Another Monday- More Quarterbacking

Finally, the Vikings have lost. Not a surprise, actually, when they are playing a truly top-shelf team like the Pirates Steelers (oops). But what is surprising is that their Starting QB had impressive numbers: 34/51, 334 YDS, 1 INT. But nary a TD for the first time this season. Plus a fumble, three sacks, and two defensive TDs by the Steelers in the last 7 minutes- and you have a loss. Even the Starting QB couldn't salvage this one. Is this a sign of things to come for the Vikings? I think so, but never count out the Starting QB.

Final score:
Vikings 17
Steelers 27

Meanwhile in Cleveland the Packers were having a scrimmage playing in preparation for next week's home game against the Vikings. The Packers' Starting QB had another top quality start: 15/20, 246 YDS, 3 TD. What is better to note is that he wasn't sacked at all. Nada. That's after a league-leading 25 times sacked so far this season. (Note that the Vikings' Starting QB isn't all that far behind with 18 sacks.) For today Rodgers was better, the offensive line was better. But, yeah, they were playing the Browns.

Final score:
Packers 31
Browns 3

So through Week 7, overall the race between the Starting QBs is a virtual tie. Rodgers is 3rd top QB overall; the Vikings' Starting QB is 6th. The Packers seem to be slowly working their way together. The Vikings are showing their quality. But next week is the Big One. The two teams most likely to be tied for 1st in the division. If GB wins. We shall see.

Footnote: For the first time in NFL history there are three undefeated teams after week 7- New Orleans, Indianapolis, and Denver.