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Are we over rating the Vikings roster? ESPN thinks so (Part 1) Jul 07, 2026

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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 questions. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are we over rating the Vikings roster? ESPN thinks so (Part 2) Jul 07, 2026

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Beyond The Beat: Alec Lewis on his journey to the Vikings beat Jul 05, 2026

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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. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do the Vikings have a strong roster core? Jul 04, 2026

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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? The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

I disagree with Ryan Fitzpatrick on Kyler Murray (Part 1) Jul 03, 2026

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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. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

I disagree with Ryan Fitzpatrick on Kyler Murray (Part 2) Jul 03, 2026

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VIKINGS PREDICTIONS: How many snaps will Caleb Banks play in Year 1? Jul 02, 2026

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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 for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

VIKINGS PREDICTIONS: How many snaps will Caleb Banks play in Year 1? (PART 2) Jul 02, 2026

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Which NFC North coach is under the most pressure???? Jun 30, 2026

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Bart Winkler, former national sports radio host and host in Milwaukee and now podcasting at "Into The Winklerverse" joins to talk about NFC North coaches, rant about Matt LaFleur, explain why he got married at Lambeau Field and discuss whether Kevin O'Connell has a chance at Coach of the Year. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

VIKINGS PREDICTIONS: Bounce-back weapon, Mr. Mankato candidate (Part 1) Jun 30, 2026

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Matthew Coller jumps into Minnesota Vikings predictions week, naming a receiving weapon who is going to have a big year and officially planting his flag with a Mr. Mankato winner. Plus, what does Terrion Arnold's arrest do to the Detroit Lions? The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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