Minnesota Vikings Podcast

Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Tonight, Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich welcome former defensive end Fernando Smith to the show. Fernando looks back on his playing days, including: growing up in an athletic family in Flint, Michigan, teaching Dave Dixon how to drive, the legend of John Randle, his relationship with Korey Stringer, and the importance of being inducted to the Greater Flint African American Sports Hall Of Fame. All of this and more is in this edition of Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome back to the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. Hollywood actor and writer James Roday Rodriguez from 'Psych', 'A Million Little Things,' and 'Buddy Games' joins the show to talk about his lifelong love of the Houston Oilers and Tennessee Titans. James looks back on his childhood memories of Earl Campbell, the thrill of 'The Music City Miracle,' his announcing experience at the 2022 NFL Draft in Las Vegas, and his longtime love of fantasy football. All of this and more is on today's episode of The Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome to episode 295 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Tatum Everett sits down with Vikings defensive tackle Harrison Phillips to talk about the teams successes so far. Harrison reviews his fumble recovery in Jacksonville, talks about playing selfless team ball under pressure, looks ahead at the charitable events coming up with his foundation, and making personal efforts to honor military members who serve. All of this and more is in episode 295 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 12-7 in a game where Parker Romo hit four field goals to seal the victory. Romo hit from 45, 33, 34, and 29 yards in the game. The Vikings dominated statistically with 402 yards of offense, they controlled the clock for 42:19, and ran 82 plays on offensive versus the 43 plays by the Jaguars. The Jaguars did intercept Sam Darnold 3 times in the game, with two of them being inside the redzone. Darnold finished the game with 241 yards passing. Mac Jones scored the lone touchdown for the Jaguars on a 1-yard run in the 1st quarter, but the Vikings defense took over from there. They turned over Mac Jones 3 times in the 4th quarter, including: Harrison Phillips' fumble recovery, Bryon Murphy Jr.'s interception, and Cam Bynum's game sealing interception. Cashman, Pace Jr., and Van Ginkel all had a sack each on Mac Jones. Aaron Jones led the rushing attack for the Vikings with 88 yards on the ground and T.J. Hockenson hauled in 8 receptions for 72 yards in the passing game. Paul Allen and Pete Bercich breakdown the victory from Jacksonville, including: Romo's big game off a crazy week, the defensive pressure being put on defensively each week, and the need to finish drives when getting inside the redzone. Plus, Kevin O'Connell and Sam Darnold spoke in the postgame press conferences about the victory. All of this and more is in tonight's edition of the Vikings Postgame Report.

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Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Tonight, Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich welcome former linebacker Larry Dean to the show. Larry chronicles his pro football journey from signing as a free agent rookie with the Vikings, the lessons he learned during his time in the NFL, learning his way to be a multi-time CFL All-Star, and his goals and aspirations as he transitions to his new front office role with the Saskatchewan Roughriders. All of this and more is in this edition of Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome back to the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. Comedian and Hollywood writer Joe Mande joins host Cy Amundson to break down Joe's fandom for MN sports, coining the phrase 'BORTLES!' as a writer for 'The Good Place,' the importance of good sports ownership, working with celebrity athletes, and their love for Adam Sandler. All of this and more is on today's episode of The Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. Be sure to check out Joe Mande's standup specials and his upcoming show 'Running Point' on Netflix. Also, help us out with a like and subscribe.

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Welcome to episode 294 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Tatum Everett and Paul 'Meatsauce' Lambert look back and ahead in the week 10 edition of the MVP. Sauce and Tatum deep dive into the second half offensive execution in the victory over the Indianapolis Colts, the importance of Cam Robinson facing his old squad, the injuries to Will Reichard and Andrew DePaola, Jonathan Greenard's impressive season, and their keys to victory versus the Jacksonville Jaguars down in Duval County. All of this and more is in episode 294 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings Defeat The Indianapolis Colts 21-13 at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday Night to improve to 6-2. The first half ended with a 7-0 score which came from the Colts hitting a scoop-and-score on a Vikings sack fumble in the 2nd quarter. The Vikings tied the game early in the 3rd quarter on a 4-yard touchdown pass to Jordan Addison. The Vikings added 2 more touchdown passes to Jalen Nailor and Josh Oliver in the 2nd half to take a 21-10 lead. The Colts added a field goal at the backend of the 4th but the Vikings recovered a late onside kick to seal the victory. Sam Darnold was 28-of-34 for 290 yards passing, tossed 3 touchdowns, and had 2 interceptions. Aaron Jones led the Vikings running attack with 64 yards on the ground and 18 yards through the air. Justin Jefferson once again led the receiving game with 137 yards through the air. Kicker Will Reichard missed his first 2 field goal attempts of the season but was perfect on his three extra points. Defensively, Jonathan Greenard added in 2 sacks, Jihad Ward also notched a sack, Harrison Smith had a fumble recovery, and Byron Murphy Jr. grabbed his 2nd interception of the season. Paul Allen and Pete Bercich breakdown the victory from U.S. Bank stadium, including: the defense stepping up big versus the Colts rushing game, Cam Robinson stepping in for Christian Darrisaw, the domination in time of possession, Darnold's comfort in throwing to Hockenson, and look ahead to the Vikings upcoming road schedule. Plus, Kevin O'Connell and Sam Darnold spoke in the postgame press conferences about the victory. All of this and more is in tonight's edition of the Vikings Postgame Report.

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Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Tonight, Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich welcome legendary offensive tackle Bryant McKinnie to the show. Bryant looks back on the guidance of head coach Mike Tice, the memories of the 2009 season, the power of Adrian Peterson, winning a Super Bowl with the Baltimore Ravens, and addressing the difficulties players have once they've retired from the NFL. Plus, Mark and Pete dig into the importance of getting back on track this weekend against the Indianapolis Colts at U.S. Bank Stadium. All of this and more is in this edition of Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome back to the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. Comedian Megan Gailey joins host Cy Amundson to discuss her sports fanaticism, why the Colts fanbase is still in a post-Andrew Luck haze, viewing sports through a parental lens, planning her life around Indianapolis sports, and why the greatest comeback in NFL history still traumatizes her to this day. All of this and more is on today's episode of The Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. Be sure to check out Megan Gailey, Sarah Tiana, and Rachel Bonnetta on the Sports Bitches Podcast anywhere you download your favorite shows. Also, help us out with a like and subscribe.

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Welcome to episode 293 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Tatum Everett and Paul 'Meatsauce' Lambert welcome in edge rusher Patrick Jones II to the show. Patrick opens up about the chemistry in the locker room, combining his passions for fishing and football, growing up in a military family, and the joy of playing alongside NFL legends. Plus, Tatum and Paul review the trade for Cam Robinson and look ahead at the Sunday Night Football game versus the Colts. All of this and more is in episode 293 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings fell to the Los Angeles Rams 30-20 at Sofi Stadium on Thursday Night Football. The Vikings and the Rams started off the game by trading a couple of touchdowns each in the first half. Will Reichard hit two field goals for the Vikings, one in each of the 3rd and 4th quarters. Matt Stafford led the Rams by hitting WR Demarcus Robinson for 2 touchdowns and L.A. wrapped up the game with a safety of Sam Darnold late in the 4th quarter. Sam Darnold finished 18-of-25 passing for 240 yards, and 2 TD's. Darnold's touchdown throws went to Josh Oliver and Trent Sherfield Sr. respectively. Aaron Jones led the Vikings rushing attack with 58 yards and Justin Jefferson had 8 receptions for 155 yards. Will Reichard remained perfect with 2 successful field goals and 2 PAT's on the night. Up next, the Vikings come home to U.S. Bank Stadium in Week 9 to face the Indianapolis Colts on Nov 3rd. Paul Allen and Pete Bercich break down the flow of the game, the Rams offensive successes, the costly mistakes by Minnesota, and how the Vikings look to respond moving forward. Plus, Kevin O'Connell and Sam Darnold's press conferences are included in this week's edition of the Vikings Postgame Report.

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Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Tonight, Pete Bercich sits down with his old teammate Ben Williams to talk about overcoming adversity and chasing his dreams. Ben looks back at his journey from Mississippi to Minnesota to play for the Gophers, playing international football, the dynamics of a football locker room, being an advocate for helping people battling kidney disease, and his primary goals as the NFLPA - Minnesota Chapter president. All of this and more is in this edition of Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome back to the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings dropped their first game this past weekend 31-29 to the Lions and host Cy Amundson brought back our favorite Detroit superfan, Zach Martina, to review the contest. Cy and Zach discuss the key plays from Sunday, the feeling that both teams are on a collision course towards the NFL playoffs, the competitive nature of the NFC North, and debate the updated power rankings. All of this and more is in today's episode of The Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. Also, check out Zach Martina in St. Paul, MN this Friday, Oct. 25th and Saturday, Oct 26th at the Laugh Camp Comedy Club. Get your tickets now at zachmartina.com

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Welcome to episode 292 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Vikings staff writer Lindsey Young sits down with ESPN's Jamal Collier to talk about recreating the famous Moss-Garnett photo with Justin Jefferson and Anthony Edwards. Jamal talks about his motivation to work with these two athletes at this point in time, the fun dynamics that occurred between Justin and Anthony, and the impact of these athletes on their respective fanbases. Plus, Justin Jefferson talks about being a part of this iconic moment. All of this and more is in episode 292 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings fell to the Detroit Lions 31-29 at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday. The Vikings started out hot, jumping out to a 10-0 lead early in the 1st quarter. Detroit then scored the next 21 points in the 2nd quarter to regain the lead. The Vikings and Lions traded points in the second half, including a 35-yard scoop-and-score by Ivan Pace Jr., which gave the Vikings a 29-28 advantage deep into the 4th quarter. Detroit kicker Jake Bates iced the game with a 44-yard field goal with 19 seconds remaining and the Vikings lost for the first time this season. RB Aaron Jones and WR Justin Jefferson scored the Vikings touchdowns in the game and kicker Will Reichard stayed perfect once again this week. QB Sam Darnold threw for 259 yards, had a TD pass, an INT, and took 4 sacks. Defensively, Andrew Van Ginkel had 2 sacks, while both Jonathan Greenard & Ivan Pace Jr. recorded a sack each. Pace Jr. led the team with 10 tackles in the game. Up next, the Vikings take on the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday Night Football at Sofi Stadium on Oct 24th. Paul Allen and Pete Bercich look at the slugfest of a game on Sunday, the razor thin margin of error, the potency of the Lions offense, and the challenge of playing on a short week heading into LA. Plus, Kevin O'Connell and Sam Darnold's press conferences are included in this week's edition of the Vikings Postgame Report.

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Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Tonight, Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich welcome in one of the 50 Greatest Vikings, wide receiving legend Sammy White. Sammy talks about his historic rookie season, the differences of practicing and playing in Minnesota, the importance of good coaching, the great play of Justin Jefferson, expectations of getting back to the Super Bowl, and evolution of the game. Plus, Mark and Pete dig into the hot start by the NFC North and preview the big tilt Sunday against the Detroit Lions. All of this and more is in this edition of Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome back to the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. The Lions are coming to town and our favorite Detroit superfan, Zach Martina, is back on the show. Zach is excited for the way the 2024 season has started, explains why the Taylor Decker penalty last season is still on the minds of Lions nation, needs Detroit to win for Dan Campbell's sake, and tries to figure out what the Lions defense will look like without DE Aidan Hutchinson. Plus, Zach and Cy break down the NFC North standings, debate how far this Vikings team could go in 2024, and react to the Davante Adams trade on Tuesday. All of this and more is on today's episode of The Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. Grab some tickets to Zach's upcoming live comedy show at the Laugh Camp Comedy Club in St, Paul, MN on October 25th and 26th. Tickets are available at zachmartina.com right now!

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Welcome to episode 291 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Tatum Everett welcomes in Harrison Smith and Emmanuel Acho to break down what’s made the Vikings fast start so successful this season. Harrison discusses how the playmakers on defense are working cohesively as a unit and Emmanuel Acho looks at how both the offensive and defensive scheming poses unique challenges for opposing NFL coordinators this season. All of this and more is in episode 291 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings defeated the NY Jets in London on Sunday 23-17. The Vikings jumped out to a 17-0 lead after Will Reichard made a 52-yard field goal, Andrew Van Ginkle had a 62-yard pick six, and CJ Ham plunged in for a 2-yard score. The Jets kept it close and tightened the game to 23-17 deep into the 4th quarter. Stephon Gilmore sealed the game with the 3rd Aaron Rodgers interception of the day in the final minute of play. Will Reichard remained perfect again this week, hitting field goals from 54-yards, 52-yards, and 41-yards respectively. Defensively, the Vikings picked off Rodgers 3 times, had 11 QB hits, and 3 sacks. The Vikings have their bye week in week 6 and will gear up for another big NFC North battle in week 7 against the Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium. Paul Allen and Pete Bercich break it all down, including: Will Reichard having another perfect day, the opportunistic defense coming through clutch, and the importance of getting ready for Detroit while resting up during the bye week. Plus, press conferences from Kevin O'Connell and Sam Darnold are included in this edition of the Vikings Postgame Report.

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Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Tonight, Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich are reconnecting with Vikings legendary wide receiver Dr. Leo Lewis III. Leo reflects on his deep family connections with coach Bud Grant, the art of being a successful punt returner, looks back on playing international games with the Minnesota Vikings, the importance of giving back through his foundation, and digs into why writing a book about his father’s legacy on and off the field is so important. All of this and more is in this edition of Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome back to the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. We're heading across the pond to take on the New York Jets and diehard fan Kevin Clancy of Barstool Sports (@kfcbarstool) joins the show to help break it all down. Kevin reflects on the Aaron Rodgers experience, the NY media beast, the resurgence of Sam Darnold, the Karl Anthony-Towns trade in the NBA, and the repeated history of suffering as a Jets, Mets, and Knicks fan. Grab some tea or a pint and enjoy today's episode of The Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome to episode 290 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Gabe Henderson sits down with Vikings quarterback coach Josh McCown to talk about the early successes of the 2024 season, translating good habits from practice to the playing field, the career transition to becoming an impactful coach, and the evolution of Sam Darnold’s career. All of this and more is in episode 290 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Green Bay Packers 31-29 at Lambeau Field on Sunday afternoon. The Vikings started fast and ran out to a 28-0 lead in the first half. Green Bay scored the next 22 points and made it interesting deep into the 4th Quarter. Will Reichard hit a 33-yard field goal with 6:05 to play, the Packers added a touchdown in the final minute, and the Vikings recovered the onside kick to seal the victory. Sam Darnold finished the day 20-of-28, for 275 yards passing, 3 TD's, 1 INT, and added 17 yards on the ground. Aaron Jones led the rushing attack with 93 yds on the ground and 46 yards through the air. Justin Jefferson pulled in 6 catches for 85-yards and a touchdown to lead the Vikings receivers. Defensively, Kamu Grugier-Hill, Shaquill Griffin, and Byron Murphy Jr. picked off Jordan Love once each. The defense finished with 10 QB hits on Love, 12 pass deflections, and Patrick Jones II notched another sack this week. Kicker Will Reichard was perfect yet again and the Vikings pushed their record to 4-0. The Vikings now shift their sights to London, England as they square off against the NY Jets next Sunday at Tottenham-Hotspur Stadium. Paul Allen and Pete Bercich break it all down, including: the fast start by the Vikings offense, Aaron Jones returning to Lambeau Field, Jordan Addison's impact back in this offense, the defense being opportunistic, and the tight finish at the end.

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Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Tonight, we’re reconnecting with one of our favorite guests: Vikings legendary running back Robert Smith. Robert talks about meeting up with his old teammates, working with tech companies to address issues in rural communities, the impact of Aaron Jones on this team, the maintenance needed to be a running back, and his most memorable games in Green Bay. Plus, Pete Bercich and Mark Rosen look back at the win against Houston and look ahead at the implications of the upcoming game at Green Bay. All of this and more is in this edition of Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome back to the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings.  It's 'border battle' week and we've got an awesome guest to breakdown the insanity of the Packers season.  Brian Baumgartner (Kevin Malone from The Office) joins Cy Amundson to dig into his NFC North preseason predictions, rooting for his close friend Aaron Rodgers, the memorable losses to the Seahawks in the playoffs, and how he and John Krasinski used to play Madden on the set of The Office.  All of this and more is on today's episode of The Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome to episode 289 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Gabe Henderson sits down with Vikings linebacker Kamu Grugier-Hill about his experience in joining the Vikings defense. Kamu looks back at his college and NFL relationship with defensive coordinator Brian Flores, the leadership of Harrison Smith, the increased intensity of playing the Packers in the 2024 border battle, and the need to be a complete player within this Vikings defense. All of this and more is in episode 289 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings improved to 3-0 after a dominant performance at U.S. Bank Stadium over the Houston Texans. The Vikings once again capitalized on an early interception, this time by Kamu Grugier-Hill on the second play of the game and Justin Jefferson turned it into six points six plays later. Cam Bynum also grabbed another interception early in the 4th Quarter that led to a 2-yard touchdown by Johnny Mundt. Defensively, the Vikings recorded 2 interceptions, 5 sacks, 8 pass deflections, and 8 QB hits. Former Texan Jonathan Greenard led the team with 3 sacks. Offensively, Sam Darnold once again was efficient and effective. Darnold finished with 181 yards passing, 4 passing touchdowns, and a QBR of 128.9. The 4 passing touchdowns went to Justin Jefferson, Aaron Jones, Jalen Nailor, and Johnny Mundt. Aaron Jones ran for 102 yards, had 148 combined yards, and his receiving touchdown on the day. Will Reichard also was perfect in the kicking game once again, including a 58-yard field goal in the 4th Quarter. The Vikings shift their sights to Green Bay next week in pursuit of another victory. Paul Allen and Pete Bercich break it all down, including: the defense making C.J. Stroud uncomfortable, Jonathan Greenard's 3-sack game, Sam Darnold taking advantage of key mismatches, and the importance of winning the turnover battle. Plus, both Kevin O'Connell and Sam Darnold's press conferences are included in this edition of the Vikings Postgame Report.

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Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Tonight's guest is the 2024 Vikings Ring Of Honor inductee Bobby Bryant. Bobby joins Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich to talk about his journey and successes with the Minnesota Vikings, his memorable draft phone call, why he chose the NFL over the MLB, his longtime friendship with Alan Page, his most memorable games, and the influence of Bud Grant on learning to play in the cold. All of this and more is in this edition of Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome to episode 288 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Gabe Henderson welcomes wide receivers coach Keenan McCardell to the show to break down why his group has been so successful this season. Keenan talks about the need for his crew to do the dirty work to setup their opportunities, what it was like working with Stefon Diggs in both college and the NFL, the challenge the Texans and head coach DeMeco Ryans poses this week, and why the noise levels at U.S. Bank Stadium are such a huge factor. All of this and more is in episode 288 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome back to another edition of the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. The Texans are coming to town, but their fans are living in a ghost town… Luckily our old friend Blake Wexler from Phili jumped in to save the day and joined host Cy Amundson to talk about the state of the NFC. Cy and Blake get into the implication of Kirk Cousins beating the Eagles on Monday night, Jake Reed setting the third wide receiver standard, why Josh McCown is beloved by Eagles fans, and the types of statues on the horizon for a Vikings Super Bowl win. All of this and more is on today's episode of The Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome to the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings defeated the San Francisco 49ers in their home opener at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday. The Vikings defense and special teams turned an interception, a blocked punt by C.J. Ham, and a turnover on downs into 17 points to help secure the victory. Sam Darnold hit Justin Jefferson for a 97-yard touchdown pass in the 1st quarter to take a 10-point lead and never looked back. Darnold finished the day 17 of 26 for 268 passing yards, 2 TD's, and 1 INT. Jefferson finished the day with 4 receptions for 133 yards and a touchdown, while Jalen Nailor finished with 3 receptions for 54 yards and the other touchdown. Ty Chandler led the team with 82 yards rushing on the day. Defensively, the Vikings were hungry and got after Brock Purdy all game. Purdy was hit 7 times, sacked 6 times (including twice by Patrick Jones II), and threw an interception to Josh Metellus. Will Reichard was perfect once again and finished the day with three field goals and two extra points. Up next, the Vikings continue their homestand against the Houston Texans next Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium. Paul Allen and Pete Bercich help break down the impressive victory by looking at the importance of the Vikings running game, Sam Darnold finishing off the day with a key drive, the overall balance of the Vikings roster, and Blake Cashman's impact on the defense. Plus, Kevin O'Connell and Sam Darnold's press conferences are included in this week's edition of the Vikings Postgame Report.

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Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Tonight's guest is Vikings Legend Henry Thomas. Henry joins Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich to look back at his legacy on the defensive line, his rookie moment with Jerry Burns in 1987, the impact on his career learning from legendary coaches, and life after football. All of this and more is in this edition of Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome back to another edition of the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. It's 49ers week and host Cy Amundson brought in two 49ers diehards with stories to tell. Comedians Al Madrigal and David Huntsberger recant their experiences working with their childhood team, the realities of going to 49ers games, tailgating in Minnesota, announcing George Kittle's NFL draft pick, and the joy of roasting NFL players. All of this and more is on today's episode of The Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome to Episode 287 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! It’s week 2 and the Vikings are preparing for their home opener on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium. This week, we have two great guests to help provide an inside look at the state of the team and the NFL abroad. Vikings Safety Cam Bynum reflects on the success the team had win week 1, learning from the experience of his talented teammate, adjusting to married life in the NFL, and the impact of a good home field advantage. Ndamukong Suh also joins the show as part of the Sky Sports NFL contingent of analysts who will be covering the Vikings in the coming weeks. Suh talks about his experience working in the London area, the importance of good preparation on and off the field, rooting for fellow Husker Harrison Phillips, and the 2024 playoff prospects for the NFC North. Plus, Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson look at key matchups in the 'Pepsi - That’s what I like' segment and discuss the buzz around the 2024 home opener this weekend. All of this and more is in Episode 287 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi.

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Welcome to the week 1 edition of the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings won their 2024 regular season opener with a 28-6 victory over the NY Giants at MetLife Stadium on Sunday. Offseason acquisitions were flashing all over the field, including quarterback Sam Darnold who had a great start and was incredibly efficient. Darnold finished the game 19 of 24 for 208 passing yards, 2 touchdowns, an INT, and a 113.2 quarterback rating. New running back Aaron Jones also stood out in his debut, finishing with 94 rushing yards and a touchdown on 14 carries. Wide receiver Justin Jefferson got on the board with a 3-yard touchdown pass from Darnold and finished the game with 59 receiving yards, while Jalen Nailor also hauled in a 21-yard touchdown reception in the 3rd quarter. Defensively, the squad was opportunistic. They tallied 2 INT's, 6 pass deflections, and 5 sacks on Daniel Jones in the game. Patrick Jones II led the team with 2 sacks and Andrew Van Ginkel had a sack and a pick 6 to seal the victory in the 3rd Quarter. Kicker Will Reichard was a perfect 4-for-4 in extra points on the day. Paul Allen and Pete Bercich breakdown the importance of Aaron Jones in this offense, Van Ginkel and Smith with key INT's, Sam Darnold's debut performance, and the upcoming challenge posed by the 49ers in week 2. Plus, Kevin O'Connell and Sam Darnold's press conferences are included in this edition of the Vikings Postgame Report.

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Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.  Tonight's guest is Vikings legendary quarterback Brad Johnson.  Brad joins Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich to look back at his Vikings experience, the history of Vikings quarterbacks, playing with Vikings wide receivers coach Keenan McCardell, how to deal with adversity, and his newfound celebrity online doing trick shot videos.  All of this and more is in the season kickoff edition of Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. 

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Welcome back to another season of the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings.  Host Cy Amundson has a loaded lineup to kick off the season.  Minnesota Comic Chad Daniels joins Cy to discuss the prospects of the Vikings season, the awesomeness of Randy Moss, Cy being a nightmare when watching a game, and the long history of Vikings v Giants historic matchups. Cy also welcomes NY Comics and diehard Giants fans, Chris Distefano and Mike Cannon from The Chrissy Chaos podcast.  Chris and Mike breakdown their distain of the Cowboys, the choice of wearing jerseys as an adult, fan support for Danny Dimes, and lobby to get Eli Manning into the HOF.   All of this and more is on today's episode of The Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome to Episode 286 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!  The 2024 season kicks off Sunday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey against the NY Giants and Gabe Henderson sits down with Vikings Team Owner and President Mark Wilf to reflect on the state of the team.  Mark looks back at 20 years of team ownership, their commitment to investing in the future, providing the fans with a worldclass experience, the rule change processes during the offseason, and his expectations for the 2024-25 season.  Gabe also connects with Tatum Everett and Jay Nelson about what to expect in week 1 versus the Giants, key matchups in the ‘Pepsi – That’s what I like’ segment, and the curiosity surrounding our revamped defensive personnel under Brian Flores.  All of this and more is in Episode 286 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi.

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Welcome to Episode 285 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!  The Minnesota Vikings announced their initial 53-man roster for the start of the 2024 regular season and the gang is here to break it all down.  Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson talk through the new members of each position group on all sides of the ball, the expanded youth movement on the roster, the release of Jaren Hall/acquisition of Brett Rypien at quarterback, and Justin Jefferson’s expanded leadership going into week 1 of the 2024 regular season.     All of this and more is in Episode 285 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 284 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Gabe Henderson is back from Cleveland with a special guest: CBS Sports reporter Evan Washburn caught up with Gabe during the joint practice sessions to give his thoughts on the final weeks of the 2024 preseason. Gabe and Evan discussed the importance of the work being done in joint practices, the prospects of expanded coverage for these types of events, and the critical need for a team to develop team chemistry during the offseason. Plus, Jay Nelson joins Gabe to talk about which players flashed during the week 2 preseason game in Cleveland, the signing of Stephon Gilmore, and what may happen during Kevin O'Connell's upcoming Mic'd Up session in the final preseason game on Saturday. All of this and more is in Episode 284 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings beat the Cleveland Browns 27-12 on Saturday afternoon to improve their preseason record to 2-0. The Vikings started the scoring with a 14-yard touchdown pass from Quarterback Nick Mullens to WR Trishton Jackson on the opening drive. Mullens finished his afternoon 11-of-21 passing for 135 yards and a TD. Quarterback Jaren Hall came into the game in the 3rd Quarter and finished his day 4-of-5 passing for 87 yards and 2 touchdowns through the air. Both Kene Nwangwu and Myles Gaskin led the team in rushing and finished with 45 yards on the ground. Wide receivers Jeshaun Jones, Malik Knowles, and Trishton Jones scored the Vikings 3 touchdowns through the air. Defensively, Brian Asamoah II, Bo Richter, and Lewis Cine recorded sacks in the game. Safety Lewis Cine, cornerback Cobi Francis, and cornerback Dwight McGlothern also got on the stats sheet by notching interceptions. Kicker Will Reichard was perfect today, hitting 2 field goals and 3 extra points in the game. The Vikings will conclude their preseason set of games by traveling to Philadelphia to face the Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field next Saturday. Paul Allen and Pete Bercich recap the keys to the Vikings second preseason victory, including: Lewis Cine's standout performance, Kene Nwangwu hitting another gear in Cleveland, Jaren Hall looking more comfortable, and young players making the most of their opportunities. All of this and more is in this edition of the Vikings Postgame Report.

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Welcome to Episode 283 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! The Vikings are in Berea, Ohio this week for joint practices with the Browns and Gabe Henderson is there to bring you the latest news with both team’s radio color analysts. Gabe joins Cleveland Browns Analyst Nathan Zegura and Pete Bercich from the Vikings Radio Network to breakdown the importance of maximizing the practice scenarios this week. Nathan discusses the Browns expectations for the season, the hype surrounding both defensive squads, the connections between the coaches and players for both teams, and what both squads are looking to evaluate in preseason game two this Saturday. Pete Bercich looks at the Vikings need to match the intensity of the Browns on day two, the battle between Darrisaw and Garrett, and the need for Sam Darnold's leadership in the locker room for the 2024 season. We also include the Kevin O’Connell press conference to provide an update on the latest J.J. McCarthy news and team injury reports. All of this and more is in Episode 283 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Las Vegas Raiders at U.S. Bank Stadium on Saturday night in week 1 of the 2024 preseason. The Vikings received the opening kick and started the game with quarterback Sam Darnold under center for the first drive of the game. Darnold went 4-for-8 for 59 passing yards before heading to the sidelines. Vikings rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy came in and played for almost a half of the Vikings total offensive game time. He finished his debut 11-of-17 passing for 188 yards, 2 passing touchdowns, and an interception. The interception happened early in the game for him, but he finished strong, throwing touchdowns to both Trishton Jackson and Trent Sherfield Sr. Trishton had the high receiving yardage for the game with 4 receptions for 100 yards and a touchdown. On the ground, Kene Nwangwu ripped off a 48-yard touchdown and finished the game with 52 total yards rushing. Defensively, Theo Jackson led the team with 7 tackles, while Brian Asamoah II chipped in with 6 tackles and a half sack of his own. Levi Drake Rodriguez, Dallas Turner, and Bo Richter recorded their first NFL sacks, while James Lynch added in a half sack also. Rookie Will Reichard kicked 3 extra points, went 1-of-2 on field goals, including the game winning kick to seal the victory for the Vikings. Up next, the Vikings head to Cleveland to face the Browns in Week 2 of the Preseason on Saturday, August 17th at Cleveland Browns Stadium.

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Welcome to Episode 282 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Everyone is gearing up for the kickoff of preseason Game #1 this Saturday and we’ve got a Vikings Legend in the house to break it all down. Bryant McKinnie joined Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson to talk about his favorite Vikings memories, what it takes to gel as a team early in the season, the best college football team of all time, leadership in the locker room, and the advantages provided by the TCO Performance Center during Training Camp. Plus, Gabe, Tatum, and Jay talk about their standout player in camp so far and look ahead at the events surrounding the game on Saturday versus the Las Vegas Raiders. All of this and more is in Episode 282 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 281 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! The pads are going on and the guys are throwing down. Camp is in full swing and ESPN’s Kevin Seifert joins Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson to discuss the hottest topics popping up during the 2024 Vikings Training Camp presented by OMNI Hotels. Kevin talks about keeping tabs on the quarterback battle, Jalen Nailor catching everyone’s eye, how the new kickoff rule may impact the roster decisions, and the potential depth issues creeping up in certain position groups. All of this and more is in Episode 281 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 280 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Training Camp has officially kicked in and the news is coming out fast and furious. Musical guests Nur-D and Sean Anonymous join Gabe Henderson and Tatum Everett to preview their upcoming night practice concert on August 5th. The guys talk about their connections to the Vikings, how they became entertainers, career motivations, and looking forward to performing together. Plus, Jay Nelson joins Gabe and Tatum to break down the Christian Darrisaw signing, looming camp position battles, the organizations commitments to the memory of Khyree Jackson, and player chemistry in Brian Flores’ defense. All of this and more is in Episode 280 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Vikings Viewpoint present by U.S. Bank. We’re excited to kick off a new content series focused on players and fans talking about their most memorable Vikings experiences. To kick everything off, we figured we’d hear from some of your favorite current and Vikings Legends players who played down in the trenches. HOF Defensive Tackle John Randle, HOF Guard Randall McDaniel, OT Brian O’Neill, and EDGE Jonathan Greenard got together to talk about what it means to be a good teammate, locker room hijinks, everything that’s old is new again, and crossing items off their bucket lists. All of this and more is in the inaugural episode of Vikings Viewpoint presented by U.S. Bank

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Welcome to Episode 279 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Netflix has released their new series ‘Receiver’ and Senior Producer Tim Rumpff joins the show to talk about the entire process of working with Justin Jefferson last season. Tim discusses the rollercoaster of Justin Jefferson’s season, his experiences working with the Jefferson family, the process of working with Peyton Manning, and what’s next for the series moving forward. Plus, Senior Writer Craig Peters joins Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson to recap the 2024 offseason, preview Training Camp, discuss Harrison Smith’s longevity, and breakdown the announcement of Bobby Bryant joining the Vikings Ring of Honor. All of this and more is in Episode 279 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 278 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching! Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson welcome in Vikings Vox, Paul Allen, to give his observations from all he saw during minicamp and the Vikings offseason workouts. Paul looks at the offensive and defensive expectations, the roster adjustments made by Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, why Kevin O'Connell has revitalized the attitude in the locker room, and the keys for Sam Darnold during training camp next month. All of this and more is in Episode 278 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 277 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching! Gabe Henderson and Tatum Everett welcome in NFL Network’s Insider Tom Pelissero to breakdown all the pending storylines still looming at the end of the offseason. Tom looks at the salary cap implications of the Vikings offseason moves, Justin Jefferson’s new contract, the quarterback battle, and gives us a glimpse into how Brian Flores’ 2023 defense turned the heads of other NFL coaches. Plus, Jay Nelson joins Gabe and Tatum to look at how J.J. McCarthy plans to spend his Summer break and how the new look Ravens jerseys actually have a Vikings tie. All of this and more is in Episode 277 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 276 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching! Gabe Henderson welcomes Steve Wyche from NFL Network to help wrap up the 2024 Vikings offseason program. Steve discusses the impact of the collective offseason moves, Kevin O’Connell’s mentality going into year three, Brian Flores’ desire to continue to solidify his defense, and why he thinks the 2024 Vikings are a fashionable sleeper pick. Plus, Jay Nelson joins Gabe to talk about the next phase of the upcoming offseason, NFL.com’s biggest questions surrounding the Vikings season, and the unveiling of the latest cover athlete on this seasons #Madden25 video game. All of this and more is in Episode 276 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 275 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching! Tatum Everett and Jay Nelson welcome in Vikings wide receivers coach Keenan McCardell to the show to talk about all the news coming out of his meeting room. Coach McCardell reflects on the impact of Justin Jefferson in the locker room, being an experienced mentor leader, the differences in player vs coaching responsibilities, and how he plans to spend his time off before training camp kicks in. Plus, Tatum and Jay discuss the implications of the Jefferson contract announcement and the unveiling of the ‘winter warrior’ uniform on Thursday. All of this and more is in Episode 275 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 274 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching! Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson reconnect with Purple Insider’s Matthew Coller to get his take on everything that has happened this offseason. Matthew looks at the ongoing quarterback battle during OTA’s, the shift in team leadership, the quirky nature of the 2024 schedule, and tries to forecast the NFC North. All of this and more is in Episode 274 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 273 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching! Gabe Henderson catches up with ESPN contributor and NFL Draft Analyst Jordan Reid to discuss his post draft assessment of the Vikings roster. Jordan and Gabe revisit his pre-draft predictions, the dynamics of the Vikings quarterback room after adding in J.J. McCarthy, why Dallas Turner should be able to get comfortable in the Brian Flores scheme, and his suggestions for some possible free agent moves that the Vikings could still make. Plus, Jay Nelson joins Gabe to discuss the NFL.com predicted team starters list and how the Minnesota Timberwolves playoff success can have an influence on this Vikings team moving forward. All of this and more is in Episode 273 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 272 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! The 2024 Minnesota Vikings schedule is officially here! Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson break it all down, including the home game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium versus the New York Jets on October 6th. Presenter and former U.K. running back George Eghator (@georgeonsports) joins Gabe and Tatum to talk about the NFL’s growth internationally, the memories of watching Adrian Peterson live in 2013, getting to work with past and present Vikings players, and how he sees the upcoming matchup in London versus a familiar foe being one for the ages. Plus, Gabe, Tatum, and Jay look at the home game schedule, the upcoming QB matchups, our slate of primetime games, and why some crucial NFC North matchups will be amplified in the final month of the season. All of this and more is in Episode 272 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 271 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Vikings Rookie Minicamp is about to kickoff and The Athletic’s Kalyn Kahler joins Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson to talk about her article on ‘Prospect X’ aka Vikings 7th round draft pick, Levi Drake Rodriguez. Kalyn discusses the vetting process to identify her candidates, the importance of the support structure surrounding Levi Drake, the sacrifices he has made to get to this position, and why she feels like he has a real chance to earn a roster spot with the Vikings. Plus, the crew looks at which players will have the spotlight shining extra bright on them this weekend at rookie minicamp and what the public can learn from their first glimpses of our new prospects. All of this and more is in Episode 271 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 270 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching! Gabe Henderson and Tatum Everett catch up with special guest Billy Miller, Head Coach at IMG Academy down in Bradenton, Florida. Billy talks about his history coaching new Vikings Quarterback J.J. McCarthy, including: his initial thoughts on J.J.'s arrival to his team, the traits that have made him successful at many levels, the work ethic it takes to win, and why he believes the Vikings made the right choice in drafting J.J. McCarthy last weekend. Plus, Jay Nelson joins the crew to help breakdown all of the draft picks and undrafted free agents who could be long-term contributors for this Vikings squad. All of this and more is in Episode 270 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 269 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching! The 2024 NFL Draft has concluded and the Vikings made 5 more selections. Tatum Everett and Jay Nelson breakdown the backgrounds of the newly added talent, look ahead at some of the potential battles looming in camp, and General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah speaks to the media about their philosophies behind their choices over the weekend. All of this and more is in Episode 269 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 268 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching! The 2024 NFL Draft is finally here and the Vikings made a big splash in the 1st Round. The Vikings moved up to select both Michigan Quarterback J.J. McCarthy and elite pass rusher Dallas Turner from Alabama. Gabe Henderson, Pete Bercich, and Ron Johnson give their immediate reaction after the Vikings Miller Lite Draft Party on what these selections mean for the future, why they feel the Vikings possibly got the steal of the draft, and how these players should fit into the offensive and defensive game plans this season. All of this and more is in Episode 268 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to ‘Up Next,’ a profile of rising coaches within the Minnesota Vikings Football organization. Associate Writer Ellis Williams catches up with Defensive Assistant coach Imarjaye Albury and Safeties coach Michael Hutchings to talk about their journeys of becoming a professional football coach for the Minnesota Vikings. Both Albury and Hutchings document their early love of football, their growth while rising through the coaching ranks, what it’s like working with both rookies and veterans in the NFL, and how the Vikings coaching leadership is fostering a new era of coaching talent. All of this and more is in this episode of ‘Up Next.’

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Welcome to Episode 267 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching! We are one week away from the First Round of the 2024 NFL Draft and Vikings Vox Paul Allen joins Gabe Henderson and Jay Nelson to look ahead at all of next week’s action. Paul talks about the change in tone from the owner’s meetings until now, what the fans expectations should be going into Thursday night, what the ideal draft scenario looks like on Thursday night in Detroit, and how he thinks the starting quarterback position will play out at the beginning of the season. Plus, a portion of the Paul Allen and Kevin O’Connell interview from earlier this week is included in this episode. All of this and more is in Episode 267 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 266 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching! We are only two weeks away from the First Round of the 2024 NFL Draft and VEN Analyst Ben Leber joins Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson try to sift through all of the noise that's been swirling this week. Ben dives into all of the possible scenarios facing the Vikings as they look to possibly draft a first-round quarterback, reviews the potential to grab a top defensive prospect, and explains why he's incredibly excited to attend the 2024 Miller Lite Vikings Draft Party at U.S. Bank Stadium. All of this and more is in Episode 266 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 265 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!  We are three weeks away from the NFL Draft and the speculation is heating up.  NFL.com Analyst Bucky Brooks joins Tatum Everett from their L.A. studios as he breaks down all the hot buzz surrounding the 2024 quarterback prospects.   Bucky gives his take on the Drake Maye/J.J. McCarthy debate, where he sees the talent splits amongst the QB talent pool, gives a possible ‘value pick’ option at QB outside of the first round, and name drops a defensive player who may be in play for the Vikings late in the 1st Round.  Plus, Gabe Henderson and Jay Nelson look at NFL free agency additions and the intriguing home and road matchup ramifications for the upcoming season.  All of this and more is in Episode 265 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 264 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!  The 2024 NFL Owners Meetings have concluded and Tatum Everett gives us a full report.  Tatum caught up with ESPN Senior NFL Writer Jeremy Fowler to discuss the Vikings 2024 offseason, the tone of the NFL Owners Meetings, the Vikings giving themselves draft flexibility, how free agency moves helped reset the team, and the importance of Sam Darnold in the quarterback room.   Plus, Tatum, Gabe Henderson, and Jay Nelson discuss the effects of the new kickoff rules, the influence of the replay judges, additional coaching challenges, and more.  All of this is in Episode 264 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 263 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!  Week 2 of Free agency has continued at a blistering pace, so Gabe Henderson and Tatum Everett brought in friend of the show, Pete Bercich, to help breakdown everything that's been happening.  Pete talks about all of the Vikings key free agency signings, looks at how the moves impact the upcoming 2024 NFL Draft, gives his opinions on which potential draftee quarterbacks stand out, and why he believes resigning Harrison Smith was so important.  Plus, everyone discusses the newly announced Netflix docuseries 'Receiver' and why Justin Jefferson's inclusion is 'must watch' TV.  All of this and more is in Episode 263 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 262 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching! Jonathan Greenard makes his first visit inside TCO Studios, joining the Tatum Everett and Gabe Henderson. Jonathan discusses his recent experience signing with the Minnesota Vikings as a 2024 Free Agent and what he hopes to accomplish in the years to come in Minnesota. Plus, Ron Johnson joins the crew to discuss all of the moves made by the Vikings during the initial week of NFL free agency. All of this and more is in Episode 262 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 261 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!  The Combine is over and NFL Free Agency is about to kick in.  Gabe Henderson and Tatum Everett welcome in Assistant Director of Player Personnel Chisom Opara to the show to help breakdown what it takes to find the newest members of the 2024 Minnesota Vikings in the upcoming NFL Draft.  Chisolm reflects on the urgency needed during the evaluation process, the delicate balance of weighing both one-on-one player interviews and on-field performances, and the ways he feels the front office helps empower both he and his fellow evaluators during their extensive vetting process.  Plus, Gabe and Tatum talk about the looming roster decisions that will be made over the next few weeks and react to the news of Alexander Mattison’s release from the roster earlier this week.  All of this and more is in Episode 261 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 260 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!  The season is here, the 2024 Combine is in full swing, and Gabe Henderson and Tatum Everett are onsite in Indianapolis.  Gabe and Tatum welcome two great guests to the show: Vikings Vice President of Football Operations Demitrius Washington and Brad Spielberger from Pro Football Focus join to help break it all down.  Demitrius and Brad discuss what can be gained from attending the Combine, how teams are impacted by the increased salary cap numbers, the importance of long-term planning to get ready for free agency, and how the power of analytics has helped influence key decisions within the modern NFL.  Plus, Gabe and Tatum talk about how the Vikings are currently firmly in the national spotlight surrounding both free agency and the upcoming 2024 Draft.  All of this and more is in Episode 260 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi – Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 259 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!   It’s Combine Eve and everyone is getting ready for the festivities down in Indianapolis.   Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson welcome in ‘Voice of the Vikings,’ Paul Allen, to the show to get his takes on the biggest talkers going into the week.  Paul breaks down the Vikings biggest needs going into free agency, what the Combine provides to both the teams and prospects, what his typical Combine routine looks like, and how the next few months can impact the rest of the 2024 season. Plus, the crew talks about their own individual excitement for the Combine and the latest episode of ‘The Voyage.’   All of this and more is in Episode 259 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 258 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!  Gabe Henderson and Jay Nelson welcome KFAN personality and football fanatic, Paul 'Meatsauce' Lambert, to the show to break down Super Bowl LVIII.  Paul and the crew discuss the Chiefs back-to-back Super Bowl championships, why Paul thinks a kicker should have been the Super Bowl MVP, what he believes is the most important decision of the 2024 Vikings offseason, and why he is so passionate about the NFL Draft.  Plus, Gabe and Jay break down their own takes on Super Bowl LVIII, the announcement of some new defensive personnel duties, Josh Metellus' media blitz, and the Vikings being named 'The Best Team Name' in the NFL.  All of this and more is in Episode 258 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 257 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!  Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson welcome fellow VEN writer & editor, Lindsey Young,  to the show to break down the final week of the 2023-2024 season.  Lindsey and the crew discuss her experience covering the Pro Bowl down in Orlando, the events surrounding the Super Bowl this weekend in Las Vegas, the Super Bowl bidding process, and the biggest storylines surrounding the Vikings going into the 2024 offseason. All of this and more is in Episode 257 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 256 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!  Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson welcome fellow VEN podcast host Cy Amundson to the show to break down all of the biggest talkers kicking off the 2024 offseason.  Cy looks back at the rollercoaster of emotions he experienced during the Vikings 2023 season, reactsto both of the wild NFL Championship games, gives a Super Bowl prediction, and looks at the key offseason questions the Vikings need to answer in the coming months.   All of this and more is in Episode 256 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings Watching!

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Welcome to Episode 255 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - made for Vikings watching!  Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson are joined by good friend and WDIV reporter, Hobie Artigue.  Hobie is here to breakdown the 2023-2024 playoffs, the state of the NFC North, his role in covering the Lions season, the secret to the Lions successful turnaround, the Vikings prospects in the upcoming offseason, and what he thinks are the critical pieces to success in both championship games coming up this weekend.  All of this and more is in Episode 255 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - made for Vikings watching.

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Welcome to Episode 254 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!  The league has announced that the Vikings are heading back to London in 2024. Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson react to the London announcement, breakdown all of the Wild Card playoff fallout, look ahead at the Divisional games this weekend, and answer some fan mail from all of you.   All of this and more is in Episode 254 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings Watching!

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Welcome to Episode 253 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!  The Vikings 2023 season has come to a close following the week 18 loss at Detroit.  Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson look back at the season to hand out some individual player awards.  The crew looks back at the week 18 season finale, name their Offensive MVP's, Defensive MVP's, Rookie Of The Year, and breakdown the intriguing NFL Wild Card matchups kicking off this weekend.  All of this and more is in Episode 253 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings Watching!

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Welcome to the week 18 edition of the Vikings Postgame Report.  The Vikings finished out their 2023-2024 season at Ford Field on Sunday, falling to Detroit in a 30-20 loss.  The star of the day for the Vikings was Justin Jefferson.  Justin finished the game with 12 receptions for 192 yards and a receiving TD.  The other receiving touchdown went to Rookie Jordan Addison who finished the game with 4 receptions for 57 yards.  Addison finishes the season 2nd all-time for Vikings rookie receivers in both receptions (70) and touchdowns (tied Sammy White - 10 TD's).  Quarterback Nick Mullens went 30-for-44 passing for 396 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions.  Ty Chandler led the Vikings running game with 69 yards on 12 carries.  Defensively, Danielle Hunter recorded the lone sack and Ivan Pace jr. finished out his rookie season with a game leading 9 tackle performance.  Kicker Greg Joseph ended the game perfectly with 2 made field goals and 2 PAT conversions.  Paul Allen and Pete Bercich recap the loss, including: the Vikings final record on the season, the upcoming roster decisions the Vikings have to make this offseason, and the opportunities leading up to the start of the 2024 season.  Plus, Head Coach Kevin O'Connell and Quarterback Nick Mullens both spoke to the media at the postgame press conference.  All of this and more is in the 2023-2024 season finale edition of the Vikings Postgame Report.

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Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.  Tonight's guest is the one and only Vikings Legend Jared Allen.  Jared joinsPete Bercich and Mark Rosen to talk about life after football, his 2024 Pro Football Hall Of Fame finalist nomination, being a parent, and competing in the upcoming 2024 USA National Curling Championships.  All of this and more is in the final regular season edition of Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome to Episode 35 of The VikingsTailgate presented by Continental Diamond.  He's baaaaaaack...  Everyone's favorite Lions die-hard, Zach Martina, is back again and this time he's clinching a divisional title in his hand.  Cy Amundson and Zach talk through the unfamiliar success happening in Detroit, the controversial 2-point play in the Cowboys game, break down the NFL playoff scenarios, and the feeling that the NFC North is flipped on its head... for now.   It's Week 18, it's do-or-die, so get your popcorn ready and enjoy Episode 35 of the VikingsTailgate presented by Continental Diamond.  Also, be sure to check out Zach Martina live at Acme Comedy Co. May 15th-18th.

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Welcome to Episode 252 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings Watching!  It's the final week of the regular season and the Vikings are heading to Detroit.  Gabe Henderson and Tatum Everett welcome FOX 9's Ahmad Hicks to get his take on all of the big storylines between the Vikings and Lions at Ford Field.  The crew touches on the Vikings current playoff chances, Vikings personnel questions leading up to the game, and how the Vikings indset can help them close out the 2023 regular season with a win.  All of this and more is in Episode 252 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to the Week 17 edition of the Vikings Postgame Report.  The Vikings lost their home finale to the Green Bay Packers 33-10 on New Year's Eve at U.S. Bank Stadium.  The Packers passing game did the most damage, with Jordan Love throwing for 256 passing yards, 3 touchdowns passing, and 1 rushing touchdown.   On the other side of the ball, both Nick Mullens and rookie Jaren Hall combined for 144 passing yards, 1 touchdown, and 1 interception.  Ty Chandler led the team with 64 total yards and tight end Johnny Mundt scored the lone touchdown for the Vikings.   The Vikings wrap up their 2023 regular season next Sunday at Detroit with a noon kickoff at Ford Field.    Paul Allen and Pete Bercich recap the loss, including: switching quarterbacks at halftime, the successes had by the Packers offense, the Vikings current playoff implications, and preview the regular season finale next week in Detroit. Plus, Head Coach Kevin O'Connell spoke to the media at the postgame press conference.  All of this and more is in the 2023 Week 17 edition of the Vikings Postgame Report.

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Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.  Tonight's guest is Vikings legendary quarterback Tommy Kramer.  Tommy joins Pete Bercich and Mark Rosen to look back on his time growing up playing Texas football, the 'Miracle at the Met' Hail Mary play, the talented teammates he played with, and the feeling of game day magic.  Plus, Pete and Mark give a quick look at the final few games of the 2023 season.  All of this and more is in tonight's episode of Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome to Episode 251 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings Watching!  It's Week 17 of the season and the new year is quickly approaching.  Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson break down the upcoming final regular season home game this Sunday against Green Bay.  The crew touches on the loss to Detroit last week, their keys to success vs the Packers, the 'Pepsi - That's What I Like' elements for this weekend, and everyone's fondest memories from the 2023 season.  All of this and more is in Episode 251 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching!

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Welcome to Episode 34 of The Vikings Tailgate presented by Continental Diamond.  We're getting ready to ring in the new year and we thought it'd be best to end 2023 with an incredible guest.  Frank Caliendo joins Cy Amundson to look back on the influence of the '85 Bears while growing up in Milwaukee, the intensity of the Packers/Vikings rivalry once Randy Moss arrived, working on FOX NFL Sunday, and the evolution of Frank's famous impressions.  It's almost time to celebrate, so grab you party favors and enjoy Episode 34 of the Vikings Tailgate presented by Continental Diamond.  Also, be sure to check out frankonstage.com for all of Frank Caliendo's upcoming tour dates.

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KFAN's Mike Mussman is joined by Vikings LS Andrew DePaola on this episode of Vikings Country.

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PA hosts Xs and Os ahead of the matchup with the Packers and is joined by Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell and Asst Coach Mike Pettine!

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Welcome to the Week 16 edition of the Vikings Postgame Report.  The Vikings lose a tough one to the Lions 30-24 on Christmas Eve at U.S. Bank Stadium.  The Lions running backs did the most damage, accumulating 177 total yards of offense and three touchdowns.  The Vikings had opportunities, but the turnovers proved to be too much to overcome.  Quarterback Nick Mullens threw 22-of-36 passing for 411 yards, two touchdowns, and 4 interceptions.   Both K.J. Osborn and Justin Jefferson caught the two touchdown passes, with Jefferson led the receivers with 6 receptions for 141 yards and a score.  Defensively, Patrick Jones II tallied the lone sack for the Vikings and Josh Metellus led the team with 10 tackles.  The Vikings shift their sights to the Packers on New Years Eve for the final home game of the regular season.   Paul Allen and Pete Bercich recap the loss, including: the Lions winning their first division title in 30 years, the difference in the turnover battle, the Lions ability to stifle the Vikings rushing attack, and the impact of key injuries this season.  Plus, Head Coach Kevin O'Connell and Quarterback Nick Mullens both spoke to the media at the postgame press conference.  All of this and more is in the 2023 Week 16 edition of the Vikings Postgame Report.

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Welcome back to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.  Tonight, Mark Rosen & Pete Bercich catch up with one of the most dominant offensive linemen in recent Vikings history, Bryant McKinnie.  Bryant talks about his current business ventures, the initial advice that stuck with him from head coach Mike Tice, the experience of playing with Adrian Peterson, and the state of modern college football.  All of this and more is in tonight's edition of Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome back to the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings Watching!  250 episodes is a great milestone, so Gabe Henderson, Tatum Everett, and Jay Nelson welcome Vikings consultant Bob Hagan to talk about his 32 years working for the team.  Bob talks about the legendary friendship between Sid Hartman and Bud Grant, the importance of maintaining relationships, balancing the demands of the job, keeping a proper perspective, and his legacy.  Plus, Gabe, Tatum, and Jay break down the upcoming matchup against the Lions on Christmas Eve and the playoff implications of the potential results.  All of this and more is in Episode 250 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! - The official soft drink of the Minnesota Vikings.

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PA hosts Xs and Os ahead of the matchup with the Lions and is joined by Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell and Defensive Pass Coordinator Daronte Jones!

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KFAN's Mike Mussman is joined by Vikings OL Blake Brandel on this episode of Vikings Country.

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Welcome to Episode 33 of The Vikings Tailgate presented by Continental Diamond.  'Twas the night before Christmas and the Vikings are playing the Lions...  With the prospects of an NFC North Title dancing in their heads, Cy Amundson brings in show favorite Zach Martina to talk about the pending matchup between the Vikings and the Lions this Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium.  Zach reflects on how the Lions 2023 regular season has raised the hopes of the entire fan base, Dan Campbell's long-term contract prospects, the ascension of Sam Laporta, and the potential reactions by his family to a Lions win on Christmas Eve.  Kick back by the fire with a glass of eggnog and enjoy Episode 33 of the Vikings Tailgate presented by Continental Diamond.  Also, be sure to check out Zach Martina at Acme Comedy Co. in Minneapolis this May 15th-18th.

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Welcome back to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.  Tonight, Mark Rosen & Pete Bercich talk to one of the beloved members of 'Three Deep,' Jake Reed, about his favorite memories of playing in Minnesota.  Jake breaks down how he thinks 'Three Deep' would fair in today's NFL, the prospects of Justin Jefferson's future, traveling to the U.K. as a Viking ambassador, embracing the fans via social media, and coaching the neighborhood kids down in Dallas.  All of this and more is in tonight's edition of Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Welcome to Episode 32 of The Vikings Tailgate presented by Continental Diamond.  Check your calendars folks because we've got an early game in Cincinatti on Saturday.  To cover everything going on in the NFL, Cy Amundson welcomes his good friends Roy Wood Jr. and Alex Schubert to break it all down.   Roy, an avid Dolphins fan, joins to talk about the lunacy of their last game, potential consequences for pundits bad takes, quarterbacks fitting their fanbases, and his infamous Jay Cutler jersey incident at the Dolphins facility.  Then, Bengals diehard and season ticket holder, Alex Schubert, jumps in with Cy and producer Jay Nelson to look at the showdown on Saturday.  Alex discusses the tortured Bengals fanbase, the hope of Joe Burrow's future, and the collective excitement surrounding Jake Browning.  Belly up to the counter with a plate of spaghetti and enjoy Episode 32 of the Vikings Tailgate presented by Continental Diamond.  Also, be sure to go see Roy Wood Jr. at the Filmore Theater in Minneapolis on February 9th.  Check out his website - roywoodjr.com - for all upcoming tour dates.

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Welcome to Episode 249 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings Watching!  Week 15 and we're heading to Cincinatti for an early game on Saturday afternoon.  Gabe Henderson and Tatum Everett are joined by the Star Tribune's Ben Goessling to breakdown the current state of the Vikings as they gear up to face the Bengals at Paycor Stadium.  Ben breaks down the impressive traits of the Vikings defense, Danielle Hunter's production, the Vikings change to Nick Mullens at quarterback, the need for a strong showing by the Vikings running game, and everyone discusses the 'Pepsi - That's What I Like' keys to victory for Saturday.  All of this and more is in Episode 249 the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings Watching! - The official soft drink of the Minnesota Vikings.

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PA hosts Xs and Os ahead of the matchup with the Bengals and is joined by Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell and ILBs Coach Mike Siravo!

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KFAN's Mike Mussman is joined by Vikings Legend Randall McDaniel on this episode of Vikings Country.

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KFAN's Eric Nordquist recaps the Vikings win over the Raiders.

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Welcome to the Week 14 edition of the Vikings Postgame Report.  It was a defensive slugfest in Las Vegas as the Vikings pulled off the 3-0 victory.  Both defenses played incredibly, only giving up a combined 433 total yards to their opponents offenses.  The Vikings were able to flip the turnover battle this week, finishing +3, including a huge interception by linebacker Ivan Pace jr. deep into the 4th Quarter.  Pace also recorded a sack on the day and led the team with 13 tackles.   The three other sacks by the Vikings were recorded by D.J. Wonnum, Harrison Phillips, and Troy Dye.  Mekhi Blackmon and Jay Ward rounded out the big defensive stats for Minnesota by each recovering a fumble.  Offensively, Quarterback Josh Dobbs started the game, but Nick Mullens came in late in the 4th Quarter to lead the game winning drive.  Dobbs finished with 63 yards passing on 10 completions, while Mullens added 83 passing yards on 9 completions.   Kicker Greg Joseph was big when they needed it most, as he hit the game winning 36-yard score with 1:57 left in the game. Paul Allen and Pete Bercich recap the game, including: the incredible defensive performance, the spark provided by Nick Mullens, and the key plays supplied by the Special Teams unit. Plus, Head Coach Kevin O'Connell and Quarterback Nick Mullens both spoke to the media at the postgame press conference.  All of this and more is in the 2023 Week 14 edition of the Vikings Postgame Report.

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