Report: Vikings hope to start QB Josh Freeman vs. Giants

[Note by Ed Valentine, 10/16/13 3:04 PM EDT: Freeman has now reportedly been named Monday's starter.]

The Minnesota Vikings, desperately seeking some quality quarterback play, reportedly hope to turnover the reigns to recently-signed Josh Freeman Monday night vs. the New York Giants.

Source: If the #Vikings can get Josh Freeman ready to go this week, prepared with their plays to their satisfaction, he'll be the starter.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 16, 2013

Vikings don't want to put Josh Freeman out there when he's not ready, however. If they can't get him prepared, Christian Ponder will start

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 16, 2013

The 1-4 Vikings have tried both Christian Ponder and Matt Cassel. Now they hope to turn to the 25-year-old Freeman, released by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers earlier this season due to both poor play and differences with Bucs coach Greg Schiano. Freeman was a first-round pick by the Bucs in 2009 (17th overall). After a promising 2010 season, his play deteriorated.

Here is a look at the 2013 stats for all three Minnesota quarterbacks.

Thoughts, Giants' fans? Does the possibility of Freeman playing concern you?

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