Purple Insider - a Minnesota Vikings and NFL podcast
Matthew Coller is joined by reporters, players, analysts and much more to break down everything Minnesota Vikings football. From discussing whether JJ McCarthy will take the Vikings to the next level to breaking down offensive line combinations to analyzing the NFC North, this podcast is for people who live and breathe football.
Episodes
VIKINGS-RAVENS POSTGAME
Matthew Coller and Dane Mizutani break down JJ McCarthy's performance and his reps getting cut short. Plus an analysis of Caleb Banks' game, Domonique Orange looking good and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Vikings camp recap: Joint practice Day 2; Dane Mizutani joins the show (Part 1)
Matthew Coller recaps how the Vikings and Ravens practiced at TCO Performance Center with tons of notes on the Vikings defense, what Justin Jefferson had to say and Kyler Murray's up and down performance. Dane Mizutani of the Pioneer Press joins the show to discuss his takeaways from the joint practices with the Ravens.
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Vikings camp recap: Joint practice Day 2 (Part 2)
Matthew Coller recaps how the Vikings and Ravens practiced at TCO Performance Center with tons of notes on the Vikings defense, what Justin Jefferson had to say and Kyler Murray's up and down performance.
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Vikings camp recap: Joint Practice Day 1 (Hour 1)
Matthew Coller recaps the Vikings' joint practices with the Baltimore Ravens. The defenses both dominated but the Vikings' offense got the last laugh with Kyler Murray and Justin Jefferson connecting for a TD. Plus KOC talks backup QB and Myles Price talks with Purple Insider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data
Vikings Camp Recap: Joint practice Day 1 (Hour 2)
Matthew Coller recaps the Vikings' joint practices with the Baltimore Ravens. The defenses both dominated but the Vikings' offense got the last laugh with Kyler Murray and Justin Jefferson connecting for a TD. Plus KOC talks backup QB and Myles Price talks with Purple Insider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data
Tyler Dunne breaks down his reporting on JJ McCarthy, Kyler Murray
Tyler Dunne of Go Long talks about his huge report on what went wrong with JJ McCarthy and the Vikings last year and how Kyler Murray's circumstances in Arizona with poor ownership and receivers impacted his performance and what people close to him say about how he will perform in Minnesota. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Vikings camp recap, Day 14 (Part 1)
Matthew Coller recaps the Vikings' 14th practice in which we saw Kyler Murray light up the red zone to a key target for this season. Plus more snapping issues and a young safety is emerging to make a case for Mr. Mankato.
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Vikings camp recap, Day 14 (Part 2)
Matthew Coller recaps the Vikings' 14th practice in which we saw Kyler Murray light up the red zone to a key target for this season. Plus more snapping issues and a young safety is emerging to make a case for Mr. Mankato.
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What is left to find out about the Vikings before training camp ends?!?
Is JJ McCarthy going to be QB2 or QB3? How much can Caleb Banks make a case for getting on the field? Will we see Demond Claiborne prove he deserves a rotational spot? And much more with Emily Leiker of the Star Tribune and Access Vikings podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Analytics expert analyzes Kyler Murray's ceiling, Flores' defense
Tej Seth of the Stats and Scheme newsletter with SumerSports joined Matthew Coller to break down how good he thinks the Minnesota Vikings' offense can be and debate Kevin O'Connell's potential strategy around the rush. Plus how Brian Flores elevates a flawed defense. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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POSTGAME: Vikings-Giants preseason opener
Matthew Coller recaps the Minnesota Vikings' preseason opener against the New York Giants and talks about what Kyler Murray and JJ McCarthy did in the game. Plus Myles Price making his case to be used more as a receiver and Caleb Banks and Domonique Orange make their preseason debuts. And Jamal Adams suffered a serious injury.
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ESPN's Kevin Seifert on whether Kevin O'Connell handled the QB competition correctly
ESPN's Kevin Seifert joins Matthew Coller to discuss whether Kevin O'Connell handled the Vikings quarterback competition correctly, plus Kyler Murray's ceiling in the Vikings' offense and what JJ McCarthy's future holds. Plus the Vikings finally have a young defense, how good can they be with Brian Flores? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Vikings preseason preview, position by position
Matthew Coller and Will Ragatz talk about whether JJ McCarthy can show something in preseason and then break down the skill position players and all the intrigue on defense for the Vikings as they open their preseason against the New York Giants Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Training camp recap, Day 12 (Part 1)
Matthew Coller recaps Minnesota Vikings' 12th training camp practice in which Kyler Murray was sharp once again, hitting Justin Jefferson on a deep shot and completing a lot of passes. Plus Brian Flores was revealing about plans for Caleb Banks and Domonique Orange and JJ McCarthy talked.
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Training camp recap, Day 12 (Part 2)
Matthew Coller recaps Minnesota Vikings' 12th training camp practice in which Kyler Murray was sharp once again, hitting Justin Jefferson on a deep shot and completing a lot of passes. Plus Brian Flores was revealing about plans for Caleb Banks and Domonique Orange and JJ McCarthy talked.
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Training camp recap, Day 11: Kyler is QB1 (Part 1)
Matthew Coller recaps Kyler Murray's first day of training camp as the Minnesota Vikings' starting quarterback and discusses what he had to say after practice. Plus other notes about how practice went for Caleb Banks and others.
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Training camp recap, Day 11: Kyler is QB1 (Part 2)
Matthew Coller recaps Kyler Murray's first day of training camp as the Minnesota Vikings' starting quarterback and discusses what he had to say after practice. Plus other notes about how practice went for Caleb Banks and others.
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Emergency pod: Kyler Murray named Vikings starting QB
Kevin O'Connell named Kyler Murray his starting quarterback on Tuesday. Matthew Coller and Dane Mizutani react to the news.
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How do we think Nolan Teasley is viewing the Vikings QB situation?
The Athletic's Jon Krawczynski joins Purple Insider to put on his general manager hat and look at how he views the Minnesota Vikings short and long term at the quarterback position and the strength of the roster. Plus, how would he view Kevin O'Connell as a long-term partner to go forward with? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Vikings training camp recap: The Night Practice
The Minnesota Vikings held their annual night practice on Sunday night. Matthew Coller breaks down everything that he took away from the practice.
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Vikings training camp recap: Day 9 (Part 1)
The Minnesota Vikings held their ninth practice of training camp on Saturday. It was a light workout that saw both Kyler Murray and JJ McCarthy take only a handful of reps in shells rather than pads as the team prepares for its night practice and then heads into the preseason. Matthew brings other notes, including chatting with Jamal Adams and a comment and a question for each position group.
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Vikings training camp recap: Day 9 (Part 2)
The Minnesota Vikings held their ninth practice of training camp on Saturday. It was a light workout that saw both Kyler Murray and JJ McCarthy take only a handful of reps in shells rather than pads as the team prepares for its night practice and then heads into the preseason. Matthew brings other notes, including chatting with Jamal Adams and a comment and a question for each position group.
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Vikings training camp recap: Day 8, JJ rebounds (Part 1)
The Minnesota Vikings held their 8th practice of training camp so far. JJ McCarthy played mostly with the second team but had an improved day from a couple of his rough practices. Kyler Murray struggled with timing and accuracy on Friday. Plus Jamal Adams played a different position and the defense is getting great contributions from the interior D-line. The run game had a few sparks as well.
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Vikings training camp recap: Day 8, JJ rebounds (Part 2)
The Minnesota Vikings held their 8th practice of training camp so far. JJ McCarthy played mostly with the second team but had an improved day from a couple of his rough practices. Kyler Murray struggled with timing and accuracy on Friday. Plus Jamal Adams played a different position and the defense is getting great contributions from the interior D-line. The run game had a few sparks as well.
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Mike Sando on what The Athletic's QB Tiers say about the Vikings' quarterbacks
Matthew Coller is joined by Mike Sando of The Athletic to talk about what the newest QB Tiers article says about Kyler Murray and JJ McCarthy and if there's any league trends that he's seen about quarterback play.
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Former AZ Cardinal Chase Edmonds explains truth and myths of Kyler Murray
Former Arizona Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds joins Matthew Coller for a breakdown of some of the narratives surrounding Kyler Murray and how he believes that he can succeed in Minnesota.
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Vikings training camp recap: Day 7, Kyler surges ahead (Part 1)
The Minnesota Vikings held their seventh practice of training camp and the quarterback battle began to take a clear turn as Kyler Murray took the majority of the first-team reps against the first-team defense and performed better than JJ McCarthy. Also the Vikings' owner spoke and OC Wes Phillips talked. Plus other standout performers and notes from practice.
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Vikings training camp recap: Day 7, Kyler surges ahead (Part 2)
The Minnesota Vikings held their seventh practice of training camp and the quarterback battle began to take a clear turn as Kyler Murray took the majority of the first-team reps against the first-team defense and performed better than JJ McCarthy. Also the Vikings' owner spoke and OC Wes Phillips talked. Plus other standout performers and notes from practice.
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Vikings All-Pro long snapper Andrew DePaola joins the show!
Matthew Coller is joined by Vikings long snapper Andrew DePaola to discuss training camp, his career, and the art of long snapping.
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Vikings training camp recap: Day 6, a rookie makes noise (Part 1)
The Minnesota Vikings held their sixth practice of training camp. This one was less intense than the first day of pads as a bunch of veterans had days off and the pads were off. But Chuck Demmings flashed again and got into a bit of a scuffle. Both QBs took even reps.
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Vikings training camp recap: Day 6, a rookie makes noise (Part 2)
The Minnesota Vikings held their sixth practice of training camp. This one was less intense than the first day of pads as a bunch of veterans had days off and the pads were off. But Chuck Demmings flashed again and got into a bit of a scuffle. Both QBs took even reps.
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Dane Mizutani predicts when QB competition will end
Dane Mizutani of the Pioneer Press joins the show to discuss Vikings Training Camp, his breakdown of the QB battle so far, and when he thinks Kevin O'Connell will name a starter.
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Vikings training camp recap: Day 5, pads on (Part 1)
The Minnesota Vikings held their fifth practice of training camp and their first with pads on. How did Kyler Murray and JJ McCarthy perform? How did the rep counts look? And which defensive linemen and outside linebackers stood out now that they could actually start hitting someone? Plus the best players on offense and defense. Brian Flores talked about the outside linebackers.
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Vikings training camp recap: Day 5, pads on (Part 2)
The Minnesota Vikings held their fifth practice of training camp and their first with pads on. How did Kyler Murray and JJ McCarthy perform? How did the rep counts look? And which defensive linemen and outside linebackers stood out now that they could actually start hitting someone? Plus the best players on offense and defense. Brian Flores talked about the outside linebackers.
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Star Tribune's Andrew Krammer thinks Kyler Murray is showing his upside in Vikings camp
Matthew Coller is joined by the Star Tribune's Andrew Krammer, who talked about an outstanding practice from Kyler Murray on Thursday and what that means for the Minnesota Vikings' chances in 2026. Not that the QB competition is over but Murray outperformed JJ McCarthy in the first phase and got more first-team reps with Justin Jefferson. Murray and Jefferson clicked, meaning there could be high p
Vikings training camp recap: Day 4, Kyler shines (Part 1)
The Minnesota Vikings held their fourth day of training camp and the last unpadded practice of the year. Matthew Coller talks about how Kyler Murray had an outstanding practice and breaks down the rep counts between him and JJ McCarthy and what it means. Plus a young corner got a chance, good news on Caleb Banks and much more. And Andrew Krammer of the Star Tribune joins the show to give his take
Vikings training camp recap: Day 4, Kyler shines (Part 2)
The Minnesota Vikings held their fourth day of training camp and the last unpadded practice of the year. Matthew Coller talks about how Kyler Murray had an outstanding practice and breaks down the rep counts between him and JJ McCarthy and what it means. Plus a young corner got a chance, good news on Caleb Banks and much more. And Andrew Krammer of the Star Tribune joins the show to give his take
Vikings training camp recap: Day 3, Jefferson speaks (Part 1)
The Minnesota Vikings went through a walk-through, so there isn't a quarterback recap to break down on Friday but Justin Jefferson spoke with the media after practice. What is his approach to the QB competition? What does he want to see from both QBs and how much will he be involved?
Plus, some quotes from Will Fries to Purple Insider and the 5 things Matthew is going to be looking for in the co
Vikings training camp recap: Day 3, Jefferson speaks (Part 2)
The Minnesota Vikings went through a walk-through, so there isn't a quarterback recap to break down on Friday but Justin Jefferson spoke with the media after practice. What is his approach to the QB competition? What does he want to see from both QBs and how much will he be involved?
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Minnesota Vikings training camp recap: Day 2 (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks about everything he saw from Day 2 of Vikings training camp, including Kyler Murray taking more first-team reps than JJ McCarthy and some depth wide receivers having good days. Plus Christian Darrisaw spoke with reporters after practice and was very excited about his health. Wes Phillips and Matt Daniels also talked about Demond Claiborne.
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Minnesota Vikings training camp recap: Day 2 (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks about everything he saw from Day 2 of Vikings training camp, including Kyler Murray taking more first-team reps than JJ McCarthy and some depth wide receivers having good days. Plus Christian Darrisaw spoke with reporters after practice and was very excited about his health. Wes Phillips and Matt Daniels also talked about Demond Claiborne.
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Minnesota Vikings training camp recap: Day 1 (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks about what the first day of Minnesota Vikings training camp looked like between the two quarterbacks. Plus both QBs spoke, as did Brian Flores, who talked about Jamal Adams' addition and Brian O'Neill discussed his new contract. Plus details about practice.
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Minnesota Vikings training camp recap: Day 1 (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks about what the first day of Minnesota Vikings training camp looked like between the two quarterbacks. Plus both QBs spoke, as did Brian Flores, who talked about Jamal Adams' addition and Brian O'Neill discussed his new contract. Plus details about practice.
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Brian O'Neill lands extension, O'Connell outlines QB competition
Following Kevin O'Connell and Nolan Teasley's first press conference of training camp, Matthew Coller and Dane Mizutani of the Pioneer Press dive into Brian O'Neill landing a four-year, $96 million extension and O'Connell's transparency about the QB situation. Plus Jamal Adams is a Viking, Harrison Smith still isn't and Christian Darrisaw is healthy.
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Vita Vea to the Vikings???? Plus Vikings add Jamal Adams (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks about Tampa Bay Bucs DT Vita Vea requesting a trade from the Bucs and whether the Minnesota Vikings should try to trade for him. How much would they have to give up? Is now the right time to make a big move like that?
Plus Matthew reacts live (in the second hour) to Jamal Adams tweeting that he's joining the Vikings.
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Vita Vea to the Vikings???? Plus Vikings add Jamal Adams (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks about Tampa Bay Bucs DT Vita Vea requesting a trade from the Bucs and whether the Minnesota Vikings should try to trade for him. How much would they have to give up? Is now the right time to make a big move like that?
Plus Matthew reacts live (around the 30 minute mark) to Jamal Adams tweeting that he's joining the Vikings.
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Breaking down under the radar players Vikings training camp
Vikings reporter Will Ragatz of Bring Me The News goes through some of his favorite deep roster players that could make the 53-man roster. Then he talks about what new GM Nolan Teasley needs to do during training camp and when Kevin O'Connell should decide the QB competition.
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Beyond the beat: Fox 9's Dawn Mitchell tells tales from her broadcaster career
Brian Murphy sits down with Fox 9's Dawn Mitchell to talk about how she ended up in Minnesota covering the Vikings and she tells stories from her career, including her time on the sideline during broadcasts interviewing Brett Favre and Adrian Peterson.
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The North Stars! Will a star-studded Lions roster be able to overcome the rest of this highly talented division?
Experts say the Lions have more elite talent than any other team in the NFL, but the rest of the NFC North begs to differ. Ahman Green (Packers), Ryan McGuffey (Bears), and Matthew Coller (Vikings), debate which team really has the goods as training camp begins. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertisi
What will we think of JJ McCarthy if Kyler Murray wins the Vikings QB competition?
FOX 9's Ahmad Hicks joins Matthew Coller for nine questions about Minnesota Vikings training camp, highlighted by what will happen with JJ McCarthy if Kyler Murray wins the starting QB job.
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AP's Dave Campbell answers: Are the Justin Jefferson narratives overblown? (A porch pod)
Dave Campbell of the Associated Press joins Matthew Coller to give a very rational perspective on the noise regarding Justin Jefferson and then talks about his most anticipated training camps of the past, how interested he is in the quarterback competition and his confidence in Kevin O'Connell.
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Which Vikings training camp storylines will ACTUALLY matter?
Matthew Coller and Manny Hill discuss which storylines surrounding Minnesota Vikings training camp will actually make a difference when we get to the season. Will the quarterback battle go quickly forgotten between Kyler Murray and JJ McCarthy or will it linger all season long? Will we see the safeties or defensive line performances in camp translate over? And Manny picks the schedule.
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Training Camp preview: Cornerbacks
Matthew Coller breaks down the Vikings' cornerback unit as he continues to preview every position ahead of training camp.
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Does Jeremiah Sirles believe reports that Vikings QB competition goes all summer?
Matthew Coller gets together with former Minnesota Viking Jeremiah Sirles to play a game of "do you believe me?" We begin with Ian Rapoport's report that the Vikings' QB competition will carry on all the way up until the start of the season? Sirles also touches on Caleb Banks' outlook and the NFC North.
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ESPN only gives Vikings 10% chance to win NFC North?!?!?! (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks about whether the Minnesota Vikings deserve more credit to win the NFC North as ESPN's analytics claim they only have a 10% chance to win the division. Plus he goes over the defensive line storylines going into training camp and answers Vikings fans' questions.
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ESPN only gives Vikings 10% chance to win NFC North?!?!?! (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks about whether the Minnesota Vikings deserve more credit to win the NFC North as ESPN's analytics claim they only have a 10% chance to win the division. Plus he goes over the defensive line storylines going into training camp and answers Vikings fans' questions.
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Vikings camp preview: What happens if Harrison Smith doesn't return?
Matthew Coller looks at the safety and tight end depth charts and talks about key storylines for Minnesota Vikings training camp. One of the focuses of this episode is how the Vikings will handle the absence of Harrison Smith. Plus TJ Hockenson's chemistry with Kyler Murray and JJ McCarthy and how Kevin O'Connell will handle preseason.
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Vikings camp storylines: Jefferson's chemistry with the QB
Matthew Coller analyzes the Minnesota Vikings' wide receiver room. He looks at how Justin Jefferson will determine the quarterback competition and breaks down the UDFA wide receivers and whether Tai Felton has a chance to carve out a role for himself during camp.
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A way-too-early preview of Vikings-Jets. A look into the future....
Will Parkinson of Turn on the Jets joins Matthew Coller for a fun conversation where they try to look into the future and decide whether the Minnesota Vikings and New York Jets will be fighting for playoff position by Week 17. Will breaks down the Jets' ridiculous draft class and Matthew looks at different scenarios around Kevin O'Connell.
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A Vikings-Bills comparison podcast
Matthew Coller and Mike Schopp break down the offseason narratives of the Minnesota Vikings and Buffalo Bills in a way-too-early preview of Vikings-Bills. Mike talks about whether Josh Allen is the No. 1 quarterback in the NFL and wants to know about the Vikings backfield.
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Star Tribune's Ben Goessling gives his Vikings training camp predictions
Matthew Coller is joined for a porch podcast by Star Tribune beat reporter Ben Goessling to talk about how things will play out in Minnesota Vikings training camp. When will they decide whether JJ McCarthy and Kyler Murray is their starting quarterback? What role will Caleb Banks fit in? How does new GM Nolan Teasley look at the roster and potential changes? Does Harrison Smith return during camp?
Training Camp preview: Running Backs
Matthew Coller begins his Training Camp Preview series by looking at the questions surrounding the running back room heading into the opening of camp at the end of the month. Then, Coller chats with listeners and answers your Vikings/NFL questions.
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When should the Vikings QB competition be decided?
Matthew Coller is joined by Dane Mizutani of the Pioneer Press to take Matthew's Vikings training camp quiz. He starts out with a discussion about what date the QB competition will be decided by and then talks about players under pressure and the biggest swing players and long shots in Vikings camp.
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How much does Kevin O'Connell need to adjust his system to Kyler Murray?
Matthew Coller chatted with listeners about the conversation with former NFL scout Jim Monos, quarterback's influence on wins, the heat on Kevin O'Connell's seat, and how much O'Connell needs to adjust his offense to Kyler Murray.
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Former NFL Scout joins to break down Kyler Murray, JJ McCarthy!
Matthew Coller is joined by former NFL scout for the New Orleans Saints and Philadelphia Eagles and ex Director of Player Personnel for the Buffalo Bills Jim Monos, who talks about his thoughts on Kyler Murray and JJ McCarthy. What he needs to see from Murray to be better than he was in Arizona and where the bar is to sign him to a longer-term extension. Plus why this situation is actually good fo
A Vikings vs. the NFC South conversation with Erin Summers
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Kevin O'Connell speaks on Vikings QB competition
Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell gave a tiny window into what he's going to be focused on during the Minnesota Vikings quarterback competition between Kyler Murray and JJ McCarthy during an appearance on The Dan Patrick Show. Plus Vikings fans have questions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Beyond the beat: Vikings reporter Mark Craig talks journey to Minnesota
Brian Murphy continues his series sitting down with Minnesota Vikings reporters. This time he sits down with Mark Craig of the Star Tribune to discuss how Mark ended up in Minnesota via Cleveland and how he approaches covering the team.
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More deserving of hype, the Vikings or Lions?
Matthew Coller and Bleav in Lions podcaster and longtime TV personality in Detroit Trevor Thompson fire questions back and forth at each other to decide whether the Minnesota Vikings or Detroit Lions are more deserving of being NFC North favorites. Trevor questions the Vikings QB situation while Matthew looks into Detroit's shaky offensive line and secondary and the bizarre Terrion Arnold situatio
Who is the most underrated Viking of the last 50 years?
Matthew Coller and Josh Smith break down some of the most underrated Minnesota Vikings players since they last made the Super Bowl.
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The Athletic's Vikngs fan survey shows... optimism? (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks about The Athletic's fan survey and how the majority of fans seem to be buying the Minnesota Vikings this year. Let's go through the questions and see if we agree with where Vikings fans stand. Plus PFF put out new data on quarterbacks. Let's look at that. And then more from the underrated player list revealed.
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The Athletic's Vikngs fan survey shows... optimism? (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks about The Athletic's fan survey and how the majority of fans seem to be buying the Minnesota Vikings this year. Let's go through the questions and see if we agree with where Vikings fans stand. Plus PFF put out new data on quarterbacks. Let's look at that. And then more from the underrated player list revealed.
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Do the Vikings have a good offensive line finally?!?!?!
Matthew Coller gets together with Brandon Thorn of Trench Warfare to talk about the Minnesota Vikings prospects on the offensive line. Are there big questions on the interior that will be answered? How good can Christian Darrisaw be when he bounces back? What do we know about the depth?
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Are we over rating the Vikings roster? ESPN thinks so (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks about ESPN's roster rankings in which the Minnesota Vikings came in 6th. Is this all about the quarterback position and uncertainty with Kyler Murray and JJ McCarthy? It doesn't appear so based on their write-up. Are we crazy for thinking they should be a good team then? Plus we reveal the first part of the most underrated players of the last 50 years and answer Vikings fan qu
Are we over rating the Vikings roster? ESPN thinks so (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks about ESPN's roster rankings in which the Minnesota Vikings came in 6th. Is this all about the quarterback position and uncertainty with Kyler Murray and JJ McCarthy? It doesn't appear so based on their write-up. Are we crazy for thinking they should be a good team then? Plus we reveal the first part of the most underrated players of the last 50 years and answer Vikings fan qu
Beyond The Beat: Alec Lewis on his journey to the Vikings beat
Brian Murphy continues his "Beyond The Beat" series with Minnesota Vikings beat reports as he introduces them to Vikings fans from a different lens. This episode includes Alec Lewis from The Athletic talking about his path to covering the NFL and what he's looking for in Vikings camp this year.
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Do the Vikings have a strong roster core?
Lindsay Rhodes of SumerSports joins the show to rank the best roster cores in the NFL. Why she isn't buying the Vikings as a strong core unless some key things happen. What about the best in the NFC? Who are the most debatable?
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I disagree with Ryan Fitzpatrick on Kyler Murray (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks about comments from Ryan Fitzpatrick about Kyler Murray's long-term outlook. Fitzpatrick said that Murray will be good this year for the Vikings but get complacent once he gets paid again. Didn't we just do this with Sam Darnold?
Plus Matthew counts down his final 10 predictions for the 2026 Vikings season.
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I disagree with Ryan Fitzpatrick on Kyler Murray (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks about comments from Ryan Fitzpatrick about Kyler Murray's long-term outlook. Fitzpatrick said that Murray will be good this year for the Vikings but get complacent once he gets paid again. Didn't we just do this with Sam Darnold?
Plus Matthew counts down his final 10 predictions for the 2026 Vikings season.
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VIKINGS PREDICTIONS: How many snaps will Caleb Banks play in Year 1?
Matthew Coller continues to count down his Minnesota Vikings predictions, looking this time at Minnesota Vikings first-round pick Caleb Banks's potential, two pass catchers and a possible return from a certain star safety. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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