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Why did Minnesota Vikings allow Carson Wentz to DESTROY his shoulder? Oct 28, 2025

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Mackey and Judd, on this State of the Minnesota Vikings episode, do a deep dive into why Carson Wentz was allowed to be pummeled with his injured shoulder? Does Kevin O'Connell deserve to be criticized? Why didn't Max Brosmer see more playing time? Plus, favorite and least favorite Vikings things, including JJ McCarthy starting again this weekend, and Jalen Redmond dominating through the first have of the season

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OLC: Week 8 reaction: Green Bay Packers are LEGIT; New England Patriots to win AFC East? Oct 27, 2025

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Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey react to Week 8 in the NFL! The Green Bay Packers won the Aaron Rodgers revenge game and look legit in the NFC; The New England Patriots are tracking for like 12 wins; And more!

00:00 - Too many blowouts this week in the NFL!

04:00 - The Green Bay Packers and Jordan Love looked like a well-oiled machine in their win over Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers

10:00 - Are the Baltimore Ravens going to track down the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC North?

14:00 - More on the Ravens, who are set to get Lamar Jackson back -- after an injury report scandal!

23:00 - Mackey’s Minnesota Vikings hot take about Jim Harbaugh and Kevin O’Connell sets off a spirited discussion

35:00 - Major Week 8 revivals for the Miami Dolphins, New York Jets and Houston Texans

39:00 - RIP Nick Mangold… Alex tells a couple hilarious Mangold stories

46:00 - It’s time to get serious about the New England Patriots, who profile as one of the best teams in the NFL

59:00 - The Philadelphia Eagles get back on track with a win over the New York Giants, who look like they are cursed

1:07:00 - The Denver Broncos are awesome, and they have a strong grip on the AFC West right now

1:13:00 - The Indianapolis Colts are so good we barely talk about them

1:15:00 - Brian Kelly fired by LSU… Is Scott Woodward the worst AD in college football?

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BID: What are expectations for JJ McCarthy in return for Minnesota Vikings? Oct 27, 2025

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Jessi, Leighton, and Jason start a fresh week by looking ahead to the Vikings next matchup against the Lions with what's expected to be the return to the field for JJ McCarthy after missing the past few weeks. How much is it needed for McCarthy to play versus Detroit? How do fans expect the team to fare during the upcoming gauntlet of teams as the Vikings look to get back on track? Will the team make any trades before the deadline? Plus, the crew airs out their feels about In-N-Out!

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Minnesota Vikings and NFL Takes after Week 8 Oct 27, 2025

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Minnesota Vikings and NFL Takes after Week 8; Vikings QB JJ McCarthy is on track to start against the Detroit Lions; If the Vikings could go back and not draft McCarthy; Are the Vikings the most disappointing roster in the NFL this season; Vikings defense needs to step up ASAP; Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell is the worst short-yardage coach in the NFL; Kirk Cousins lays an egg for the Atlanta Falcons; Plus, other NFL takes and more on Purple Daily!

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Reevaluating Minnesota Vikings 2025 free agent additions Oct 26, 2025

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Reevaluating Minnesota Vikings 2025 free agent additions; Did the Vikings miss on the majority of their free agent additions; Is Vikings safety Harrison Smith cooked; Which of these individuals who got away from the Vikings hurts the most; Plus, more Vikings feedback on Kevin O’Connell, Justin Jefferson and more on Purple Daily.

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ACCESS: Where do Minnesota Vikings go from here? Oct 25, 2025

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Judd and Chip discuss the Vikings' no-show performance on Thursday night against the Chargers, Kevin O'Connell's role in that defeat and what has happened to the defense. What are the expectations now that J.J. McCarthy is expected to start on Nov. 2 in Detroit?

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Minnesota Vikings HOTTEST TAKES after loss to LA Chargers Oct 24, 2025

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Minnesota Vikings HOTTEST TAKES after loss to LA Chargers; Did the Vikings make a mistake picking Kevin O'Connell over Jim Harbaugh; Should the Vikings head coach give up play calling; The only thing that can save the Vikings is JJ McCarthy; Vikings pie chart of blame involving Matt Daniels, the offensive line, Wentz, and others; Plus silver linings for the Vikings and more on Purple Daily.

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VENT LINE: Minnesota Vikings lose UGLY to Los Angeles Chargers Oct 24, 2025

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Minnesota Vikings lose UGLY to Los Angeles Chargers; Is the lowest point of Vikings era under Kevin O'Connell; The Vikings were completely unprepared; Carson Wentz isn't a good quarterback but the Vikings gave him zero help; Vikings defense was shredded by Justin Herbert; Vikings fans join the show to discuss the loss and more on Purple Daily.

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OLC: Dumb Football Questions: Will Maxx Crosby be TRADED by Las Vegas Raiders?; Week 8 NFL picks! Oct 23, 2025

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Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey answer your Dumb Football Questions about a possible Maxx Crosby trade, plus weekly NFL picks!

03:00 - Will Las Vegas Raiders trade Maxx Crosby? If so, who should trade for him? Dallas Cowboys, Indianapolis Colts, San Francisco 49ers or Baltimore Ravens?

16:00 - Are football players well-versed in NFL history?

24:00 - NDSU plays SDSU this weekend! Should backup FBS players just transfer to FCS schools to dominate instead?

31:00 - Weekly picks! NDSU vs. SDSU; Minnesota Vikings vs. Los Angeles Chargers; San Francisco 49ers vs. Houston Texans; Dallas Cowboys vs. Denver Broncos; Green Bay Packers vs. Pittsburgh Steelers

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Is Dallas Turner good?; Plus looking ahead at Minnesota Vikings in 2026 Oct 23, 2025

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Happy Thorsday! Thor Nystrom joins Mackey & Judd to preview Minnesota Vikings vs. Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday Night Football! Plus, is Dallas Turner good? Thor watched every 2025 snap (all-22) for Turner and has takes. Thor also looks ahead to what the Minnesota Vikings draft strategy should be in 2026.

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