know until we know. The O line is obviously a question mark as well, but I’m of the opinion that their weaknesses were greatly enhanced by the coaching and the scheme/approach. I do expect Rick & the gang to address O line personnel pretty heavily via the draft and other options during the off-season as well.Around the DN since our last open thread:Todd Downing, who was the Vikings’ TE coach last year, made a lateral move to take the same position with Tennessee.It’s decision time for the Vikings regarding Anthony Barr and Sheldon Richardson. Whaddya think they should do?The NFC lost their third straight Pro-Bowl, in a game that got a little......odd, and rainy. We also learned that Thielen probably won’t be coming after Kirk Cousins’ job.Vikings news from other sources and news from around the rest of the NFL:From Vikings.com, Adam Thielen impressed at the Pro Bowl Skills Showdown. From ESPN, Anthony Barr expressed desire to return to Minnesota Irv Smith white jersey , but said that he’ll let free agency ‘dictate itself’. ESPN has the score and highlights from yesterday’s Pro Bowl, if you’re interested, which you probably aren’t.We come to today’s media selection:Adrian Peterson was a tremendous running back, and his effort in the 2012 season was nearly superhuman. Let’s relive that performance. Enjoy!Again, we all know the rules, but in case someone is new:No discussion of politics or religionNo feeding of the trollsThis isn’t a male version of The View, so leave the gender hatred at the doorKeep the bad language to a minimum (using the spoiler tags, if you must)Speaking of which Irv Smith Minnesota Vikings Jerseys , if discussing a newer show or movie, please use spoiler tagsNo pictures that could get someone fired or in serious trouble with their employerIf you can’t disagree in a civil manner, feel free to go awayWhile navigating the open thread, just assume it’s sarcasmWith that, the beer light is on and the bar is open. Belly up and tie one on. Don’t forget to tip your waitress, and try the tiger meat.