Purple Mafia -Minnesota Vikings Podcast-

Joey previews the huge Vikings vs Packers season opener, and talks about a very surprising move by the Packers when they select their number 2 QB. OT Bryant McKinney suspended 4 games as expected. Vikings don't keep Brandon Summral on the practice squad and lose him to Tampa Bay. The exciting Albert Young, Martin Nance and Darius Reynaud are kept on the practice squad thankfully, so not all is los...

Paladino Joey talks in depth about the Vikings loss to the Dallas Cowboys 16-10, to wrap up the preseason. In depth player coverage and on who should and probably wont make the 53 man roster come this weekend. Joey also responds to some haters on itunes, and reads last show's poll results and announces this episode's poll! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vikings lose a very boring 12-10 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. With Jackson out, Frerrotte played pretty well, but as a whole, the game was pretty dull. Latroy Guion's strong play continues, along with a very good showing by Aundrae Allison. Continued player evaluation, poll results and this weeks new poll announcement! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tarvaras Jackson looks really nice, then unfortunately hurts his MCL and is out 2 weeks. Defensive line starts slow, makes me wonder a little, then settles down. 4 players to watch and talk about, polls results and newest poll! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Favre mess is finally over, or so we hope, as he is "Jet"isoned to NY, a weird fit indeed. Vikings disappoint against Seattle. Jackson impressive, defensive line not so great starting out. Special teams star Heath Farwell is out for the season with a knee injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brett Favre still a major possibility, despite the likely hood that he'll wind up back with the Packers. Too many blips out there to not think that something is up, regarding Favre being a Viking. DB Charles Gordon emerging in a big way in training camp, along with TE Garrett Mills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brett Favre story won't go away, as the Vikings silly rumors continue as well. Paladino asks you to vote on your Favre defensive Viking along with a phone call from "Nate Dogg". A possible Favre trade partner, which may also release someone who could become a possible option for the Vikings at QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ray Edwards thinks he's the next Michael Strahan, Erasmus James is traded for a 7th round pick as another top pick fizzles. More nuggets about Gus Frerotte and Tarvaris Jackson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Multiple Vikings Nuggets, including talk about 5th round pick Latroy Guion, John David Booty, and Peterson's huge expectations. We have our first call, and we analyse what Farzin has to say about the Vikings chances on defense with Jared Allen changing our pass defense from mediocre to great. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NFL Draft on Saturday and Sunday was full of trades and surprises. Vikings pass on Brian Brohm and Chad Henne, but do land John David Booty in round 5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Minnesota Vikings might have the best D-Line in the NFL, pieces are coming to place which might make for a very good year if all goes well. A little draft and off-season analysisLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices