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Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer discuss the reinforcements coming to this Vikings team from receiver Justin Jefferson to cornerback Akayleb Evans. But one of the changes might not be at quarterback, where coaches could stick with Joshua Dobbs for the next game. They also talk about edge rusher Marcus Davenport's outlook and whether we're headed for a weekly QB debate.

Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer discuss head coach Kevin O'Connell's comments entering the bye week regarding his decision at quarterback. Why does veteran Nick Mullens make the most sense? What happened with Joshua Dobbs' struggles? They also open the mailbag and answer your questions about the run game, NFC playoff matchups, D.J. Wonnum and more.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Jim Souhan emerge from the locker room at U.S. Bank Stadium to recap the Vikings' 12-10 loss to the Bears. Will that be the last start for quarterback Joshua Dobbs? Kevin O'Connell said he'll mull a change over the bye week. They discuss Dobbs' performance, O'Connell's night, edge rusher Danielle Hunter's dominance, Jordan Addison's lament and more.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand open the mailbag and answer your Vikings questions about the roster's development and needs, coordinator Brian Flores' defensive philosophy, the approach with quarterback Joshua Dobbs and more.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss the factors in Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson's return from a hamstring injury and the likelihood everyone will be waiting another two weeks to see him on the field. They also preview Monday night's Vikings-Bears game, look back at Kareem Jackson's hit on Joshua Dobbs, and discuss the possibility of Ty Chandler getting more work.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand open the mailbag and answer your Vikings questions regarding quarterback Joshua Dobbs' incredible start, the NFC vs. AFC playoff fields, Marcus Davenport's health, nicest players, and more.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss the impact of losing linebacker Jordan Hicks for the foreseeable future and the Vikings' reunion with linebacker Anthony Barr. They also preview Sunday night's game against the Broncos and old nemesis Russell Wilson.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Jim Souhan return from the locker room at U.S. Bank Stadium to discuss what they saw and heard during and after the Vikings' 27-19 win against the Saints. T.J. Hockenson's massive first half while injured, Kevin O'Connell's coaching job, Joshua Dobbs' elusiveness, Brian Flores' defense and more in this episode.

Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer open the mailbag and answer your questions about Vikings cornerbacks, edge rusher Danielle Hunter's future, rookie quarterback Jaren Hall and more in this episode.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand preview Sunday's game against the Saints, marking quarterback Joshua Dobbs' first Vikings start. How many will he make for the Vikings this season? How does Nick Mullens factor? What's the outlook with Justin Jefferson returning to practice?

Five days after being acquired from Arizona, quarterback Joshua Dobbs stepped in and led the Vikings to a 31-28 win over the Falcons. Ben Goessling joins Andrew Krammer from Atlanta to recap Dobbs' performance and mobility, head coach Kevin O'Connell's leadership and the direction of this NFC playoff contender.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand open the mailbag and answer your questions about the outlook for the rest of this season without Kirk Cousins, the running back rotation, the trade deadline and more in this episode.

The Vikings' reconfigured quarterback room, with journeyman Joshua Dobbs joining the mix, came at the cost of being frugal for general manager Kwesi Adodo-Mensah, who said a bigger swing wasn't available. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss Adodo-Mensah's comments after the NFL trade deadline, guard Ezra Cleveland being dealt to Jacksonville, and more in this episode.

The Vikings won at Lambeau Field, but lost quarterback Kirk Cousins for the season. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Jim Souhan discuss the somber mood in Green Bay, where there was little fanfare about the Vikings getting back to .500 with a convincing win. What does this mean for Cousins' future in Minnesota? Who's starting at quarterback the rest of the season?

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand open the mailbag and answer your Vikings questions about the offensive line, quarterback sneaks, the trade deadline and more ahead of Sunday's game in Green Bay.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss a Vikings-Packers rivalry game without a surefire Hall of Famer on the opposing sideline. The Vikings are favored to win. How confident should anyone be about Sunday's game? What are the chances they make the playoffs? Are we surprised at the confidence in this Brian Flores-led defense?

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Jim Souhan leave a victorious locker room inside U.S. Bank Stadium and discuss the Vikings' 22-17 upset victory over the 49ers on Monday night. How impressive was Jordan Addison's night? Did the offensive line play even better? What does this say about this year's expectations and what this team can do?

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand open the mailbag and answer your questions about Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores, how well this 2023 team has been coached, and which defenders have taken steps forward through six games.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss the physical challenge ahead of the Vikings on Monday night, when the 49ers arrive trying to get back into the win column. Brian Flores will blitz his way through Marcus Davenport's absence, likely including against Brock Purdy. Will the Vikings start 0-4 at home this year?

Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer emerge from the visiting locker room at Soldier Field in Chicago and discuss the Vikings' 19-13 win over the Bears on Sunday. Edge rusher Danielle Hunter led a potent pass rush with two sacks. They discuss his place on the Vikings' all-time sack list. They also delve into an offense that looked lost at times without Justin Jefferson.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand open the mailbag and answer your questions ranging from the recent injuries sustained on the slit film artificial turf at U.S. Bank Stadium to how this young locker room is transitioning in terms of leadership. They also discuss Danielle Hunter's trade value, the outlook at receiver and more.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss the fallout from receiver Justin Jefferson's hamstring injury, including how the Vikings offense can pivot and which players could share the load. Plus nothing goes wrong in Chicago, right? They preview Sunday's game to what has been a house of horrors for the Vikings in not-too-distant memory.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Chip Scoggins emerge from the locker room at U.S. Bank Stadium and discuss the Vikings' 27-20 loss to the Chiefs. Receiver Justin Jefferson has a hamstring injury. They still can't get out of their own way. They're 1-4. At least the Bears are up next?

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand open up the mailbag and answer your Vikings questions about Sunday's matchup against the Chiefs, whether or not this team is destined for an 8-9 record, and roster decisions.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand preview Sunday's game against the Chiefs, whether or not Taylor Swift will be there, and how the Vikings are adjusting to life with Marcus Davenport and the looming threat of an O-line change.

Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand open the mailbag and answer your questions about the Vikings' high-powered offense stalling in the red zone, the signing of Marcus Davenport, other D-line decisions, and Ben Goessling joins at the end to discuss whether Kyler Murray would be a fit in Minnesota.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand preview the Vikings' next test in Carolina, where old friend Adam Thielen awaits and the offensive line could look different. What will be Dalton Risner's role? What about Cam Akers' first game? How does this game fit into the season's outlook?

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Chip Scoggins return from the Vikings locker room to discuss Sunday's 28-24 loss to the Chargers. How did they drop that game? What's the outlook from 0-3? What flaws are fixable? What should the expectations be for the rest of the season?

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand answer your Vikings questions that range from safety Lewis Cine's role to whether the team would consider being sellers if the losing continues into October. They also talk about the run game and general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's portfolio.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand preview Sunday's game against the Chargers, discuss the signing of guard Dalton Risner and play a game called Name That Guard! Can you name all 12 guards to start in front of Kirk Cousins since 2018?

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Jim Souhan exited the visiting locker room at Lincoln Financial Field and discussed everything from receiver Justin Jefferson's fumble through the end zone (one of four by the team) to injuries and a talent discrepancy with both offensive and defensive lines.

Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer open up the mailbag and answer your questions no matter how tongue-in-cheek. What number would Aaron Rodgers wear for the Vikings? Would the Jets come calling for Cousins? What are the reasonable expectations for the O-line this year? What's the plan with Brian Asamoah?

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss the level of concern around the Vikings' season-opening loss to the Buccaneers and preview Thursday night's matchup in Philadelphia against the reigning NFC Champions.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Jim Souhan recap the Vikings' 20-17 loss to the Buccaneers from U.S. Bank Stadium, where some familiar issues cropped up in the season opener. What to make of the injured offensive line? What about Justin Jefferson's day and lack of a new contract? They also discuss quarterback Kirk Cousins' interception at the goal line and look around the NFC North in Week 1.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand answer your Vikings questions as they will every Friday before a regular Sunday game. This week's topics include how the backfield will shake out behind Alexander Mattison, the offensive line depth, and where cornerback Andrew Booth Jr. falls in the pecking order. Krammer goes solo for 15 minutes to answer a couple more, plus share a bit of his interview with Mattison about the NFL running back market and how Alexander landed on coming back to Minnesota.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand are back again to discuss receiver Justin Jefferson's contract and whether he'll get paid ahead of Sunday's season opener against the Buccaneers. They also delve into the details of T.J. Hockenson's new deal and preview the Tampa Bay matchup.

The Vikings have the NFL's highest-paid tight end in T.J. Hockenson after agreeing to a four-year extension worth up to $68.5 million. Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer discuss the deal and remaining negotiations on offense. Then Mark Craig, the Star Tribune's NFL writer, joins to talk about new faces on the 53-man roster you should know from undrafted rookies NaJee Thompson and Ivan Pace Jr. to punt returner Brandon Powell.

Training camp is over. The preseason is nearing the end. Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer discuss tight end T.J. Hockenson's list of issues and reported contract demands. Will the Vikings keep three quarterbacks with the new NFL rule? Will that be rookie Jaren Hall? Or is Minnesota native Trey Lance still an option after he was relegated to No. 3 duties in San Francisco? They also break down players on the roster bubble ahead of Tuesday's cutdown deadline.

The Vikings are in their most important stretch of August, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell, who has many decisions to make when the team settles on a 53-man roster soon. Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer discuss what they've seen at training camp and answer your questions.

Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer preview the Vikings' preseason opener in Seattle. Who's going to play? What can be learned? They also discuss the outlook at cornerback, where Akayleb Evans appears set for a big role. Plus is Jordan Addison on a quick trajectory to the No. 2 receiver?

The Vikings hosted starting guard Dalton Risner on a free-agent visit this week. Minnesota’s pass-rush outlook also got a lot better with Danielle Hunter and the team agreeing to a patchwork, one-year deal that can send him on his way in 2024. Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer discuss possible roster moves, training camp observations, the team’s plan with Hunter, and more.

Will Danielle Hunter be on the team in 2023? What about Justin Jefferson's contract extension? Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand kick off Vikings training camp discussing top storylines, including star players, rookie receiver Jordan Addison and more.

After the Vikings' last OTA of the offseason, the Star Tribune's Andrew Krammer and Purple Insider's Matthew Coller ran through a list of players ahead of training camp. Who's trending up after the offseason program? Who needs a great camp and preseason the most?

Receiver Justin Jefferson reported to the first mandatory Vikings practice on Tuesday. Edge rusher Danielle Hunter did not, marking the first time the former 2015 draft pick is holding out. Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer discuss Jefferson’s ongoing contract negotiations, the reasons why Hunter’s pay remains an issue, and answer your questions about the defense, quarterback Kirk Cousins and more on this Access Vikings episode.

The voluntary OTAs are over. The Vikings' first mandatory practices are set for next week. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss whether Dalvin Cook, Justin Jefferson and Danielle Hunter will be there. They also discuss the directions Brian Flores is taking last year's 31st-ranked pass defense.

The Vikings’ first “full team” practices of the offseason continue to miss notable players. Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer discuss the absences of running back Dalvin Cook — and the likelihood he’ll be traded — and receivers Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison. What are the factors in Jefferson’s negotiations for an eventual mega deal? What did head coach Kevin O’Connell say about Addison being sidelined?

The Star Tribune's Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss storylines around Vikings spring practices at TCO Performance Center in Eagan, including coordinator Brian Flores changing over the defense, running back Dalvin Cook's absence and open competitions on the roster.

The Vikings added much-needed depth in the secondary and defensive line during the final rounds of the NFL Draft. Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer discuss third-round cornerback Mekhi Blackmon, a versatile and physical defender out of USC. They also share what drew the Vikings to BYU quarterback Jaren Hall in the fifth round and what the seventh-round pick of a running back means.

The Vikings landed a coveted cohort for superstar Justin Jefferson on Thursday night. Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer discuss USC receiver Jordan Addison, one of the youngest players in this year's NFL Draft, as well as GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's decision to stay put at No. 23 overall and the quick run on quarterbacks.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand preview the Vikings draft this week, discuss Goessling sending Florida's Anthony Richardson to the Vikings in his mock draft, what the Vikings are looking for in a successor to Kirk Cousins, non-QB options in the first round, trade scenarios and more.