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Hey Chicago Bears... Are You OK?
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Chicago Bears are in total free fall, and things have only gotten worse since their last meeting with the Minnesota Vikings. Are they going to be ...
NFL Squad: Minnesota Vikings In NFL's Toughest Division, Should League Change Playoff Format?
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses the worst divisions in the NFL and debates whether or not the NFL should look at changing their playoff s...
The Sam Darnold Discussion Keeps Heating Up | The Minnesota Football Party
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Darnold's future is up in the air, so what can the Minnesota Vikings learn from the rest of their division? Plus, our crew discusses unideal first...
Justin Jefferson & Jordan Addison Are The Best WR Duo In Football
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I'm sick of hearing about other, lesser duos in Minnesota. Nobody is doing to defenses what Justin Jefferson is doing, and nobody is getting anything ...
Sam Darnold Is An MVP Candidate Whether You Like It Or Not
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to start taking Sam Darnold seriously as an MVP candidate. But I'm not expecting anything to change. Minnesota doesn't have that kind of hyp...
How Sam Darnold, Justin Jefferson & Jordan Addison Put on a SHOW | The Minnesota Football Party
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings crushed the Atlanta Falcons 42-21 with an explosive second half as Sam Darnold threw for a career high five touchdowns, Justin J...
Sam Darnold Ruined Kirk Cousins' Homecoming, Took The Next Step
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Darnold has a hold on the emotional state of the Minnesota Vikings. He has not just become a pilot of a ship that doesn't belong to him - he's the...
Locked On Vikings POSTCAST: Sam Darnold's Career Day Trumps Kirk Cousins, Vikings Win Sixth Straight
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings spoiled Kirk Cousins' homecoming back to U.S. Bank Stadium with their sixth-straight victory thanks to Sam Darnold's career day....
Pete Bercich Joins To Preview Minnesota Vikings vs Atlanta Falcons
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Special guest Pete Bercich wanted to talk some ball, and talk ball we did. He joined up to talk Vikings-Falcons, tackling Barry Sanders, and I goaded ...
Spoiling Kirk Cousins' Home Coming | The Minnesota Football Party
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today the crew discusses how to spoil Kirk Cousin's trip back to the bank. Plus, what the Vikings 2025 quarterback situation looks like and Brian Flor...
Will Kirk Cousins Bounce Back In Homecoming Game?
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kirk Cousins returns to U.S. Bank Stadium for the first time in an opposing jersey, but it comes on the heels of a dramatic tailspin. After his four-i...
NFC Squad: Which QBs Are The Best In The NFC, Best Week 14 Matchups?
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this NFC Squad episode, the crew discusses which QBs in the NFC they believe is the best quarterback in the conference, which teams the crew has th...
Vikings QB Scenarios For 2025 | The Minnesota Football Party
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings face their former QB Kirk Cousins on Sunday and have some big QB decisions coming up this offseason with Sam Darnold and JJ McCa...
Dallas Turner Deserves Your Patience
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We've grown far too impatient with rookies these days. Vikings rookie Dallas Turner is perfectly adept at doing his job - it's just that the job they'...
Is It Time To Reconsider A Sam Darnold Extension?
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Darnold has the Minnesota Vikings firing on all cylinders. They're 10-2 in convincing fashion, even with the blemishes on their game. Maybe it's t...
The Minnesota Vikings Have Won FIVE IN A ROW... AGAIN | The Minnesota Football Party
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings are 10-2 after defeating Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals 23-22 in spectacular fashion. Coming back from 19-6 down, Sam Da...
Minnesota Vikings Will Their Way To Yet Another Win
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings got beat up and down the field for most of Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals... until they didn't. As soon as the thre...
Locked On Vikings POSTCAST: Minnesota STORMS BACK to Beat Cardinals
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings kept their winning streak alive as Sam Darnold came back from 19-6 down in the second half to beat Kyler Murray and the Arizona ...
Daniel Jones On The Minnesota Vikings: Everything You Need To Know
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What's the point of signing Daniel Jones? Does it have a financial impact on the Vikings? What's this about a compensatory pick? Is he going to start ...
Which Arizona Cardinals Will Minnesota Vikings See On Sunday?
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings face their toughest opponent in a month in the Arizona Cardinals. This is the first team with a winning record they've faced sin...
Daniel Jones? Instant Reactions & Arizona Cardinals Weak Spots | Minnesota Football Party
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings are preparing to face the Arizona Cardinals and just signed former New York Giants QB Daniel Jones to their practice squad. Our ...
NFC Squad: Week 13's NFL Slate Sets The Table
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this NFC Squad episode, the crew discusses some of the outcomes from Week 12 of the NFL season including the Dallas Cowboys thriller against the Wa...
Put Some Respect On Sam Darnold's Name.
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Darnold is hitting some kind of stride right now. He's operating an incredibly complex and aggressive offense like a seasoned F-35 pilot. It's tim...
No, Justin Jefferson Didn't Get Clamped
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This Vikings win was a Justin Jefferson gravity game. If you think Justin Jefferson got clamped, you probably need to look at fewer box scores in your...
That Minnesota Vikings Win Took YEARS Off Our Life | The Minnesota Football Party
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings are 9-2 after the Caleb Williams' miraculous comeback fell short and Sam Darnold engineered an epic OT drive to win the game. Aa...
Minnesota Vikings Beat Chicago Bears: A Study In Momentum
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings 30-27 victory over the Chicago Bears lived and died on the ups and downs of momentum. They continued their tradition of weird an...
Locked On Vikings POSTCAST: Jordan Addison Helps Vikings Overcome Injuries vs. Chicago Bears, 27-24
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings got a huge day from Jordan Addison after injuries to Cam Robinson and Ivan Pace. Vikings move to 9-2 after beating the Chicago B...
The Most Important Stat For Minnesota Vikings At Chicago Bears
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Both the Vikings and Bears have lived and died on explosive chunk plays. Whichever team is able to generate more will win on the back of these few ext...
How the Minnesota Vikings Can Stifle Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears | Minnesota Football Party
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings look to win their fourth straight and send the Chicago Bears and Caleb Williams to their fifth straight loss. The Vikings are 8-...
Will Brian Flores Break The Chicago Bears Offense?
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the Minnesota Vikings on the way, the Chicago Bears have dealt with all kinds of tumult on and off the field. Lorin Cox of @LockedOnBears joi...
NFC Squad: Minnesota Vikings Have NFC's 3rd Ranked Point Differential
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this NFC Squad episode, the crew discusses some of the outcomes from Week 11 of the NFL season and discuss the lopsided point differential amongst ...
Is Dalton Risner Actually Better Than Ed Ingram?
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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It's Time To Start Believing In The Minnesota Vikings
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's too much doom and gloom about the 8-2 Minnesota Vikings. They've handily outplayed three inferior teams just like you'd expect them to - even ...
The Minnesota Vikings Are Mastering the Ugly Win | The Minnesota Football Party
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Tennessee Titans 23-13 in other victory that wasn't pretty but got the job done. Sam Darnold had a nice bounceback, the...
Kevin O'Connell's Culture Keeps Minnesota Vikings In Win Column
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings breeze to 8-2 against an ailing Tennessee Titans, but this game could have gone much worse. The key is Kevin O'Connell's culture...
Locked On Vikings POSTCAST: Vikings Improve To 8-2 Thanks To Stifling Defense vs. Tennessee Titans
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings traveled to Nashville and got their third win in a row thanks to another outstanding defensive performance. Join the full crew f...
Should We Be Worried About Another J.J. McCarthy Knee Surgery?
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
J.J. McCarthy had an additional procedure done on his knee. The team and reporters insist this is nothing to worry about, but I prefer to learn about ...
How the Minnesota Vikings Can HANDLE the Tennessee Titans | The Minnesota Football Party
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings head to the Tennessee Titans for another AFC South battle. What are the keys to a Minnesota win, and would Sam Darnold be lookin...
Do Tennessee Titans Have The Right Matchups For Minnesota Vikings?
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings continue their road trip up to Nashville on Sunday. I'm joined by @LockedOnTitans to discuss Tennessee's matchups, and which...
NFC Squad: Which NFC Teams Playoff Hopes Are Finished?
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's NFC Squad, the crew discusses some of the biggest surprises from around the conference including the New Orleans Saints win over the At...
Blake Cashman Makes The Minnesota Vikings Defense Work
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Blake Cashman's absence was well-felt in the last few weeks, but the Minnesota Vikings had to make do. Their strategy may not have worked that well, b...
What Would It Take For Kevin O'Connell To Bench Sam Darnold?
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Darnold threw three picks, technically four, and Kevin O'Connell never wavered in his commitment to his temporary QB. What would it take to change...
Despite Sam Darnold's BRUTAL Day, the Minnesota Vikings Win! | The Minnesota Football Party
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings survived a tight game with the Jacksonville Jaguars 12-7 as Sam Darnold threw three interceptions and John Parker Romo made all ...
Minnesota Vikings Win In Spite Of Sam Darnold
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Darnold's three, nearly four interceptions were the sole blemish on the Minnesota Vikings' 12-7 win that highlights a problem that might be existe...
Locked On Vikings POSTCAST: Vikings SURVIVE Sam Darnold's Three Interceptions vs. Jaguars, 12-7
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings survived a bizarre performance from Sam Darnold after throwing three interceptions and move to 7-2 on the season. Join Sam Eksto...
Trevor Lawrence Won't Play Against Minnesota Vikings
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With Trevor Lawrence hurt, and possibly considering surgery, Mac Jones is set to take on Brian Flores and the Minnesota Vikings. What changes? It migh...
KEYS TO VICTORY Against the Jacksonville Jaguars | Minnesota Vikings Talk | Minnesota Football Party
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings head into their meeting with the Jacksonville Jaguars without their rookie kicker Will Reichard or their usual longsnapper. Will...
Can Jacksonville Jaguars Handle Justin Jefferson?
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings are headed to Jacksonville to take on Trevor Lawrence and the 2-7 Jacksonville Jaguars. Can they handle all the threats the Viki...
NFC Squad: Winners and Losers of the Trade Deadline in the NFC
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Will Reichard, Andrew DePaola To IR. What Can We Expect Now?
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Vikings special teams unit has been completely torn apart as two of the three principal members go on short term IR. The Vikings brought in replac...
Report: Minnesota Vikings Seeking Defensive Help At NFL Trade Deadline
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Darren Wolfson at KSTP and Skor North has reported that the Vikings are looking for defensive help at the deadline, and he's been on it for a while. W...
The Minnesota Vikings DOMINATED The Second Half vs Indianapolis Colts | The Minnesota Football Party
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings are back on the winning track after beating Joe Flacco and the Indianapolis Colts 21-13. Sam Darnold turned it over three times ...
Minnesota Vikings Beat Indianapolis Colts Decisively, But It Might Not Feel That Way
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A 21-13 win isn't anything to write home about, but between T.J. Hockenson's return. Cam Robinson's great day, and a bounceback for Brian Flores's def...
Locked On Vikings POSTCAST: Defense DOMINATES As Minnesota Vikings Shut Down Colts, 21-10
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the addition of T.J. Hockenson and a dominate defense the Vikings snapped their two-game losing against the Indianapolis Colts. streak Join the f...
Minnesota Vikings Get Healthier, But Don't Overlook The Colts
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
T.J. Hockenson figures to be back in the lineup Sunday Night against the Colts, while Dalton Risner works toward a return as well. The Minnesota Vikin...
The Minnesota Vikings Swung a BIG TRADE For Cam Robinson | The Minnesota Football Party
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings made a massive move, trading for left tackle Cam Robinson. The Indianapolis Colts also decided to bench Anthony Richardson for J...
Can Minnesota Vikings Or Indianapolis Colts Pull Out Of Their Tailspins?
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings are on a two game skid. The Indianapolis Colts are tearing apart at the seams. Not both teams go on Sunday Night Football to hav...
NFC Squad: Are Minnesota Vikings Falling Apart in NFC North?
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s NFC Squad, the crew discusses Washington Commanders rookie QB Jayden Daniels’ Hail Mary vs. the Chicago Bears, whether or not the N...
Can Cam Robinson Fill The Christian Darrisaw Void?
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Is Jordan Addison Underused?
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jordan Addison has just 22 targets on the year so far. Is that too few? Should they truly Free 3? That and all the rest of your questions on Twitter T...
How the Minnesota Vikings Survive Without Christian Darrisaw | The Minnesota Football Party
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Left tackle Christian Darrisaw is out for the season, so the Minnesota Vikings have a decision to make on the offensive line. Also, Jordan Addison app...
Who Could Minnesota Vikings Target At NFL Trade Deadline?
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The NFL Trade Deadline is coming up, and perhaps the Minnesota Vikings could be buyers. So what's the skinny on big names like Jaycee Horn or Quinnen ...
Christian Darrisaw OUT For The Year. What Now?
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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The Minnesota Vikings Got Hosed.
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Make no mistake - the Minnesota Vikings got hosed in their 30-20 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. Is that the main reason they lost? Of course not. Los A...
Locked On Vikings POSTCAST: Minnesota Vikings Defense STEAMROLLED in 30-20 Loss to Los Angeles Rams
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings try to shake off their loss to Detroit with a quick turnaround versus the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday Night Football, but the R...
Minnesota Vikings Keys For HOW TO BEAT The Los Angeles Rams | The Minnesota Football Party
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings visit Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams Thursday night to try and start a new winning streak. What are the keys to beati...
Kevin O'Connell Meets Matthew Stafford & Sean McVay For First Time Since Super Bowl LVI
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the blue and yellow confetti fell on Kevin O'Connell's head, he already knew he'd take over as Minnesota Vikings head coach. He also knew that this...
NFC Squad: State of the NFC North After Week 7
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of NFC Squad, the crew discusses their team’s Week 7 outcomes, the injury situation with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Todd Bowles de...
Are Minnesota Vikings Trying To Replace Sam Darnold?
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are strange rumors circulating about the Minnesota Vikings making a splash at the trade deadline. Could it be that the Vikings aren't satisfied ...
Minnesota Vikings Get Healthier, But Is It Enough?
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Reasons to PANIC? Minnesota Vikings LOSE to Detroit Lions | The Minnesota Football Party
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Vikings lost to the Detroit Lions 31-29 in a heavyweight fight between Jared Goff, Sam Darnold and the teams' playmakers. Jake Bates hit...
Brian Flores's Devastating Defensive Dagger Dilemma
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After the Minnesota Vikings lost to the Detroit Lions 31-29, you could come away with a lot of conclusions about play calling, certain players, or tra...
Locked On Vikings POSTCAST: Vikings Lose HEARTBREAKER vs. Lions, 31-29!
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh off their bye week the Minnesota Vikings take on the Detroit Lions in a NFC North Heavyweight Bout. Join Luke Inman, Sam Ekstrom, Luke braun and...