VikesVerified - A Weekly Minnesota Vikings Podcast (Nick Eliason & Matt Meade)
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| 08 Sep 2022 | Episode 30: NFL IS BACK! Vikings New Regime Overview/Packers Preview | 00:35:22 | |
Nick & Matt are BACK in the booth for the 2022 NFL season! We touch on the new roster & regime as well as the culture that this new staff is building. We also preview the season opener at U.S. Bank stadium featuring a signature matchup vs. Green Bay. This episode is complete with over/unders, game predictions, & philosophy on both sides of the ball. We hope you're as excited as we are for this season.... It's going to be ELECTRIC! SKOL | |||
| 16 Sep 2022 | Episode 31: Vikes SHRED The Pack: MNF Preview @ Philly | 00:32:22 | |
We're back in the booth after an INSPIRING performance from the Purple in week 1. Can the Vikings follow up the strong performance on Monday Night against the Eagles??? Time will tell, but we have a feeling that this game is a real tone setter for our season! Come for the analysis, stay for the predictions. | |||
| 22 Sep 2022 | Episode 32: Vikes Get Exposed on MNF... What Went Wrong? + Detroit Lions Preview | 00:27:54 | |
Back in the booth after a tough one to watch in Philly. What was going on with the Vikings defensive scheme? Wake up call to say the least, but Philly is a good team. Detroit is no joke themselves... what can this Dan Campbell led team do in a hostile environment? Nick & Matt bring all the detail for this divisional matchup. | |||
| 29 Sep 2022 | Episode 33: Nailbiter vs. Motor City... + Vikes Eurostep to London to Face New Orleans! | 00:27:48 | |
Minnesota squeaks out a 28-24 victory vs. Detroit at home! Much needed confidence boost heading into our lone international game @ Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the U.K. 8:30 AM start in this one so get your coffee ready Vikes nation... Europe loves the Vikes... We about to show some love back! SKOL | |||
| 07 Oct 2022 | Episode 34: Vikings with a PROPER W in London! + Bears Come To The Bank! | 00:31:11 | |
Vikings escape following Wil Lutz's DOUBLE DOINK to force OT! Nick & Matt touch on what we saw from both sides of the ball during a less than convincing win overseas.... Justin Fields & The Bears come to town with their ABYSMAL air attack & fairly stout defense. Stay tuned for our LOCK of the week & game predictions. | |||
| 13 Oct 2022 | Episode 35: Vikings Take Care of Chicago @ Home + KOC & co. Take Their Talents To South Beach | 00:36:43 | |
Minnesota pulls out another divisional win beating the bears at U.S. Bank 29-22. Made it interesting in the 2nd half, but the flashes of greatness we show are hard to be denied. The Vikes look to head into the bye at 5-1 with a win in Miami this week. Can we handle 3rd-String QB Skylar Thompson & his burners on the perimeter? Only time will tell, but we have a pretty good feeling about this one! | |||
| 27 Oct 2022 | Episode 36: Vikings Host Cardinals in Post Bye Week Showdown @ U.S. Bank | 00:16:43 | |
The Vikings seek their best start to a season in 13 years with a win vs. The Cardinals this Sunday. The NFL Trade deadline is quickly approaching... which Vikings could potentially be moved & what pieces would enhance our current roster? Tune in to hear VV's take! Let's get to 6-1. | |||
| 03 Nov 2022 | Episode 37: SKOL Nation moves to 6-1 + Welcome T.J. Hockenson to Town! | 00:31:25 | |
The Vikings made a splash hours before the trade deadline, acquiring T.J. Hockenson from the Lions. T.J. adds an awesome element to this offense that leaves a lot to be excited about as Vikings fans. Kirk & the Purple head out to the nations capitol this weekend to take on former Viking Taylor Heinicke & the somewhat competitive Washington Commanders. | |||
| 11 Nov 2022 | Episode 38: VikesNation STEALS a W in Washington! + Big SHOWDOWN in Buffalo This Weekend | 00:28:43 | |
7-1 is a great place to be. We're excited to see how we stack up against one of the leagues best in their stadium this weekend. Lot of storylines in this one, including former Vikings star Stefon Diggs facing his former team for the first time. Josh Allen's status is still up in the air, but we think we can win this one regardless.... If you need gameday plans, GET TO Tom's Watch Bar! | |||
| 17 Nov 2022 | Episode 39: INSTANT CLASSIC in Buffalo!!! + Dak & The Cowboys come to THE BANK | 00:30:16 | |
What. A. Game. I don't think Vikings nation even knows what hit them last Sunday against Stefon Diggs & The Bills. So much to unpack in this OT thriller, one word that describes this team is RESILIENCE. From Justin Jefferson making impossible catches to Pat P elevating his game tenfold, this team is currently in a great spot. 8-1 & HAVING FUN! | |||
| 01 Dec 2022 | Episode 40: Terrifc Turkey Day @ U.S. Bank Stadium + J-E-T-S Come to The Midwest! | 00:26:19 | |
What a memorable Thanksgiving watching Justin Jefferson FEAST on the Pats secondary in dominant fashion. "Sauce" Gardner and the new-look Jets will come in with a lot of confidence following the resurgence for Mike White & this offense last week against Chicago. | |||
| 08 Dec 2022 | Episode 41: The JETS Miss Their Flight + Division BATTLE at Ford Field | 00:34:21 | |
Nick & Matt break down yet ANOTHER nailbiter against Robert Saleh's talented young team. Lot on the line this week in Detroit with a chance to clinch the NFC North for the first time since 2017.... It's time to lock in & take this surprising underdog mentality to Detroit. Let's get to 11 wins baby. PRAY for a Philly loss as well. | |||
| 14 Dec 2022 | Episode 42: Dud in Detroit... (Yikes) + Bounce Back vs. Indy? | 00:31:08 | |
The Vikings defense has had their fair share of struggles this season, but this one might take the cake. Ed Donatell & co. couldn't stop a nosebleed in this one. An adjustment certainly needs to be made. Kirk Cousins & Justin Jefferson EXPLODED in this game, with Justin setting the Vikings single game record for receiving yards (223). The old vet Matt Ryan comes to town this weekend w/ brand new HC Jeff Saturday. This is a team that we can SMOKE! | |||
| 23 Dec 2022 | Episode 43: Recapping an EPIC Comeback! + Winter Whiteout @ The Bank | 00:26:56 | |
What. A. Season. thus far for the Minnesota Vikings. You really can't make this stuff up. Down 33-0 at half, Kirk Cousins & the Vikings did the impossible. Dalvin Cook & Justin Jefferson put their skillset on display as Minnesota surged back to shock the Colts. The Vikings host a Winter Whiteout in the midst of ADVERSE weather conditions in Minneapolis this Saturday. The Giants are in for a storm..... | |||
| 12 Jan 2023 | Episode 44: Vikes Declaw The Bears @ Soldier + NYG Wild Card Preview | 00:41:58 | |
Nick & Matt are back, but this time we're at some new coordinates. PullTab Sports & VV are partnering to continue bringing the noise in Vikings media! The 13-4 Minnesota Vikings will endure wild card test this weekend @ U.S. Bank Stadium. First playoff home game in 5 years... this one will be special. Everything on the line, eyeing down the ultimate goal. SKOL | |||
| 20 Jan 2023 | Episode 45: Vikings Season Comes to an Anticlimactic End... + Offseason Preview | 00:46:04 | |
Nick & Matt have gathered their thoughts, wallowed in their sorrows, & are ready to look ahead to brighter days. This defense specifically was never championship level. Tons of decisions for our front office to make regarding veteran leaders on this football team... Going to be a very interesting offseason... | |||
| 27 Jan 2023 | Episode 46: Vikings Offseason Preview + NFL Playoff Talk | 00:51:59 | |
Nick & Matt discuss expectations for the Vikings Free Agents & what separates the teams left in the playoffs from the rest of the league. | |||
| 09 Feb 2023 | Episode 47: WELCOME to MN Brian Flores! + Vikings Gabe Henderson Joins The Show | 00:43:13 | |
Nick & Matt are ecstatic about the hiring of Brian Flores as our DC. We have a feeling we may see more vets stick around than we initially thought. Gabe Henderson of the Vikings Entertainment Network joins the show to talk Flores, Minnesota Weather, his favorite moments from this season, & much more! | |||
| 22 Feb 2023 | Episode 48: On The Cusp of Free Agency... + Team Needs & NFL Draft Talk | 00:22:57 | |
Offseason Update: | |||
| 15 Mar 2023 | Episode 49: LIVE From Saint Paul; Free Agency, NFL Draft, IG Live Questions | 01:01:50 | |
Live from the Saint Paul (3/11/23). The Vikings have decided to go their separate ways with a few of our beloved veteran players. We dive into their potential replacements as well as what we expect this roster to look like before next fall. Tons up in the air right now. The NEW ERA of Vikings football begins now! | |||
| 23 Mar 2023 | Episode 50: GRADING Vikings Free Agency + NFL Prospect Brent Laing Joins The Show! | 00:53:46 | |
Nick & Matt kick off EPISODE 50 by grading each Vikings Free Agency transaction thus far, & what things could look like a few days from now! NFL Prospect & Former Minnesota-Duluth All-American OL Brent Laing joins the show to discuss his NFL combine experience, how his preparation has been going so far, & what the road ahead might look like. | |||
| 13 Apr 2023 | Episode 51: THE NFL DRAFT Episode + LIVE 7 Round Mock Draft | 00:47:55 | |
We take a deep dive into NFL Draft prospects, trade speculation, our team needs, & much more in this pre-draft focused episode. West coast VV member Max Dinesen joins the show to boast his expertise on this years draft class. Stick around for Nick & Matt's LIVE 7 round mock draft.... (Hint: Secured Some Gems). | |||
| 01 May 2023 | The K.J. Osborn Interview: Live From Tom's Watch Bar! | 00:09:42 | |
Nick & Matt break it down with Vikings WR K.J. Osborn for a brief live interview during the 1st Round of the NFL Draft. We talk about KJ's draft experience, Kevin O'Connell's offense, & how he plans to increase his role as a leader on this team! | |||
| 01 May 2023 | Episode 52: NFL Draft 1st Round: Live From Tom's Watch Bar + K.J. Osborn Interview | 00:45:37 | |
We go LIVE from Tom's Watch Bar in Downtown Minneapolis for round 1 of the NFL Draft. Nick & Matt speculate on what the Vikings will do as well as give their thoughts on this draft class as a whole. K.J. Osborn stops by for a brief interview & shares his thoughts on Kevin O'Connell's offense. | |||
| 11 May 2023 | Episode 53: NFL Draft Recap + UDFA Signee Najee Thompson Interview | 00:49:33 | |
What a whirlwind of an NFL Draft weekend! We're here to break down every pick, as well as offer our grades of each selection. This years draft could very well be highlighted by our UDFA class. UDFA Najee Thompson joins the show to discuss how he will make an impression on this staff, as well as the pride he takes in special teams. | |||
| 30 May 2023 | Episode 54: Vikings Schedule Preview + ALL-PRO LS Andrew DePaola Joins The Show | 00:49:59 | |
Run-Down of all recent roster moves followed by an interview with Vikings Snapper Andrew DePaola. The Pro Bowl LS provides an interesting perspective on the mindset of an NFL specialist. Stick around for our SCHEDULE PREDICTION as Nick & Matt briefly break down each game & how we think they'll shake out..... as of now. Camp Szn is just around the corner! | |||
| 08 Jun 2023 | Episode 55: OTA's Are Underway! + Safety Josh Metellus Joins The Show | 00:34:30 | |
It's HOT in Minnesota & OTA's are heating up as well. Join Nick & Matt as we highlight who has been turning heads so far in practice! Vikings Safety & 2022 captain Josh Metellus joins the show & breaks down what he's most excited for this season, as well as how his role on the team will continue to develop. Lot of good energy down in Eagan right now! | |||
| 27 Jun 2023 | Episode 56: Buccaneers All-Pro OT Tristan Wirfs Joins Us In Studio! | 00:46:49 | |
Nick & Matt are joined by Iowa Alum & Super Bowl Champion OT Tristan Wirfs in studio to break down a multitude of topics. Hear from Tristan about his Super Bowl run as a 22 year old rookie as well as his relationship with the GOAT Tom Brady. Stick around for a brief preview of Week 1 @ U.S. Bank Stadium.... | |||
| 13 Jul 2023 | Episode 57: Training Camp On The Horizon + UMD Product/Vikings FB Zach Ojile Joins The Show! | 00:41:51 | |
The Minnesota Summer is flying by & just like that players report to camp in under 2 weeks! Nick & Matt discuss the ongoing negotiations with Danielle Hunter, as well as what we may do with our remaining $18M in cap space. Blaine, MN native Zach Ojile joins the show to tell us about his experience so far with the team, as well as what lies ahead for him. | |||
| 27 Jul 2023 | Episode 58: 53 Man Roster Predictions + Training Camp is Underway! | 01:11:29 | |
Matt & Max break down their roster predictions from top to bottom in this episode. Expect a lot of competition in Vikings camp this year after an influx of new faces & young talent joined the roster this offseason. Camp battles are sure to be intense this year & you know what they say.... Iron sharpens iron! We also touch on the current state of the RB market & why paying Alexander Mattison early on in Free Agency was a | |||
| 17 Aug 2023 | Episode 59: Vikings TE Colin Thompson Joins The Show + PRESEASON Week 1 Recap | 00:55:11 | |
Football season is officially underway & we could not be more excited for Week 1! Vikings journeyman TE Colin Thompson joins the show & shares his experiences in pro football as well as the mindset that’s allowed him to keep pushing forward. The Vikings roster still has quite a few question marks as we progress into our second preseason matchup vs. Tennessee. Camp battles are intense… especially in our skill positions. Nick & Matt break down who might be on the bubble & who might surprise some folks & make the 53. | |||
| 31 Aug 2023 | Episode 60: Official 53-Man Roster Released + Brief Week 1 Preview! | 00:45:46 | |
We’re back in the booth breaking down the Vikings official 53-man roster in Episode 60. Lot of tough decisions had to be made after a competitive training camp, tune in for our thoughts on the first look at who will suit up on September 10th. The BUCS come to town in 10 days… stick around for a brief Week 1 preview at the end of the episode. SKOL | |||
| 14 Sep 2023 | Episode 61: Rocky Start to the Season + PHILLY Preview 🦅 | 00:39:56 | |
Week 1 surprised a lot of Vikings fans to say the least. Minnesota racked up 369 total yards of offense to Tampa Bays’ 242 & we still managed to lose. Nick & Matt break down what went wrong, as well as the strengths & deficiencies of this team through 1 week. Another opportunity presents itself on primetime, & after a rocky start to the season…. We’ve got a chance to knock ROCKY off in Philadelphia. Stay the course. Keep the faith. | |||
| 20 Sep 2023 | Vikes FUMBLE The Bag in Philly + How We Can SHOCK The Chargers @ Home! | 00:37:40 | |
For a lot of fans, it can be tough to stay optimistic after an 0-2 start. We’re here to tell you don’t jump ship yet… This team is -6 in turnover differential, dead last in the league. The best part about this stat is that it’s FIXABLE. There’s a lot of bright spots on this team including standout rookies Jordan Addison & Ivan Pace Jr. Keep the faith & lets claw our way back to a .500 record. | |||
| 27 Sep 2023 | Herbie & Keenan SHOCK The Vikings at Home… + Carolina Preview! (Almost KIRKT🎃BER) | 00:40:38 | |
TOUGH start to this season to say the least. What went wrong against LA? Nick & Matt break down our critical mistakes as well shine a light on the players that ARE performing at an elite level. Right when you thought all hope was lost for the 2023 Vikings, you then realize that this Sunday in Carolina is the official beginning of the annual phenomenon that is KIRKT🎃BER. The Panthers are a depleted team with a ton of injuries. Time to right the ship this Sunday & get a W. | |||
| 06 Oct 2023 | Vikings Straighten The Ship in Carolina + Can We Steal One From The Champs? | 00:37:01 | |
The Vikings improve to 1-3 after a gritty win in Carolina. Harrison Smith & Marcus Davenport led the defense to it’s best performance of the year. Was the DJ Wonnum TD a turning point in the season? Good confidence boost for us with the MVP Patrick Mahomes and & the ever-popular Travis Kelce visiting U.S. Bank this weekend. This has the making of an instant classic with a playoff atmosphere. Taylor Swift in the building or not, the stars will come out at 3:25 on Sunday. | |||
| 12 Oct 2023 | The Swift-Less Chiefs Stun The Vikings @ Home… + 1st Division Matchup of The Season | 00:37:40 | |
The 2023 Minnesota Vikings season is like watching the same horror film week in & week out. Statistically, this team is near the top of the league in yards, pass blocking, run blocking etc. but the Achilles heel is FUMBLING the football. We have now lost 8 fumbles this year, with 6 coming in the FIRST Quarter. Have to find a way to change the narrative or we may have to talk draft capital pretty soon…. Let’s start our division matchups on the right note this weekend in Chicago. | |||
| 22 Oct 2023 | Vikings Tranquilize The Bears in Chicago + PRIMETIME Purple on MNF | 00:35:32 | |
The Vikings beat the bears last weekend with a lot left to be desired. Adjusting without Justin Jefferson was a struggle for most of this game. A win is a win however, & our toughest test so far is right in front of us in primetime. FIND a way & go to Green Bay with MOMENTUM Halloween weekend. | |||
| 26 Oct 2023 | UPSET ALERT on MNF 🚨 + NFC North Battle at Lambeau | 00:41:01 | |
Your Minnesota Vikings shocked the world on Monday night taking down the constantly praised San Francisco 49ers. On the shoulders of Kirk Cousins, nearly our entire team rose to the occasion to take down the NFC contender. Jordan Addison became a STAR, TJ secured everything, & KOC was locked in from a play calling standpoint. HUGE opportunity at Lambeau Field this weekend to get back to .500 against a bitter rival. Are we backkkkk? | |||
| 02 Nov 2023 | Life Without Kirk Cousins… Can We Continue To Win? | 00:39:27 | |
One of the the most bittersweet games in Vikings history this past Sunday. The Vikings roll into Lambeau field & DOMINATE our rival Green Bay Packers… but at what cost? The Vikings lost their cornerstone QB Kirk Cousins to a non-contact Achilles tear late in the game. Life without Kirk is going to be bumpy with a lot of uncertainty, but there is only one choice we have, & that is to forge forward. It’s a next man up league. Let’s see what we can do! | |||
| 09 Nov 2023 | Josh Dobbs TO THE MOON 👩🚀 + New Orleans Preview | 00:41:07 | |
All eyes were on Vikings rookie Jaren Hall early on in Atlanta. After leading a 75-yard drive looking sharp as a tack, Hall took a hit on the goal line that led to an early exit. Insert Josh Dobbs, the journeyman QB & former NASA intern was now under center for a new team on 5 DAYS notice! A gutsy defensive performance ended up complimenting Dobbs perfectly, as he secures his 1st win in purple. Truly a remarkable game. Let’s see what lies ahead! SKOL | |||
| 17 Nov 2023 | Red-Hot Vikings Looking To ELEVATE Their Playoff Hopes @ Mile High ☁️ | 00:42:07 | |
Nick & Matt are LIVE in a van down by the river in Stillwater, MN. This isn’t just any van, this is THE Top The Tater van from Kemps. 2 for $4 all month long at your local Cub. Minnesota & overnight-celebrity Josh Dobbs are riding an absolute WAVE right now. Russell Wilson & the Broncos have won 2 straight against top AFC competition, this is going to be a good one folks… SKOL! | |||
| 24 Nov 2023 | Broncos Benefit From MN’s Self Inflicted Wounds + MNF vs. Chicago | 00:42:43 | |
The Vikings are a good football team that often dominates games. The problem is, turnovers are the Achilles heel of this team. In Kevin O’ Connell’s tenure, the Vikings are 16-0 when they win the turnover margin. 3-9 when they lose the margin. It’s really not rocket science. Fumbles have been hurting us all year. Brian Flores has this defense fired up & primed for a win on Monday Night. MN currently sits in the 6 seed in the NFC playoff race. SKOL | |||
| 01 Dec 2023 | Monday Night Meltdown + Hitting The Homestretch (BYE WEEK) | 00:45:45 | |
The Vikings head in to the bye at an uncomfortable 6-6. The Passtronaut has seemingly come back to earth after back-to-back primetime losses. However, The Vikings still sit in a playoff spot with a chance to control our own destiny. 2 games against low-tier quarterbacks, followed by 3 division games. It’s going to be a wild ride to end the 2023 season. The good news is that we just might be getting healthy at the right time with Justin Jefferson, Jordan Hicks, Akayleb Evans, & potentially Marcus Davenport all slated to return. Keep The Faith. Let’s see what happens! | |||
| 14 Dec 2023 | Vikings D & B-Flo RISE To The Occasion + Cincy Preview | 00:35:07 | |
The Vikings were able to SQUEAK out a win 3-0 in Las Vegas behind a defensive masterclass from Brian Flores & his unit. Nick Mullens will take the reins this week after Josh Dobbs put back-to-back subpar performances on tape. Mullens brings a veteran presence & a pocket passing skillset to an offense that is built for just that. Cincinnati & Minnesota BOTH sit at 7-6 with their playoff hopes alive. This one is bound to be a thriller. SKOL | |||
| 21 Dec 2023 | Vikings Fall Short in The Jungle + MUST-WIN Territory on Christmas Eve 🎄 | 00:35:56 | |
Nick Mullens & Minnesota lost an absolute HEARTBREAKER in Cincy last week. A few inopportune turnovers & failed QB sneaks cost the Vikings a huge game for our playoff hopes. Detroit comes to town this week & a matchup vs. Detroit has NEVER felt bigger. They are a solid team with good offensive weapons. We will get a real chance to see what this Vikings team is made of at the WINTER WHITEOUT at U.S. Bank Stadium. | |||
| 29 Dec 2023 | Lions Secure The NFC North + Primetime On NYE 🪩 | 00:38:52 | |
The Minnesota Vikings suffered a crushing 30-24 loss to the Detroit Lions, who secured the NFC North for the first time in 30 years. Good for the Lions I guess, but if Nick Mullens could’ve limited the INTs, this game was ours for the taking. Now we are down to our last breath on NYE. Green Bay comes to town & is seeking revenge. The rookie Jaren Hall will get the start in what is undoubtedly the biggest game of his career. Excited to see the product Jaren puts on the field this Sunday Night! SKOL. | |||
| 04 Jan 2024 | NYE (New Years Embarrassment) + Week 18 @ Ford Field | 00:38:55 | |
The Vikings season is essentially toast after an abysmal effort in our home building on New Years Eve. Minnesota just didn’t seem to have an edge at all as the Packers ran through our team for a 33-10 victory. While this is extremely disappointing, this team wasn’t built for a playoff run in our current state. TUNE IN for future QB talk, Week 18’s implications, & who the Vikings should look to resign. SKOL. | |||
| 19 Jan 2024 | Vikings Stumble To A 7-10 Record + OFF-SEASON/DRAFT Speculations | 00:41:25 | |
Well Folks, 2023 was NOT our year. The Minnesota Vikings struggled to endure an injury ridden season full of mistakes. Ball Security & the availability of many star players cost us our playoff chances. Now we forge forward to the off-season, focused on building a strong roster for the 2024 season. Will we re-sign Kirk? Draft a QB? These are all questions that will be answered within the coming months. One thing is for certain, the NFC North is getting stronger. We need to get stronger with it. | |||
| 14 Feb 2024 | Vikings Off-Season Wishlist + Reese’s Senior Bowl Recap | 00:41:04 | |
The NFL Offseason is in full swing after Kansas City has officially won back-to-back Super Bowls. In Vikings country, we’re focused on injecting youth into this roster & finding the next great pieces that can bring us to the playoffs. Nick & Matt list their TOP 6 WISHES for this off-season when the dominoes start falling in early March. Also, we dive into winners & losers from the Reese’s Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama. | |||
| 22 Feb 2024 | NFL Prospect Khristian Boyd Joins The Show + No Guaranteed Money For Cousins/Jefferson? | 00:33:41 | |
We welcome Northern Iowa Defensive Tackle Khristian Boyd to the show to talk about his career at UNI & his future NFL opportunities! Boyd has been flying up draft boards after his eye popping performance at the East-West Shrine Bowl. Kirk Cousins & Justin Jefferson’s contract situation remains in question, tune in to hear the latest. | |||
| 29 Feb 2024 | Minnesota Vikings DT Harrison Phillips Joins Us + KOC & Kwesi Combine Presser Reaction | 00:42:10 | |
Current Viking & Walter Payton Man Of The Year Nominee Harrison Phillips joins us to talk offseason, Brian Flores’ defense, & even his golf game! Things are starting to heat up with the NFL Combine firing up this weekend. Keep your eyes on the QB’s & Defensive interior prospects in INDY. The dominos are about to fall, & we’re excited to see which players are retained & which players will be leaving the Minnesota Vikings in 2024. | |||
| 14 Mar 2024 | Vikings SPLASH in Free Agency + TE Brevyn Spann-Ford Joins Us + POST KIRK COUSINS Era Begins…. | 00:39:46 | |
The Minnesota Vikings did not hesitate in day 1 of free agency this past Monday. Jonathan Greenard, Aaron Jones, Andrew Van Ginkel, & Blake Cashman headline our free agent class. Kirk Cousins & Danielle Hunter have officially left the roster & will go to pursue opportunities elsewhere. Loved them both, but it was time. Golden Gopher Alumni & NFL Draft Prospect Brevyn Spann-Ford joins us to talk about his experience at the NFL combine & what he brings to an NFL roster! | |||
| 20 Mar 2024 | Vikings Continue To Build Depth + QB Speculation Episode | 00:39:19 | |
The Minnesota Vikings are staying active in Free agency adding depth in every position group. There has never been more speculation as to what our draft strategy will be. Many expect us to make a run at the 3rd pick & take Drake Maye, while others expect J.J. McCarthy to be the target of our front office. Nick, Matt, & Max break down our thoughts on the situation as well as GRADE our FA pickups so far! | |||
| 15 Apr 2024 | Gabe Henderson From Vikings Entertainment Network Joins Us + NFL Draft Approaching Rapidly | 00:44:34 | |
Gabe Henderson joins us to talk his favorite acquisitions from Free Agency + his intuitions on the NFL Draft. The same questions remain around who the future QB of the Minnesota Vikings will be. This might be the toughest time of year to find accurate information on social media. Smoke is blowing from all directions. Tune in to hear our thoughts on the current landscape of the Minnesota Vikings. SKOL | |||
| 07 May 2024 | Vikings Legend JOHN RANDLE Joins Us + Draft Class Recap | 01:06:17 | |
Hall of fame DT John Randle joins us & brings some elite storytelling with him. Randle elaborates on his involvement with the team & what he thinks of the New Regime. The Ring of Honor member gives us a good perspective of what Minnesota means to him. The Minnesota Vikings put together an impressive draft class in 2024 that should propel this team to playoff-caliber. Nick & Matt break down their first impressions on each player. OTA’s are around the corner! SKOL | |||
| 23 May 2024 | OTA’s UNDERWAY + Levi Drake Rodriguez Joins Us | 00:33:18 | |
Exciting time of year watching the Minnesota Vikings rookies hit the field for OTA’s. 7th Round pick Levi Drake Rodriguez opens up about his journey to the NFL, his commitment to his craft, & his spiritual journey to this point. A true effort player, Rodriguez flew under the radar of many NFL teams & looks to make a name for himself this fall in Purple. SKOL | |||
| 07 Jun 2024 | Justin Jefferson EXTENSION! + Special Teams ACE Najee Thompson Joins + Minicamp Underway | 00:50:20 | |
Najee Thompson joins us to recap his rookie season & what he’ll be refining heading into his second season in the NFL. Flash also gives us a glimpse at what he likes to do outside of Football. 🎳 Mandatory Minicamp has officially begun, & we couldn’t be happier that Justin Jefferson’s extension is FINALLY finished. The Vikings are flying under the radar right now in the eyes of the average NFL fan. This team could be DANGEROUS if we find some consistent QB play this season! | |||
| 19 Jun 2024 | Summer Updates + 53 Man Roster Prediction | 00:42:38 | |
It’s officially summertime in Minnesota! The Vikings report to camp on July 23rd. Nick & Matt keep you dialed in with some summer roster updates, as well as a little speculation. Whether you’re enjoying time at the lake, out on the golf course, or at the office, VikesVerified is here to keep you locked in on Vikings football. At this point in time we’ve given you our best prediction at the Minnesota Vikings Week 1 Roster. SKOL! | |||
| 03 Jul 2024 | Power Ranking The NFC + Minnesota Vikings LB K.J. Cloyd Joins! | 00:43:59 | |
It’s already JULY & Training Camp is right around the corner! Nick & Matt welcome Minnesota Vikings UDFA Linebacker K.J. Cloyd to the show to talk about his mentality & what he has to do to earn a spot on the team. We also rank the TOP 10 teams in the NFC heading into 2024! There is bound to be some COMPETITIVE camp battles this year for sure, with our WR3 spot wide open as well as Sam Darnold & J.J. McCarthy competing every day. Stay locked in with us throughout the summer & the season! SKOL! | |||
| 11 Jul 2024 | Air Force LB Bo Richter Joins + Minnesota Vikings Trade Scenarios | 00:43:16 | |
Fun episode getting an inside look at life in the Air Force Academy with Bo Richter! Definitely not a traditional college athletics experience. Our Heart goes out to the friends & family of Khyree Jackson. Devastating accident that has shocked every fan to the core. R.I.P. Khyree, your legacy will be carried. | |||
| 02 Aug 2024 | Minnesota Vikings Training Camp Talk + Dustin Baker of Vikings Territory Joins! | 00:45:41 | |
The BEST time of year is back! Football has officially begun. The Minnesota Vikings are a team that doesn’t have a ton of expectations with a rookie QB & veteran journeyman in Sam Darnold battling it out for the job. We like it this way. Sure to be a fun training camp with so many camp battles & positions on the line. It’s a new era of Vikings Football, & Lead Editor & VikesNow Producer Dustin Baker joins us to give his perspective. SKOL! | |||
| 14 Aug 2024 | Minnesota Vikings BREAK The Preseason Losing Streak! + Updated 53-Man Roster Prediction | 00:51:00 | |
The Vikings put an exciting product on the field last Saturday against the Las Vegas Raiders at home. Standout performances from rookies Levi Drake Rodriguez, Bo Richter, & Will Reichard have us fired up. Roster cuts are going to be TOUGH this season for our front office. With so many new faces in the building, these last 2 preseason games have big implications for “bubble” players trying to make the 53. Best Time of year. SKOL. | |||
| 27 Aug 2024 | LIVE From The Minnesota State Fair + Vikings Sweep The Preseason (3-0) | 00:36:17 | |
Nick & Matt record live from The Minnesotan booth at the Minnesota State Fair. Late August is truly one of the most joyous times in Minnesota with Regular-Season Vikings football right around the corner. After a dominating performance in Philly, who has done enough to make this 53-Man roster? Hear our takes on who’s in, & who’s out after a very competitive Training Camp at TCO Stadium. | |||
| 05 Sep 2024 | Week 1 Preview - Vikings @ New York | 00:14:44 | |
The Minnesota Vikings head to East Rutherford for a clash with the New York Giants Week 1. Sam Darnold & the Vikings offense look to start strong & get a W on the card before playing San Francisco & Houston at home. Somewhat a revenge game after the Giants knocked us out of the playoffs in 2022. Let the chips fall where they may! Football season is here! | |||
| 11 Sep 2024 | Big W in The Big Apple! 🍎 + Home Opener Preview | 00:43:50 | |
The Minnesota Vikings put a dominant product on the field in Week 1 against the New York Giants. Sam Darnold looked comfortable, Aaron Jones was rumbling, & our defense pitched a near shutout in a 28-6 win. With San Francisco & Houston on the horizon, this game was a “Must Win” for sure. Vikings fans Chase & Blake join us on the “VV Vent Line”, presented by Pulltab Sports. Couldn’t ask for a better start, time to carry that momentum into a clash with a perennial NFC power! 💥 | |||
| 18 Sep 2024 | Darnold & Vikings STUN SF at U.S. Bank + Diggs Returns To Minnesota! | 00:54:52 | |
The Minnesota Vikings are 2-0 after an ELECTRIC home opener knocking off a perennial NFC power. Sam Darnold & Justin Jefferson took the roof off with a 97-yard TD connection. Brian Flores & The Vikings Defense are firing on all cylinders and playing with a RARE energy. Exciting time to be a Vikings fan with a dangerous Houston Texans team coming to town. Lot of storylines in this one including Stefon Diggs, Danielle Hunter, Cam Akers, & Kris Boyd all returning to U.S. Bank Stadium. SKOL! | |||
| 24 Sep 2024 | Houston, The Vikings Did Not Have a Problem! + Border Battle 128 Preview | 00:48:58 | |
To the surprise of many, The Minnesota Vikings are undefeated after 3 weeks! C.J. Stroud & the Houston Texans offense had ZERO answers for B-Flo’s red hot defense at U.S. Bank Stadium. Enjoy these vibes & ride the wave Vikings fans! Green Bay is no joke, winning 2 straight games without their franchise QB. Nick & Matt break down the biggest threats on their offense plus give their game predictions. SKOL | |||
| 01 Oct 2024 | 4-0 Vikings Stun Green Bay - Colin Thompson Joins + Darnold Revenge Game in London 🇬🇧 | 01:00:41 | |
The Minnesota Vikings SMOKED the Packers in the first half, up 28-0 at one point. Green Bay found their identity in the 2nd Half, giving the Vikings their first big scare of the season. Former teammate of Sam Darnold & 6-Year NFL Vet Colin Thompson joins us to break down the Vikings hot start. Sam Darnold has a new found swagger, & you bet he wants to keep that rolling against the team that drafted him, & then GAVE UP on him. RISE & SHINE this Sunday to see if we can roll into our BYE week 5-0…. SKOL! | |||
| 09 Oct 2024 | Vikings Enter Bye Week 5-0 + How Can We Sustain This Success? | 00:43:00 | |
The Minnesota Vikings took down the Jets in London, leading to the firing of NY Head Coach Robert Saleh. It feels wonderful to be 5-0, but we know the Vikings have to continue their strong play before we talk about the postseason. Tune in for our take on the Vikings RB situation, Darnold’s recent play, & why our defense has been so effective. SKOL! | |||
| 22 Oct 2024 | Former Viking Andrew Sendejo Joins + Lions Roar Past Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium | 00:58:05 | |
The Minnesota Vikings winning streak is officially over. Hard fought game, but when it mattered most, Sam Darnold & Minnesota could not move the chains. The NFC North is absolutely STACKED. Despite the loss, we feel great about where we are as a unit right now! Andrew Sendejo joins us to talk about his days in purple, how he made a living in the NFL, & building his new brand. Tune in for high level NFL analysis & good vibes! SKOL. | |||
| 01 Nov 2024 | Minnesota Vikings Drop 2 Straight + Sunday Night Showdown vs. Flacco | 00:58:09 | |
The Minnesota Vikings lost a heartbreaker on Thursday Night Football in LA. In true Vikings fashion, Rams WR’s Cooper Kupp & Puka Nacua were both good to go after coming off injury. The Purple & Gold have a great opportunity in front of them however, playing the bottom 3 of the AFC South. It all starts with Joe Flacco on Sunday Night Football after the shocking benching of number 4 overall pick Anthony Richardson. If Minnesota wants to be a contender, they need to mow these next 3 opponents down. Let’s Go. SKOL! | |||
| 05 Nov 2024 | Vikings Crumple Colts in PRIMETIME + PREDICTING Minnesota’s Remaining Schedule 👀 | 01:02:44 | |
The Minnesota Vikings got back on track after a 2nd Half surge against Joe Flacco & INDY. If you look at this game on paper, it should not have been close. Despite turning the ball over 3 times, Sam Darnold stepped up when it mattered most. Friend of the show Taylor Streiff joins to help us predict the Vikings schedule from this point on! KEEP STACKING WINS! SKOL! | |||
| 15 Nov 2024 | Welcome To The Romo Show! + Vikings On Broadway This Sunday | 00:41:07 | |
Sometimes, you gotta win ugly. That’s exactly what the Minnesota Vikings had to do down in Florida last week. On the shoulders of Parker Romo’s 4 Field Goals, Minnesota was able to squeak out a 12-7 win. Now we have another 2 win team on the checklist, the Tennessee Titans. Brian Flores will be doing his best to turn Will Levis into another meme this Sunday! SKOL | |||
| 20 Nov 2024 | Minnesota Vikings SWEEP AFC South + Soldier Field Showdown ⚔️ | 00:38:41 | |
The Minnesota Vikings sit at 8-2 after another road Victory in Nashville. There’s always going to be critics, but if you’re not happy with this team so far, I’m not sure what to tell you. The Chicago Bears have been in TURMOIL the last 4-6 weeks, on the verge of cleaning house. Kevin O’ Connell & his crew need to start fast in this one & let B-Flo’s defense suffocate the struggling Caleb Williams. 1 week at a time! SKOL! | |||
| 27 Nov 2024 | 9-2 How ‘Bout You? + Former Viking Cam Smith Joins! | 01:04:16 | |
The Minnesota Vikings made it interesting at Soldier Field (per usual) & needed overtime to take down the Chicago Bears. The Vikings offense was impressive, with Jordan Addison, Aaron Jones, & TJ Hockenson stepping up big time while Jefferson was triple covered. Minnesota moves to 2-1 in a historically GREAT NFC North. Cam Smith joins the show to talk rooming with Sam Darnold at USC & his experience as a Viking. SKOL! | |||
| 04 Dec 2024 | 10 Wins By December 1st🔥 + Kirko Returns To U.S. Bank | 00:46:17 | |
Sam Darnold & The Minnesota Vikings CAUGHT FIRE in the 4th quarter last Sunday against Kyler & The Arizona Cardinals. Minnesota's offense was SNOOZING until late in the 3rd quarter when we had to have it. Hats off to K1 & AZ, they are no joke. The highly anticipated return of Kirk Cousins is finally here with a 6-6 struggling Falcons team coming to town. Atlanta has their back against the wall in must-win territory... It's going to be a great one. 10-2, how do you do? SKOL | |||
| 11 Dec 2024 | Darnold Distribution System Spoils Cousins’ Homecoming + Footwear Artist “MACHE” Joins! | 01:06:02 | |
What an ELECTRIC win at U.S. Bank Stadium last Sunday! Justin Jefferson & Jordan Addison combine for 15 Catches, 265 Yards, & 5 TD’s in the victory. Sam Darnold is 1st Vikings QB since 2004 to throw 5 TD’s in a game (Culpepper) + Master of custom footwear Dan Gamache aka “MACHE275” joins the show to talk about his process making cleats for NFL players, as well as a behind the scenes look at Jordan Addison’s “AE1” cleats from last week. | |||
| 26 Dec 2024 | Vikings SILENCE The 12's in Seattle + Vikings-Packers Preview | 00:39:32 | |
Sam Darnold continues his magical season with an epic game-winner to Justin Jefferson late in the 4th quarter in Seattle. Minnesota has everything to play for with Green Bay & Detroit on the horizon. The return of Ivan Pace Jr. & Harrison Smith will be critical in stopping Josh Jacobs & the Green Bay Offense. Enjoy the journey Vikings fans, this is a rare team. 13-2. SKOL! | |||
| 07 Jan 2025 | Red-Zone Woes Cost Vikings in Detroit + WILD CARD WEEKEND in LA | 00:39:09 | |
The Minnesota Vikings had a TOUGH go at Ford Field in week 17, not scoring a single Touchdown in a 9-31 loss. Totally different ballgame if we're able to capitalize in goal-to-go situations. Minnesota will head west to LA to take on the Rams on Monday Night. After losing to the Stafford & the Rams earlier this season, Minnesota will look to keep this magical season alive with a STATEMENT in Sam Darnold's native state. | |||
| 18 Jan 2025 | Maybe Next Year Vikings Nation + What Does MN Need To Address? | 00:54:11 | |
The Minnesota Vikings magical season came to a brutal halt in Glendale on Monday Night. Sean McVay & The Rams outclassed us & got some luck along the way as well. Tough result for a team that felt destined for a run. A positive spin is that a lot of our issues were exposed in this game, & we have the cap space to address those needs this offseason. Hang in there Vikings faithful. ONE DAY! | |||
| 12 Feb 2025 | Super Bowl Aspirations - How can Minnesota get there? + Free Agency Preview | 00:50:45 | |
The Vikings should have a great idea of what they need to address this offseason in order to go the distance. HINT: INVEST IN THE TRENCHES! Minnesota has the skill players to do it, but they need to dominate up front if they want to play in February. Nick & Matt answer fan questions as well about how this offseason could unfold! SKOL- Onward & Upward! | |||
| 25 Feb 2025 | NFL Draft + Free Agency Targets - Live From Fish Lake | 00:39:12 | |
FIELD TRIP for the show this week at Fish Lake in Maple Grove Minnesota. Gateway fiber delivered high-speed WiFi to a fish house for this episode! Nick & Matt unveil a few of their favorite targets in Free Agency as well as the NFL draft. Only about 2 more weeks until things really HEAT up in Vikings territory. SKOL! | |||
| 11 Mar 2025 | Day 1 Free Agency Recap + Backup QB Speculation | 00:45:35 | |
The Minnesota Vikings addressed multiple positions of need during the first day of legal tampering. Another strong Free Agency will allow us to draft the best available talent in the 1st round instead of reaching for a position of need. Is Minnesota in on the Aaron Rodgers sweepstakes? Nick & Matt weigh in on the matter. SKOL! | |||
| 27 Mar 2025 | Vikings Attack Free Agency + Live Offseason Q&A | 00:47:19 | |
The Minnesota Vikings got aggressive in Free Agency, addressing their deficiencies one after the other. Very refreshing to see us be proactive & negotiate great contracts. With the NFL Draft less than one month away, it's fun to speculate what Minnesota might do with their limited draft capital.... Trade back? Take best available at 24? Trade up for a star? Time will tell! SKOL. | |||
| 12 Apr 2025 | Vikings OLB Bo Richter Joins + Pre-Draft Updates | 00:50:37 | |
The Richter scale continues to reach new magnitudes.... Bo Richter went from UDFA to major contributor his rookie season. Bo breaks down his process, mindset, & what his goals are in 2025. The NFL Draft is less than 2 weeks away & we can't wait to see who the newest Vikings will be. Football season isn't too far away, but this is a year-round league. SKOL. | |||
| 08 Oct 2020 | Episode 001: Vikings @ Seahawks Preview | 00:28:15 | |
Covering matchups, x factors, predictions & more! Look for more content coming bi-weekly! | |||
| 15 Oct 2020 | Episode 002: Vikings vs. Falcons Preview | 00:34:33 | |
Taking a brief look at the heartbreaker in Seattle & what plays cost us the game. Transitioning into a preview of this weeks game vs. ATL at U.S. Bank Stadium. | |||
| 26 Oct 2020 | Episode 003: Bye Week Special | 00:17:06 | |
Covering potential trade fits for the Vikings as well as around the league coverage from Week 7. | |||
| 30 Oct 2020 | Episode 004: Vikings @ Packers Preview | 00:29:06 | |
Previewing the 121st edition of the classic border battle as well as around the league talk. Guest appearances included. SKOL | |||
| 06 Nov 2020 | Episode 005: Lions @ Vikings Preview | 00:20:08 | |
Recapping last weekend's encouraging performance in Green Bay & diving into this weeks critical matchup against the Detroit Lions. Featuring "MaxxYourBets" segment to finish the episode. SKOL! | |||
| 16 Nov 2020 | Episode 006: Vikings @ Bears Preview | 00:26:00 | |
A look into the critical NFC North matchup on Monday Night Football featuring Bears fan Mike Rybarczyk. Brining predictions as well as an outlook for the rest of the season. SKOL! | |||
| 20 Nov 2020 | Episode 007: Vikings vs. Cowboys Preview | 00:36:14 | |
Recapping week 10's victory in Chicago, then diving into America's Game Of The Week this Sunday vs. The Dallas Cowboys. Guest appearance from Cowboys fan Zach Oruruo as well as an updated look at the NFC playoff race. | |||
| 27 Nov 2020 | Episode 008: Vikings vs. Carolina Preview | 00:32:13 | |
Recapping the Vikings devastating loss to the Dallas Cowboys in Week 10. Highlighting the current NFC Playoff race & seeing how the Vikings fare, as well as previewing this weekends game against the Carolina Panthers. | |||
| 04 Dec 2020 | Episode 009: Vikings vs. Jacksonville Preview | 00:41:02 | |
In depth recap of the miraculous win against Carolina a week ago as well as an updated look at the wild card race. Guest Taylor Streiff joins the show to share his thoughts on the season thus far. Stick around for our Maxxyourbets segment featuring co-host Max Dinesen. | |||
| 11 Dec 2020 | Episode 10: Vikings @ Tampa Bay Preview | 00:29:25 | |
Diving into the Vikings nailbiter vs. Jax & Their inability to start fast in 2020. Also bringing plenty of positives & the updated NFC playoff bracket. | |||
| 18 Dec 2020 | Episode 11: Vikings vs. Bears Preview | 00:39:45 | |
Examining the loss at Tampa Bay last weekend as well as Dan Bailey's troubles. Stick around for a guest feature from proud purple fan Sam Steinwand. Talking all things Bears-Vikings, as well as our road to the playoffs. Maxxyourbets is also back this week! Tune into Max Dinesen at the end of the episode & let him make your pockets a little bit deeper. SKOL | |||
| 25 Dec 2020 | Episode 12: What Happened To The Vikings In 2020? + Saints Christmas Day Preview | 00:36:45 | |
Nick & Matt discuss the downfall of the 2020 Vikings & what caused them to (probably) miss the playoffs. Highlighting some bright spots of the team such as our star studded rookie class & the development they've put on film. Also previewing the Christmas Day matchup with the Saints capped off by a Maxxyourbets segment from Mr. Max Dinesen. | |||
| 03 Jan 2021 | Episode 13: Shifting Focus To Offseason & Lions Preview | 00:26:48 | |
Nick & Matt discuss the questions marks on the roster as we head into the offseason. Brief Lions preview along with the implications that this final "meaningless" game provides. SKOL VIKES | |||
| 14 Jan 2021 | Episode 14: Wrapping Up The Season + Team Awards + Draft Talk | 00:20:17 | |
Nick & Matt dive into the disappointment that came along with the 2020 Vikings season. The vikesverified team gives out team awards and also weighs in on the 2021 NFL Draft & which direction the Vikings should go with the #14 Pick! | |||