TIPSHEET
Compiled by Ken Chia
KNOW THIS
Shaun Hill completed his first passes with the Vikings on Sunday, to Adrian Peterson and Rhett Ellison, who were 17 and 13 years old, respectively, when Hill first joined the Vikings in 2002.
WATCH THIS
The Timberwolves are 3-0 on the road, but for that to continue they're going to have to beat a Hawks team that went 35-6 in Atlanta last year (6 p.m., FSN).
RANDOM FANDOM
"Hill is a backup for a reason but in his defense, keep in mind that he was thrown into the game cold and no time to take reps with first team offense during the week. If TB is out next week, you can bet that Hill will be much better prepared."
— kenw1952w on the Vikings' victory Sunday at starÂtribune.com.
Weigh in on what you're thinking about to mrand@startribune.com
TWEETED
"Love the fight of our team! #SkolVikes #Firstplace"
— Vikings linebacker Brandon Watts following Sunday's victory.
@1on1wattsÂisland
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