He embodies class, character, discipline and is a great family man. Bottom line -- Brad Childress is a winner.

Coach Childress embodies class, character and discipline and is a great family man. He is a winner.

We believed Brad was the elite coaching candidate. He came from a winning program with the Philadelphia Eagles. He's an NFC guy, knows NFC opponents and played an important role in the development of Pro Bowl quarterback Donovan McNabb.

I expressed my anger and I expressed my embarrassment, my embarrassment on behalf of my family and for the people who work hard here.

This is a great opportunity to create a tremendous family venue. I intend to create a Vikings legacy.

The only place I would possibly consider in that context is Sioux Falls. We feel from a regional standpoint, it's really the heart of the Vikings' base, outside of Minnesota.