Sage solution to quarterback problem?
The Vikings have noticed how uninspiring the current free agent class of quarterbacks is. That's why they are reportedly close to completing a deal for Sage Rosenfels of the Texans, possibly for a fourth-round pick. Rosenfels is well known for his meltdown against the Colts last year, but he's a big upgrade over Tarvaris Jackson, Gus Frerotte, and free agent possibility Jeff Garcia.
Rosenfels is a rich man's Frerotte. He can make the bone-headed mistake, but he moves an offense. Over the last two years, he's thrown 414 passes, close to a full season. He's thrown for 3,115 yards, with 21 touchdowns and 22 picks over that span. That comes out to a 7.5 yards-per-attempt average, which is excellent.
With an awesome offensive line and running game, Rosenfels could put up decent numbers right away with the Vikings. The transition from Houston should be easy because the Texans ran a similar West Coast offense. The receivers, though, are far worse and the Vikings are a run-first offense. Rosenfels be a mediocre middle of the pack QB2 fantasy option.
Minnesota almost traded for Rosenfels last off-season, but the Texans wanted a second-round pick. Now they seem more willing to deal him because they are confident in Matt Schaub. One year later, the Vikings are more desperate than ever to upgrade their quarterback position. I know Vikings fans may not be thrilled, but Rosenfels would be a big upgrade.
Comments
Rosey will get a contract extension as he is in the last year, how much will he get?
Also, does a first season of 3,100 yards 20 tds and 14 int's seem about right??
Posted by: TC | February 23, 2009 03:22 PM
I am pretty thrilled. Sage is way more desirable than Garcia and Cassell and Anderson would cost way too much to trade for and have their own concerns (accuracy for Anderson and system for Cassell to name two right off the top of my head).
Posted by: Jesse | February 23, 2009 03:44 PM
this trade is one year too late. the vikings should have just ponied up a 2nd rounder or similar compensation last year and gotten sage with better prospects this year. they completely blew it last year with chosing to go with tavaris and gus. but at least they recognized that they're not too far away from serious contention and are agressively trying to upgrade.. and agreeing with gregg, yes, sage is an upgrade, one of the better ones out there.
Posted by: scott c | February 23, 2009 04:09 PM
I'm interested to see whether Tavaris is kept around for a few years to see if he can develop into anything worth using/trading.
Posted by: Jesse | February 23, 2009 05:19 PM
Surprising to see the trade considering Schuab is fragile like a china doll. Who will step up when Schuab goes down?
Posted by: abruzzi | February 24, 2009 12:31 PM
im still skeptical on sage's ceiling. he was shaky last year, and that offense wasnt the same during his time on the field.
Posted by: scott c | February 25, 2009 12:45 PM
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