Sage Rosenfels

By Dalton Del Don

One offseason after nearly completing the same trade, it appears the Vikings will acquire Sage Rosenfels. The price should be cheaper, reportedly a fourth round pick. Minnesota appears to be one quarterback shy of making a deep playoff run, especially playing in a mediocre division and after Tarvaris Jackson once and for all proved he’s not the answer during the playoffs last year despite a late season span that was highly impressive.

Still, it’s doubtful Rosenfels is the answer. He got an impressive 8.2 YPA in 2008, but that was accompanied by 12 turnovers to just six touchdowns. The year before, he had a 16:15 TD:turnover ratio. Rosenfels has skills, but it’s worth noting his recent high completion percentage and strong YPA were likely a cause of playing for the Texans’ underrated offensive system, and during 12 career starts, he’s committed 24 turnovers with a 72.2 QB rating. There’s little doubt he’s worth a fourth round pick since Minnesota is so desperate for an upgrade at quarterback, something he’s clearly capable of being, but this is hardly the acquisition that will push the Vikings over the top. The team needs to aim higher.

Incidentally, Houston has obviously come to its senses and realizes Matt Schaub is by far the superior QB and the team’s future. Only health can prevent him from becoming a top-5 fantasy QB in 2009.