Purple Insider - a Minnesota Vikings and NFL podcast
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Ep 541Comparing 2025 JJ McCarthy to 2000 Daunte Culpepper
Matthew Coller is joined by longtime listener and Vikings fan Josh Smith of the The Frederick News-Post to discuss QB JJ Mccarthy and compare where he's at heading into his first season as starter and where Daunte Culpepper was at in 2000. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 540Should the Vikings have traded for Jalen Ramsey? (Hour 2)
Matthew Coller breaks down the Steelers trading for Ramsey. Should the Vikings have made a similar offer to the Dolphins? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 539Should the Vikings have traded for Jalen Ramsey? (Hour 1)
Matthew Coller breaks down the Steelers trading for Ramsey. Should the Vikings have made a similar offer to the Dolphins? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 538Which position groups will provide most competition at training camp?
Matthew Coller answers your Vikings and football questions, including which position group will be most competitive at camp this fall, rookie playing time, and biggest GM head scratcher of the offseason. Plus, much more on this FansOnly edition of the podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 537Counting down the most interesting Vikings at training camp (15-11)
Matthew Coller continues with his list of the most interesting players in training camp and answers Vikings fan questions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 536Steve Palazzolo reacts to Matthew's JJ McCarthy bold prediction
Matthew Coller is joined by Steve Palazzolo of the Check the Mic podcast to react to Coller's bold JJ McCarthy prediction. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 535Do the Vikings have the best supporting cast in the league?
Matthew Coller answers your fan questions in this FansOnly edition of the podcast. Where does the Vikings' supporting cast rank among the entire league? How elite is KOC? How important is Flores to the Vikings? And much, much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 534Are the Vikings among the biggest win-now teams in 2025?
Matthew Coller and Manny Hill make lists of the 5 biggest win-now teams in the NFL and answer Vikings fan questions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 533Will J.J. McCarthy be a game manager or gunslinger?
Matthew Coller answers your Vikings questions including whether KOC is retooling the offense to make McCarthy a game manager, best away trips, and Dallas Turner comps. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 532Crossover special: Matthew Coller joins the Gritiron Gang podcast to pick the All-NFC North team
This is a special crossover edition of the podcast with the Gritiron Gang podcast. Matthew Coller joined hosts Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva to pick an All-NFC North Team ahead of the 2025 season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 531Counting down the most interesting Vikings at training camp (20-16)
Matthew Coller talks about his list of the most interesting Vikings at Vikings camp and chats with Vikings fans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 530What's Dallas Turner's role going to be?
Mathew Coller answer a wide range of your Vikings questions, including what Dallas Turner's snap count will look like in 2025, what are reasonable expectations for JJ McCarthy's production this season, and are the Vikings fringe contenders? Plus, much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 529Lions analyst answers: Are the Lions regressing?
Matthew Coller is joined by Lions beat reporter for the Detroit News Nolan Bianchi to discuss the Lions and whether the NFC North favorite is regressing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 528Jordan Addison's trial date set -- is this a pivot point? (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks about news that Jordan Addison will have a trial for DUI on July 15. What could it mean if he's found guilty? Is Addison going to be a long-term Viking? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 527Jordan Addison's trial date set -- is this a pivot point? (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks about news that Jordan Addison will have a trial for DUI on July 15. What could it mean if he's found guilty? Is Addison going to be a long-term Viking? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 526Packers analyst answers: Is Jaire Alexander worth it for the Vikings? Is Jordan Love mid?
Matthew Coller is joined by Grant Bilse of the Wisco Sports Show to discuss if it's worth it for the Vikings to go after Jaire Alexander. Plus, whether or not Jordan Love is mid, and other Packers questions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 525Most interesting Vikings heading into training camp (No. 25-21)
Matthew Coller begins ranking his most interesting Vikings heading into camp with players No. 25-21. Plus, he answers a handful of your Vikings questions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 524Everything we learned at Vikings minicamp (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks about the end of minicamp and all the things reporters on hand were able to take in from the action combined with what players and coaches had to say. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 523Everything we learned at Vikings minicamp (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks about the end of minicamp and all the things reporters on hand were able to take in from the action combined with what players and coaches had to say. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 522The Athletic's Alec Lewis is seeing GOOD SIGNS from JJ McCarthy in minicamp
Matthew Coller is joined by Alec Lewis of The Athletic to react to what they saw of JJ McCarthy and the Vikings and the team's latest minicamp practice. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 521How did JJ McCarthy look at minicamp (and Darrisaw is back!)
Matthew Coller is joined by Dane Mizutani of the Pioneer Press to discuss Vikings minicamp practice and the latest look at how JJ McCarthy looked. Plus, reaction to Christian Darrisaw's return. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 520Should the Vikings sign Jaire Alexander? (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks about the Packers releasing Jaire Alexander. He might be a test case for their belief in the secondary. Plus, Alexander or Ramsey? And a report about a 3-year window Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 519Should the Vikings sign Jaire Alexander? (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks about the Packers releasing Jaire Alexander. He might be a test case for their belief in the secondary. Plus, Alexander or Ramsey? And a report about a 3-year window Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 5183 things worth watching in Vikings minicamp
Matthew Coller talks about the 3 things he's looking for at Vikings minicamp this week. Plus, he answers your Vikings questions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 517Will Brain Flores's defense be even better this year?
Matthew Coller is joined by Cody Alexander of Match Quarters to discuss Brian Flores's Vikings defense and whether the improvements on the interior of the line can help the D be even better in 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 516Aaron Rodgers is officially NOT a Viking (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks about Aaron Rodgers signing with the Steelers and what the backup plan for JJ McCarthy is now... plus answering Vikings fan questions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 515Aaron Rodgers is officially NOT a Viking (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks about Aaron Rodgers signing with the Steelers and what the backup plan for JJ McCarthy is now... plus answering Vikings fan questions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 514Vikings historian breaks down Jim Marshall's legacy and JJ McCarthy's place in Vikings QB history
Matthew Coller is joined by Vikings historian and author of Kings of the North Chad Israelson to discuss the late Jim Marshall and his legacy. Also, they discuss current Vikings QB JJ McCarthy and the history of Vikings quarterbacks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 513Star Tribune's Andrew Krammer talks JJ McCarthy's strong first impression
Matthew Coller is joined by Andrew Krammer of the Minnesota Star Tribune to discuss the strong first impression JJ McCarthy has imparted during Vikings OTAs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 512Projecting Justin Jefferson's numbers with JJ McCarthy
Matthew Coller is joined by Mike Schopp of The Deep End Podcast to discuss the fantasy projections of Justin Jefferson with JJ McCarthy throwing to him. Plus, other fantasy insights after a busy offseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 511We watched JJ McCarthy at OTAs again (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks about takeaways from OTAs and answers questions from Vikings fans and discusses Justin Jefferson's interesting answer about leadership. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 510We watched JJ McCarthy at OTAs again (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks about takeaways from OTAs and answers questions from Vikings fans and discusses Justin Jefferson's interesting answer about leadership. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 509How did JJ McCarthy look in OTAs? (Week 2 edition)
Matthew Coller is joined by the Pioneer Press' Dane Mizutani to discuss how JJ McCarthy did on a windy practice field at TCO Performance Center during Week 2 of Vikings OTAs. Plus, other Vikings takeaways. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 508ESPN's Mike Clay is giving big projections to JJ McCarthy
Matthew Coller is joined by ESPN's Mike Clay to discuss his projections for star Vikings, including Justin Jefferson and his big expectations for QB JJ McCarthy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 507EMERGENCY POD: GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah signs contract extension
Matthew Coller talks about the Vikings announcing that GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has signed a multi-year contract extension. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 506JJ McCarthy looked good at OTAs -- What does it mean? (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks about seeing JJ McCarthy at OTAs and how much we should take away from the conclusions. Plus answering Vikings fan questions and previewing the next time out at Vikings OTAs, which will be Monday. And, Jalen Ramsey picking up steam? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 505JJ McCarthy looked good at OTAs -- What does it mean? (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks about seeing JJ McCarthy at OTAs and how much we should take away from the conclusions. Plus answering Vikings fan questions and previewing the next time out at Vikings OTAs, which will be Monday. And, Jalen Ramsey picking up steam? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 504How did JJ McCarthy look at OTAs?
Matthew Coller is joined by the Pioneer Press' Dane Mizutani to react to what they saw of Vikings QB JJ McCarthy at Minnesota's OTAs on Wednesday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 503Fantasy Life's Ian Hartitz projects McCarthy, Vikings opposing QBs
Matthew Coller is joined by Fantasy Life's Ian Hartitz to project how well Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy will do this season, as well as the opposing QBs the team will face this season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 502Is Jalen Ramsey worth talking about for Vikings? (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks about seeing Vikings fans discuss a Jalen Ramsey trade. Does it actually make any sense or are we just bored? Also, as we rank stuff, where do we think most rankers will put Kevin O'Connell among head coaches? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 501Is Jalen Ramsey worth talking about for Vikings? (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks about seeing Vikings fans discuss a Jalen Ramsey trade. Does it actually make any sense or are we just bored? Also, as we rank stuff, where do we think most rankers will put Kevin O'Connell among head coaches? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 500What we'll be looking for at OTAs
Matthew Coller discusses what he's looking for at OTAs before answering several of your Vikings questions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 499The Athletic's Daniel Popper talks Jim Harbaugh and Chargers-Vikings
Matthew Coller is joined by The Athletic's Daniel Popper for the latest installment of our 'Way-too-early preview' series, this time talking all things Chargers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 498Who are the most interesting Vikings of the next 5 years?
Matthew Coller talks about his article on the most interesting Vikings of the next five years and answers Vikings fan questions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 497Mark Wilf says JJ McCarthy has "gravitational pull" as a leader
Matthew Coller talks about Vikings owner Mark Wilf's comments about JJ McCarthy's "gravitational pull" as a leader. Plus, he answers your questions and reacts to your 'What I'm looking forward to' comments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 496Joe Burrow vs. Brian Flores in Week 3? Let's talk about it!
Matthew Coller is joined by Joe Goodberry of Bengals on the Brain for a way-too-early preview of the Week 3 game against the Bengals. How will Brian Flores' defense look to stop Bengals star Joe Burrow? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 495Vikings will host joint practices with the Patriots -- good idea? (Hour 2)
Matthew Coller talks about how the Vikings made it official that they will host the Patriots for joint practices during training camp. Do we like joint practices? Also let's start getting some hot 2025 takes going. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 494Vikings will host joint practices with the Patriots -- good idea? (Hour 1)
Matthew Coller talks about how the Vikings made it official that they will host the Patriots for joint practices during training camp. Do we like joint practices? Also let's start getting some hot 2025 takes going. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 493FansOnly: The 5 toughest games for JJ McCarthy
Matthew Coller discusses the five toughest games for JJ McCarthy and an interesting quote from NFL.com analyst Bucky Brooks about McCarthy. Coller also answers a handful of your Vikings questions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 492Ask Drew Magary Vikings questions
*Explicit language warning (we tried to edit them all out but we probably missed one, sorry for that if we did)* Matthew Coller and Drew Magary go live to talk about the Vikings offseason and Drew answers any and all Vikings questions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.