Skol Stories

Welcome back to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partner of the Minnesota Vikings. This week, Pete Bercich and Mark Rosen welcome back Vikings Legendary running back, Robert Smith. Robert looks back on his career playing at Soldier Field, the joy of befriending Korey Stringer, the decision to walk away from the game, moving his talents into the commentary booth, and the current...

Welcome back to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partners of the Minnesota Vikings. This week, Mark Rosen & Pete Bercich welcome former cornerback Dewayne Washington to the show. Dewayne recants growing up in North Carolina, his affinity for the teachings of his NFL coaches over the years, his 'Welcome To The NFL' moment from Sterling Sharpe, and how he's continuing his involvem...

Welcome back to Skol Stories presented by 3M - The official science partners of the Minnesota Vikings. This week, Pete Bercich welcomes his old teammate, Jimmy Hitchcock, to the show. Pete and Jimmy look back at Jimmy's time growing up in North Carolina, his medical issues at the Combine, working with Bill Belichick and Pete Carroll as his Cornerback coaches, joining the 1998 Vikings, and giving b...

Welcome back to another season of Skol Stories Presented by 3M. We’re kicking off the season with a focus on the Super Bowl era with three-time Super Bowl Safety, Jeff Wright. Jeff tells Pete Bercich his stories of growing up in Edina, Minnesota, the fateful phone call that brought him to the University of Minnesota, when he knew he fit in with the Vikings squad, and the improvised play he made th...

In this special edition of Skol Stories, Minnesota Vikings team reporter Eric Smith reflects on the Vikings earning their 500th regular season victory during the 2021 season. Eric reached out to Viking greats like Fran Tarkenton, Cris Carter, Harrison Smith and more to share their thoughts on their most memorable moments in team history. From team firsts to incredible finishes, take a listen to so...

Former Vikings punter and current sideline analyst for the Vikings Radio Network Greg Coleman was this week's guest on Skol Stories to discuss perfecting the coffin-corner punt, his first game for Bud Grant where he attempted a fake punt, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Vikings punter and current sideline analyst for the Vikings Radio Network Greg Coleman was this week's guest on Skol Stories to discuss perfecting the coffin-corner punt, his first game for Bud Grant where he attempted a fake punt, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Skol Stories, hear from legendary Vikings RB Robert Smith about his path to the NFL and the Vikings, playing for Head Coach Dennis Green, retiring earlier than many thought he would and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pete Bercich welcomes tonight's Skol Stories guest, former Vikings Quarterback, Gus Frerotte. Gus reminisces on his time in Minnesota, the pure talent of Randy Moss as a Wide Receiver, Justin Jefferson's future, pranking the Vikings locker room and his memorable Training Camp with teammate Brock Lesnar. Pete also breaks down what happened in Detroit and the Primetime Purple matchup versus the Pitt...

Tonight's guest is former Vikings Running Back Scottie Graham. After football, Scottie worked for the NFLPA for over a decade. Since then, he has worked in Administration and this season he has started a new venture as the Running Backs Coach for the University of Arizona Wildcats. Scottie reflects with Pete Bercich on his time in Minnesota, sharing the lessons he learned as a player to the next g...

Tonight's Skol Stories guest is former Vikings Cornerback Antonio Banks. Pete Bercich and Antonio catch up about Antonio's incredible football journey all over the world, his first NFL game, Coach Green's memorable impression and Antonio's philosophy in passing down his knowledge to the next generation. Pete Bercich also breaks down the win versus the Packers and the opportunities he sees to exten...

Tonight's guest is former Vikings fullback, Obafemi Ayanbadejo. Femi and Pete discuss Femi's journey to the NFL, Pete's impact on Femi's NFL experience, his impressive post NFL career and the impact of former Vikings coach Dennis Green on both the Vikings and Ravens organizations. Pete also looks ahead to key matchups in the upcoming Border Battle this Sunday between the Minnesota Vikings and Gree...

Tonight's guest is former Wide Receiver, Greg Camarillo. Pete and Greg talk about Greg's initial decision to choose Stanford over Harvard, his journey to the NFL, what working under Coach Sparano was like during a historic NFL season and his memories of his time in Minnesota. Pete and Producer Jay Nelson talk about the upcoming matchup with the Chargers and key matchups to watch this Sunday. It's...

This week's episode of Skol Stories features Pete Bercich interviewing Steve Hutchinson. Pete and Steve talk about Steve's life outside of the NFL, working in Scouting with the Titans and Seahawks, the state of today's college and NFL programs and playing golf with John Randle. Pete and Producer Jay Nelson also talk about the upcoming matchup with the Ravens this Sunday at M&T Stadium.  It's all o...

This week's episode of Skol stories features Pete Bercich interviewing former Punter Darren Bennett, who helped revolutionize the NFL with his "Aussie Style" punts for both the San Diego Chargers and Minnesota Vikings. He talks about playing professional Aussie Rules football in high school, his journey to the NFL, his memories of Minnesota and the legacy his son left during his fight with Muscula...

Tonight's guest is Mike Tice. Mike shares his thoughts on ROH Member Kevin Williams, his impressions of our new facilities, advice for Christian Darrisaw, volunteering at the new football academy in Canton, Ohio and his philanthropic work done all over the country. Pete Bercich also recaps the Lions win and looks at the Northern Tool and Equipment Keys to Success down in Charlotte versus the Panth...

On this edition of Skol Stories Vikings Ring of Honor Inductee Kevin Williams after former defensive tackle sits down with Pete Bercich of the Vikings Entertainment Network to talk about the honor he will receive at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Skol Stories, Vikings Radio Network's Pete Bercich is joined by former Vikings wide receiver Jake Reed and his wife Vinita. The Reeds have partnered with Feed the Children to help the community of Hammond, Louisiana heal from the affects of Hurricane Ida. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Skol Stories, Vikings Radio Network's Pete Bercich is joined by former Vikings tight end Byron Chamberlain. Chamberlain shares his thoughts on this year's Vikings roster, what he is up to now with his former Vikings teammates and what his two seasons with Minnesota were like in the early 2000s. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Skol Stories, Pete Bercich of the Vikings Radio Network is joined by current Vikings Senior Consultant and NFL player and head coach Paul Wiggin. Wiggin has been around the NFL for over 60 years in these capacities and around the Vikings organization since 1985. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Skol Stories, Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich of the Vikings Entertainment Network are joined by former Vikings running back Dave Osborn who shares some classic stories with the Vikings playing alongside the legendary Fran Tarkenton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Skol Stories former Vikings defensive end Jared Allen joins Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich to relive the best stories of his days with the Vikings. Allen talks about what he's up to now and his journey as a professional Olympic curler. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Skol Stories former Vikings WR and Minnesota Gophers announcer Paul Flatley joins Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich to talk about his times with the Vikings dating back to playing under Norm Van Brocklin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Skol Stories Director of Operations/Team Travel Luther Hippe and Head Equipment Manager Dennis Ryan relive the collapse of the Metrodome on its 10-year anniversary. Hippe and Ryan tell stories of the 2009 Vikings, Brett Favre and give some behind-the-scenes access to the weekend the dome collapsed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Skol Stories, former Vikings running back Darrin Nelson recounts some of the best memories of his journey to the Vikings and his career in Minnesota. Vikings.com's Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich chat with Nelson about what he's up to today and get his thoughts on the current state of the NFL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.