Favre And The Vikings To This Point
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The first half of Brett Favre’s unfathomable season in Minnesota has been an unquestionable success.
Before the most important part begins, Favre and the Vikings can enjoy a welcome intermission. The later-than-usual break in the schedule comes at an ideal time, providing this veteran team the annual chance to recuperate as close to the stretch run as possible. “Hopefully everybody will come back full and ready to go,” defensive end Ray Edwards said.
This is the latest bye Minnesota has had in 10 years. Sometimes a week off can squelch momentum, but the opportunity to return from the rest period refreshed mentally and physically is probably more critical for a 7-1 team.
“Fresh bodies. Fresh minds. Fresh brains, as you go forward,” coach Brad Childress said.
Plus, after the intensity of Sunday’s 38-26 victory over the Packers in Favre’s emotional return to Green Bay, a few days away from football seems appropriate.