
Purple Insider - a Minnesota Vikings and NFL podcast
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Breaking down the Vikings' pre-draft press conferences (Part 2)
Arif Hasan breaks down his NFL Draft consensus board
Dexter Lawrence traded! What does it mean for the Vikings?!
How will the NFC North draft?
5 Vikings draft ideas that move the needle
How will teams before the Vikings approach the draft?
Dane Brugler's Vikings mock crushes, Kiper Jr.'s disappoints (Part 1)
Dane Brugler's Vikings mock crushes, Kiper Jr.'s disappoints (Part 2)
Which top 10 team could trade down with the Vikings?
How can the Vikings create buzz in the NFL Draft?
How much can the Vikings help Kyler Murray in the draft? (Part 1)
How much can the Vikings help Kyler Murray in the draft? (Part 2)
Is the running back class really THAT bad?
College analyst breaks down safe and risky draft prospects for Vikings
Vikings looking at Day 2 receivers?!?!?!? (Part 1)
Vikings looking at Day 2 receivers?!?!?!? (Part 2)
Examining 4 Vikings NFL Draft approaches with Emily Leiker
Fresh NFL Mock Draft ideas for the Vikings (Part 1)
Fresh NFL Mock Draft ideas for the Vikings (Part 2)
ESPN's proposed Vikings draft trades are.... interesting?!!?!
Giants star Dexter Lawrence requests a trade. Vikings?!??!!?!
What do we make of Rob Brzezinski's draft philosophy?
College football analyst LOVES cornerback for the Vikings in the draft
Most interesting NFL Draft prospects to visit the Minnesota Vikings (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks with Vikings fans about NFL Draft prospects who have visited the Minnesota Vikings. Several running backs that stood out, a deep sleeper wide receiver and more. Plus Vikings fans questions on the draft approach and what's next this offseason for the Vikings. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Most interesting NFL Draft prospects to visit the Minnesota Vikings (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks with Vikings fans about NFL Draft prospects who have visited the Minnesota Vikings. Several running backs that stood out, a deep sleeper wide receiver and more. Plus Vikings fans questions on the draft approach and what's next this offseason for the Vikings. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Acting GM Brzezinski hints that moves are coming for Vikings (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks with Vikings fans about how acting Vikings general manager Rob Brzezinski suggested at the owner's meetings that there could be still things coming down the pipeline for the Vikings roster. What does he mean? What does it mean for the Vikings approach to the NFL draft? Are there still players who could impact the Vikings in free agency? The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Acting GM Brzezinski hints that moves are coming for Vikings (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks with Vikings fans about how acting Vikings general manager Rob Brzezinski suggested at the owner's meetings that there could be still things coming down the pipeline for the Vikings roster. What does he mean? What does it mean for the Vikings approach to the NFL draft? Are there still players who could impact the Vikings in free agency? The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

LaDainian Tomlinson's Untold Stories + Chargers Super Bowl Run Coming?
bonusOn a special edition of Bleav in Chargers, Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson joins Lorenzo Neal and Matt “Money” Smith to reflect on one of the most dominant eras of Chargers football. LT discusses his mindset, his team's physical identity, and what made their run game nearly unstoppable. LT shares stories from legendary battles with Ray Lewis to record-setting touchdowns. He also discusses the current Chargers, changes on offense, Mike McDaniel’s system, and what the team needs for a deep playoff run. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Chris Trapasso analyzes Minnesota Vikings dark horse draft positions
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The Athletic's Alec Lewis does not think Vikings should trade Jonathan Greenard
In Phoenix, Arizona, for the NFL Owner's Meetings, Matthew Coller and Alec Lewis of The Athletic talk about Kevin O'Connell's comments on how the Minnesota Vikings will handle their quarterback "competition" and whether the Vikings should trade Jonathan Greenard. Plus Matthew answers questions on whether Jordan Addison's fifth-year option changes the idea of drafting a wide receiver. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
From the owner's meetings: Vikings brass talks Kyler Murray, GM search Addison fifth-year option
Matthew Coller talks with Dane Mizutani of the Pioneer Press about sit down interviews in Arizona at the NFL Owner's Meetings about Kyler Murray's fit in the offense, the Vikings GM search and Jordan Addison having his fifth-year option picked up. Plus will Harrison Smith play again? The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Athletic's Mike Sando is fascinated by Kyler Murray with the Vikings
National NFL writer Mike Sando joins Matthew Coller to talk about how he sees Kyler Murray fitting with the Minnesota Vikings. He also discusses the Vikings' future at general manager and how they will structure the front office. Plus Matthew answers Viking fan questions about the NFL Draft approach by the team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why is everyone mocking Dillon Thieneman to the Vikings? (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks about a recent piece on Vikings.com that looked at a bunch of different mock drafts and they seemingly all have Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman coming to Minnesota. Matthew explores whether that's a good idea and looks at the rogue NFL mock drafts that go with different players other than Thieneman. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why is everyone mocking Dillon Thieneman to the Vikings?(Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks about a recent piece on Vikings.com that looked at a bunch of different mock drafts and they seemingly all have Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman coming to Minnesota. Matthew explores whether that's a good idea and looks at the rogue NFL mock drafts that go with different players other than Thieneman. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Defector's Drew Magary answers your Vikings questions (Part 1)
Matthew Coller is joined live by Defector's Drew Magary to answer the most pressing Minnesota Vikings questions. What are the Vikings going to do in the NFL Draft? How is Kyler Murray expected to perform? Is there still a chance JJ McCarthy can become QB1? What's next for the Vikings at general manager? That and more... The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Defector's Drew Magary answers your Vikings questions (Part 2)
Matthew Coller is joined live by Defector's Drew Magary to answer the most pressing Minnesota Vikings questions. What are the Vikings going to do in the NFL Draft? How is Kyler Murray expected to perform? Is there still a chance JJ McCarthy can become QB1? What's next for the Vikings at general manager? That and more... The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Should the Vikings take a first-round wide receiver?
Matthew Coller talks with NFL Draft analyst Chris Trapasso about whether the Minnesota Vikings should draft a wide receiver in the first round. They analyze every receiver that could be available including Mekhi Lemon, David Boston, KC Concepcion and other top names. They also discuss Jordan Addison's future and the latest talk about Ty Simpson and Fernando Mendoza Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
National NFL writer has Kyler Murray questions, analyzes NFC's winners and losers of free agency
Sports Illustrated national NFL writer Matt Verderame joins Matthew Coller to give his take on Kyler Murray joining the Minnesota Vikings and whether it makes them a "winner" of NFL free agency. Then he responds to Matthew Coller's list of the NFC's biggest free agency winners and losers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Some JJ McCarthy optimism? Hints of Greenard return? (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks about a line in Alec Lewis's most recent article about how the Vikings are optimistic that JJ McCarthy's work with a QB guru will result in major progress when he returns to practice. Also Jonathan Greenard posted in IG a reel that had a bunch of photos with him as a Viking. What does it mean? The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Some JJ McCarthy optimism? Hints of Greenard return? (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks about a line in Alec Lewis's most recent article about how the Vikings are optimistic that JJ McCarthy's work with a QB guru will result in major progress when he returns to practice. Also Jonathan Greenard posted in IG a reel that had a bunch of photos with him as a Viking. What does it mean? The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Some JJ McCarthy optimism? Hints of Greenard return? (Part 3)
Matthew Coller talks about a line in Alec Lewis's most recent article about how the Vikings are optimistic that JJ McCarthy's work with a QB guru will result in major progress when he returns to practice. Also Jonathan Greenard posted in IG a reel that had a bunch of photos with him as a Viking. What does it mean? The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Does DeAndre Hopkins want to be a Viking?
Matthew Coller talks about TMZ catching up with DeAndre Hopkins at the airport. Hopkins said that he wants to help Kyler Murray in any way possible and hinted that he might be interested in playing for the Minnesota Vikings. Is that a good idea? Plus the Vikings have a new offensive tackle Ryan Van Demark and Chase Daniel says that the Vikings are done with JJ McCarthy after signing Carson Wentz to a $3 million contract. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Analytics expert Kevin Cole analyzes Vikings' ceiling with Kyler Murray
How good can the Minnesota Vikings be with Kyler Murray as their quarterback? Analytics expert Kevin Cole from Unexpected Points analyzes the Vikings' ceiling with Murray. Can they legitimately compete for a Super Bowl with Murray at quarterback? What factors will play into it? Would Kevin bail on JJ McCarthy after the Vikings signed Carson Wentz? Did the NFC North have a good free agency overall? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Carson Wentz returns to Vikings; what does it mean for JJ McCarthy?
Matthew Coller talks with Manny Hill about the Minnesota Vikings re-signing Carson Wentz. Is he going to be QB2? Are the Vikings going to trade JJ McCarthy and keep Wentz as the backup quarterback or is there a serious competition between McCarthy and Murray and Wentz is just the backup? Plus, Matthew makes a schedule and Manny has to pick the wins and losses based on having Kyler Murray at quarterback for the 2026 NFL season. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Bucky Brooks explains why he LOVES the fit for Kyler Murray in Minnesota
Former NFL player, scout and current co-host of "Move the Sticks" and "The Bucky Brooks Show" Bucky Brooks joins Matthew Coller to talk about Kyler Murray's fit with Kevin O'Connell's offense. He also explains why the NFL Draft scouting process is so complicated and what he learned from playing in the NFL. Bucky also talks about his vision for JJ McCarthy in the future, explaining why he still has a chance to make it in the NFL and who he'd take with the 18th overall pick in the NFL Draft for the Minnesota Vikings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
How much should the Vikings trade for De'Von Achane?
Matthew Coller and Chris Trapasso of DraftGradebook.com talk about how much in terms of draft capital that they would trade for Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane if he became available for trade. Plus they discussion NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah's most recent mock draft and then talk about the end of the Minnesota Vikings 2022 draft class and Matthew's Pro Football Focus draft simulation that Chris gave an A+ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
REPORT: O'Connell sees Murray as possible long-term QB (Part 1)
Matthew Coller talks about a Sports Illustrated article by Albert Breer in which he writes that Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell told Kyler Murray that he could see Murray becoming the long term quarterback of the Vikings. What do we think of this? Also, NFL free agency has slowed to a halt, what's next for the Vikings? Is it time for us to turn our eyes to the draft? The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
REPORT: O'Connell sees Murray as possible long-term QB (Part 2)
Matthew Coller talks about a Sports Illustrated article by Albert Breer in which he writes that Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell told Kyler Murray that he could see Murray becoming the long term quarterback of the Vikings. What do we think of this? Also, NFL free agency has slowed to a halt, what's next for the Vikings? Is it time for us to turn our eyes to the draft? The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ian Hartitz tries to predict Kyler Murray's Vikings stat line
Matthew Coller talks with Fantasy Life's Ian Hartitz about how Kyler Murray fits with the Minnesota Vikings and how high we should predict the ceiling will be on his 2026 performance. What does it mean for JJ McCarthy? Also is the Vikings running back situation ripe for a draft pick? Or are Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason enough? How about Jonah Coleman? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Are there any good free agents left for the Vikings?!?!?!?!
Matthew Coller talks about the Minnesota Vikings approach to NFL free agency and whether there are any good free agents left that the Vikings can sign. Would they want receivers like DeAndre Hopkins or Christian Kirk for Kyler Murray? Are there any good running backs to add after Aaron Jones was retained? Also some fan questions. Is Kyler Murray going to be a Viking long term? Do the Vikings risk getting stuck in the middle with Kyler Murray? How about Jonathan Greenard's situation? What's the lowest amount the Vikings would trade for him? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.