The Jets are riding a two game win streak Alan Page Jersey Black Friday , as well. New York blew out the Denver Broncos 34-16, and beat the Indianapolis Colts in a 42-34 shootout. The Vikings are only three point favorites. Some people take that as a slap in the face, but what the hay, who cares. Here’s this week’s three things to watch:The Vikings passing gameThe Jets have a couple defensive backs ruled out for Sunday, along with one who is considered doubtful. Safety Marcus Maye (thumb) and cornerback Buster Skrine (concussion) will not be playing against the Vikings. Cornerback Trumaine Johnson is considered doubtful with quadricep issues. This is will be beneficial for Kirk Cousins and his offense. Skrine is typically New York’s slot corner. Adam Thielen should have some fun, considering 68 percent of his targets this season have come from the slot. Thielen will be going for his seventh consecutive 100-receiving yard game (apparently that’s not a big deal to some people). Currently, the Jets’ pass rush is 19th in the league, and 22nd for pass defense. Hopefully this means that Captain Kirk will get some more time in the pocket to find an open man. Cousins completed 24-of-34 passes, and managed to throw for 240 yards, one touchdown and one interception. It was nice seeing the run game rush for near 200 yards https://www.minnesotavikingsshop.com/Paul-Krause-Jersey , and Cousins still being able to chuck the ball for over 200 yards. With a banged up D, I can see similar success as last week. Will Sam Darnold be the real deal?Jets rookie quarterback Sam Darnold apparently may be the Jets’ savior, or at least giving New York fans hope. But, based off his stats on paper, I don’t really understand all the praise. He’s had three games where he’s completed less than half of his passes. Maybe it’s the future Darnold that fans are excited about. This will be the third rookie quarterback that the Vikings face.However, Darnold is coming off his best performance so far this season. He completed 24-of-30 passes for 280 yards, two touchdowns and one interception. On the season, he has averaged 224 passing yards per game. He’s thrown nine touchdowns and seven interceptions. Darnold will be without one of his top targets in Quincy Enunwa. While Terrelle Pryor is listed as doubtful and Isaiah Crowell is questionable. That would leave Jermaine Kearse and Robby Anderson as the two wideouts to get more looks. Bilal Powell could have an increased workload in the passing game. Sheldon Richardson returns to the Meadowlands According to a Star Tribune article, Richardson claims that he has no qualms with the team that drafted him 13th overall in the 2013 NFL Draft, and the issues that he had in the past were his own fault. When he was traded to Seattle last year John Randle Color Rush Jersey , he was given a new opportunity. Now, he’s embracing every moment of it. Richardson has been a solid presence on the defensive line for Minnesota this season. He has 20 combined tackles on the year, along with one sack. He leads the defense for quarterback hits with 10. This will be the first time he will face his old team. I’ll be curious to see how the crows reacts to him, if at all. With the absence of Everson Griffen, it’s really paying off that we grabbed Richardson in the off-season. Predictions: Sheldon Richardson takes Darnold down once for a sack.The defense holds the Jets’ run game (seventh in the league) to only 65 yards. Latavius Murray rushes for at least 100 yards. George Iloka will record his first interception in a Vikings uniform. Vikings win 27-13.SKOL Good Morning!I hope you’re having a great work week and are looking forward to a weekend full of family, fun, bacon and beer. I was really looking forward to this Sunday’s game with the Saints until I realized I have to work, but that’s what the iPad and Direct TV Sunday Ticket are for, those times when just have to watch a game while tapping into the hospital wifi.While we’re waiting for the next Vikings game to start we’ll continue with our open thread full of beer recommendations, nap strategies Cris Carter Jersey , crock pot and smoker recipes. Have another cup of coffee and drop by for some fan wisdom and snark. With that, let’s do this.Around the DN since our last thread:We get an update from Ted about Dalvin Cook as he could be out until after the bye week.Lucas has your Minnesota Vikings news and notes heading into week 8.Vikings news from other sources:From Revenge of the Birds (the SB Nation Arizona Cardinals site) they peek behind the E$PN paywall about the four letter network’s idea for a trade of Patrick Peterson to the Minnesota Vikings and it is not too bad.From Vikings.com DE Everson Griffen addressed the media about his absence from the team....Welcome Back!Head Coach Mike Zimmer on the plan for Griffen’s return, the red zone offense and dealing with the Saint’s high octane offense.CB Holton Hill on working with Coach Terence Newman to prepare for Brees and his first NFL interception last week.WR Brandon Zylstra on his reaction to his first NFL catch and progress as a player.From 1500espn they ponder that in Minneapolis Miracle game, the Vikings learned no lead is safe against Brees, conversely no lead is safe over the Vikings either amirite?League news: From NFL.com Everson Griffen: Off-field issues “bigger than football.”Raiders HC Jon Gruden: ‘Certainly, I don’t see us trading’ Derek Carr.Cardinals CB Patrick Peterson aims to be with Cardinals ‘for years.’Amari Cooper thrilled to get ‘fresh start’ with Cowboys.NFL announces Week 15, 16 Saturday schedules.We come to today’s media selection: Lynyrd Skynyrd-That SmellAgain, we all know the rules, but in case someone is new:-No discussion of politics or religion-No feeding of the trolls-This isn’t a male version of The View, so leave the gender hatred at the door-Keep the bad language to a minimum (using the spoiler tags Chris Doleman Jersey Black Friday , if you must)-Speaking of which, if discussing a newer show or movie, please use spoiler tags-No pictures that could get someone fired or in serious trouble with their employer-If you can’t disagree in a civil manner, feel free to go away-While navigating the open thread, just assume it’s sarcasm.With that, the beer light is on and the bar is open. Belly up & tie one on. Don’t forget to tip your waitress, try the venison chili and as always, Welcome Aboard and Skol Vikings!