2010 NFL Fantasy Preview: Minnesota Vikings

I’m working under the assumption that Brett Favre will return to the Vikings. If he doesn’t things will change for the Purple, but the likelihood is extremely high that #4 will be back.

 

 

Fantasy Playoffs Schedule :  Difficult

 

The Vikings start things off with the Giants at home in Week 14. Next they take on the Bears at home. Finally, they play in Philly for the fantasy championship. Favre could be under heavy fire for this stretch.

 

 

 

Five Star Fantasy Options

 

Adrian Peterson : I don’t understand why he missed practice for Adrian Peterson Day. Couldn’t they try to adhere to his schedule? Aside from that lack of judgement, Peterson’s only other concern is putting the ball on the turf. I trust that he’ll improve that aspect of his game. I have him as my #1 fantasy RB.

 

 

 

Four Star Fantasy Options

Brett Favre : At some point his game will decline, but after witnessing last year’s explosiveness, I’m not banking on this being the year. He has so many weapons, and he just has fun with this group.

Sidney Rice :  I’m a little worried that he’ll see a major regression in 2010 simply because there are so many other options for Favre. He has such good length, leaping ability, and body control that I don’t see him slipping too far.

Vikings Defense/Special Teams : As long as Jared Allen is roaming the field, the Vikings are a good bet for sacks. Throw in Ray Edwards and the Williams Wall, and you got yourself a tough defense. If E.J. Henderson can stay healthy, the LBs will be rock solid as well. Unfortunately their second game against Detroit comes in Week 17, but they should still be an elite fantasy defense in 2010.

 

 

 

Three Star Fantasy Options

 

Percy Harvin : Harvin was an explosive player last year for the Vikes. It seemed like only his migraines would slow him down. I actually think they’ll be more creative with Harvin this year, making him even more of a headache to cover.

Visanthe Shiancoe : He racked up 11 TDs last year and seven the year before, so clearly he’s a great target in the red zone. He just isn’t going to give you big yardage because of the other options.

 

 

 

Two Star Fantasy Options

Bernard Berrian : Berrian was somewhat overlooked last year, in part because he struggled through injury. He’ll have his moments, but consistency will be an issue.

 

 

 

One Star Fantasy Options

 

Ryan Moats, Albert Young, Toby Gerhart : The Vikings had a key loss on offense when Chester Taylor went to Chicago. They have other options, but they likely won’t be as good. Taylor was a decent flex option, whereas this trio will only be viable if Peterson gets hurt.

 

 

 

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