Vikings fans trudged through a snow storm to get to the Metrodome, and they were ornery and ready to give Ponder all the grief they could. They booed him in pregame introductions, then Peterson touched the ball on five of six plays in the opening drive. He also ripped off a 16yard run and finished it with a 1yard TD..Just think how a Jets loss in Detroit would have shaken up the balance of power. The NFL boasts of parity. They got it.

I agree wholeheartedly that NFL players are grossly overpaid however, their occupation does not directly impact the livelihood of millions who must get to and from work enabling them to support their families and pay rent or a mortgage. There is a huge difference in what each contributes to society. One provides necessary transportation for the benefit of many and the other is merely one form of expensive entertainment for pure enjoyment and distraction.You can wear wings. There are so many beautiful costumes that include wings, yet there are