The Alec Lewis Show
By Alec Lewis
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Alec Lewis, the Minnesota Vikings beat writer at The Athletic, hosts a twice-weekly podcast. He'll talk about the latest Vikings news. He'll analyze training camp practices and in-season games. He'll chat with players, coaches, team personnel, media members, family members and notable Vikings fans about the 2024 season and beyond.
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Vikings offensive plan changes, 2026 draft priorities, cap space levers and more: Ep. 134 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Dec 10, 2025 |
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Ben Leber talks QB J.J. McCarthy, Vikings offense, Commanders matchup and more: Ep. 133 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Dec 04, 2025 |
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J.J. McCarthy’s return, QB options for 2026, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and more Vikings intel: Ep. 132 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Dec 02, 2025 |
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J.J. McCarthy’s concussion, Max Brosmer’s opportunity and more Vikings intel: Ep. 131 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Nov 24, 2025 |
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More J.J. McCarthy mechanics intel & Vikings-Packers preview w/ The Athletic's Matt Schneidman: Ep. 130 | Presented By First Resource Bank
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Nov 20, 2025 |
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J.J. McCarthy’s mechanics, what the Vikings knew when they drafted him and more from listener mailbag: Ep. 129 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Nov 18, 2025 |
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The Athletic’s Kevin Fishbain predicts Vikings-Bears and talks Caleb Williams vs. J.J. McCarthy: Ep. 128 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Nov 14, 2025 |
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Vikings film review talking J.J. McCarthy’s accuracy, Kevin O’Connell’s run game and more: Ep. 127 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Nov 11, 2025 |
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Vikings analyst Pete Bercich talks Vikings-Ravens, J.J. McCarthy’s return, Kyle Hamilton and more: Ep. 126 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Nov 06, 2025 |
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Vikings trade deadline thoughts, J.J. McCarthy return takeaways and more: Ep. 125 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Nov 05, 2025 |
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The Athletic’s Colton Pouncy previews Vikings-Lions, talks Brad Holmes’s draft strategy and more: Ep. 124 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Oct 30, 2025 |
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Carson Wentz’s surgery, J.J. McCarthy’s return and mini-bye thoughts: Ep. 123 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Oct 28, 2025 |
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The Athletic’s Daniel Popper previews Vikings-Chargers, talks Minnesota’s weird statistical profile and more : Ep. 122 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Oct 22, 2025 |
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The Athletic’s Zach Berman previews Vikings-Eagles, talks Carson Wentz’s past and more: Ep. 121 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Oct 17, 2025 |
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Yahoo! Sports’s Nate Tice talks J.J. McCarthy’s pre-draft evaluation, his early-season play and more: Ep. 120 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Oct 15, 2025 |
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J.J. McCarthy’s health and mechanics, the Vikings’ run defense and more: Ep. 119 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Oct 14, 2025 |
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KFAN’s Paul Allen talks Vikings OL situation, Browns game, London trip and more: Ep. 118 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Oct 04, 2025 |
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Podcast from London! Injury nuggets, quick game conversation, Browns matchup and more: Ep. 117 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Oct 01, 2025 |
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Podcast from Dublin! Talking J.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz, Vikings-Steelers and more: Ep. 116 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Sep 25, 2025 |
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Isaiah Rodgers’s all-timer, Carson Wentz, Dallas Turner and more Vikings thoughts: Ep. 115 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Sep 23, 2025 |
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The Athletic’s Paul Dehner Jr. talks Vikings-Bengals, Carson Wentz vs. Jake Browning, Christian Darrisaw and more: Ep. 114 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Sep 18, 2025 |
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J.J. McCarthy's ankle injury, the abysmal offense and Carson Wentz: Ep. 113 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Sep 15, 2025 |
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Vikings-Falcons matchup and J.J. McCarthy vs. Michael Penix Jr. with Read Optional’s Jon Ledyard: Ep. 112 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Sep 13, 2025 |
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J.J. McCarthy’s debut, Brian Flores’s plan vs. Caleb Williams, run game and more: Ep. 111 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Sep 10, 2025 |
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The Athletic's Kevin Fishbain previews Vikings-Bears, talks Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson: Ep. 110 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Sep 06, 2025 |
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Vikings analyst Pete Bercich talks Vikings-Bears matchup, Ben Johnson, Caleb Williams, J.J. McCarthy’s debut and more: Ep. 109 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Sep 03, 2025 |
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Brian Flores’s strategy shift for 2025? How will his Vikings defense be different? MatchQuarters’ Cody Alexander explains: Ep. 108 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Sep 01, 2025 |
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KFAN’s Paul Allen talks 53-man roster, Adam Thielen, cuts, potential additions and more: Ep. 107 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Aug 26, 2025 |
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Vikings receiver options, Adam Thielen, other 53-man roster questions and more: Ep. 106
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Aug 24, 2025 |
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Harrison Phillips trade, and what might be next for the Vikings: Ep. 105 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Aug 21, 2025 |
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Max Brosmer, QB2 conversation and latest 53-man roster projection: Ep. 104 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Aug 18, 2025 |
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Ben Leber talks Vikings-Patriots joint practices, J.J. McCarthy and more: Ep. 103 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Aug 14, 2025 |
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J.J. McCarthy evaluation from training camp and more Vikings thoughts in Q&A: Ep. 102 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Aug 08, 2025 |
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J.J. McCarthy’s performance in Vikings training camp and other takeaways with Pioneer Press’s Dane Mizutani: Ep. 101 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Aug 04, 2025 |
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Vikings legend Harrison Smith talks flying planes, what’s special about gameday and Brian Flores’s defense: Ep. 100 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jul 31, 2025 |
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Paul Charchian talks sneakiest fantasy football pick in NFL, J.J. McCarthy and Jeff Okudah: Ep. 99 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jul 25, 2025 |
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We’re back! Sights and sounds from the first day of Vikings training camp: Ep. 98 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jul 24, 2025 |
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Vikings analyst Pete Bercich talks J.J. McCarthy's magnetism, the cornerback room and more: Ep. 97 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jul 18, 2025 |
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What are the 10 things Alec is excited to see in Vikings training camp? Ep. 96 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jul 15, 2025 |
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J.J. McCarthy’s arm, the next iteration of Brian Flores’s defense and more with Ollie Connolly: Ep. 95 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jul 10, 2025 |
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ESPN’s Mina Kimes talks 2025 Vikings roster, J.J. McCarthy pressure and more: Ep. 94 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jul 02, 2025 |
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KFAN’s Eric Nordquist talks realistic expectations for J.J. McCarthy and more: Ep. 93 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jun 25, 2025 |
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The Athletic’s Matt Schneidman talks Jordan Love, Matt LaFleur, Packers CB room and more: Ep. 92 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jun 20, 2025 |
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Josh Metellus’s extension, J.J. McCarthy’s arm, Mr. Mankato players to watch and more: Ep. 91 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jun 17, 2025 |
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ESPN’s Kevin Seifert talks J.J. McCarthy, Josh Metellus and Vikings minicamp: Ep. 90 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jun 13, 2025 |
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Vikings minicamp reaction: Who made the play of the day? What else stood out? Ep. 89 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jun 10, 2025 |
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How will the Vikings’ offense evolve in 2025? Coach and author Bobby Peters provides thoughts: Ep. 88 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jun 05, 2025 |
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Another J.J. McCarthy practice report, more OTA tidbits and the Jalen Ramsey convo: Ep. 87 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jun 02, 2025 |
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How’d J.J. McCarthy look at OTAs? What else stood out? Ep. 86 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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May 29, 2025 |
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What excites KFAN’s Paul Allen most about the possibilities for 2025? Ep. 85 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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May 22, 2025 |
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Odds Caleb Williams forced his way to Minnesota, and early Vikings-Bears opener thoughts with The Athletic’s Kevin Fishbain: Ep. 84 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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May 19, 2025 |
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Vikings schedule prediction, toughest stretch, favorite games and more: Ep. 83 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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May 15, 2025 |
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What’s the best-case scenario for J.J. McCarthy in 2025? The Athletic’s Robert Mays offers thoughts: Ep. 82 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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May 10, 2025 |
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Who is Pete Bercich’s favorite Vikings pick? What’s most to like about Donovan Jackson? Ep. 81 | Presented By First Resource Bank
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May 05, 2025 |
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How should we grade the Vikings’ draft? Who are the most interesting UDFAs? ALL CITY’s Fran Duffy offers thoughts: Ep. 80 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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May 01, 2025 |
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Minnesota Vikings roster nuggets: J.J. McCarthy’s workout, UDFA players to watch and more (Ep. 79) | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Apr 29, 2025 |
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Minnesota Vikings draft nuggets: Donovan Jackson pick, trade back conversation, Day 2 names to monitor and more (Ep. 78) | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Apr 25, 2025 |
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ESPN’s Jordan Reid reacts to Vikings draft predictions and explains his own picks for Minnesota: Ep. 77 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Apr 21, 2025 |
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What do the Minnesota Vikings have to do in the NFL draft to make fans happy? W/ KFAN’s Paul “Meatsauce” Lambert: Ep. 76 | Presented by First Resource...
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Apr 17, 2025 |
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Vikings QB2 decision: Ryan Tannehill, Aidan O’Connell or who? And when? (Ep. 75) | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Apr 15, 2025 |
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The Athletic’s Dane Brugler talks favorite prospects for Vikings at No. 24 and late-round Brian Flores fits: Ep. 74 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Apr 10, 2025 |
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LIVE Q&A: Vikings trade back scenarios, safety fits at top and in middle rounds and more (Ep. 73) | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Apr 10, 2025 |
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Which interior offensive lineman makes most sense for the Vikings? A conversation with Brandon Thorn: Ep. 72 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Apr 07, 2025 |
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Vikings nuggets from the NFL owner’s meetings on draft plans, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah extension talk and more: Ep. 71 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Apr 02, 2025 |
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Vikings draft favorites, potential trade partners and comp picks with Over The Cap’s Nick Korte: Ep. 70 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Mar 24, 2025 |
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Let’s talk Vikings additions, shall we? Ryan Kelly, Will Fries, Jordan Mason and more: Ep. 69 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Mar 21, 2025 |
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Vikings free agency nuggets: Jordan Mason trade, Aaron Rodgers timeline and more (Ep. 68) | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Mar 18, 2025 |
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Vikings free agency nuggets: Aaron Rodgers conversation, other potential additions and more (Ep. 67) | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Mar 12, 2025 |
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Vikings free agency nuggets: Jonathan Allen, Will Fries, Javon Hargrave and ... QB? (Ep. 66 w/ Pete Bercich) | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Mar 11, 2025 |
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The Athletic’s Dianna Russini talks Sam Darnold’s market, price tag, J.J. McCarthy and more: Ep. 65 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Mar 06, 2025 |
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Purple Daily’s Judd Zulgad talks Sam Darnold and franchise tag, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, free agency and more: Ep. 64 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Mar 05, 2025 |
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Vikings analyst Pete Bercich talks Sam Darnold’s future, free agent priorities, run game and more: Ep. 63 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Mar 03, 2025 |
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Trey Smith, guard market, Byron Murphy Jr. and more Vikings nuggets from NFL Combine: Ep. 62 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Feb 27, 2025 |
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Vikings thoughts from the NFL Scouting Combine in Indy: Sam Darnold, free agent priorities and more (Ep. 61) | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Feb 25, 2025 |
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Draft expert Fran Duffy gives thoughts on best fits for Vikings in 2025 NFL Draft: Ep. 60 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Feb 20, 2025 |
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Vikings free agent targets, first-round running back possibility, creating cap space and more: Ep. 59 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Feb 18, 2025 |
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Vikings mock draft 1.0: One trade, six picks, three trench players and more (Ep. 58) | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Feb 13, 2025 |
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Vikings biggest positional need, Milton Wlliams interest, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah extension and more: Ep. 57 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Feb 11, 2025 |
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Former Vikings GM Rick Spielman talks draft strategy, Justin Jefferson pick, 2025 QB & more: Ep. 56 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Feb 06, 2025 |
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Vikings draft names to watch, Sam Darnold tag options, Cooper Kupp and more Q&A: Ep. 55 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Feb 04, 2025 |
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Coach Dan Casey talks Kevin O’Connell’s offense, in-game adjustments, quick game and more: Ep. 54 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jan 31, 2025 |
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Vikings 10-step offseason plan: Free agent options, quarterback plan, draft and more (Ep. 53) | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jan 29, 2025 |
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What do the Minnesota Vikings have to do this offseason to make fans happy? W/ KFAN’s Eric Nordquist: Ep. 52 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jan 24, 2025 |
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Kevin O’Connell extension thoughts, breaking down every Vikings free agent and more: Ep. 51 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jan 22, 2025 |
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Vikings most important questions: Interior OL, Brian Flores, Run game and J.J. McCarthy — Ep. 50 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jan 16, 2025 |
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Vikings analyst Pete Bercich talks Sam Darnold’s play, keys to Rams playoffs game and more: Ep. 49 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jan 09, 2025 |
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Sam Darnold’s response, red-zone running, Lions/Rams defensive gameplans and more: Ep. 48 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Jan 07, 2025 |
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The Athletic’s Colton Pouncy previews Vikings vs. Lions, talks Detroit’s offense, Justin Jefferson plan and more: Ep. 47 | Presented by First Resource...
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Jan 03, 2025 |
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Vikings-Packers thoughts, one Sam Darnold future point I have not heard and more: Ep. 46 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Dec 30, 2024 |
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The Athletic’s Matt Schneidman previews Vikings vs. Packers, talks Jaire Alexander’s health, Josh Jacobs and more: Ep. 45 | Presented by First Resourc...
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Dec 26, 2024 |
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The truth about Sam Darnold’s play, what the Vikings will do regarding his future and more: Ep. 44 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Dec 23, 2024 |
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Vikings analyst Pete Bercich talks keys for team down stretch, Seahawks matchup and more: Ep. 43 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Dec 20, 2024 |
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Josh McCown’s impact, Brian Flores’ future, contract extensions and more: Ep. 42 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Dec 18, 2024 |
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Ben Leber talks Sam Darnold’s future, Kevin O’Connell, concerns down stretch and more: Ep. 41 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Dec 12, 2024 |
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Sam Darnold’s future, Kevin O’Connell extension thoughts and more: Ep. 40 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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ESPN’s Jordan Reid talks Vikings’ drafts with Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, Dallas Turner and more: Ep. 39 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Dec 06, 2024 |
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KFAN’s Paul Allen talks Kirk Cousins’ return, Vikings’ NFC North chances and more: Ep. 38 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Dec 04, 2024 |
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Sam Darnold’s recent play, Vikings one-score game win narrative, 2025 free agents and more: Ep. 37 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Dec 02, 2024 |
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Kyler Murray vs. Sam Darnold? A Vikings-Cardinals preview w/ PHNX’s Craig Morgan: Ep. 36 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Nov 30, 2024 |
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Daniel Jones conversation, Kevin O’Connell’s play-calling and more: Ep. 35 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Nov 25, 2024 |