Minnesota Vikings—Indiannapolis Colts: Advantage Sage Rosenfels

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Published: August 15, 2009

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... Vikings had a showdown with the AFC powerhouse Colts on Friday in their first preseason game of the year.

Sage began the game on a 72-yard drive that ended in Chester Taylor's 5-yard gallop for a touchdown. Sage went 5-for-5 for 42 yards and even added a 5-yard run into it.

Sage would only play the two opening series for the Vikings, both of which ended in points. Rosenfels ended the night 10-for-13 for 91 yards, having completed 76.9 percent of his passes, and not giving up one pick.

Tarvaris Jackson, however, only completed 7 of his 15 passes for a mere 39-yards and despite three rushing attempts, finished with no yardage.

Although neither were sacked, it should be pointed out that neither player got significant time in. This game will only prove to be one small piece of the overall competition.

Jared Allen, Fred Evans, and Ray Edwards also opened their first defensive series on Peyton Manning with three sacks.

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