Pat Williams, Kevin Williams suspensions blocked by judge St. Paul, MN (Sports Network) - A Minnesota judge has blocked the
suspensions of Vikings defensive linemen Pat Williams and Kevin Williams, whom
the NFL banished for four games apiece Tuesday after violating the league's
anti-doping policy.
A Minnesota judge granted a temporary restraining order for the players to
rejoin the team and said a full hearing could come as soon as Thursday.
Both players' status for Sunday's game against Detroit is currently unknown.
Anchoring the defensive line, Kevin Williams has posted 8 1/2 sacks and 48
tackles, while Pat... More...
In an effort to shore up their defensive tackle position, the Minnesota Vikings have signed Jimmy Kennedy, according to the Minneapolis Star Tribune.
Our View:Kennedy was a bust as the first-round pick of the Rams in 2003, and has subsequently bounced around the league. He was cut by Jacksonville in late November.
Vikings defensive end Jared Allen won the NFC's defensive player of the week award for his play against the Bears on Sunday, according to the Minneapolis Star Tribune.
Our View:Allen tallied eight tackles and three sacks in a dominating performance. He has 11.0 sacks on the season and IDP owners are surely aware of the season he's been having.
Suspended Minnesota Vikings defensive tackles Kevin Williams and Pat Williams will file an injunction in court on Wednesday in hopes of being allowed to play, according to the Minneapolis Star Tribune.
Our View:It is possible that the injunction will be heard and ruled on by the end of the day. If this move falls through, they would each miss the team's next four games.
