Vikings vs. Saints Preview
The Minnesota Vikings came away with a huge victory over the Dallas Cowboys, 34-3.
Even though, the Cowboys started out with two solid series. The team ended up playing sloppy and making mistakes. After the loss of Dallas OT, Flozell Adams, it was all downhill from there.
Keith Brookings was out of line at the end of the game. Instead of thinking of the Vikings running up the score, he should have been embarrassed that his team mailed it in. The Vikings must have wanted some momentum to go into New Orleans because they took unnecessary risks at all the starting positions.
Keys for a Viking victory in New Orleans:
The Vikings will have to deal with the disadvantage of dome noise. Yes, the Vikings have enjoyed dome noise in the team’s favor. Now, they will have to deal with it against them.
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Brett Favre has obviously helped the team this far. Favre is familiar with the Louisiana area and won his only super bowl in the Superdome. Favre is the key, and he must match his recent performance against the Cowboys.
The Minnesota Viking defense has to overachieve against an aerial attack like no other.
Adrian Peterson and the Viking Offensive line must find the early season magic and run on the Saints defense. This will result in longer drives.
By: Marty Beil
ProFootball-fans.com Minnesota Vikings Correspondent