Twenty Questions For Jared Allen

The Minnesota Vikings have had their share of interesting characters over the years.  Keith Millard, Randy Moss, Joey Browner, and Tommy Kramer immediately come to mind. 

The current squad has its share of unique individuals, but none intrigues me more than Jared Allen. I'd love to have a chat with the cowboy and pick his brain.

1. First things first, I want to know about the hair. The mullet is mocked and ridiculed the world over, but for some reason, you really like to flaunt it. Why do you think that is?

2. The most common response I've heard when players are asked to compare the pro game to the college game is "speed." Do you agree with that? If so, what do you think would be the biggest difference other than speed?

3. A chain is only as strong as it's weakest link. What is your weak link and how do you think you can improve on that?

4. You can play an entire game at a position other than defensive end. Where do you want to play?

5. You've had your share of problems with alcohol. What's been your biggest obstacle in staying clean?

6. Why did you choose to wear No. 69?

7. Do you pattern your game after any other defensive ends?

8. When was the first time you did your "calf-roping" celebration after a sack? 

9. You remind me a little bit of Mark Gasitneau. Did you ever date Brigitte Nielsen?

10. Who's the best offensive tackle you've ever faced?

11. What's the first thing you bought when you signed your first contract?

12. What do you like best about Minnesota?

13. Other than the weather, what don't you care for about Minnesota?

14. Who's the hardest QB to chase down? Which QB is the toughest to bring down once you've caught him?

15. Would you rather run for Congress or run a marathon?

16. You're on death row, what's your last meal?

17. Who's got the nicest car on the Vikings? Who's got the worst one?

18. If you could go back in time and play in one game, which one would it be?

19. What's the one luxury you can't see yourself living without?

20. You just won the Super Bowl, what are you going to do next?