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everyone’s viewing pleasure this afternoon Adam Thielen Jersey , folks, and one of the two games is of particular interest to fans of the Minnesota Vikings and their playoff hopes.Things will start out in Nashville, where the Tennessee Titans (8-6) will play host to the Washington Redskins (7-7). This is the one that Vikings fans will want to pay attention to. As we pointed out in our cheering guide for this week, the Vikings do have a scenario this week that can see them clinch a postseason spot, but it has to start with Washington losing. If the Redskins can go into Tennessee as an 11-point underdog and pull off the upset, there is no scenario under which the Vikings can clinch a playoff spot this week and we’ll have drama all the way into Week 17.This game kicks off at 3:30 PM Central and can be seen on the NFL Network. I’m sure it’s on local channels somewhere if you’re in the Nashville or DC areas.From there, we head out west to what should be a great all-AFC matchup between the Baltimore Ravens (8-6) and the Los Angeles Chargers (11-3). The Chargers, coming off of their thrilling last-second victory over the Kansas City Chiefs last Thursday, are still in a dogfight for the AFC West title, while the Ravens’ potential scenarios range all the way from winning the AFC North (if things break right) to being completely eliminated from the playoff picture (if things break wrong).The second half of the doubleheader kicks off at 7:20 PM Central, and can also be seen on the NFL Network.If you’re going to be watching these games anyway Kirk Cousins Jersey , you could just as well come and hang out with your fellow Vikings fans while you do so. Enjoy the games, ladies and gentlemen, and we’ll have more for you on the clash between the Vikings and the Lions up until kickoff. Good Morning!Hard to believe it’s Thorsday already for most of you, the holiday in the middle of the week is throwing me off even though today is my Tuesday.I don’t know about you but I’m getting ramped up with excitement about the upcoming game vs. the Bears.My reason for optimism is simple, I think the team will finally start putting all the moving parts together for the first time this year.If not, it’s mock draft time with set aside time to complain.While we’re waiting for the next Vikings game to start we’ll continue with our news and links full of beer recommendations, nap strategies, crock pot and smoker recipes. Put those IKEA instructions away, have another cup of Irish coffee and drop by for some fan wisdom, snark and a virtual biscuit. With that, let’s do this Marcus Sherels Jersey , beat the Bears!Around the DN since our last thread:Wludford and Skelly10 have a spot where you can keep up with all the Vikings-Bears news.Chris has the initial injury report for the Vikings with Eric Kendricks, Xavier Rhodes not practicing, their availability for Sunday is uncertain.Which College Players Are Future Vikings - Bowl Week 2 Primer by Marksp18.Since SB Nation doesn’t provide automatic comment counts anymore, we geeks have a fanpost you can comment your total on for the year to see how many comments you’ll have in 2019, plus if you commented your total last year you can figure it out....math is required.Vikings news from other sources:From Vikings.com Head Coach Mike Zimmer addressed the media from the TCO Performance Center on Wednesday, “the playoffs have already started for us.”NOTEBOOK: Vikings defense now well aware of Trubisky’s elusiveness.Playoff scenarios for Week 17.Presser Points: Zimmer expects ‘heightened sense of energy and focus’Matthew Coller at 1500espn ponders will the Vikings’ tough road pay dividends in win-and-in situation?A Season in the Heartland from Sports Illustrated.These are the highs and lows of Minnesota’s journey, with an ending yet to come. League News:From NFL.com the Packers have interviewed Jim Caldwell, Chuck Pagano for HC.NFL head coach candidates: Names to know for this hiring cycle.Tom Brady: ‘I absolutely believe I will’ play in 2019.NFL playoff-clinching scenarios for Week 17 of season.We come to today’s media selection: Iron Maiden - Wasted YearsAgain, 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 Xavier Rhodes Jersey , 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 country ham and as always, Welcome Aboard and Skol Vikings!