Vikings rumor, any truth to it?

[Ely Lake Expert]

Someone was telling me that Twolves owner Glen Taylor has interest in buying the vikes sometime in the future. Has anyone else heard this or was someone telling me a bunch of talk.

[buzzsaw]

Yes, but to be honest that is kind of old news. It may or may not happen.

It would be nice if it did happen!!

[northman]

There have been several articles in both twin cities papers about that. I personally would like to see it. I don't know about you, but I don't think too much about The Red Texan.

- northman

PS: He is suposed to be the leading candidate to buy the vike's.

[Piker]

This has been around for a few years. Both sides are interested in selling to each other they just have a difference in price. I believe Red wants $600 million and Taylor wants to pay closer to $450 million. I'm not exactly sure about the numbers, but it sounds like that's the sticking point. I predict they'll compromise this off-season and get it done.

I think things will be much better for the purple once they're sold to a Minnesotan.

There's also been talk about Denny Hecker and a guy named Reggie Fowler from AZ. Apparently they don't have the investors to come up with the funds. I'd rather he didn't sell to someone out of state.

[buzzsaw]

The latest and greatest is that it will be announced after the Super Bowl or playoffs! Who knows if this "RUMOR" is true or not??? I certainly hope it is!

[Down to Earth]

Vikings: McCombs disputes sale rumors

THE NEWS

Vikings' owner Red McCombs issued a press release Wednesday to dispute reports that he is on the verge of selling the team. "None of the media reports concerning the potential sale of the Vikings are correct," McCombs said in a statement. "I am continuing to work with our staff on preparing the Vikings for the 2005 season." McCombs purchsed the team for $246 million in 1998.

OUR VIEW

McCombs was very vague when it came to which reports he disputes. After all, there is the report that he has entered into an exclusive negotiating period with Arizona businessman Reggie Fowler. There is also a report that he has upped the sale price from $600 million to $650 million. One way or another, keeper league owners who intend to retain Vikings players should be pulling for a sale. Not only could this situation be a distraction for players throughout the season, but it will be difficult for the Vikings to attract free agent players and top assistant coaches given the uncertainty that exists regarding ownership.

Not good news for Viking fans. The better Red sells this team the better off you will be.

[kato811]

rd macombs will be deneying hes dealing with any one right up until he says hes sold the vikings hes a used car dealer for christ sake:)

[buzzsaw]

Right on Kato! The guys a car salesman for crying out loud, why would anybody expect him to be forthright and tell us whats going on. I still expect the local group headed up by Glen Taylor to pony up the neccesary funds, or atleast thats what I hope for.

[Down to Earth]

More Viking Sale Rumor Info

THE NEWS

Cardinals' running back Emmitt Smith will retire during the offseason, according to ESPN reporters John Clayton and Chris Mortensen. A league source told Mortensen that Smith might make the announcement as soon as Thursday while in Jacksonville for the Super Bowl. Smith finished the 2004 season with 937 rushing yards and nine touchdowns.

OUR VIEW

It might turn out that an earlier report which indicated that Smith was going to announce his retirement on Tuesday was just a couple days off. That same report also stated that the league's all-time rushing leader intends to join the investment group fronted by Arizona businessman Reggie Fowler, who is attempting to purchase the Vikings. Whether Smith is involved with Fowler's group remains to be seen.

[Eric Wettschreck]

That would be kind of cool. I never like the Cowboys, but ya gotta admire Emmit.

[otto_man]

just read that brett favre might retire and become an investor! that will get the viking fans juices flowing!!

[muskybuck]

Whats that, Brett Favre might buy the Vikings???

[otto_man]

that's what i read!! wouldn't that be something! hahahahaha

[buzzsaw]

He couldn't afford them, he spends too much on pills, billboards and on checks sent to John Maddens residence.

[muskybuck]

Buzzsaw, I gotta admit, you had me laughing out loud with that one.

[fishyguy]

I've always said my only issue with Farve is that he wears the wrong color jersey but I am pretty sure I read that only Emmitt was involved in the purchase possibility.

[buzzsaw]

Thanks Muskybuck! Say I want your name "Muskybuck" those are my two favorite things to fish and hunt for! Instead I settled on buzzsaw 'cuz it sounds like some new Musky lure I need to invent!

Otto, your a funny cat, always throwing a little gas on the fire (so to speak) but I can appreciate your desire to get the banter going back and forth.

[Guest]

Otto,

You have to realaize ANYONE would be better than McCombs. I bet a few would even take Chumura over him...well, maybe not, but we would welcome Brett with open arms!!