The Vikings want to make a big splash.

Other than over-spend for Visanthe Shiancoe, the Vikings didn't do much of anything in free agency last year. This year, things will be different.

Zygi Wilf’s plane left for Northern California yesterday, where Chicago Bears wide receiver Bernard Berrian is waiting for a flight to Minnesota and hopefully a very large, long-term contract. Cincinnati defensive end Justin Smith has also agreed to visit this weekend along with his Bengals teammate safety Madieu Williams.

Fullback Tony Richardson isn't going to be back with the team, so Eagles fullback and former Gopher running back Thomas Tapeh will be in town sometime this weekend too.

The Vikings need to upgrade a lot of spots, with WR, DE, and S the most urgent of all. But, the quarterback spot is in trouble and they need some help. So far, the names being thrown around are not going to make anyone optimistic. They’ve talked to Houston about Sage Rosenfels -- the Texans would get a 3rd round pick for him, which makes no sense. And Buffalo wants to move J.P. Losman -- the Vikings apparently like him and would also consider sending a mid-round pick to the Bills for him.

There will be lots happening over the next few days. Hopefully Berrian and Smith end up signing with the team soon. As far as the QB spot goes...maybe the Vikings can still figure out a deal for Don McNabb.

I know, I know -- it isn't going to happen. But we can hope!