Mackey & Judd -- a Minnesota Sports Podcast

What Minnesota Vikings can learn from Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott’s decision to go for the win even though they came up short; Why Cam Dantzler and Bashaud Breeland are trending in the right direction; Why Klint Kubiak gets it after a week of self scouting; Adam Thielen’s toughness; Minnesota Wild getting national love; Who doesn’t get it: triggered hockey fans, Ben Roethlisberger and more; (33:00) Talkin’ Timberwolves: Marc Lore working on his jump shot? And why Anthony Edwards poised for a big season; (46:00) Random season Recall: 2005-06 Wild.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Minnesota Vikings are the 10th best team in the NFL in terms of ESPN’s FPI rankings and Reusse agrees! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings statements on Kirk Cousins saving Mike Zimmer’s job again!; How will the Vikings look out of the bye week?; Why Cousins has evolved and taken the next step; Did the self scouting work?; Would somebody have gotten fired if the Vikings had lost to the Panthers?; Christian Darrisaw with an impressive start at left tackle; (24:00) Bears Vent Line; (27:23) Randy Vikes 69 stud stable after the vikings win!; (34:45) Other Weekend Statements on the controversial ending to the St. Cloud State-Gopher hockey!; Minnesota Wild statements after their 2-0 start and Gopher football.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you are a baseball fan, you don't want to miss one. Patrick explains why games aren't going to be shortened anytime soon and tells us what the Twins are thinking when it comes to their next hitting coach. Patrick also has thoughts on the Vikings and Gophers football wins and plenty of other topics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Minnesota Wild started the season 2-0 with wins over the Los Angeles Kings and Anaheim Ducks. Overreactions on Kevin Fiala, the power play units, Cam Talbot Minnesota top line of Kirill Kaprizov, Joel Eriksson Ek and Mats Zuccarello and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings therapy on Kirk Cousins-Mike Zimmer relationship; The Vikings offense not taking enough shots; Would you rather have former Super Bowl winner Doug Pederson or Kellen Moore running the Vikings?; Trade a draft pick for Mike Tomlin?; Are Byron Buxton and Dalvin Cook the same player in different sports?; (36:30) Judd’s keys to a Vikings win over the Carolina Panthers!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The MLB playoffs ended in controversy with a bad check swing in the Dodgers-Giants and See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is Minnesota Vikings offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak already on the hot seat?!; (11:30) Ben Simmons reported to the 76ers but what does it mean for his trade value and should the Minnesota Timberwolves have interest?; (22:00) Chicago Blackhawks center Dylan Strome is available via trade, should Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin make a move?; (27:05) Greg Wyhsynski from ESPN joins to talk Minnesota Wild season projections and the NHL’s move back to ESPN; (51:00) Old Tweets Exposed on Timberwolves takes.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Minnesota Vikings seem to always be stuck in purgatory every NFL season, which is good for business but also handcuffs your Super Bowl window!; (28:01) Write That Down predictions on the Minnesota Wild and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Wild season preview and predictions on points, goals, standings, rookie of the year, most improved, biggest disappointment and more for the upcoming NHL season; Stanley Cup picks and the NHL’s return to ESPN!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Minnesota Vikings offense need to start taking more shots down the field and Klint Kubiak does NOT get it; Jon Gruden being the scapegoat for the NFL; Minnesota Twins playoff failures being magnified in this current MLB playoffs; Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin’s viral clip about changing the team’s culture; NFL quarterbacks and more on who gets it; who doesn’t; (38:00) Minnesota Timberwolves preseason takeaways on Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards; (52:00) Random Season Recall 2014-15 Timberwolves!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Did Minnesota Vikings want Dallas Goedert before they traded for Chirs Herndon from the Jets; Would the Vikings have fired Mike Zimmer if they had lost to the Lions?; (16:00) Gopher football scoops; (25:00) Scoops on Timberwolves, Wild and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings statements after a win over the Detroit Lions! Let Kirk Cousins celebrate; Thank goodness for the Detroit Lions; Klint Kubiak and Mike Zimmer’s archaic mindset on offense; Christian Darrisaw making his NFL debut; Dan Campbell’s decision to go for two points!; (31:58) Randy Vikes 69 *STUD* stable after the Vikings win over the Lions; Other weekend statements on the Vikings. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patrick has plenty of opinions on the Vikings' narrow win over Detroit, the MLB playoffs and goes down memory lane when it comes to baseball.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Should Minnesota Vikings blow it all up, move on from Kirk Cousins, Mike Zimmer and Rick Spielman and start from scratch?; (14:00) The conundrum of quarterback vs. head coach in the NFL; Watching Nelson Cruz succeed in the playoffs and other random comments; (29:00) Judd’s keys to a Vikings win over the Lions!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Minnesota Wild are wrapping up the preseason and the hype around Marco Rossi is legit; The Wild are actually going to have a lethal power play?!; Are Victor Rask and Frederick Gaudreau the best linemates for Kevin Fiala and Matt Dumba’s impressive passes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Did Minnesota Vikings make a mistake spending their free agency money on defense and should they have spent the money on the offensive side of the ball?; (27:08) Write That Down predictions on the Timberwolves, Wild, Vikings and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Timberwolves preseason opener takeaways and did Glen Taylor rally the troops in an impressive preseason opener?; The Minnesota Wild empowering Joel Eriksson Ek on the top line with Kirill Kaprizov and Mats Zuccarello; Miguel Sano not getting it with claiming he’s going to lose weight; the month of October being the best sports month of the year; (21:00) Mackey’s dilemma from over the weekend; (26:30) Jim Pohlad’s ridiculous comments giving the Twins management an A+ grade for the 2021 season; (39:00) Random Season Recall 2008 Twins!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Timberwolves Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations has reached out to the 76ers on Ben Simmons; What would the Wolves offer?; Can Minnesota be a top 10 team in the West?; (15:00) Gopher football scoops on Trey Potts; (18:30) Minnesota Twins scoops with the season ending on Byron Buxton and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings statements after a Week 4 loss to the Cleveland Browns dropping the team 1-3 on the season; Mike Zimmer and Kirk Cousins not being able to beat winning teams; Why can’t the Vikings orchestrate a game-winning drive; Is someone going to get fired?; (29:26) Randy Vikes 69 *DUD* stable and more Vikings statements!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patrick marvels at the Vikings' loss to Cleveland, tells us who is getting blamed for the Vikings defeat and weighs in on the Anthony Barr situation. Does Pat think Mike Zimmer could get fired during the season? Also, find out why Patrick is bringing up Christian Ponder's name.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins just padding his stats or is it different this time?; Shower beers; Why NFL Redzone is the BEST; Why the Minnesota Twins need to keep Byron Buxton long term; Plus other off the wall questions on Feedback Friday!; (36:00) Judd’s Keys to a Vikings win over the Cleveland Browns in Week 4!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Wild preseason takeaways; will Adam Beckman make the team after another noticeable performance against the Avalanche; Jon Merrill making a solid impression; Mats Zuccarello playmaking ability; And thoughts on the NHL switching TV partners.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Timberwolves scoops on Karl-Anthony Towns; Sachin Gupta’s pursuit of Ben Simmons; how good can the Wolves be without Ben Simmons?; (15:00) Minnesota Vikings scoops on Christian Darrisaw, the offensive line and more; (21:00) Will the Minnesota Twins extend Byron Buxton or Michael Pineda this offseason?; (33:00) The new Mike Zimmer evolving from his old ways with giving players days off, defending kickers and more!; (48:00) Old Tweets ExposedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Timberwolves core values going forward now that new owners Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore are officially in the fold; (23:30) Mackey’s inside info on why Gersson Rosas was let go; (29:28) Write That Down!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why Bill Belichick should’ve retired after Tom Brady left; Vikings-Browns thoughts and more on this edition of Wrap with Reusse!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Timberwolves scoops on Karl-Anthony Towns, behind the scenes of Gersson Rosas’ dismissal; (17:30) Sachin Gupta taking over as Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations; (25:00) Gopher football debacle against Bowling Green and more on a scoop with Doogie!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins has put himself in the MVP conversation through the first three games; The defense needing to bending and not break; Mike Zimmer getting a big win; Mark Sanchez LOVING himself some Kirk Cousins; Justin Jefferson having a big day; The Gopher football team laying an EGG against Bowling Green!; (34:00) Randy Vikes 69 *STUD* stable after the Vikings win!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Minnesota Timberwolves formally introduce Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore at a press conference as limited partners to eventually succeed longtime owner Glen Taylor.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings vs. Seattle Seahawks: Keys to a Vikings win! Judd’s four keys makes his return involving Dalvin Cook, US Bank Stadium, defensive line and lock it down; (23:15) Gopher women’s basketball coach Lindsay Whalen joins the show discuss Gophers, Vikings, Lynx, See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Reusse has thoughts on Gersson Rosas being fired by the Minnesota Timberwolves. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Timeline and fallout of Gersson Rosas exit as president of basketball operations of the Minnesota Timberwolves and why Glen Taylor is to blame; (29:46) Scoops with Doogie on the Rosas fallout and the Ben Simmons trade, Jalen Suggs almost committing to the Gophers, plus a barking scooby in the background!; (56:00) Old Tweets Exposed! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Minnesota Timberwolves fired Gersson Rosas! Mackey & Judd react to the breaking news. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ben Simmons will not report to 76ers training camp and intends to NEVER play a game for the 76ers; (21:00) Reckless trade proposals to land Simmons in Minnesota; (27:09) Write That Down! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin takes us behind the scenes on how the Kirill Kaprizov contract got done and his expectations for the season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Minnesota Wild have signed Kirill Kaprizov to a 5-year, $45 million contract. Judd and Declan react to the breaking news.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings kicker Greg Joseph cost the team a Week 2 win against the Arizona Cardinals and why does this always happen to us!; Kirk Cousins should be pissed off; Mike Zimmer’s defense continues to get gashed; Dalvin Cook’s workload; Gopher football with a big win and other weekend observations; (41:01) Randy Vikes 69 dud stable from week 2!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why Major League Baseball is possibly heading towards a serious problem this offseason and which Minnesota Twins players get traded this winter? It's a therapeutic episode of Talkin' Twins with Judd Zulgad and Jake Depue!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Where Kirk Cousins criticism is valid or unfair; Will the Vikings end up tanking by the bye week and should they have tanked last season to land Justin Fields or Mac Jones? Is Kirk Cousins just Eli Manning 2.0? That and more on Feedback Friday!; (33:00) Judd’s Keys for the Vikings Week 2 matchup vs. Arizona Cardinals!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings scoops on Cam Dantzler, Week 2 vs. Cardinals, Christian Darrisaw, Anthony Barr and more; (15:00) Minnesota Timberwolves scoops on Patrick Beverley, Jordan McLaughlin, Jarred Vanderbilt, Leonardo Bolmaro being introduced; (24:00) Reckless Speculation on the Vikings possibly starting 0-2 ; (47:00) Old Tweets Exposed!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Wild five burning questions! What would it take for the Wild trading Kirill Kaprizov?; Which rookie will make a bigger impact this season Marco Rossi or Matthew Boldy?; Which defenseman takes the biggest step with Ryan Suter gone?; Was it a mistake to not obtain a center? And should the Wild bring back in Eric Staal?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Minnesota Vikings Kirk Cousins-Mike Zimmer era has been a failure according to Keyshawn Johnson and ESPN Get Up crew; (25:00) Bears Vent Line; (28:43) Write That DownSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Reusse reflects on the late Norm McDonald after his sudden passing on Tuesday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr gets it and Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins does NOT; ESPN’s new broadcast crew in Peyton Manning and Eli Manning get it; Another epic Minnesota Twins loss to the New York Yankees; Klint Kubiak and more on who gets it; who doesn’t; (34:00) Packer Vent Line; (46:00) Random Szn Recall: 2005-06 Minnesota Timberwolves!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Could USC pry away Gopher football coach PJ Fleck and possibly athletic director Mark Coyle?; (14:00) Minnesota Vikings scoops on Cam Dantzler trade rumors; (17:00) Ben Simmons rumors from Doogie’s conversation with ESPN Insider Brian WindhorstSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Reusse believes the Vikings are a complete mess after Week 1, plus thoughts on P.J. Fleck rumors to USC! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Timberwolves are the betting favorites to acquire Ben Simmons from the Philadelphia 76ers via Bovada in Las Vegas, why Kirill Kaprizov hasn’t re-signed with the Minnesota Wild, Mike Zimmer lack of evolving with the times and more on this edition of Feedback Friday; (27:00) Judd’s Keys to a Vikings win over the Bengals.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Reusse can't stand the NFL's officiating after the first game of the 2021 season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings scoops on Brian O’Neill getting a brand new contract; (10:00) Expectations for the 2021 season; (16:00) Will Anthony Barr be good to go in Week 1?; (19:00) Minnesota Timberwolves scoops on Anthony Edwards, Ben Simmons and more; (31:00) Joe Ryan’s impressive start for the Minnesota Twins; (44:00) Kirill Kaprizov contract talk negotiations and a reckless trade idea involving TRADING Kaprizov...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer the next Tom Coughlin, who helped the New York Giants win two Super Bowls; (23:40) Write That Down predictions on the Vikings, Twins, Wild and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.