Best Podcast Episodes About Minnesota Vikings
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Updated: Apr 02, 2026 – 32 episodes
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“… It's a bit confusing as a strategy for this team. Okay. How about the Steelers? He signed with the Steelers then. Okay. All right. Marvin? The Vikings. Good guess. Nope. That's saucy, though. Yeah. How about the Rams? According to his agent, Kirk Cousins has signed with the Raiders. What? Okay. The Las Vegas Raiders? I checked. They're still in Vegas. Okay. What? I'm good with it. Why? Because I don't want Mendoza, if he's not ready to start right away, and even if he does start right away, you've got Kirk Cousins there. He knows that he's not going to be starting. The future is right there, …”
“… game. Okay. Aaron Rodgers is coming back. Okay. Kirk Cousins has signed a contract for next season. Okay. Whom has he signed a contract with? Todd? The Browns adding yet another quarterback. Okay. All right. Satan? This was described as lightly saucy. It's a bit confusing as a strategy for this team. Okay. How about the Steelers? He signed with the Steelers then. Okay. All right. Marvin? The Vikings. Good guess. Nope. That's saucy, though. Yeah. How about the Rams? According to his agent, Kirk Cousins has signed with the Raiders. What? Okay. The Las Vegas Raiders? I checked. They're still in Vegas. Okay. What? I'm good with it. Why? Because I don't want Mendoza, if he's not ready to start right away, and even if he does start right away, you've got Kirk Cousins there. He knows that he's not going to be starting. The future is right there, Fernando Mendoza. He knows that. Kirk Cousins, be a great soldier there. I'm okay with that. Yeah. I have a problem with it. What? Why do you have a problem with that? Why? Why are you going to take the quarterback number one overall and then have him immediately step into the king of quarterback controversies There no controversy here No there is …”
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Kirk Cousins has signed a surprising contract with the Las Vegas Raiders, raising questions about their quarterback strategy. With the potential for Cousins to mentor rookie Fernando Mendoza, the Raiders might be positioning themselves to trade down from the number one pick instead of drafting a new starter. This unexpected move could reshape the team's future and their approach to the upcoming season.
“… up things. We had a vantage point from the field level at the senior bowl, watching him get better every single day. Picking up, I think it was the Minnesota Vikings, one of their coaches was the quarterback coach that week, doing a really nice job with some of the footwork stuff but also picking up like where your eyes are supposed to be when i watch him right i'm watching a guy that like he he lacks the line of scrimmage conviction he doesn't have the pre-snap indicators or post-snap coverage awareness of a ty simpson or a garrett nussmeyer who by the way grew up with a football in their hands at …”
“Okay. It's not right yet. Smart guy. Picked up things. We had a vantage point from the field level at the senior bowl, watching him get better every single day. Picking up, I think it was the Minnesota Vikings, one of their coaches was the quarterback coach that week, doing a really nice job with some of the footwork stuff but also picking up like where your eyes are supposed to be when i watch him right i'm watching a guy that like he he lacks the line of scrimmage conviction he doesn't have the pre-snap indicators or post-snap coverage awareness of a ty simpson or a garrett nussmeyer who by the way grew up with a football in their hands at practices for simpson It's a dad who's 20 years head coach at what? Middle Tennessee state or UT, Tennessee Martin. Yeah. Yeah. UT Martin and us Myers. Dad is an NFL quarterback turned quarterbacks coach, turn OC now with the saints. But his mental process isn't there. He doesn't understand what he's looking at in terms of coverage assignments and what, …”
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Taylen Green, an Arkansas quarterback, possesses immense talent but struggles with mental processing on the field. To transform his game, he needs a coach who can overhaul his understanding of coverage and provide the time to develop. With the right mentorship, he could become a top draft pick, potentially mirroring the success of quarterbacks like Jalen Hurts.
“Eric, you were born in California You played in college at UCLA And then you're drafted and you play 8-9 years in Minnesota Was there any part of you that You're living your dream But you're also in Minnesota Get a little cold out there for you Why you gotta hate on Minnesota? It's freezing up there It's a beautiful place here It's cold I tell people all the time I didn't own a jacket before I moved to Minnesota I didn't know what to expect I didn't know that there was a city. I didn't really know anything about Minnesota. I knew it was cold, and I knew that it was …”
“Eric, you were born in California You played in college at UCLA And then you're drafted and you play 8-9 years in Minnesota Was there any part of you that You're living your dream But you're also in Minnesota Get a little cold out there for you Why you gotta hate on Minnesota? It's freezing up there It's a beautiful place here It's cold I tell people all the time I didn't own a jacket before I moved to Minnesota I didn't know what to expect I didn't know that there was a city. I didn't really know anything about Minnesota. I knew it was cold, and I knew that it was on a different part of the coast. And I'm, you know, not on any coast, actually, but, you know, a different part of the earth than I'm used to being on. So it completely exceeded all my expectations as far as, you know, organization and just joining the team early and being able to contribute and the defense fit, you know, my style of play and, you …”
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Minnesota Vikings players, including linebacker Eric Kendricks, embrace the cold by enjoying bird scooters in downtown Minneapolis during the offseason. Coming from California, Kendricks was surprised by the vibrant city life and the camaraderie he found with teammates while riding along the Mississippi River. This unexpected pastime showcases how NFL players find fun and connection off the field, even in freezing temperatures.
“… trying to take down our government. They should be extradited and tried for sedition. 1,000%. 500 groups, $3 billion in revenue. Some of them are Minnesota Indivisible, National Well-Heeled Democrat Political Advocacy Organization, funded by George Soros, the lead coordinator for the protests. You've got Radical Network of Socialists and Communist Organizations, funded by Neville Roy Singham, an American tech tycoon and avowed communists living in China. Here's an example in New York City. This is not protected speech. This is seditious speech. Everyone who attended this rally and said this needs …”
“… a lot of different people in this group. The only thing that is not surprising, I'm reading from a Gateway Pundit, is that these groups are linked to Marxism and bringing about revolution. This is why those two individuals need to be extradited for trying to take down our government. They should be extradited and tried for sedition. 1,000%. 500 groups, $3 billion in revenue. Some of them are Minnesota Indivisible, National Well-Heeled Democrat Political Advocacy Organization, funded by George Soros, the lead coordinator for the protests. You've got Radical Network of Socialists and Communist Organizations, funded by Neville Roy Singham, an American tech tycoon and avowed communists living in China. Here's an example in New York City. This is not protected speech. This is seditious speech. Everyone who attended this rally and said this needs to be investigated. And if you're not here as a legal citizen, or even if you are a naturalized citizen, you should be removed. Working class revolution. Working class revolution. Working class revolution. Solution. There is only one solution. Communist revolution. Yeah, only one solution. Communist revolution. I don't know if you know this, but …”
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Protests may be driven by a network of 500 groups with a staggering $3 billion budget, allegedly funded by influential figures like George Soros. This funding not only supports protests but also aligns with revolutionary socialist politics aimed at destabilizing the American government. The implications of this financial backing raise serious questions about the motives behind these movements and their political influence.
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In this gripping segment from a historical fantasy tale, Tom, a court fool, unexpectedly saves King Edward during a fierce battle against Duke Geoffrey's rebels. As chaos unfolds, Tom's bravery transforms him from a mere jester into a loyal ally, earning him the king's gratitude and a place back in favor. This moment highlights the themes of loyalty and redemption amidst the backdrop of war's brutal consequences.
“… it's his name, but he spent many years with the state just talking about how it's sort of baked into these policies, like a grant, for example. Minnesota gives out billions of dollars in grants every year, and right in the policy, as he walked us through on my podcast recently, It says you only you have to give them a heads up, you know, for a site visit. You only have to basically audit one quarter out of eight. You know, their financials only have to look good for a short period of time. Just all of these things that it doesn't seem it's sort of designed for fraud. There's a lack of guardrails …”
“… think it's hard to argue. Congresswoman Omar seems to have known about this as well. There's an awful lot of them, and it has been kind of out in the open for such a long, long time. Actually, I just recently interviewed another whistleblower, Joe Bakke, it's his name, but he spent many years with the state just talking about how it's sort of baked into these policies, like a grant, for example. Minnesota gives out billions of dollars in grants every year, and right in the policy, as he walked us through on my podcast recently, It says you only you have to give them a heads up, you know, for a site visit. You only have to basically audit one quarter out of eight. You know, their financials only have to look good for a short period of time. Just all of these things that it doesn't seem it's sort of designed for fraud. There's a lack of guardrails in place right in the policies. You would think that the average Minnesota would be very, very upset about it because there are a lot of hardworking people in the state of Minnesota. You look at northern Minnesota, all of the manufacturing, all of the farming up there, people who live paycheck to paycheck if they get a paycheck at all, and you've …”
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Minnesota's daycare fraud is so rampant that some centers operate without any children while their owners drive luxury cars. Whistleblower Joe Bakke reveals that state policies are designed with loopholes that facilitate this corruption, leaving honest citizens outraged. With federal investigations underway, the impact of this fraud is finally being scrutinized.
“… job. Yeah. So that means that J.J. would have to be that superior in camp, that much of a difference maker in camp. And that's what you'd want as a Minnesota fan, as a long-term solution at the position. Kyler, okay, if Kyler succeeds, that's all. Awesome. How far does that go, and then how many years? Do you want to make a big financial guarantee to Kyler? Right. I think he's perfect for the Vikings. Sorry, Vikings fans. He is the perfect quarterback to get you to the playoffs. End of the road there. He's not going to win a Super Bowl, Kyler, is he? Yeah, the one playoff experience with Kyler …”
“That's what they should want. Kyler to lose? Yeah, because that means J.J. McCarthy is really stepped up. Because I don't think of it. I think if it's close, it's Kyler's job. Yeah. So that means that J.J. would have to be that superior in camp, that much of a difference maker in camp. And that's what you'd want as a Minnesota fan, as a long-term solution at the position. Kyler, okay, if Kyler succeeds, that's all. Awesome. How far does that go, and then how many years? Do you want to make a big financial guarantee to Kyler? Right. I think he's perfect for the Vikings. Sorry, Vikings fans. He is the perfect quarterback to get you to the playoffs. End of the road there. He's not going to win a Super Bowl, Kyler, is he? Yeah, the one playoff experience with Kyler Murray was... That was one of the worst games of a quarterback that we have ever seen in the playoffs. Aaron Donald had his way. Yeah, Kyler and the Cardinals did nothing in that game. Fantasy yeah I mean it great for the potential of Justin Jefferson to be back or Jordan Addison For the offense in general you really didn have a lot of hope very often …”
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The Minnesota Vikings face a critical choice at quarterback: should they root for Kyler Murray to lose in camp? This scenario suggests that if J.J. McCarthy excels, he could become the long-term solution for the franchise, while Kyler may only lead them to playoff appearances without a Super Bowl win. The stakes are high for Vikings fans as they navigate this pivotal decision.
“… he grew up a diehard fan of the team and cried when Brett far through it in the intercession uh, in the 2009 championship game, genuine fan of Randy Vikings gear through and through a lot of purple in my household. Hmm. I mean, I mean, consider he's a Texas kid. You'd have thought, you know, the Cowboys, you'd have thought the Houston Texans, but he said, Hey, I'm a vice. I mean everybody has a story everybody has a story for some reason when they go to a new team for some reason when they were young that was their favorite team for some reason listen if I see a picture of Kyler Murray and some …”
“… johnson there might be kyle shanahan might be that that system you spend a lot of time up in front of the center, but for the most part now, these guys are in, you know, they got zone read stuff calling They taking shotgun snaps Yeah Yeah Kyler said he grew up a diehard fan of the team and cried when Brett far through it in the intercession uh, in the 2009 championship game, genuine fan of Randy Vikings gear through and through a lot of purple in my household. Hmm. I mean, I mean, consider he's a Texas kid. You'd have thought, you know, the Cowboys, you'd have thought the Houston Texans, but he said, Hey, I'm a vice. I mean everybody has a story everybody has a story for some reason when they go to a new team for some reason when they were young that was their favorite team for some reason listen if I see a picture of Kyler Murray and some Minnesota Vikings stuff when he was a little kid I bleed out we definitely were Steelers fans in my household because I took a picture I think it might have been third grade in a Franco Harris jersey yeah so hey hey this is gonna be this is gonna be perfect time for cow yeah because oh because you know guys all he has to do is just play well you see …”
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Kyler Murray, the Arizona Cardinals quarterback, was a diehard Minnesota Vikings fan as a child, even crying when they lost the 2009 championship game. This passion for the Vikings shaped his early football experiences and highlights the unique stories behind players' loyalties. As he navigates his own contract negotiations, his childhood fandom adds a personal touch to his journey in the NFL.
“… either. I think it's fucking insane that you were the WWE champion at 24 years old and you're like, ah, I'm going to step away. And then you went to Minnesota Vikings training camp and you'd never played football in your entire life and you were the last cut on the team i played high school ball but i that was it i played high school ball i wasn't a i mean i wasn't like i said i wasn't that great of a i was a late bloom kid man i didn't you know so yeah it is crazy it was i i i think more you know they gave me the opportunity because i was a low i was a hometown hero there already and they they did me a huge …”
“… mean? and I was feeling like I still had some athletic endeavors inside. So that's why I stepped away from it. And then I tried my hand in the NFL, uh, you know, had a cup of coffee there, maybe just a half a cup, but we can't just glance over that either. I think it's fucking insane that you were the WWE champion at 24 years old and you're like, ah, I'm going to step away. And then you went to Minnesota Vikings training camp and you'd never played football in your entire life and you were the last cut on the team i played high school ball but i that was it i played high school ball i wasn't a i mean i wasn't like i said i wasn't that great of a i was a late bloom kid man i didn't you know so yeah it is crazy it was i i i think more you know they gave me the opportunity because i was a low i was a hometown hero there already and they they did me a huge solid by at least giving me the opportunity and then and they kind of turned into reality as i got into camp and i was doing all right and then they wanted to send me to europe and i just i had already been on the road for four years and knew that that wasn't gonna get you know something and then and then i went to wrestle in japan to make some …”
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Brock Lesnar, at just 24, was the youngest WWE Champion in history, but he walked away from it all to pursue a career in the NFL and later discovered MMA. Despite his success, he felt unprepared for the grueling lifestyle and pain that came with wrestling, leading him to seek new challenges. His journey highlights the importance of confidence and the willingness to take risks, even when it means leaving behind a lucrative contract.
“… just like, yeah, we got to figure it out. They put two five stars downtown. Yeah. Yeah. Contraction criticism for sure, but Memphis, get well soon. Minnesota going to the East though that would be scary especially if Anthony Edwards ever thinks about leaving going anywhere else he going to a conference now to where some of those superstars are aging and he I mean you got Cade Cunningham who young out there and stuff like that But Minnesota and the East could contend today They could be the number one seed for real Nothing be here? You got Boston. You got Detroit. You got the East. Is that East …”
“Can we build new hotels? Yeah. The niggas was sick of the Conrad. Yeah, the Conrad. Before that, that was an Omni, so they're just like, yeah, we got to figure it out. They put two five stars downtown. Yeah. Yeah. Contraction criticism for sure, but Memphis, get well soon. Minnesota going to the East though that would be scary especially if Anthony Edwards ever thinks about leaving going anywhere else he going to a conference now to where some of those superstars are aging and he I mean you got Cade Cunningham who young out there and stuff like that But Minnesota and the East could contend today They could be the number one seed for real Nothing be here? You got Boston. You got Detroit. You got the East. Is that East schedule, bro? They could, bro. It's just James Harden back. Nah, bro. Anthony Edwards could put in the East. Where he playing? Yeah, he going to be. MVP. You got the Pistons right now out east for 9-19. You playing these teams twice? True. More than twice. A couple of them. As long as the Patriots get an easy division, I'm all for it. Let's go ahead …”
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The Minnesota Timberwolves could become the top seed in the Eastern Conference if they were to switch leagues, especially with rising star Anthony Edwards leading the charge. With aging competitors and a young, dynamic roster, they have the potential to outperform teams like the Detroit Pistons and the Orlando Magic. The NBA's expansion plans, including a team in Seattle, could further shake up the league's dynamics and bring excitement to new markets.
“… teams I haven't seen any reports on this, but he talked about Kyler Murray getting on a Zoom call. He was going to do a one-year deal with Minnesota, but he kind of wants to know where his future is going to be after this. Now, I don't know if that happened or not, but Ross brought that up, that maybe he's talking to between three and five teams about more than just one year. If I'm Kyler Murray, I worry about this year, because if you take care of business this year, you're not going to have to worry about where you're going to be the following year. Here is the question posed to Kyler …”
“Whew Let me talk about Kyler Murray for a moment I don think it was a surprise but I thought Ross Tucker bringing up something yesterday where he said that Kyler Murray was going to be interviewing teams I haven't seen any reports on this, but he talked about Kyler Murray getting on a Zoom call. He was going to do a one-year deal with Minnesota, but he kind of wants to know where his future is going to be after this. Now, I don't know if that happened or not, but Ross brought that up, that maybe he's talking to between three and five teams about more than just one year. If I'm Kyler Murray, I worry about this year, because if you take care of business this year, you're not going to have to worry about where you're going to be the following year. Here is the question posed to Kyler Murray after signing with the Vikings. Do you view this as you're coming in as the starting quarterback? Do you view this as a competition? Yeah, no. Like I said, I'm just grateful for the opportunity. Grateful for the opportunity. I look forward to coming in and competing, getting to learn the offense, getting to be with Coach O'Connell. Obviously, …”
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Kyler Murray's potential move to the Vikings is seen as a positive change that could significantly improve the team's performance, especially given their past struggles with quarterback play.
“But first, an update from the great Dan Byer. What up, DB? Guys, the news broke a little while ago. The Minnesota Vikings just made it official. They have signed free agent quarterback Kyler Murray to a contract. Reports say it's a one-year deal. No words yet on the financial terms of the deal. But Kyler Murray is now a member of the Minnesota Vikings. Other news from the NFL, the 49ers are signing free agent linebacker Dre Greenlaw to a one-year contract. New 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans had this to say earlier today on why he joined the 49ers after 12 years in …”
“But first, an update from the great Dan Byer. What up, DB? Guys, the news broke a little while ago. The Minnesota Vikings just made it official. They have signed free agent quarterback Kyler Murray to a contract. Reports say it's a one-year deal. No words yet on the financial terms of the deal. But Kyler Murray is now a member of the Minnesota Vikings. Other news from the NFL, the 49ers are signing free agent linebacker Dre Greenlaw to a one-year contract. New 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans had this to say earlier today on why he joined the 49ers after 12 years in Tampa. A team that always compete, even with the injuries last year. I think they went 13-4. I mean, I feel like they were one piece away, and I think that I'm that piece, and I look forward to coming here and proving that. There you go, Rich. Oh, man, I like that passion. Go Mike Evans! Atwell came to terms on a contract, and the Cincinnati …”
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The Minnesota Vikings have officially signed free agent quarterback Kyler Murray to a one-year contract, marking a significant shift for the player. Meanwhile, Mike Evans explains his move to the 49ers, seeing himself as the missing piece for a team that nearly reached the playoffs last season. These moves could reshape the NFL landscape as teams gear up for the upcoming season.
“… just a really – it's like if you want a backup quarterback after Ty Simpson and Mendoza, this is possibly your draft. How does Kyler Murray work in Minnesota? Yeah, that's a great one. I really like it a lot, to be honest with you. I think the second that, you know, KOC signed Kyler and then re-signed Carson Wentz, like I just think J.J. McCarthy is going to be quarterback three and could be, you know, on the move in the draft if someone will take him. Like, I just I don't think his as far as as as, you know, J.J. McCarthy goes, I think his time with Minnesota sort of probably done. Now, with Kyler, …”
“… if you feel really good about developing, I'm not going to say he's going to come in and play right away, but if you develop them, high-level backup can be a starter. And then obviously like Carson Beck, I think like there's hit or miss on him. It's just a really – it's like if you want a backup quarterback after Ty Simpson and Mendoza, this is possibly your draft. How does Kyler Murray work in Minnesota? Yeah, that's a great one. I really like it a lot, to be honest with you. I think the second that, you know, KOC signed Kyler and then re-signed Carson Wentz, like I just think J.J. McCarthy is going to be quarterback three and could be, you know, on the move in the draft if someone will take him. Like, I just I don't think his as far as as as, you know, J.J. McCarthy goes, I think his time with Minnesota sort of probably done. Now, with Kyler, here's what is really good about Kyler, because I like the way he plays, but he's very much. I want to do it myself type quarterback. Right. So, like, I'm going to put it all on me. I'm going to do all this. He doesn't have to do that anymore. Like you look at the offensive system he's going to, plus the playmakers around him. If KOC can get him …”
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Kyler Murray could redefine the Vikings' offense by embracing a more team-oriented play style. With the right coaching and talented playmakers around him, he won't need to shoulder the entire burden anymore. This shift could elevate his performance and transform Minnesota's quarterback dynamics.
“… a filthy deal in Ukraine, shame on him. Finally, Tom, I want to ask you about your column that you have. It is out this morning. It is called How Minnesota Beat Trump. You spent time in Minnesota, which is your home state. And I want to read a little bit of what you had to say You say the world looks more like Minnesota today than ever before And so the great governing challenge in Minnesota to my mind is a microcosm of the great governing challenge facing America today Can we make out of many one? Our great national project since our founding, when the many is now so much more diverse, even more …”
“… prevent Russia from coming back. And Ukraine gets to be in the EU. That's a dirty deal. A filthy deal says there will be no secure guarantees for Ukraine and it may not even be in the EU. That's a filthy deal. And if President Trump is responsible for a filthy deal in Ukraine, shame on him. Finally, Tom, I want to ask you about your column that you have. It is out this morning. It is called How Minnesota Beat Trump. You spent time in Minnesota, which is your home state. And I want to read a little bit of what you had to say You say the world looks more like Minnesota today than ever before And so the great governing challenge in Minnesota to my mind is a microcosm of the great governing challenge facing America today Can we make out of many one? Our great national project since our founding, when the many is now so much more diverse, even more than it was just 10 years ago. Of course, this coming against the backdrop of the crisis with ICE, what did you learn in Minnesota? What were your takeaways? It was actually the most remarkable act of civic courage by men and women not in uniform than I've ever seen in this country. Moms donating breast milk, dads emptying ATMs to help people who …”
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President Trump faces a critical choice regarding the Ukraine conflict: pursue a 'dirty deal' that offers some security for Ukraine or a 'filthy deal' that leaves it vulnerable. This reflects a broader issue of U.S. foreign policy, especially in relation to Iran's nuclear ambitions. As the situation develops, the stakes for global cooperation and national security have never been higher.
“Kyler Murray, it feels like all signs point towards Minnesota. Tell me why this works and why it might not work. Well, it might not work for the same reason it's never totally worked with Kyler Murray. and that's because of his incredible inconsistency. You know, you would think after seven years that you have a pretty good idea of what you're going to get from a player on a week-in and week-out basis. That is not the case with Kyler. And that's really, really tough for any organization, any coaching …”
“Kyler Murray, it feels like all signs point towards Minnesota. Tell me why this works and why it might not work. Well, it might not work for the same reason it's never totally worked with Kyler Murray. and that's because of his incredible inconsistency. You know, you would think after seven years that you have a pretty good idea of what you're going to get from a player on a week-in and week-out basis. That is not the case with Kyler. And that's really, really tough for any organization, any coaching staff. You know, even like Kirk Cousins, you kind of know what he is and what you're going to get with Kyler Dan it's like a week-to-week deal I mean there are weeks where and I don't know if it's his preparation or he doesn't adjust as well if the defense is not what he was expecting but there are weeks where he looks as good as anybody he can play an …”
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Kyler Murray's inconsistency makes him a risky bet for the Vikings, but his potential for MVP-level performance is enticing enough for Kevin O'Connell to take the gamble.
“Ocho, Kyle and Murray will visit the Minnesota Vacuums on Thursday. John Gambadaro reports a starting spot is a priority and Minnesota does offer that and a deal that can be done in the next 24 hours. But Murray and his camp are expected to explore several options as a backup in 26 for teams that could need a starting quarterback. No seven over the next 24 hours. One team that has shown interest in Kyla as a backup in 2026 was reportedly the Rams. Now, remember, the Rams took Stetson …”
“Ocho, Kyle and Murray will visit the Minnesota Vacuums on Thursday. John Gambadaro reports a starting spot is a priority and Minnesota does offer that and a deal that can be done in the next 24 hours. But Murray and his camp are expected to explore several options as a backup in 26 for teams that could need a starting quarterback. No seven over the next 24 hours. One team that has shown interest in Kyla as a backup in 2026 was reportedly the Rams. Now, remember, the Rams took Stetson Bennett a few years ago. And with Matthew Stafford on a year-to-year plan, L.A. could use a starter in 2027, potentially. Still, as an immediate starting option, Ocho, do you like the Vikings? Do you think the Vikes present the best opportunity? Now, he says, you know, the priority number one is starting. But if that's not available, he would look to …”
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Kyler Murray could secure a starting position with the Minnesota Vikings, potentially ending J.J. McCarthy's career there. With a strong supporting cast including Justin Jefferson and T.J. Hockenson, Murray's dual-threat capabilities could thrive in Minnesota's offense. Meanwhile, the Rams also show interest, but the Vikings may offer the best opportunity for Murray's success.
“You were part of one of the worst trades of all time. That was the greatest trade of all time. This was like what the Minnesota Vikings got when they got Hershel Walker and they gave Dallas Olympics. Right? And God bless him, you know, for Ben Askren, man. I hope you're healing up. Yeah, absolutely. We're great. I hope you're healthy. And this is me. Outside perception, looking in. there weren a lot of African American and haven been a lot of African American UFC champions Yep You know we had DC you know we had John but you know even Izzy Kamaru Francis like all of those guys …”
“You were part of one of the worst trades of all time. That was the greatest trade of all time. This was like what the Minnesota Vikings got when they got Hershel Walker and they gave Dallas Olympics. Right? And God bless him, you know, for Ben Askren, man. I hope you're healing up. Yeah, absolutely. We're great. I hope you're healthy. And this is me. Outside perception, looking in. there weren a lot of African American and haven been a lot of African American UFC champions Yep You know we had DC you know we had John but you know even Izzy Kamaru Francis like all of those guys aren they aren from America Yeah. Right. And so when we see people like you, it's like, oh, we could connect to that. And so you immediately start to cheer. Yeah. Right. And I was like, damn, like, why when Dana talk about him, he talks about him in this way. You would think somebody that's that damn good at this job would be treated in a different …”
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Demetrious Johnson reveals how a trade from UFC to ONE Championship transformed his career and popularity. He discusses feeling disrespected as a champion and how his unique fighting style challenged perceptions in a sport dominated by larger athletes. This pivotal moment in his career not only boosted his visibility but also showcased his skills against bigger opponents.
“… of quarterback Dak Prescott, receiver C.D. Lamb, and left guard Tyler Smith in order to get under the salary cap. ESPN reported a short time ago the Minnesota Vikings are expected to release defensive tackle Jonathan Allen. Finally, Covino and Rich, in college basketball, we have a women's Sunbelt Conference Tournament brawl update. Today's clash between South Alabama and Coastal Carolina in Pensacola, Florida, was marred by a wild fourth quarter melee that saw one of the referees get knocked out during the fray. Seven South Alabama players were ejected. One Coastal Carolina player was ejected. despite that …”
“… Patriots are releasing four-time Pro Bowl receiver Stephon Diggs. The Kansas City Chiefs trading all-pro cornerback Trent McDuffie to the Los Angeles Rams for four draft picks, including a first-rounder. The Dallas Cowboys restructured the contracts of quarterback Dak Prescott, receiver C.D. Lamb, and left guard Tyler Smith in order to get under the salary cap. ESPN reported a short time ago the Minnesota Vikings are expected to release defensive tackle Jonathan Allen. Finally, Covino and Rich, in college basketball, we have a women's Sunbelt Conference Tournament brawl update. Today's clash between South Alabama and Coastal Carolina in Pensacola, Florida, was marred by a wild fourth quarter melee that saw one of the referees get knocked out during the fray. Seven South Alabama players were ejected. One Coastal Carolina player was ejected. despite that south alabama still wound up winning the game 80 to 70 back to you guys not that it matters but the referee that got knocked out woman or man i was a woman Okay I was a woman Would have been a little Okay Either way terrible story All right. Thank you, Iowa Sam. Thank you, Isaac Lonecron.”
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A chaotic fourth-quarter brawl erupted during the women's Sunbelt Conference Tournament, leading to seven ejections from South Alabama and one from Coastal Carolina. Despite the turmoil, South Alabama triumphed with an 80-70 victory. The incident even resulted in a referee being knocked out, highlighting the intensity of the match.
“… we on two floors and you know you got the security on both floors of all this crazy stuff. So we're the Raiders. We play on Sunday. I fly back to Minnesota. So one of my former teammates is at the hotel getting ready for the Monday night. Well, guys, I drive down to their hotel, sneak in the hotel and go up the exit stair and get up on their floor. All right? Jason, you're looking at me like, what is this, Randy? Yeah, right. Yeah, yeah. There are probably, what, four or five hours before they go to the stadium on Monday night. I sneak in their hotel, meet Brady for the first time, Trav, meet him …”
“… day difference from anywhere you had ever been? Or what was it like meeting Tom for the first time? Dude, we can have fun on y podcast all day but check this out So y know Saturday night before the game we in a hotel We the visitors right So you know we on two floors and you know you got the security on both floors of all this crazy stuff. So we're the Raiders. We play on Sunday. I fly back to Minnesota. So one of my former teammates is at the hotel getting ready for the Monday night. Well, guys, I drive down to their hotel, sneak in the hotel and go up the exit stair and get up on their floor. All right? Jason, you're looking at me like, what is this, Randy? Yeah, right. Yeah, yeah. There are probably, what, four or five hours before they go to the stadium on Monday night. I sneak in their hotel, meet Brady for the first time, Trav, meet him for the first time. And I said, look, dude, I'm going to cut straight to it. I said, dude, I want to play with you. Whatever you can do to get me up here, do it. So the next thing you know, I gave him, I daft him up, gave him some love, walked out. That night I watched the game. Brady's first time ever in his career. He throws five touchdowns …”
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Imagine walking onto the field at Lambeau and passing by Reggie White, or sneaking into a hotel to meet Tom Brady before a game. These surreal experiences highlight the unique chemistry and communication among NFL players, as they navigate the pressure of performing alongside their childhood heroes. It's a blend of admiration and ambition that shapes their careers and on-field dynamics.
“… this is circa, no, this is 1982, kind of a strike-shortened NFL season, and the Packers at that time played four games at Milwaukee County Stadium. Vikings are in town to play the Packers at Milwaukee County Stadium. And my buddy and I were huge football fans. He's a huge Vikings fan. And the away teams always stayed in Brookfield, Wisconsin, which is a suburb of Milwaukee. They stay at the Sheraton Hotel. So the night before the game, we're like, hey, let's go to the hotel. Maybe we can try to cop some autographs. Yeah, all right. So we get our little pads. We go to the hotel. We're looking …”
“… day at 3 o'clock. I'm hiking to Boulder, Colorado. There's no market for Covino and Rich. There's a huge market for Covino and Rich in Boulder, Colorado. I want to tell you guys that. Thank you, man. Thank you, bro. Get to the story. All right. So this is circa, no, this is 1982, kind of a strike-shortened NFL season, and the Packers at that time played four games at Milwaukee County Stadium. Vikings are in town to play the Packers at Milwaukee County Stadium. And my buddy and I were huge football fans. He's a huge Vikings fan. And the away teams always stayed in Brookfield, Wisconsin, which is a suburb of Milwaukee. They stay at the Sheraton Hotel. So the night before the game, we're like, hey, let's go to the hotel. Maybe we can try to cop some autographs. Yeah, all right. So we get our little pads. We go to the hotel. We're looking around for Minnesota Viking guys. We can't find them. And suddenly around the corner comes this guy, and he's in a brown suit. This guy is huge. I mean, he's giant. And he's with another, kind of a shorter, bald guy in a suit, white guy. And so, by the way, I don't know who the guy is, but he looks really familiar. So I go up to him with my little …”
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A listener shares a hilarious story about mistaking a famous NFL player for someone else while trying to get an autograph. In 1982, he and his friend approached a giant in a brown suit, thinking he was a Minnesota Vikings linebacker, only to discover they had no idea who they were talking to. The humorous mix-up leads to laughter and a memorable encounter that highlights the excitement of meeting sports heroes.
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