Favre's future tied to his ankle.

Jim Rueda reporting on the Wednesday afternoon practice from Vikings training camp.

Most of the Brett Favre talk had quieted down by practice time and there was not much discussion on that front. As it stands know, it appears Favre is willing to play for the Vikings this year only if the ankle he had surgery on during the offseason allows him to.

Exactly how close the ankle is to being game-ready is unknown. Favre is expected to meet with a medical specialist on Thursday or Friday.

Here's some non-Brett Favre news for you:

With Adrian Peterson sidelined due to tightness in his legs, veteran Albert Young and rookie Toby Gerhart each saw extensive action in the backfield Wednesday. Offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell said the coaching staff is still identifying the strengths and weakness of each of the backs and trying to figure out best how to use them.

 Although the temperatures and humidity were not quite as high Wednesday, it was still plenty warm on the practice fields. Defensive end Jared Allen took time after practice to give his take on the conditions.

"It sucks," he said. "Training camp sucks, but it's supposed to suck. The heat just makes it suck more."

Thanks for setting the record straight Mr. Allen.

The Vikings return to the practice field from 9-11:10 a.m. today.