Purple Daily - A Minnesota Vikings Podcast

The Minnesota teams completed a weekend sweep over Wisconsin after the Vikings 24-17 win over the Packers. Kirk Cousins redeemed himself tonight having a big game to save the Vikings season as we talked with you, the listener, about everything from the kicking game to the defensive line's performance. All that and much more on this Border Battle edition of Vikings Vent Line!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller chats with Eric Eager of Pro Football Focus about where the Vikings' offense has gone wrong and what can be done to fix some of the problems. Are they still a playoff team? Is running really the answer? Are turnovers random? What can we make of the Cousins/DeFilippo relationship. What challenges does the Packers' defense offer?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the Vikings sitting at 5-4-1, Matthew Coller and Courtney Cronin talk more on their offensive issues, between Kirk Cousins' turnovers, the offensive line, and offensive coordinator John DeFilippo. Later, Eric Eager of Pro Football Focus checks in with more Vikings analysis.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Vikings' disappointing performance in Chicago on Sunday night left Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad wondering if Minnesota is going to be a playoff team. Coller and Zulgad also discussed another subpar big-game performance from the $84 million quarterback, Kirk Cousins, and placed plenty of blame on Vikings GM Rick Spielman for failing to address the offensive line last offseason. Also, what was up with the "game plan" designed to stop Khalil Mack.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kirk Cousins and the offensive line struggled to deal with the Bears defense as the Vikings lose a must-win game and now sit a game and a half back of Chicago. Judd and Manny took your calls on Kirk, coaching, and Spielmans roster construction. All that and much more on this edition of Vikings Vent Line!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Robert Mays of The Ringer discuss the massive improvement of the Chicago Bears offense with Matt Nagy, what he thinks of Kirk Cousins and his supporting cast, how the Vikings will block Khalil Mack and some bonus talk about Andrew Luck. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and author/football coach Bobby Peters break down the changes from last year's Bears to this season. How Matt Nagy and a group of weapons is giving Mitch Trubisky a chance to succeed and where the Vikings defense can take advantage. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels break down whether the Vikings' offense can find a way to slow down Khalil Mack. Also whether Kirk Cousins should be more aggressive and a look at the great recent journeyman history of the Bears. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Courtney Cronin discuss the continued emergence of Danielle Hunter and talk more on Kirk Cousins. Later, which Vikings uniform combo is the best? Then Eric Edholm of Pro Football Weekly joins to discuss the Vikings matchup with the Chicago Bears. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels dive deep into the Bears' quarterback, who has been a rising star this year with a revamped offense. But can the Vikings defense handle Trubisky by blitzing him? Also how have the team's new coach and weapons helped his rise? Plus are we seeing proof that Anthony Barr shouldn't be re-signed or franchise tagged next year and welcoming a new journeyman QB to the club. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad got together at Lucky's 13 to break down all things Vikings at the bye week. Do we trust Kirk Cousins to get them into the playoffs? Where do we expect them to finish in the NFC North? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels go position by position and grade them, plus talk about expectations and where this season could go for the Vikings at each spot. The episode wraps up with an around-the-league style recap of this year's journeymen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Courtney Cronin discuss the status of the Vikings as they head into the bye week with a 5-3-1 record. How important will the next 4 games be after the week off? Also Eric Eager of Pro Football Focus joins to offer his perspective on the Vikings and the rest of the NFC.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels dive deep into the Vikings' key win over the Detroit Lions. How might have Golden Tate's absence crushed the Lions' spirit. Why the Vikings were able to break down Detroit's offense? How does Dalvin Cook's return help? And how would Sage re-work some things on the Vikings' offense? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad break down the Vikings' win over the Detroit Lions and look in depth at why the return of Dalvin Cook and Everson Griffen completely changes the outlook for the Vikings' 2018 season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Vikings defense came up huge with 10 sacks against Detroit to get a much needed victory just before the team takes a week off. Phil Mackey and Manny Hill took your calls on everything from Hunters monster day, the offense not moving the ball well, and Dalvin Cook's return. All that on this episode of Vikings Vent Line!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels gives his take on the Detroit Lions' choice to trade Golden Tate and why Matt Patricia and the "Patriot Way" might not fix the Lions. Plus a look at the incredible recent history of journeyman quarterbacks in Detroit. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Courtney Cronin examine the Vikings at the midway point of the season and talk more about Kirk Cousins and the offense. They also look ahead to Sunday's matchup with the Detroit Lions. Later, Vikings safety Anthony Harris calls in, discusses the season thus far. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Pro Football Focus analyst Eric Eager dive deep into Kirk Cousins' numbers to answer this question: How good has he been? Can he take the Vikings deep into the playoffs? Plus what do we think of the NFC North race now that the Lions have sold off Golden Tate? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad discuss the mistakes that cost the Vikings a chance to beat the New Orleans Saints and why this defeat leaves us wondering about just how good the Vikings are right now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels break down some of the mistakes that the Vikings made in their loss to the New Orleans Saints. What happened on the interception? Why Sage is done with Laquon Treadwell. Did the Vikings actually play well for most of the game? And how the Saints took the air out of the ball. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Some may have thought it was a boring game but the Vikings lose the rematch to the Saints, 30-20. Phil Mackey and Manny Hill took your calls about the mistakes the offense made, the great game by the defense, and clock management issues once again striking. All that on this edition of Vikings Vent Line!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and ESPN's Courtney Cronin stop by Lucky's 13 in Roseville to do a live taping of the Purple Podcast. They talk about the Minneapolis Miracle, what we think of Kirk Cousins' season so far, whether Adam Thielen is the best receiver in the NFL and more...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and USA Football author Brandon Thorn dive into the matchups up front between the Minnesota Vikings and New Orleans Saints. While everyone's talking about the miracle play from last year, one thing going overlooked is the impact health might have on the Vikings' D-line plus the matchup between Cameron Jordan and whoever is the Vikings' starting right tackle. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels break down what Sage saw on tape and how the Vikings can avoid some of the third-and-long situations. Plus Sage tells his story of where he was for the Minneapolis Miracle and he breaks down what makes Drew Brees unstoppable. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and former NFL wide receiver Donald Jones dive into the Minnesota Vikings offense and how they can execute better on third-and-long. Plus Donald explains what the elite NFL quarterbacks do best in big situations. He answers where prove-it games exist and talks about Oakland's situation with a "fractured" locker room. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Courtney Cronin discuss the news that Everson Griffen is returning to team activities this week, and also take calls on if Kirk Cousins is being fairly criticized. Later, ESPN's Mike Triplett joins to weigh in on the Vikings next opponent, the New Orleans Saints.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels break down an ugly win for the Vikings and look at some of the things that they need to do to improve on offense. How can the Vikings better utilize the running game? Where have the screen passes gone? And are Kirk Cousins' mistakes correctable? Plus a look at what worked for the Vikings' defense against Sam Darnold. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad break down the Minnesota Vikings' win over the New York Jets. Why Kirk Cousins makes Vikings fans nervous. How the Vikings' defense smothered another rookie quarterback. Whether injuries will play a role going forward and why the game against New Orleans will tell us a lot about this team. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Vikings trudged through a sloppy and not well played game to get their fourth win of the season, this time over the New York Jets. Manny Hill, Judd Zulgad, and Matthew Coller took your calls on everything from today's 37-17 win over the Jets.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller connects with Joe Caporoso from TurnOnTheJets.com to talk about whether the Vikings should re-sign Sheldon Richardson long term. He also discusses Sam Darnold's play and whether the Jets would have been better off with Kirk Cousins than Darnold. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels break down the Vikings' matchup against rookie QB Sam Darnold. Also they go through some things that stuck out on last week's tape to Sage, whether Kirk Cousins should throw the ball away more often and look at whether his tipped passes a problem. Also a great Doug Flutie story and our journeyman quarterback of the week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and former NFL wide receiver Donald Jones get together again to talk about Adam Thielen and Stefon Diggs' rise to stardom. Why are undrafted players driven differently than guys who were drafted? How does Thielen succeed in the slot? Plus Donald played with Marshawn Lynch and he explains why Marshawn was a great leader. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Courtney Cronin recap the Vikings win over the Cardinals, and examine the injuries on the team, notably Mike Hughes now being lost for the season with a torn ACL. Was taking Hughes in the first round still the right move? Also, Eric Eager of Pro Football Focus joins to talk more on how the Vikings overall have looked in the first 6 games of 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 Vikings returned home for the first time since the Buffalo loss and put in an all-around good effort for a 27-17 win over the Cardinals. The big win led to you, the listener, calling in to talk to Phil Mackey and Manny Hill about the sudden return of the run game, the second good showing in a row by the defense, and an interesting trade proposal.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad talk about the Vikings' solid win over the Arizona Cardinals. What did it mean to get the running game in order? Why did the defense look like themselves again? How concerned should we be about some of Kirk Cousins' errors in the first half? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels talk about the Vikings' run-and-play-defense win over the Arizona Cardinals. Why was Mike Zimmer's defense able to confuse Josh Rosen? What should we make of Anthony Barr's season so far? Why did Kirk Cousins struggle at times? And what did we make of the touchdown celebration? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels dive into Josh Rosen's game. What did Sage see from Rosen when he was coming out in the draft? What do we know about the NFC North? Plus a tribute to the "King of Journeyman Quarterbacks." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and former NFL wide receiver Donald Jones go in-depth on Adam Thielen and Stefon Diggs' excellence. What makes them great route runners? How does intelligence factor into their success? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels talk about Drew Brees becoming the all-time leading passer in NFL history, what a quality control coach does, why Kirk Cousins is so excellent at play-action, the Vikings' gameplan, whether the Vikings actually outplayed the Eagles and how Wade Phillips blocked Matthew on Twitter. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Courtney Cronin discuss the Vikings win in Philadelpia and look ahead to next week's game against the Arizona Cardinals. Also Doug Farrar of USA TODAY joins to discuss how offenses around the NFL have had so much success this season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Vikings jump started their season on Sunday with a victory over the Eagles and Matthew Coller was there to bring you all the details from the game and the victorious locker room in Philadelphia. Judd Zulgad and Coller discuss the importance of this win for the Vikings, where things stand in the NFC and how this might have changed things for the defending NFC North champions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Vikings returned to the scene of the crime and found it a bit more friendly this time around, at least result anyways. Coming out with a 23-21 victory sees the Vikings go to 2-2-1 which left you the listener to call in about the turnaround from the past couple weeks, Kirk Cousins, and questionable calls from the refs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Pro Football Focus's Eric Eager break down Vikings/Eagles and try to make statements that they are sure are true about the Vikings. Will the offensive line improve? Do we know who the defense is? And what do we know about the Chicago Bears being legit or not? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Purple Podcast goes on the road as Matthew Coller and Manny Hill preview the Vikings-Eagles game at Lucky's 13 in Mendota. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels talk about how a quarterback prepares for a big game. Whether the pressure is on the Vikings this week to save their season. How they can get the running game going. And the Eagles have a GREAT list of journeyman quarterbacks See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller connects with Brandon Thorn of USA Football and Scouting Academy to discuss the Vikings' struggles up front. Should Mike Remmers be moved back to tackle? Should Brian O'Neill get in the game? What can the Vikings do at guard? Can Pat Elflein save them? And how do they match up against the Eagles' edge rushers? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this debut episode of Purple Live, Matthew Coller and Courtney Cronin examine the Vikings loss to the Rams, give Kirk Cousins a grade through 4 games, and also take calls from listeners on the status of the team. Mike Renner of Pro Football Focus also joins for more analysis.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad discuss whether the Vikings can fix their defensive woes, Coller tells us of coach Mike Zimmer's troubling reaction to those issues and gives us a locker tidbit about Kirk Cousins' postgame reaction that you don't want to miss.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels dive into an insane week of passing performances. Why are QBs regularly throwing for 400 yards all of the sudden? Plus Sage breaks down the Vikings' defensive miscues after watching the tape and talks about Kirk Cousins' post-game press conference following the Rams game. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.