Oh yeah. Brett Favre. He was ok. He didn't make any spectacular plays. He didn't make any stupid plays (with the ball at least). He forced an uncooperative offense into a successful two-minute drill, which was the most impressive thing. His consistency from play to play is what separates him from the T-Jacks of the world. It takes that kind of steadiness to turn second and twenty to a touchdown.
But the Vikings' success does not depend on quarterback play. AD made that clear on the first play from scrimmage, as he went untouched for a 75-yard score. The defense followed his lead, not allowing a drive past the 50 for the entire first quarter. They would eventually succumb to a very good Texan offense, but they never surrendered the lead.
It's interesting to compare the Vikings' and Packers' preseasons. Both teams are undefeated with a relatively similar point differential. Except the Packers have scored twice as many points. It's a matter of style, and though the Pack's offense is flashy, I prefer the manlier punch in the mouth to the shot of a gun. It's still the preseason unfortunately, which only serves to add to the intense longing we all have for the games to count.
Adrian Peterson and the defense are what will send the Vikings to the playoffs, and Favre doing better than 15-35, INT in the playoffs will hopefully be what takes them out of the first round. Assuming he's healthy. Assuming Peterson is healthy. Screw assumptions though. Minnesota sports dominated Sportscenter tonight, and I couldn't be more proud. And excited.
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