We've sure had some big wins against Seattle in the last few years, and this weekend's victory certainly qualifies in that group. Ronnie Rodgers and Greg Jennings led a much-improved offensive effort and the defense served up a hefty helping of Knuckle Soup. Gotta say it: That long touch-down pass to Jennings was one of the finest throws I have ever seen. It cured my head-ache today. Seriously.The Vikings got another baloney win from a baloney pass interference call for the second-straight week, but the Bears lost in bizarre fashion and we find ourselves back in first-place in the NFC North. Huzzah!
I liked the energy out there, Sunday. That's not something you can really measure, but I was certainly sensing some extra pep. Did you feel it? Maybe what I was sensing was the 'Charlie Frye effect' but it sure feels good to get that win. Relieved, that's what I'm feeling tonight, dear readers. It's just no fun losing. I was yelling at the TV during the first half when it was still close, and doing the Charleston in the second half once we built a nice lead. Now that's energy, folks.
With the offense back on track and gobblin' up the time of possession, our injured defense was able to put up a pretty good game. Even without Al Harris and Cullen Jenkins, they played real nice. Again, Charlie Frye probably helped quite a bit, but that's not really important. Every week is tough. Tramon Williams continues to play really well, and he and Woodsen both got interceptions. I think Woodsen has probably been a team MVP candidate for the first part of the season. More on that in my early-season score-card (scheduled for publication later this week). Nick Collins looks like he's taken his game to a whole new level this season. He might be one of the best free safeties in the league right now. Really. And you just can't say enough about Mr. High-Energy, Aaron Kampman. Man Oh Man, that guy is just relentless. Zooey!
Did you folks see those defenders and their hand-shake celebration? That was pretty neat. Classy move. Business as usual, right? I hope they keep that up all season. The Gentlemen Defenders!
Alright folks, time for a nap. Let's keep this energy going against the Colts and get us a well-deserved week of rest! Until then.
Handshakes
