Minnesota Vikings QBs Christian Ponder, Joe Webb and Rhett Bomar broke camp a few weeks ago. They spent a decent amount of time rehearsing the new playbook and bonding. Bonding together and with a few of their receivers. A fine time was had by all.
Ponder finally found his way back to Minnesota. He probably hoped to be back much sooner following the draft. The unfortunate lockout kept him away. Kept him from the coaches. Kept him from the facilities. Kept him form all of his teammates. Upon his return, he passed by Winter Park many times while looking for a house. His new home. He found time to work out with Chad Greenway, Steve Hutchinson, Heath Farwell and John Sullivan. Ponder will be ready to go when the Vikings doors open soon.
Joe Webb has spent his time since the QB camp in a little more surprising manner. Instead of heading straight home to Alabama, he decided to pay a visit to Brett Favre. Webb sought the advice of the old man on matters of the quarterback profession. Few QBs have led an offense as well as Favre. At times, few have played the position better. Webb could greatly benefit from Favre. I still see Ponder as the starter as soon as this year. Webb should still play a huge role. Greater than the typical backup QB. His unique athletic skills demand a presence on the field. As an option QB. As a receiver. As a kick returner. He can make plays.
Despite all of two NFL starts between the three, I really like the Vikings QBs. That inexperience and Webb's versatility might call for a veteran presence, yet I hesitate. Not many veterans want to come to a team to be a backup, especially to a rookie. Mark Brunell did an excellent job in that role with the Jets and Mark Sanchez a couple of years ago. He was an extra coach and a mentor. Maybe, Brunell is available.
The question that needs asking, post Camp-Ponder is "Where's Rhett Bomar?
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