Purple Mafia -Minnesota Vikings Podcast-

The Vikings got our hopes up, when they lead the San Diego Chargers 17-7 going into the half. In the second half, that very hope would vanish, as many areas of concern were exposed in a big way. Also, Adrian Peterson is locked up long term, we discuss this. We finally preview next week's clash with Tampa Bay.rnrnCall into our Phone Line: 209-736-7877 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

The title of this episode says it all, as we preview the NFC North, the season opener in San Diego, and close with our official predictions for the 2011 NFL and it's post season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we briefly talk about last week's uninspiring preseason opener against the Tennessee Titans. We then delve into a much better performance against Seattle. Finally, we look at the overall team, and coaches opinions, and close with a distant cry out for a new Vikings Stadium. Call into our Phone Lines at 209-736-7877 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this jam packed episode, we talk extensively about the jettisoning of long debated left tackle Bryant McKinnie. Ray Edwards officially leaves, DT Remi Ayodele and WR Michael Jenkins join the Vikings. Finally, we get into Randy Moss retiring, and where he may resurface!rnrnCall into our Phone Lines: 209-736-7877 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special edition, the title of this episode says it all: Accomplished quarterback Donovan McNabb has joined the Vikings, we will discuss what this means for 2011 and beyond. We also discuss the unfortunate loss of star receiver Sidney Rice, and who we hope will be his replacement. Call into our Phone Lines at: 209-736-7877 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NFL lockout is finally over, your host, Joey discusses this at length, we also delve into free agency a bit, as well as get all of your comments on the Purple Mafia Facebook page! Call into our Phone Lines at: 209-736-7877. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joey finally returns, and talks about the Vikings 2011 draft class, also takes a call from Anthony from L.A., gets to your Facebook comments, and finally talks Arden Hills stadium! Call into our Phone Lines at: 209-736-7877.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we catch up with Vikings news and happenings, and give our opinions. Joey then calls out Adrian Peterson for his ridiculous comment. We more then anything, cover the many thoughts given by you loyal listeners on the PM Facebook page! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We talk everything Vikings, from the PM official MVP, Disappointment, and Surprise of 2010. We also take listener opinions on the above topics, as well as talk about two safeties that have become available. Arden Hills has emerged as the leading candidate to host a potential Vikings stadium, we discuss this as well, and finally talk briefly about the labor dispute. Call into our Phone Lines at 209...

We talk about the Packers victory in Superbowl XLV, and about how they got where they did, and how the Vikings and our fans cannot get over the shock of the last 18 months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we first discuss the Vikings hiring of new offensive coordinator Bill Musgrave, new LB/Assistant head coach Mike Singletary, along with the ongoing QB search. We then of course review the NFC and AFC Championship games and preview Superbowl XLV when your host reveals his strong pick. Call into our Phone Lines at 209-736-7877Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...

Are you ready for some black and blue football? Well, you're gonna have to be. Bears vs Packers in the NFC and Steelers vs Jets in the AFC title game? Yeah, we're in for old school cold weather hard core stuff. Coach Frasier persues former head coaches Josh McDaniels and Mike Singletary to bolster the Vikings staff, we're still waiting on how that turns out. Call into our Phone Lines at 209-736-78...

Well the 2010 season has mercifully come to an end, as has the coaching search for our Minnesota Vikings. Leslie Frazier has been officially named head coach of the Vikings, Favre is done, and fans continue to crown Joe Webb the QB of the future prematurely! Call into our Phone Lines at: 209-736-7877 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leslie Frazier oozes positivity to his players, and we're seeing the results in a 38-14 blowout of the Buffalo Bills on Sunday. Sidney Rice much more resembled himself in 2009 in a dominant performance. Vikings 2010 MVP Adrian Peterson also did exactly what your host predicted: Peterson killed an already bad Buffalo run defense. Join the positivity here in episode 81!Call into our Phone Lines at 2...

Leslie Frazier's potential career as Viking's coach is off to a good start, beating the Redskins in Washington on Sunday. The game, as per usual in 2010 was as tedious as ever, but key stops, and a very key first down was made, that saved the day. Call into our Phone Lines at 209-736-7877Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vikings fans got exactly what they wanted Monday, when Zygi Wilf fired Brad Childress as Vikings coach, and named Leslie Frazier interim coach for the rest of the season. Like the previous two Special Editions, in this ultra dramatic 2010 season, this episode is strictly about you the listener! Call into our Phone Lines at 209-736-7877 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Childress regime is near it's end, and today's 31-3 home loss to arch rival Green Bay should be the final straw that broke the camel's back, not only for Childress but also for Brett Favre, the end has come. A very busy, crazy, and info driven show awaits your ears, here in episode 78. Call into our Phone Lines at 209-736-7877. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Now at 3-6, the Vikings chances of having that magical season that we've waited 50 years for, are all but completely over. Brad Childress' status as head coach remains in tact as I recorded the show, and write this now, but that could change at anytime. Call into our Phone Lines at 209-736-7877 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brett Favre reminded us what spreading the ball meant, Jared Allen and Ray Edwards reminded us what a pass rush looks like. The Vikings played the best 3:34 that we may ever see, the hope now is that this is only the beginning, is it? Call into our Phone Lines at 209-736-7877 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We talk about the events that took place Monday, when Brad Childress alienated his fan base, hid his intentions from upper management, as he of course dumped one of the most talented and debated individuals in NFL history, after acquiring number 84 a mere four weeks ago. Call into our Phone Lines at 209-736-7877. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yet another road loss, yet another lack of execution down the stretch. The most frustrating part of the lack of execution on this team was not at the QB on this day, it was defensively. Madieu Williams looks more fit for the USFL, if that. Call into our Phone Lines at 209-736-7877Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your host puts the notes aside and goes with pure emotion in this epic episode. Brad Childress calls out Brett Favre, has Favre lost his gift? Childress may be losing control and respect of his team. Refs do Vikings no favors, in fact, a 14 point difference isn't over estimating the mistakes made by officials in this game. Call into our Phone Lines: 209-736-7877. Learn more about your ad choices....

In yet another tedious effort by the offense, the Vikings were able to come out on top against the equally struggling Dallas Cowboys. Favre's accuracy has improved, but the big play ability is still lacking. Cedrick Griffen's absence was painfully obvious. Call into our Phone Lines at 209-736-7877. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special edition of PM, we talk about one subject, Randy Moss. The most exciting receiver maybe of all-time, has returned to Minnesota, there will be a more fitting owner of the number 84 yet again. Call Into Our Phone Lines at: 209-736-7877. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Well sorta something good anyways, a win is a win. Brett Favre continues to struggle finding chemistry with his receivers, though Percy Harvin emerged nicely from an injured hip. Adrian Peterson reminded us of his dominance dating back to his truely remarkable 2007 season. Call into our Phone Lines at 209-736-7877. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices