Purple Daily - A Minnesota Vikings Podcast

Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad discuss Kirk Cousins and wonder if Cousins, even though the numbers were good in 2018, can be better at elevating the players around him to take the Vikings to the next level. Is that what separates him from the upper echelon quarterbacks in the NFL? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell...

Judd Zulgad and Ramie Makhlouf have the State of the Vikings as the 2019 offseason looms. Judd is positive and optimistic about the Vikings in 2019 and tells you why the Vikings are primed for a bounce back year. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Manny Hill has his Top 8 or 9 list of the most interesting teams of the 2019 offseason. Later, Matthew Coller talks with Bill Barnwell of ESPN to discuss more on the NFL offseason. 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 former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels talk about some of the things that stood out in the Super Bowl that can be transferred over to the Minnesota Vikings. How the Patriots built their offensive line, Bill Belichick's philosophy on defense, the usage of Cordarrelle Patterson and more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1...

Hour 1: The Star Tribune's Andrew Krammer joins Matthew Coller in studio to discuss the Vikings offseason. Could Riley Reiff be moving to a new position? Where else can Minnesota improve up front, and who will be back in other areas on the team? Also, what is going to happen with the Packers this offseason? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://ar...

Matthew Coller joins Ramie and Judd for the 2nd hour of Purple Daily, as they discuss more on the Super Bowl and how it relates to the Vikings. The Vikings odds to win the Super Bowl next year are higher than the guys expected. Is it fair to assume Minnesota can make a run next year? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-s...

Ramie Makhlouf, Judd Zulgad and Manny Hill recap the Super Bowl, and Judd discusses why the defensive struggle between the Rams and Patriots could send the wrong message to the Vikings. Also, should this run by the Patriots be appreciated more? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Myron Medcalf and Manny Hill talk more about the Super Bowl matchup, and Myron poses the question: Why can't the Vikings be more like the Rams? What's missing? Are they that far off? Myron and Manny also make their Super Bowl picks for Sunday. 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 former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels break down Pro Football Focus's QB Annual stats on Kirk Cousins. Sage talks about how quarterbacks break down defenses and how Gary Kubiak can improve Kirk Cousins' performance. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

What's the best way for the Vikings to improve their offensive line? Judd Zulgad, Matthew Coller and ESPN's Courtney Cronin discuss that and more. Should it be in free agency or the draft? Also, who do Coller, Judd and Courtney like in the Super Bowl? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ramie Makhlouf and Judd Zulgad discuss Super Bowl week, and with Roger Goodell speaking with the media, they decide to give their own State of the NFL addresses. Later, with the league considering allowing the challenging of judgment calls, what other rules in the NFL would Judd and Ramie change? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pri...

Minnesota Vikings defensive end Stephen Weatherly joined Matthew Coller to discuss his offseason, why the defensive line has such great chemistry, how he's going to take the next step this offseason and how his outside interests help his game on the field. 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 more on the Vikings salary cap situation. Are they going to have to explore trading away or cutting some key players? Also, Manny has his "Top 8 or 9" list for this week; His favorite Super Bowls of his lifetime. 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 discuss Anthony Barr's contract situation. Is he worth bringing back at a reasonable price? Should he be a full-time pass rusher? Also, Sam Monson of Pro Football Focus joins to discuss how the Vikings can help maximize Kirk Cousins. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Who watched the Pro Bowl? Judd Zulgad and Ramie Makhlouf discuss how pointless the game has become. Also, Is Anthony Barr worth bringing back as a pass rusher for the Vikings? Plus, more on Kirk Cousins facing pressure and what the Vikings need to do to help him succeed. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Matthew Coller connects with Dr. Eric Eager to discuss Pro Football Focus's QB Annual, which gives an insane number of in-depth statistics for each QB. Was Kirk Cousins like Sam Bradford in 2016 on paper? What indicators point to him improving or remaining the same in 2019? And Matthew and Eric award their ALL PURPLE MADDEN team, giving out awards to players who were either incredibly good or had...

Myron Medcalf and Manny Hill discuss the Championship games from Sunday, the Patriots greatness, and how the Vikings can somehow catch up. Also, is Randy Moss the most talented football player ever? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Judd Zulgad and Matthew Coller discuss a story on ESPN.com about the dysfunction of the Cleveland Browns under Jimmy Haslem's ownership, and why having the right quarterback in place can help keep you afloat. Then it's more talk on the Vikings offense, including why Mike Zimmer's desire to run the football more may be misconstrued. Also more on the missed PI call in the NFC Championship game. See...

Ramie Makhlouf and Judd Zulgad debate over the controversial NFC Championship game. Ramie thinks the game should be restarted from where the non-pass interference call occurred, and Judd disagrees. Also, what do the Vikings need to do to get to the level of the Patriots, Chiefs, Rams & Saints? Is it as simple as philosophy? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...

Matthew Coller and former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels break down the Rams and Patriots' offenses and what the Vikings can take away from each. How does Tom Brady and his scheme making the offensive line better? Why is Brady so good at the line of scrimmage? Can any former quarterback do what Tony Romo is doing on the broadcast? What Sean McVay brings beyond awesome scheme. See Privacy Policy at...

More from Matthew Coller and Courtney Cronin as they take a look at some pending free agents around the NFL. Manny has a list of intriguing options for the Vikings. Also, where could the Vikings go to add some depth at the tight end position? 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 dissect the NFC and AFC Championship games and the controversy behind both. Later, they talk with Ted Nguyen of The Athletic joins with a look at some of the players in the upcoming NFL 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 joins Ramie Makhlouf for an extra hour of Purple Daily, recapping the NFC and AFC Championship games and more on the NFL's overtime rules and officiating. Kevin Seifert of ESPN joins to weigh in on the topic. Also, what do Sunday's games mean going forward for the Vikings? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-n...

Ramie Makhlouf and Judd Zulgad discuss the results of Championship Sunday in the NFL. Was it the best ever? Judd has no sympathy for Sean Payton after the Saints' loss. Also, Ramie wonders if Tom Brady's performance in the AFC Title game was really all that great. Should the NFL's overtime rules be changed? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://ar...

Myron Medcalf hosts Purple Daily and discusses the Vikings offense now that Gary Kubiak is on the coaching staff. Should Mike Zimmer now have to worry less about the offense? Also, Kevin Seifert of ESPN joins to discuss Championship Sunday. Later, just how far off are the Vikings from the final four teams left in the postseason? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privac...