Purple Daily - A Minnesota Vikings Podcast

Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad jump on the microphone to discuss a report from NFL Network's Tom Pelissero that the Vikings have reached out to Drew Brees, who has not yet re-signed with the 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 ESPN's Courtney Cronin discuss the Vikings' pending contract with Kirk Cousins. How will his huge contract affect the future? Will the Vikings be a top contender this year because of Cousins? And Courtney picks 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.

Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad lay out plans for the Minnesota Vikings in free agency in both scenarios in which they sign quarterback Kirk Cousins or lose him to another team like the Cardinals, Jets or Broncos. Would they try to beef up the offensive line? Is there an under-the-radar position the Vikings need in free agency? Who is the top target in both scenarios? Could they convince Jerick McKinnon to return?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller talks with Jon Ledyard, draft analyst for the Locked on NFL Draft podcast and FanRag Sports. Jon talks about how the Vikings should handle their QB situation, how realistic it might be for a top QB to fall into the bottom of the first round, How the deep guard class might impact the Vikings' decisions and whether there is an option at defensive 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 ESPN's Courtney Cronin discuss a report that Kirk Cousins could be asking for over $90 million fully guaranteed over three years. What are the chances he comes to Minnesota? Is there a sleeper team who could sneak in at the last minute? How does Case Keenum compare to Cousins? Why Courtney thinks Sam Bradford is the best No. 2 option if Cousins goes elsewhere. 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 are joined by ESPN's Courtney Cronin in studio to talk about what we learned from the NFL Combine about the Vikings' quarterback situation, what direction they could go in the draft and who will be the top quarterback drafted. 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 Mike Zimmer's candid conversation with the Twin Cities media about the Minnesota Vikings' quarterback situation. Is Sam Bradford a dark horse to return to Minnesota now? Is Zimmer right to be hesitant about paying Kirk Cousins a huge salary?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The NFL Combine is underway -- and Vikings' GM Rick Spielman is there to address questions about the team's quarterback situation. Matthew Coller (1500ESPN) and Courtney Cronin (ESPN) gather to discuss what Spielman said and did not say about the team's situation at quarterback. Case Keenum and the franchise tag? 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 get together for an emergency podcast to discuss a report from NFL Network that Case Keenum will not be franchise tagged. Is his time in Minnesota certainly over? How will the Vikings make the QB decision now? Will they sign Bridgewater to a long-term deal or win the Kirk Cousins sweepstakes? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ESPN's Courtney Cronin and Matthew Coller put odds on the outcome of the Minnesota Vikings' quarterback situation. Will it be Mike Zimmer, the front office or ownership who makes the final call on the Vikings' QB situation? There's a new free agent guard on the market and, we have ourselves a mock draft. 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 opening of the window for the Vikings to franchise tag Case Keenum. Should the Vikings keep him and Teddy Bridgewater? Will the transition tag come into play? Why might Mike Zimmer hesitate to want Keenum back as his quarterback? Also we go over Peter King's estimated landing spots for 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 Pro Football Focus analyst Eric Eager dive into potential free agent targets for the Minnesota Vikings. What are the options on the offensive line? Should the Vikings go all-in on a tackle and move Mike Remmers to guard? Should they add an athletic tight end? Who is the best defensive tackle on the market? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller joins Phil Mackey and Myron Medcalf on 1500ESPN to discuss the Vikings' No. 1 position to watch this offseason. Will the Vikings try to follow the path of the Eagles by stacking up the offensive line? Also Myron asks if Bridgewater being likable is a factor in people wanting him back under center. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller checks in with Darren "Doogie" Wolfson from KSTP-TV on why the Vikings decided to keep Kevin Stefanski rather than allow him to become the New York Giants' offensive coordinator. Also would the Vikings consider franchise tagging Case Keenum then trading him? And Doogie explains his view on why the organization loves Bridgewater as much as it does. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Saturday Sports Talk, Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad discuss the first conference call from new offensive coordinator John DiFilippo and a team that is reportedly interested in Case Keenum. 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 Zone Coverage's Arif Hasan discuss the future of the Vikings' offensive and defensive lines. Why the Vikings' first-round pick should be dedicated to a guard, whether they should move Mike Remmers to right guard and draft a tackle and if Danielle Hunter is worth a long-term contract. 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 discuss Josh McDaniels' decision to stay with the New England Patriots and the domino effect that's slowing down the Vikings' search for an offensive coordinator. What is the most likely scenario at OC now? Also, Matthew and Courtney take a look at Vikings' offseason options for running backs, wide receivers and tight ends.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd Zulgad joins Matthew Coller live from US Bank Stadium minutes after the Philadelphia Eagles defeat the New England Patriots. How did Philadelphia take down the New England defense? Why Doug Pederson is the real MVP. What the Vikings can take away from watching the Eagles win. 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 react to Randy Moss getting elected to the Hall of Fame. 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 talk about sit downs with Vikings co-owner Mark Wilf and GM Rick Spielman. Did we learn anything about the future at quarterback? How is Teddy Bridgewater's contract situation so complicated?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 Case Keenum stopped by the Mackey and Judd show on Friday. He talked about this season and what's next as he's set to become a free agent.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 get together at the Graduate Hotel with former Vikings Rickey Young and Doug Southerland to talk about the Super Bowl, the Minneapolis Miracle, what's next for the Vikings at quarterback and what it was like to play for Bud Grant.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 crazy trade that sent Alex Smith to Washington. Should the Vikings have made a similar deal? Are we onto Kirk Cousins now or does the answer lie within the team already? Will the Vikings have to pay out a big contract to Teddy Bridgewater to keep him?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller sits down at Mall of America with Daily Mail reporter Peter Carline, who traveled from England to cover the Super Bowl. Peter also happens to be a big Vikings fan. They talk about Peter's favorite options for offensive coordinator and quarterback as well as whether the NFL would work in England.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you're the Vikings and your window to win is open right now, would you trade for Chiefs QB Alex Smith? Is he good enough to get the Vikings to the Super Bowl next year? Matthew Coller, Phil Mackey and Judd Zulgad talk about Minnesota's QB situation, and run through the possibility of Smith being the guy in Purple next year. Also: What can we expect from the defense moving forward? Is it still the best defense in the NFL?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 Twin Cities' lack of enthusiasm for the Super Bowl after watching the Vikings lose. Plus, Judd makes the case for signing Teddy Bridgewater and another veteran QB. And Matt and Judd discuss the offensive coordinator opening.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a day to collect our thoughts, have we figured out what went wrong on defense? Also, what's Case Keenum's future hold? And which free agents will be coming back? Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad have their flight canceled by snow in the Twin Cities, so they sit around and talk more Vikings.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How did the Vikings' defense fall apart? What does Sunday's game mean for the future of QB Case Keenum? Why did the offensive line struggle so much? And could this loss have a ripple effect going forward? Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad break down the Minnesota Vikings' 38-7 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.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 go position by position analyzing every aspect of Vikings-Eagles NFC Championship game.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 Bleacher Report analyst/Inside the Pylon author Brandon Thorn break down the offensive and defensive line battles between the Vikings and Eagles. Why Shamar Stephen's absence could matter. How the Eagles will handle Linval Joseph. How the Eagles' D-line rotation could make life difficult on the Vikings' O-line.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How will home-field advantage for the Eagles factor into Sundays game? Matthew Coller joins Phil Mackey and Judd Zulgad on 1500ESPN to discuss the Vikings-Eagles matchup. Hows Adam Thielen doing midweek? Whats the latest on safety Andrew Sendejos concussion situation? The difference between Case Keenum and Nick Foles. And is this going to be a low-scoring game like some people are expecting?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 Football Outsiders analyst Charles McDonald break down the "keys to the game." Why this matchup is old school, how the Eagles' offense will attack the Vikings' defense and what the Vikings can do on offense to break the Eagles' No. 1 ranked run defense.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 what Stefon Diggs' 61-yard touchdown catch will mean when people look back at it years from now and how the Vikings can beat the Eagles. Will Case Keenum have to change the way he plays? Is there any concern about the field conditions?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller is joined by Pro Football Focus analyst Eric Eager to break down the matchup between Case Keenum and Nick Foles in the NFC Championship game. Does this say anything about the return of dominant defenses in the NFL? What does Nick Foles do well that might allow him to give the Vikings some issues? Should Vikings fans be concerned about Case Keenum's bad INT or be confident because he won against the Saints?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Eagles and Vikings have so many similarities, it's uncanny. Matthew Coller joins Phil Mackey & Judd Zulgad on 1500ESPN to discuss the upcoming matchup and why it will be a fascinating game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Case Keenum found Stefon Diggs and the Vikings won an instant classic over the New Orleans Saints. Matthe Coller and Judd Zulgad do their best to break down own of the most exciting games - and finishes - in NFL postseason history. How the Vikings got to that point; how Keenum always seems to have one more magic answer; how Diggs and Adam Thielen help make this team go; and how the defense performed against future Hall of Fame QB Drew Brees.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 go position by position breaking down the Vikings and Saints' Divisional round matchup. Where are the Saints stronger than the Vikings? Where are the Vikings stronger than the Saints? And which of those strengths or weaknesses will impact the game the most?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 PFW naming Rick Spielman the executive of the year and the role Mike Zimmer played in the Vikings' impressive turnaround from 2016. Also how will the Saints adjust from their loss to the Vikings in Week 1?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller is joined by Brandon Thorn of Scouting Academy and Inside The Pylon to talk about the matchup between the Vikings and Saints offensive and defensive line matchups. Which O-line combination is most favorable for the Vikings with Nick Easton out? How will Pat Elflein's return impact the Vikings? How will the Saints attempt to slow down Everson Griffen? What makes Linval Joseph so dominant?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller is joined by Zone Coverage writer Arif Hasan to talk about his analysis of Case Keenum and what we should expect in the playoffs. How has Keenum succeeded? Why is it so hard to evaluate quarterbacks. Also, what challenges does Drew Brees present the Vikings defense?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad give their immediate reactions to the Saints beating the Panthers, setting up a matchup at US Bank Stadium against the Vikings. What's the level of confidence in Case Keenum? Will Drew Brees find holes in the Vikings' defense?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad wait for the Vikings' playoff opponent, they discuss whether Randy Moss would make a good replacement for Jon Gruden on Monday Night Football. Also why Moss is an incredibly easy Hall of Fame choice and so is Terrell Owens. Plus the Vikings said no to the Packers about interviewing assistant GM George Paton.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 discuss Pat Shurmur's future. Will the Vikings' offensive coordinator land a head coaching job? Which would be the best fit for him? Should Vikings fans be concerned if he joins the Bears? Also, how should the Vikings' offensive line be configured in the playoffs?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 Chicago Bears. Why the Vikings' defense is good enough to carry them to the Super Bowl, what needs to be better on offensive and possible offensive line shuffling.Also, Matt and Judd reflect on the Vikings' offseason that led to their 13-win season.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 discuss the Vikings' Week 17 matchup with the Chicago Bears. Could offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur end up in Chicago next year? Why the Bears are more dangerous than the Bengals and Packers. And who should be the Vikings' backup quarterback come playoff time if Sam Bradford is healthy?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 Darren Wolfson are joined by ESPN's Kevin Seifert to discuss a number of topics surrounding the Minnesota Vikings. Are they the best team in the NFC? Who should they be most concerned about in the playoffs? And is Mike Zimmer the Coach of the Year?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From Lambeau Field, Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad break down the Vikings 16-0 win over the Green Bay Packers. Harrison Smith showed off why he should have been in the Pro Bowl, Nick Easton is out and that's a bad thing and Jason Wilde of ESPN in Green Bay stops by to talk NFC North future.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 discuss the possibility of the Packers seeking revenge on Anthony Barr for knocking out Aaron Rodgers. Also the Pro Bowl voting is absurd and there's no way Harrison Smith should have been left off.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 argument for wanting Aaron Rodgers to play on Saturday night along with the impact of Jerick McKinnon and Latavius Murray on the Vikings' passing game. Plus Judd dives into the players the Vikings let go in the offseason like Adrian Peterson and Cordarrelle Patterson.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 Derek Wetmore discuss what the Vikings impressive win over the Bengals means and what it says about the offense at full strength. Also Teddy Bridgewater saw the field. Is there a chance he will play again this year? And where the Vikings stand in the NFC playoff race.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.