Which Backup Linebacker Will Have The Most Impact

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May 1, 2008 3:39 pm

I'm bored with T-Jack and Booty, and I'm really bored with those boring packer posts, so I'm asking which backup Viking linebacker will have the greatest impact on the Purple this coming season including special teams. I'm going to leave off Vinny Cirutu, and Heath Farwell because I consider them strickly special teams players.

	Derrick Pope
	Rufus Alexander
	Dallas Sartz
	Erin Henderson

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CarpShade Reputation:97 Level:Superstar Since:Mar 6, 2008
	May 1, 2008 3:49 pm Score: 89
	I voted for Derrick Pope mostly because he is a 5 year vet with some starting experience. He will be the main backup to E.J., Greenway, and Lieber. He will be on the team. I'm very excited for Rufus Alexander and to see if he can come back from his injury. I believe he was the Big 12 defensive player of the year 2 years ago. He's healthy he could spell Lieber at points during the season. I have no idea what a Dallas Sartz is. I think its a drink one has while tailgating at Dallas Stars games but I'm not sure. We are all excited about Erin Henderson but I see Henderson as a practice squader this year.
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dribbz Reputation:96 Level:Superstar Since:Sep 25, 2007
	May 1, 2008 4:29 pm Score: 95
	With these UFa the Vikings got, I see it being difficult for Dallas Sartz to make the team. I'm pretty sure Henderson will make it and I wouldn't be surprised if Leman made the team as well. I didn't vote because I think Farwell will be the best back up. If I have to vote for someone my vote is going to Alexander. I see a lot of potential in him.
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nelson1627 Reputation:92 Level:All-Star Since:Mar 12, 2007
	May 1, 2008 11:49 pm Score: 90
	I think J Lehman will be a stud for us in a couple years! This guy is going to be awesome on special teams. I think most Viking fans know who he is because we all watch the Big Ten. But man this guy can sure play!
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CarpShade Reputation:97 Level:Superstar Since:Mar 6, 2008
	May 2, 2008 12:12 am Score: 89
	I forgot about Leman. I bet Sartz is gone although he has pretty good size. Overall I'm really pleased with the Vikings depth at linebacker. It's unfortunate but someone is going to have to be cut. Aah the price of depth.
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vikswinitall Reputation:99 Level:Superstar Since:Apr 19, 2007
	May 2, 2008 2:18 am Score: 97
	rufus is supoosively a beast at special teams, he might not get as much playing time at LB but I'm excited to see what the kid is made of.
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macnate Reputation:76 Level:Pro Since:Apr 3, 2008
	May 2, 2008 10:57 am Score: 53
	Rufus Alexander the kid is nice hard worker plus he was part of the tough nose sooner them look at him playing in special teams early in the year.
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Vike67 Reputation:97 Level:Superstar Since:Nov 13, 2006
	May 2, 2008 9:55 pm Score: 90
	After coming back from IR......Rufus Alexander !!!!! 67
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dribbz Reputation:96 Level:Superstar Since:Sep 25, 2007
	May 3, 2008 1:20 pm Score: 95
	Sartz has already been waived.
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