Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Tonight, Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich welcome special teams coaching guru Gary Zauner to the show. Gary chronicles getting his first start with the Minnesota Vikings, identifying pro level talent in the NCAA, learning snapping techniques from Mick Tinglehoff, Dennis Green's influence on his life, and potential future adjustments and implications to the NFL game moving forward. All of this and more is ...
Nov 22, 2024•27 min
Welcome back to the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. Hollywood comedian, actor, and podcaster Daniel Van Kirk joins Cy Amundson for this Bears week edition of the Vikings Tailgate. Daniel recants his reaction to the Bears loss to Green Bay, the tame version of Hard Knocks we got this season, why the Bears and Packers rivalry is unmatched, his feelings on the need for a culture change in Chicago, and why he feels that a certain...
Nov 21, 2024•47 min
Welcome to episode 296 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Tatum Everett sits down with Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman to talk about coming home and playing for this dynamic Vikings defense. Blake looks back at his NFL journey, why he feels he's playing like a kid again, what it's like coming back home, and how the entire Vikings defense is striving for greatness. Plus, Tatum and Paul 'Meatsauce' Lambert look back at the Vikings win over the Titans,...
Nov 21, 2024•27 min
Welcome to the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Tennessee Titans 23-13 Sunday afternoon down at Nissan Stadium to improve to 8-2 on the season. The Titans kicked a field goal early to take a 3-0 lead and then the Vikings ran off 16 straight points for the remainder of the first half. The Vikings and Titans traded touchdowns in the 3rd quarter and the Titans kicked another field goal to get within 10 points early in the 4th quarter. The Vikings sealed the deal with a Ha...
Nov 18, 2024•24 min
Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Tonight, Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich welcome former defensive end Fernando Smith to the show. Fernando looks back on his playing days, including: growing up in an athletic family in Flint, Michigan, teaching Dave Dixon how to drive, the legend of John Randle, his relationship with Korey Stringer, and the importance of being inducted to the Greater Flint African American Sports Hall Of Fame. All of th...
Nov 15, 2024•29 min
Welcome back to the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. Hollywood actor and writer James Roday Rodriguez from 'Psych', 'A Million Little Things,' and 'Buddy Games' joins the show to talk about his lifelong love of the Houston Oilers and Tennessee Titans. James looks back on his childhood memories of Earl Campbell, the thrill of 'The Music City Miracle,' his announcing experience at the 2022 NFL Draft in Las Vegas, and his longtim...
Nov 14, 2024•35 min
Welcome to episode 295 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Tatum Everett sits down with Vikings defensive tackle Harrison Phillips to talk about the teams successes so far. Harrison reviews his fumble recovery in Jacksonville, talks about playing selfless team ball under pressure, looks ahead at the charitable events coming up with his foundation, and making personal efforts to honor military members who serve. All of this and more is in episode 295 o...
Nov 14, 2024•28 min
Welcome to the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 12-7 in a game where Parker Romo hit four field goals to seal the victory. Romo hit from 45, 33, 34, and 29 yards in the game. The Vikings dominated statistically with 402 yards of offense, they controlled the clock for 42:19, and ran 82 plays on offensive versus the 43 plays by the Jaguars. The Jaguars did intercept Sam Darnold 3 times in the game, with two of them being inside the redzone. Darnold f...
Nov 10, 2024•28 min
Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Tonight, Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich welcome former linebacker Larry Dean to the show. Larry chronicles his pro football journey from signing as a free agent rookie with the Vikings, the lessons he learned during his time in the NFL, learning his way to be a multi-time CFL All-Star, and his goals and aspirations as he transitions to his new front office role with the Saskatchewan Roughriders. All of ...
Nov 08, 2024•28 min
Welcome back to the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. Comedian and Hollywood writer Joe Mande joins host Cy Amundson to break down Joe's fandom for MN sports, coining the phrase 'BORTLES!' as a writer for 'The Good Place,' the importance of good sports ownership, working with celebrity athletes, and their love for Adam Sandler. All of this and more is on today's episode of The Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The of...
Nov 08, 2024•45 min
Welcome to episode 294 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Tatum Everett and Paul 'Meatsauce' Lambert look back and ahead in the week 10 edition of the MVP. Sauce and Tatum deep dive into the second half offensive execution in the victory over the Indianapolis Colts, the importance of Cam Robinson facing his old squad, the injuries to Will Reichard and Andrew DePaola, Jonathan Greenard's impressive season, and their keys to victory versus the Jacksonv...
Nov 07, 2024•28 min
Welcome to the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings Defeat The Indianapolis Colts 21-13 at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday Night to improve to 6-2. The first half ended with a 7-0 score which came from the Colts hitting a scoop-and-score on a Vikings sack fumble in the 2nd quarter. The Vikings tied the game early in the 3rd quarter on a 4-yard touchdown pass to Jordan Addison. The Vikings added 2 more touchdown passes to Jalen Nailor and Josh Oliver in the 2nd half to take a 21-10 lead. Th...
Nov 04, 2024•26 min
Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Tonight, Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich welcome legendary offensive tackle Bryant McKinnie to the show. Bryant looks back on the guidance of head coach Mike Tice, the memories of the 2009 season, the power of Adrian Peterson, winning a Super Bowl with the Baltimore Ravens, and addressing the difficulties players have once they've retired from the NFL. Plus, Mark and Pete dig into the importance of getti...
Nov 01, 2024•23 min
Welcome back to the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. Comedian Megan Gailey joins host Cy Amundson to discuss her sports fanaticism, why the Colts fanbase is still in a post-Andrew Luck haze, viewing sports through a parental lens, planning her life around Indianapolis sports, and why the greatest comeback in NFL history still traumatizes her to this day. All of this and more is on today's episode of The Vikings Tailgate presen...
Oct 31, 2024•41 min
Welcome to episode 293 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Tatum Everett and Paul 'Meatsauce' Lambert welcome in edge rusher Patrick Jones II to the show. Patrick opens up about the chemistry in the locker room, combining his passions for fishing and football, growing up in a military family, and the joy of playing alongside NFL legends. Plus, Tatum and Paul review the trade for Cam Robinson and look ahead at the Sunday Night Football game versus the ...
Oct 31, 2024•30 min
Welcome to the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings fell to the Los Angeles Rams 30-20 at Sofi Stadium on Thursday Night Football. The Vikings and the Rams started off the game by trading a couple of touchdowns each in the first half. Will Reichard hit two field goals for the Vikings, one in each of the 3rd and 4th quarters. Matt Stafford led the Rams by hitting WR Demarcus Robinson for 2 touchdowns and L.A. wrapped up the game with a safety of Sam Darnold late in the 4th quarter. Sam ...
Oct 24, 2024•28 min
Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Tonight, Pete Bercich sits down with his old teammate Ben Williams to talk about overcoming adversity and chasing his dreams. Ben looks back at his journey from Mississippi to Minnesota to play for the Gophers, playing international football, the dynamics of a football locker room, being an advocate for helping people battling kidney disease, and his primary goals as the NFLPA - Minnesota Chapter pre...
Oct 24, 2024•39 min
Welcome back to the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings dropped their first game this past weekend 31-29 to the Lions and host Cy Amundson brought back our favorite Detroit superfan, Zach Martina, to review the contest. Cy and Zach discuss the key plays from Sunday, the feeling that both teams are on a collision course towards the NFL playoffs, the competitive nature of the NFC North, and debate the updated power rank...
Oct 23, 2024•30 min
Welcome to episode 292 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Vikings staff writer Lindsey Young sits down with ESPN's Jamal Collier to talk about recreating the famous Moss-Garnett photo with Justin Jefferson and Anthony Edwards. Jamal talks about his motivation to work with these two athletes at this point in time, the fun dynamics that occurred between Justin and Anthony, and the impact of these athletes on their respective fanbases. Plus, Justin Jeff...
Oct 22, 2024•18 min
Welcome to the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings fell to the Detroit Lions 31-29 at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday. The Vikings started out hot, jumping out to a 10-0 lead early in the 1st quarter. Detroit then scored the next 21 points in the 2nd quarter to regain the lead. The Vikings and Lions traded points in the second half, including a 35-yard scoop-and-score by Ivan Pace Jr., which gave the Vikings a 29-28 advantage deep into the 4th quarter. Detroit kicker Jake Bates iced the g...
Oct 20, 2024•26 min
Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Tonight, Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich welcome in one of the 50 Greatest Vikings, wide receiving legend Sammy White. Sammy talks about his historic rookie season, the differences of practicing and playing in Minnesota, the importance of good coaching, the great play of Justin Jefferson, expectations of getting back to the Super Bowl, and evolution of the game. Plus, Mark and Pete dig into the hot start...
Oct 18, 2024•26 min
Welcome back to the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. The Lions are coming to town and our favorite Detroit superfan, Zach Martina, is back on the show. Zach is excited for the way the 2024 season has started, explains why the Taylor Decker penalty last season is still on the minds of Lions nation, needs Detroit to win for Dan Campbell's sake, and tries to figure out what the Lions defense will look like without DE Aidan Hutchi...
Oct 17, 2024•45 min
Welcome to episode 291 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Tatum Everett welcomes in Harrison Smith and Emmanuel Acho to break down what’s made the Vikings fast start so successful this season. Harrison discusses how the playmakers on defense are working cohesively as a unit and Emmanuel Acho looks at how both the offensive and defensive scheming poses unique challenges for opposing NFL coordinators this season. All of this and more is in episode 291 ...
Oct 17, 2024•23 min
Welcome to the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings defeated the NY Jets in London on Sunday 23-17. The Vikings jumped out to a 17-0 lead after Will Reichard made a 52-yard field goal, Andrew Van Ginkle had a 62-yard pick six, and CJ Ham plunged in for a 2-yard score. The Jets kept it close and tightened the game to 23-17 deep into the 4th quarter. Stephon Gilmore sealed the game with the 3rd Aaron Rodgers interception of the day in the final minute of play. Will Reichard remained perf...
Oct 06, 2024•31 min
Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Tonight, Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich are reconnecting with Vikings legendary wide receiver Dr. Leo Lewis III. Leo reflects on his deep family connections with coach Bud Grant, the art of being a successful punt returner, looks back on playing international games with the Minnesota Vikings, the importance of giving back through his foundation, and digs into why writing a book about his father’s legacy...
Oct 04, 2024•29 min
Welcome back to the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. We're heading across the pond to take on the New York Jets and diehard fan Kevin Clancy of Barstool Sports (@kfcbarstool) joins the show to help break it all down. Kevin reflects on the Aaron Rodgers experience, the NY media beast, the resurgence of Sam Darnold, the Karl Anthony-Towns trade in the NBA, and the repeated history of suffering as a Jets, Mets, and Knicks fan. Gr...
Oct 03, 2024•46 min
Welcome to episode 290 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watching! Gabe Henderson sits down with Vikings quarterback coach Josh McCown to talk about the early successes of the 2024 season, translating good habits from practice to the playing field, the career transition to becoming an impactful coach, and the evolution of Sam Darnold’s career. All of this and more is in episode 290 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast presented by Pepsi - Made for Vikings watchin...
Oct 03, 2024•25 min
Welcome to the Vikings Postgame Report. The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Green Bay Packers 31-29 at Lambeau Field on Sunday afternoon. The Vikings started fast and ran out to a 28-0 lead in the first half. Green Bay scored the next 22 points and made it interesting deep into the 4th Quarter. Will Reichard hit a 33-yard field goal with 6:05 to play, the Packers added a touchdown in the final minute, and the Vikings recovered the onside kick to seal the victory. Sam Darnold finished the day 20-o...
Sep 29, 2024•31 min
Welcome to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Tonight, we’re reconnecting with one of our favorite guests: Vikings legendary running back Robert Smith. Robert talks about meeting up with his old teammates, working with tech companies to address issues in rural communities, the impact of Aaron Jones on this team, the maintenance needed to be a running back, and his most memorable games in Green Bay. Plus, Pete Bercich and Mark Rosen look back at ...
Sep 27, 2024•28 min
Welcome back to the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster - The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. It's 'border battle' week and we've got an awesome guest to breakdown the insanity of the Packers season. Brian Baumgartner (Kevin Malone from The Office) joins Cy Amundson to dig into his NFC North preseason predictions, rooting for his close friend Aaron Rodgers, the memorable losses to the Seahawks in the playoffs, and how he and John Krasinski used to play Madden on the ...
Sep 26, 2024•46 min