Purple FTW! Podcast

Minnesota Vikings NFL Draft profiles for a few high-profile Cornerbacks. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Kansas State CB Julius Brents
• (5:40) Maryland CB Deonte Banks
• (9:44) Penn State CB Joey Porter Jr
• (15:01) Utah CB Clark Phillips III

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Direct download: FTW_1652.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

Minnesota Vikings NFL Draft profiles for a few high-profile Off-Ball Linebackers. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Arkansas LB Drew Sanders
• (6:15) Clemson LB Trenton Simpson
• (10:35) Iowa LB Jack Campbell
• (16:10) Washington State LB Daiyan Henley

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Direct download: FTW_1651.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

Minnesota Vikings NFL Draft profiles for a few high-profile defensive tackles. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Baylor NT Siaki Ika
• (4:16) Clemson DT Bryan Bresee
• (9:00) Michigan NT Mazi Smith
• (13:00) Wisconsin NT Keanu Benton

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Direct download: FTW_1650.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

Minnesota Vikings NFL Draft profiles for a few high-profile wide receivers. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Boston College WR Zay Flowers
• (5:55) UNC WR Josh Downs
• (11:34) TCU WR Quentin Johnston
• (16:53) USC WR Jordan Addison

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Direct download: FTW_1649.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

Our first First Round 2023 NFL Mock Draft. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) First Round Mock Draft
• (7:09) Kwesi and KOC at NCAA Tournament
• (22:00) Chark to the Panthers
• (25:42) Will Levis Pro Day
• (31:43) News Dump

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Direct download: FTW_1648.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

8 Minnesota Vikings Roster Predictions ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft. What happens with RB Dalvin Cook? Are things made up with Za'Darius Smith? Does Danielle Hunter get extended? 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) 8 Roster Predictions
• (8:30) Shelley Signs with Raiders
• (11:17) Lowball?
• (16:03) Heavier Personnel
• (22:07) 1st Round QB Steam?
• (29:10) Will Levis?
• (35:54) Out on JSN?
• (39:49) Lowry and Davenport Pressers

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Direct download: FTW_1647.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

According to a study by Gambling Dot Com, the Minnesota Vikings apparently have the most NEGATIVE fanbase on social media. We did it!

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Ham Back!
• (4:26) Draft Needs
• (11:50) Signed WR Brandon Powell
• (17:50) Signed LB Troy Reeder
• (24:26) OBJ?
• (29:27) Harrison Contract
• (32:30) Void Years

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Direct download: FTW_1646.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

According to a study by Gambling Dot Com, the Minnesota Vikings apparently have the most NEGATIVE fanbase on social media. We did it!

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Negative Fans?
• (6:03) Coaching Staff
• (9:27) Hendon Hooker?
• (18:18) Quentin Johnston?
• (21:50) Bullard Back
• (24:15) Shelley Posts Us on IG
• (27:50) Power Rankings
• (33:55) No Flores Guys Yet

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Direct download: FTW_1645.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

Minnesota Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has gone full Moneyball this offseason in free agency. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Kwesiball 
• (7:44) Thielen on McAfee
• (12:21) Happy with O-Line?
• (16:46) PFF 3-Round Mock
• (26:37) Davenport Details
• (31:30) CBS Mock
• (40:55) No Flores Guys So Far

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Direct download: FTW_1644.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

Former Minnesota Vikings receiver Adam Thielen has reportedly signed a 3-year deal with the Carolina Panthers, per Pat McAfee.

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Thielen to Panthers
• (5:10) Vikings-Thielen Both Won
• (10:28) Oli Udoh Back
• (15:19) Duke Shelley Vents
• (20:05) 9 Free Agents
• (28:00) Free Agency Grades
• (35:00) Lamar?
• (43:06) Tunsil Gets PAID
• (48:17) Difference Between Harrison and Thielen

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Direct download: FTW_1643.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

The Minnesota Vikings and free agent edge rusher Marcus Davenport have (finally) finalized their 1-year, $13M deal. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Davenport Deal Done
• (4:15) Extend or Trade Danielle
• (8:19) Plan for Za'Darius?
• (15:36) Dean Lowry Signed
• (19:01) Byron Murphy Jr Hype
• (23:39) Jordan Hicks Role
• (27:40) Duke Shelley?

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Direct download: FTW_1642.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

Today is the infamous 'Third Day of the New League Year'. The bulk of Za'Darius Smith's base salary becomes fully guaranteed today. The Minnesota Vikings need to decide if they're going to keep, trade, or cut their star edge rusher. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Za'Darius Decision
• (5:08) Davenport Issue?
• (10:41) Intro Presser
• (17:12) Schlottmann Back
• (19:44) KJ WR2?

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Direct download: FTW_1641.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

Minnesota Vikings star safety Harrison Smith took a significant pay cut to run it back in Purple for his 12th season. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Harrison Pay Cut
• (4:42) Defensive Depth Chart
• (8:02) Dalvin Trade?
• (13:26) Jalen Carter?
• (22:49) Thursday News Dump

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Direct download: FTW_1640.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:46pm CDT

The Minnesota Vikings have re-signed running back Alexander Mattison to a 2-year, $7M contract. Does this mean Mattison is the new Vikes RB1? What does it mean for the future of Dalvin Cook?

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Mattison Re-Signed
• (5:43) Murphy Contract Details
• (8:31) BPA
• (15:30) Ellefson and Willekes Back
• (20:18) Murphy vs WR1s
• (24:26) Rodgers to the Jets (Finally)

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Direct download: FTW_1639.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

The Minnesota Vikings shored up their depleted cornerback room by signing the versatile Byron Murphy Jr away from the Arizona Cardinals. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Vikings Sign Cb Byron Murphy Jr
• (6:26) Kirk Restructure
• (9:11) What Kirk Conversion Means
• (14:43) HYPED for Marcus Davenport
• (21:28) Harrison Trolls Tomasson
• (25:12) Bradbury Back
• (28:54) Details of Josh Oliver's Deal
• (33:37) Joseph and DePaola Back
• (36:49) Cryptic Dalvin

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Direct download: FTW_1638.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:07pm CDT

The Minnesota Vikings are signing physical freak edger rusher Marcus Davenport to a 1-year, $13M deal. The acquisition of the former New Orleans Saint likely means the end of Za'Darius Smith's time in Purple. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Vikings Sign Marcus Davenport
• (5:25) Diesel Dalvin Tomlinson Signs with Browns
• (8:55) Nick Mullens Back

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Direct download: FTW_1637.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:36am CDT

The NFL "Legal Tampering" window opens today at 11am CT. Essentially the start of free agency before the new league year officially begins Wednesday at 3pm CT. Here's a rundown of what that all means. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) TE Josh Oliver
• (5:40) DE Marcus Davenport
• (10:30) Eric Kendricks Signs with Chargers
• (12:53) P2 Signs with Steelers
• (15:57) Jordan Hicks Restructured
• (19:49) Non-Committal on Cousins

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Direct download: FTW_1636.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:09pm CDT

The NFL "Legal Tampering" window opens today at 11am CT. Essentially the start of free agency before the new league year officially begins Wednesday at 3pm CT. Here's a rundown of what that all means. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Legal Tampering
• (4:51) 2024 Cap Space
• (8:54) Dalvin Trade?
• (13:46) Kirk No Extension?
• (17:49) OBJ Workout
• (22:00) Rams Trade Ramsey to Dolphins
• (24:57) Cap Update
• (30:15) Chris Reed Pay Cut
• (32:45) Thielen's Wife Sounds Off

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Direct download: FTW_1635.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

The Minnesota Vikings have released wide receiver Adam Thielen after a storybook decade run in Purple. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Thielen Released
• (4:50) Raw Real Rant
• (7:43) Thielen 2023 Team
• (15:37) Thielen IG Goodbye
• (19:01) Dantzler Cut
• (22:17) Harrison Could Be Cut?
• (25:15) Blacklock Takes Pay Cut
• (27:50) Bears Trade #1 Pick to Panthers

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Direct download: FTW_1634.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:41am CDT

Minnesota Vikings star edge rusher Za'Darius Smith posted a nice "goodbye" to the fans on Twitter and reportedly asked the team for his release. With 2-years remaining on his contract, the Vikings reportedly said no. Now we have drama. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Za'Darius Goodbye?
• (6:08) Za'Darius Horrible Contract
• (15:14) Thielen Cut?
• (20:17) Dalvin Trade Offer
• (25:03) Harrison Smith Pay Cut?
• (31:06) Injury Updates
• (34:19) Rodgers to the Jets?
• (38:00) Zierlein Mock Draft

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Direct download: FTW_1632.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:10pm CDT

A number of notable veterans are free agents this offseason. Here's a full list of significant players the Minnesota Vikings should NOT sign. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Players the Vikings Should NOT Sign
• (8:14) FA Landing Spots
• (16:31) Brian Branch
• (26:09) Cousins 7th Best NFC QB?
• (34:17) Sign K Matt Gay
• (37:48) Keep CJ Ham

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Direct download: FTW_1631.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

Right after Baltimore Ravens used the non-exclusive franchise tag on superstar quarterback Lamar Jackson, several QB-needy teams were reportedly OUT on the former league MVP. Why?

Timestamps:
• (0:40) What is Happening with Lamar?
• (7:53) Ravens Tag Lamar
• (15:33) Jets Meeting with Rodgers
• (19:12) Key Upcoming Dates
• (27:29) Za'Darius?
• (33:26) Kendricks Goodbye
• (36:01) Kendricks Career Recap
• (42:25) Trade Ezra?

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Direct download: FTW_1630.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

Minnesota Vikings receiver KJ Osborn and 3 others helped save a man's life from a fiery car crash Sunday night in Austin, TX. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) KJ Hero
• (2:48) Roster Predictions
• (11:03) Asamoah Time 
• (15:17) Let Go
• (20:59) Kirk Getting Paid
• (26:40) CB Rock Ya-Sin
• (31:14) WR DJ Chark Jr

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Direct download: FTW_1629.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

The Minnesota Vikings have released former All-Pro linebacker Eric Kendricks. Moving on from the 8-year veteran frees up $9.5M in salary cap space for the Vikings. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Kendricks Cut
• (4:26) Thielen Wants Larger Role
• (9:41) QBs a tthe Combine
• (20:25) Jaxon Smith-Njigba
• (25:41) RBs?
• (31:29) Spielman loves Richardson
• (34:44) Bryce Young 204

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Category:general -- posted at: 8:49am CDT

The Minnesota Vikings have met with polarizing NFL Draft prospect Kentucky quarterback Will Levis and reportedly head coach Kevin O'Connell is interested in the former Wildcat. Will the Vikes make the necessary move into the Top-10 to go get their guy?

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Will Levis?
• (7:00) 5 Day 1 Freaks
• (14:42) Go Get Your QB
• (21:18) Meeting Prospects
• (28:17) CB Class
• (32:45) Tank Dell
• (36:46) 10-yard Splits

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Direct download: FTW_1627.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

The Minnesota Vikings NEED to draft disruptive PITT defensive tackle Calijah Kancey, the man who destroyed the first night of the 2023 NFL Combine. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Vikings Met with Anthony Richardson
• (5:12) Draft DT Calijah Kancey
• (10:22) P2 Back?
• (14:06) Bucky Brooks Mock 2.0
• (22:09) Grade Help?
• (27:53) Thielen's Future
• (35:33) Bateman?

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Direct download: FTW_1626.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

Minnesota Vikings superstar receiver Justin Jefferson will be involved in "Conversations About Roster Building" according to GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, per Ben Goessling of The Star Tribune. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) JJ involved in Team Building
• (4:08) KOC Presser
• (8:48) #1 in NFLA Grades
• (14:33) Pelissero: Dalvin Cook Back
• (18:16) JJ Extension
• (23:28) Trade Down?
• (29:25) KOC Combine
• (31:42) Tremaine Edmunds

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Direct download: FTW_1625.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

Reaction to Minnesota Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah at the NFL Combine talking about Justin Jefferson, Kirk Cousins' future, if Dalvin Cook or Tomlinson will be on the roster in 2023, the awesomeness of Brian Flores, and how he approaches constructing a team.

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Kwesi Presser
• (6:56) Flores
• (10:15) Kirk
• (16:05) No Kendricks?
• (19:14) JJ Priority
• (23:44) News Dump
• (31:51) QB Scenarios

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Direct download: FTW_1624.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

The Minnesota Vikings have some tough salary cap decisions with a number of their veterans this offseason. We run through the list. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) No 1-Year Deal
• (5:45) Don't Extend Kirk Long Term
• (12:08) Moves Happening
• (16:16) Connor McGovern?
• (21:41) No on Wentz
• (25:11) Bobby McCain?
• (28:44) 5 Draft Crshes
• (34:56) Coaching Staff Tracker

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Direct download: FTW_1623.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

The Minnesota Vikings have some tough salary cap decisions with a number of their veterans this offseason. We run through the list. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Stay of Go
• (8:03) Duke Shelley
• (12:00) Jalen Ramsey?
• (16:43) PFF 101
• (24:28) Jeremiah Conference Call
• (34:53) Byron Jones
• (38:46) Q&A

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Direct download: FTW_1622.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

It's been a year since the Minnesota Vikings hired head coach Kevin O'Connell and general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah to replace Mike Zimmer and Rick Spielman respectively. Let's take a look back at the process that includes Harbaugh Mania. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) One Year Later
• (6:04) Let Harrison Be Harrison
• (10:17) 2022 Draft Class the Worst?
• (16:28) Harrison and Kendricks
• (22:47) PFF Fixes the Vikings Cap
• (28:40) Rodgers Emerges from Darkness
• (32:33) Vance Joseph Back with Broncos
• (35:30) Derek Carr HOF?

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Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

The Minnesota Vikings could be in search of a new WR2 this offseason, here are 5 free agent wide receiver options. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) 5 Free Agents WRs 
• (6:50) Kirk on Netflix
• (8:59) Tomlinson's Contract NOT Voided for Now
• (12:06) Cassel's QB Rankings
• (17:03) Robert Woods?
• (20:02) JMS to Vikes

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Direct download: FTW_1620.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

New Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores specifically shouted out young defenders Lewis Cine, Andrew Booth Jr, and Brian Asamoah as players he's excited to work with in 2023. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Bijan?
• (7:29) JJ 5th in ReDraft?
• (12:36) Cousins Didn't Vote for Himself
• (15:40) Vikings 2022 Draft Grade D?
• (21:08) DJ Mock 2.0
• (27:23) The Arizona Vikings

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Direct download: FTW_1619.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

New Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores specifically shouted out young defenders Lewis Cine, Andrew Booth Jr, and Brian Asamoah as players he's excited to work with in 2023. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Need a WR2
• (6:02) Bears are Gonna Trade Fields
• (11:59) Don't Pay Bradbury
• (16:49) Freeing Up Cap Space
• (22:19) Extending Hockenson
• (25:48) P2 and Tomlinson's Contracts Voided

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Direct download: FTW_1618.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:34am CDT

Top-10 Questions for Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah This Offseason as the Vikes look to build on their 13-4 record, shore up the offensive line, and rebuilt the 31st ranked defense in the NFL. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Need a WR2
• (6:54) Ranking the New Head Coaches
• (14:38) Vikings 1st Rd QB?
• (21:57) Manusky OUT
• (25:48) 33rd Team's Mock Draft

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Direct download: FTW_1617.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

Top-10 Questions for Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah This Offseason as the Vikes look to build on their 13-4 record, shore up the offensive line, and rebuilt the 31st ranked defense in the NFL. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) 10 Qs for Kwesi
• (8:41) Brandel Back
• (10:47) Tonga Back
• (13:07) Za'Darius Selling House?
• (16:15) Kirk Ranked 17th?
• (24:17) Vikings Downfall?
• (28:52) Josh Boyer?

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Direct download: FTW_1616.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:45am CDT

5 Takeaways from New Minnesota Vikings Defensive Coordinator Brian Flores Intro Press Conference. SPOILER: There Will Be Blitzing. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) 5 Flores Thoughts
• (8:38) Flores Presser
• (15:38) Dalvin Injury GTD
• (19:59) Zimmer Back in NFL?
• (25:36) Vikes Recovering
• (32:17) Worst Draft Mistake
• (37:30) McShay Mock

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Direct download: FTW_1615.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:21pm CDT

The Minnesota Vikings NEED to copy the Kansas City Chiefs blueprint for revamping their offensive line in one offseason

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Build a Bully O-Line
• (9:40) Chiefs Proved #TheCapIsAMyth
• (21:19) Vikes Hosting Chiefs in 2023
• (25:05) 40-1 to Win Super Bowl?
• (31:36) Justin Fields #1 Jersey in Wisconsin
• (38:02) Dalvin Had Shoulder Surgery
• (41:59) NFL.com's 3-Round Mock

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Direct download: FTW_1614.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

Reaction to Super Bowl 57 where Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs did the damn thing over the Philadelphia Eagles 38-35 in an instant classic. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) SB Recap
• (13:51) Flores Fix
• (19:02) Jerrod Johnson to Texans
• (22:27) Rodgers Darkness

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Direct download: FTW_1613.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

Minnesota Vikings superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson took home the Offensive Player of the Year award at the NFL Honors ceremony. And Kirk Cousins sang. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) JJ OPOTY
• (7:54) Baby 3 Is Here!
• (10:25) JJ 5th in MVP
• (15:47) Thielen Wants to Stay
• (24:17) No Dalvin Pay Cut
• (31:14) Josh Jacobs?
• (35:33) 7-Round Mock Draft

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Direct download: FTW_1612.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:23pm CDT

The Minnesota Vikings have a new defensive coordinator as Steelers defensive assistant/former Dolphins head coach Brian Flores has accepted the role. It's a home run hire for the Vikes. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Brian Flores is DC
• (4:14) 5 Things to Expect
• (9:06) 5 Flores Free Agents
• (14:36) 5 D-Linemen
• (21:45) Kirk to SF?
• (29:15) Tanner McKee?
• (34:15) Lewis Cine Running
• (37:33) Brady Not Joining FOX This Fall

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Direct download: FTW_1611.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am CDT

Why does it seem like no one wants the Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator job? Here's 5 reasons why. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) No One Wants It?
• (8:19) Evero Takes Panthers Job
• (12:08) Flores Finalist for Cardinals HC Job
• (14:37) 5 More DC Candidates
• (20:18) 3 Vikings Assistants Up for OC Jobs
• (24:45) Cousins Shines at Pro Bowl Games
• (27:56) What You Tolerate is the Standard

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Direct download: FTW_1610.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

The Denver Broncos have requested an interview with Steelers defensive assistant/former Dolphins head coach Brian Flores for their defensive coordinator job. Flores and current Broncos DC Ejiro Evero are also up for the Minnesota Vikings DC vacancy.

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Broncos Want Flores
• (3:37) Vangio Dolphins
• (7:44) Flores or Evero
• (13:43) Lynch Calls Out Trey Lance
• (18:53) Davante Wants Rodgers
• (23:30) NFLPA Top-5
• (26:57) Lewis Cine Comeback
• (31:56) Lamar Jackson?
• (38:08) Hypothetical Trades

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Direct download: FTW_1609.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:22am CDT

The Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator search is reportedly "quiet" as they wait to request to interview Denver Broncos defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Vikings Want to Interview Evero
• (3:16) Flores Favored for Cardinals Job
• (6:57) Tom Brady Allegedly Retires Again
• (10:45) Vikings Never Beat Tom Brady
• (21:35) Will Danielle Be Back?
• (28:15) John Michael Schmitz Draft Profile
• (34:13) 7-Round Mock

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7 early Senior Bowl crushes for the Minnesota Vikings, including three offensive linemen, two cornerbacks, and the most disruptive defensive tackle... 

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With the San Francisco 49ers being a quarterback away and a myriad of injuries at the position, it's time to dust off the annual "Kirk Cousins to the 49ers" trade rumors. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Kirk to the 49ers?
• (7:12) Sign Daron Payne
• (12:53) Salary Cap Set
• (15:47) Cardinals Flores
• (19:51) Danielle Pro Bowl
• (21:38) Mock Draft Round Up

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Reaction to the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles squaring off in the Super Bowl. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) KC-Philly
• (6:42) Rebuild Both Trenches
• (13:07) Re-Sign Duke Shelley
• (16:51) QB Carousel
• (24:56) Why DC Taking So Long?
• (29:09) Trey Lance

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Could free agent quarterback Tom Brady end up with the Minnesota Vikings? Probably not. But there are rumors... 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Brady to the Vikings?
• (5:46) Nielsen Joins Falcons
• (8:00) Steve Wilks?
• (11:51) P2 Defends Donatell
• (18:41) News Dump
• (25:51) Q&A

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Rundown of 5 mid-level free agents for the Minnesota Vikings at positions of need. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Mid-Level Free Agents
• (7:25) Cornerback Needs
• (12:51) Trade Value
• (23:35) Comp Picks
• (28:36) DC Candidates with Options
• (34:31) Jalen Ramsey?
• (40:42) Asamoah Breakout 
• (45:44) Za'Darius Back?

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The Minnesota Vikings currently have (-$24.55M) in 2023 salary cap space. But a few simple and realistic roster moves by general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah could free up $65.8M+ in space. Here's how. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Cap Space
• (6:30) Jefferson MVP Finalist
• (11:00) KOC Not COTY Finalist
• (14:30) Pettine for DC?
• (18:30) Bucs Request McCardell
• (20:57) Dalvin Pro Bowl
• (22:17) Dalvin Trade?
• (27:46) P2 Wants to be Back 

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10 Minnesota Vikings in-house roster predictions. Who is cut? Who is extended? Who is traded? 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) 10 Roster Predictions
• (11:29) McCardell Staying
• (14:17) Rodgers to the Jets?
• (18:19) Danielle for Trey?
• (24:32) DJ Mock 1.0
• (35:44) Diggs at it Again
• (39:55) Ryan Nielsen Profile
• (44:43) KJ Makes Fan's Day

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5 early NFL Draft crushes for the Minnesota Vikings. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) 5 Draft Crushes
• (6:55) Divisional Round Lessons
• (15:02) Diggs At It Again
• (18:04) Dak is Not Kirk
• (24:08) Recapping Divisional Round
• (29:55) The Cousins Curse
• (32:37) Sean Desai Profile
• (36:45) Baby Names

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Recapping the Divisional Round Games: Patrick Mahomes' high ankle sprain, Eagles 38-7 the Giants (and further expose the Vikings defense), Joe Burrow does it in the snow in Buffalo, and LOL Cowboys. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Divisional Round
• (6:04) 3 DC Interview Requests
• (10:27) Brian Flores Profile
• (16:03) Donatell Rant
• (19:05) Assistants Wanted for OC
• (23:28) 38-7
• (25:30) Thank You, Jeromes
• (27:06) Happiness is a Choice

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Category:general -- posted at: 9:38pm CDT

The Minnesota Vikings announced Thurday evening that they have (Finally)  fired defensive coordinator Ed Donatell after one lackluster season. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Donatell Fired
• (3:58) DC Candidates
• (14:14) Wes Phillips Staying
• (17:44) Jonathan Cooley?
• (20:16) Mock Draft
• (24:08) P2 on Kirk
• (28:40) PFF Free Agents
• (33:35) Rodgers
• (37:45) Divisional Picks
• (42:26) Q&A

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Reaction to Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell and general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah feeding the local media jackals at their season end press conference. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) KOC-Kwesi Presser
• (7:12) Donatell Remains DC
• (11:31) Thielen Drama
• (17:03) JJ's Agent
• (23:17) Cousins Continuity
• (28:05) Defensive Draft Bombs
• (34:13) Patriots Want McCardell
• (38:01) Hinton to Falcons
• (40:46) Vikings Sign Weaver

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Breaking down the first year of Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) KOC Year 1
• (10:00) 5 In-House Free Agents
• (15:12) JJ on Extension
• (21:34) Jurt Warner Roasts Defense
• (26:33) iOL Issues
• (30:53) 4 Picks in the Draft
• (34:53) Cursed?

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Was the 2022 Minnesota Vikings season a success or abject failure? We polled fans about their take on the 13-4, NFC North Champions in their first year with a new general manager and new head coach. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Success?
• (6:16) Jefferson Extension
• (12:41) Where Did JJ Go?
• (17:21) Defensive Players Returning?
• (23:42) Bradbury Wants to Stay
• (28:03) Final Play Blame

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We're honest about the recently eliminated Minnesota Vikings with the Top-10 storylines on TELL THE TRUTH MONDAY. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) TELL THE TRUTH MONDAY
• (11:15) 10 Takeaways
• (20:32) Vikings-Giants Recap
• (27:09) Fire Donatell
• (34:08) Cap Casualty Candidates
• (37:59) Florio
• (41:25) Thielen Goodbye?

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Category:general -- posted at: 12:32am CDT

Our Super Wild Card Weekend picks against the spread!

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Super Wild Card Weekend Picks
• (8:03) Bradbury and Brandel Back
• (10:28) News Dump
• (18:36) All-Pros
• (23:12) Ludacris Halftime
• (25:02) Minneapolis Miracle 5 Years Ago Today

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Category:general -- posted at: 11:07am CDT

The Minnesota Vikings are hosting the New York Giants Sunday afternoon at Historic US Bank Stadium for Super Wild Card Weekend. Here are 10 Keys to a Vikes Viktory!

Timestamps:
• (0:40) VIKINGS-GIANTS WILD CARD PREVIEW
• (10:50) Injury Report
• (13:21) News Dump
• (24:12) Bradbury Back
• (28:30) ESPN Roasts Cousins
• (36:44) National Media Picking Giants
• (42:00) Giants X-Factors
• (48:45) Coaching Tracker

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On ESPN's First Take, Stephen A. Smith stated there's NO EXCUSE for the Minnesota Vikings to lose to the New York Giants Wild Card Weekend. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) No Excuse
• (4:17) Injury Updates
• (8:58) Injury Report
• (12:41) Oli Udoh
• (18:14) Dalvin's Last?
• (21:43) 33rd Team Power Rankings
• (27:21) NFLPA All-Pro Team

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12 Minnesota Vikings X-factors in the playoffs who could determine where the Vikes have a storybook ending to their magical season or not. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) X-Factors
• (12:53) Raheem Morris?
• (16:11) Ain't Over
• (22:26) Cousins and KOC
• (31:22) We Predicted 13-4
• (35:37) Rodgers Retire?

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New York Giants center Nick Gates insulted Minnesota Vikings fans and the loudness they bring at Historic US Bank Stadium saying of their Week 16 matchup: "I Thought It Would Be a Lot Louder". 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Jabroni Giants OL
• (6:27) Packers Lose
• (10:22) KOC Presser
• (16:19) Draft Order
• (22:56) PFF Mock
• (29:10) Wild Card Lines

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Direct download: FTW_1589.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:17am CDT

We're honest about the 13-4 Minnesota Vikings with the Top-10 storylines on TELL THE TRUTH MONDAY. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) TELL THE TRUTH MONDAY
• (10:05) Super Wild Card Weekend Set
• (13:33) A Vikings Fan Reacts to Lions Beating Packers
• (17:38) Jabroni Giants OL Calls Out Vikings Fans
• (23:26) O'Connell's 1st Year as Head Coach
• (28:39) Jefferson is Rec and Rec Yds King
• (32:51) 2023 Opponents Set

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The Minnesota Vikings wrapped up the 2022 regular season disposing of the Crooked Chicago Bears 29-13 at Solider Field. Here's the Winners & Losers from the game. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) VIKINGS-BEARS RECAP
• (7:11) 10 Takeaways
• (16:52) Postgame Media

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The Minnesota Vikings round out the regular season against the Crooked Chicago Bears. Here's 10 Keys to a Vikes Viktory! 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) VIKINGS-BEARS PREVIEW
• (7:47) Wes Phillips
• (11:39) Bears Tanking?
• (16:49) Jefferson Pissed Off
• (21:09) Chris Reed Snapping
• (25:19) Damar Hamlin Great News
• (27:08) Let Your Loved Ones Know How You Feel

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Minnesota Vikings star right tackle Brian O'Neill reportedly suffered a partially torn achilles tendon. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Wild Card Opponents
• (2:37) Injury Report
• (4:39) KOC Presser
• (8:39) Fields Out
• (11:40) Bullard Back
• (13:26) Players for Damar Hamlin
• (16:50) Phillips, Jones II Talk About Damar 

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The Minnesota Vikings could face the New York Giants, Greasy Grimy Green Bay Packers, Seattle Seahawks or High Energy Detroit Lions in the Wild Card Round of the NFL Playoffs. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Wild Card Opponents
• (5:51) O'Neill, Schlottmann on IR
• (8:41) Greg Mancz Starting Center?
• (13:08) Point Spread
• (16:39) O-Line?
• (22:20) Reserves We Want to See
• (28:23) Postpone Week 18

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Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell stated that adjustments to playing time versus the Crooked Chicago Bears would be "more subtle than" simply sitting the starters. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) Not Sitting Starters
• (5:54) Did KOC Lose on Purpose?
• (11:22) Injury Updates
• (14:44) #CleatGate
• (20:45) Media Jabronis
• (26:17) 1-and-Done?
• (31:38) Week 18 Schedule
• (34:31) You're Gonna Lose in Life

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Direct download: FTW_1583.mp3
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We're honest about the 12-4 Minnesota Vikings with the Top-10 storylines on TELL THE TRUTH MONDAY. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) TELL THE TRUTH MONDAY
• (10:27) Lineup vs Bears
• (16:18) Postgame Pressers
• (22:58) NFC Standings
• (28:47) 10 Things We Learned

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Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am CDT

The Minnesota Vikings are 12-4, champions of the NFC North, and are hosting a playoff game in two weeks. That is all. 

Timestamps:
• (0:40) VIKINGS-PACKERS RECAP
• (9:58) 10 Takeaways 

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Category:general -- posted at: 7:43pm CDT

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