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Drop by for some fan wisdom, snark and have another cup of coffee.Around the DN since our last open thread:How Alexander Mattison, Austin Cutting, And Game Of Thrones ruined fun by Eric.Per Chris, the Vikings are projected to have three 2020 Compensatory draft picks.Daily Norseman FanPulse: Confidence is slowly rising, (we all know how this ends though)Also from Chris http://www.thevikingslockerroom.com/authentic-mike-hughes-jersey , the Vikings make Stacy Keely signing official, waive Adam Bisnowaty.Vikings news from other sources:From Vikings.com How can the additions of Garrett Bradbury and Irv Smith Jr. transform the Vikings offense? ESPN’s Courtney Cronin weighs in here.From their lunch break series: Bradbury included in Mel Kiper’s ‘Instant Impact Rookies’NFL Network’s Shaun O’Hara explores whether the Minnesota Vikings did enough this offseason to overtake the Chicago Bears atop the NFC North in 2019.League news: Pass rusher Ziggy Ansah signing with Seahawks.Cowboys in negotiations with Dak Prescott, Amari Cooper.Former Packers GM Ted Thompson diagnosed with autonomic disorder.Sean McVay says he over-prepared for Super Bowl.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, 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 Womens Tom Compton Jersey , the beer light is on and the bar is open. Belly up & tie one on. Don’t annoy your waiter, try the guacamole and as always, Welcome Aboard! MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have kept the heart of their defense intact with a hefty commitment to linebacker Anthony Barr.For the four-time Pro Bowl pick, a late offer to stay with the only NFL team he’s played for proved too valuable to pass up.According to a person with direct knowledge of the deal, Barr agreed Tuesday to re-sign with the Vikings on a five-year, $67.5 million contract with $33 million guaranteed and more money available through escalators. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal had not yet been announced by the Vikings, who had until the beginning of the new league year Wednesday to clear the necessary space for Barr’s contract to fit under the salary cap.Barr first made a verbal agreement to join the New York Jets, according to reports by ESPN and the NFL Network, but he ultimately changed his mind to remain with the team that drafted him ninth overall in 2014.In an Instagram post Tuesday night, Barr confirmed his decision and thanked the Vikings ownership, executives and coaches for the opportunity to return .“It’s been a crazy couple days Kyle Rudolph Jersey , but I’m where I want to be,” Barr said. “I believe in our locker room. I love my guys! Back to work!”The Vikings landed quarterback Kirk Cousins last season, despite a larger offer from the Jets. Fifteen years ago, at the persistence of then-coach Mike Tice and his friend’s private plane, the Vikings persuaded cornerback Antoine Winfield to abandon his visit to the Jets and sign with Minnesota instead.Barr was the first draft pick by the Vikings under coach Mike Zimmer, whose 4-3 base defense has been a natural fit for the sleek, 6-foot-5, 255-pound Barr . The variety of assignments the scheme has put him in at the strong side spot have minimized pass-rushing opportunities, though, and limited his career total to 13½ sacks.He took some turns at defensive end last season and spoke often of a preference to run forward, not backward in coverage http://www.thevikingslockerroom.com/authentic-nick-easton-jersey , raising the possibility he’d seek a new team with a 3-4 system. Though Zimmer has repeatedly praised Barr over the last five years, the coach bluntly stated in 2016 that Barr “has a tendency to coast a little bit.” Whether the reason was effort or scheme, the Vikings have had their share of games when Barr’s presence went largely unnoticed. When the Vikings gave new deals last summer to wide receiver Stefon Diggs and defensive end Danielle Hunter but didn’t reach an extension with Barr, the likelihood he would leave only increased.But Barr’s primary agent, Brian Murphy of the Southern California-based Athletes First firm, has built a strong relationship over recent years with Vikings general manager Rick Spielman and executive vice president for football operations Rob Brzezinski through negotiations on previous megadeals for defensive end Everson Griffen, tight end Kyle Rudolph and safety Harrison Smith. Murphy also represents cornerback Trae Waynes, who has entered the final year of his rookie contract.The Vikings entered the offseason with little cap space, after spending big on Cousins, Diggs and Hunter in 2018. They jettisoned two players, guard Mike Remmers and safety Andrew Sendejo Laquon Treadwell Jersey , for more room. Another starter, defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson, reached an agreement with the Cleveland Browns. He’ll likely be replaced by Shamar Stephen, who according to multiple reports has agreed to return to the Vikings, who drafted him in the seventh round in 2014.