Vikings 1st & SKOL: A Minnesota Vikings podcast

Welcome to today's Vikings Daily Opener! We are now just 75 days away from the Vikings week 1 season opener. Alexander Mattison wins celebrity pro-am cornhole tournament In an unexpected turn of events, Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison recently won the Johnsonville SuperHole IV preliminary, a celebrity pro-am cornhole tournament held at the Adrenaline Sports Center in Ramsey, Minn...

After looking at the quarterback room last week we examine the state of the Vikings running back room. After losing Dalvin Cook, there are a lot of question marks. The Minnesota Vikings have always been known for their strong running game, with names like Adrian Peterson and Dalvin Cook leading the charge. However, with Cook now gone, there are a lot of question marks surrounding the Vikings' runn...

The Minnesota Vikings have been in the headlines lately due to some updates and controversies. Justin Jefferson, the team's wide receiver, has been nominated for Best NFL Player at this year's ESPY Awards and fans can vote for him on ESPN's website. Meanwhile, the Two Old Bloggers podcast talked about the delay in extending Jefferson's contract, Dalvin Cook's frustration with the new offensive sch...

On today’s episode of Two Old Bloggers, Dave goes solo with you because Darren got called away again for work. After beating down the fires in the Northwest Territory, they have a bunch of new ones that he has to deal with. He is doing good work and he’s happy that the show continues on with Dave’s topic ideas. What are they? Controversial Minnesota Vikings news and statements from the week. Contr...

Welcome to the Vikings Daily Opener, your daily source for all things Minnesota Vikings. In today's edition, Minnesota Vikings fans have plenty to look forward to this season, and the Vikings Daily Opener provides all the latest news and updates. From player stock reports to playoff and Super Bowl betting odds, it's the go-to source for all things Vikings. Dave looks at what Vikings news is out in...

Welcome to the Vikings Daily Opener, your daily source for all things Minnesota Vikings. In today's edition, we'll take a look at the state of the Vikings' quarterback room and share some interesting statistics and articles from around the league. Vikings State of the Roster: Quarterback Yesterday, Tyler Forness of Vikings Wire provided a detailed analysis of the Vikings' quarterback position. Led...

Are you a Minnesota Vikings fan? Then you can't miss the latest episode of the Vikings Daily Opener! This episode is packed with exciting football news, including Tyler Forness joining the College Football Network and Judd Zulgad discussing the potential Ring of Honor candidacy of Adam Thielen, Eric Kendricks, and Dalvin Cook. But that's not all! The NFC North Roundtable predicts the division's mo...

Join the first-ever Vikings Expert roundtable on this Real Forno Show. The National Football League’s dead period is upon us, and for Minnesota Vikings fans, it’s a tough time as news is sparse at best. But not to worry, the first-ever Vikings Experts roundtable has been organized to discuss the direction of the Vikings and where they are headed. Join managing editor Tyler Forness as he hosts a pa...

If you're a Minnesota Vikings fan, you won't want to miss the latest episode of Vikings Daily Opener! In this episode of the Vikings Daily Opener, Tyler Forness and Thor Nystrom discuss the Vikings' QB conundrum and the possibility of drafting a quarterback in the first round. They also cover other storylines such as Kene Nwangwu as RB2, trading Justin Jefferson for the first overall pick, and pot...

In the latest episode of the Two Old Bloggers, Darren and Dave delve into the Minnesota Vikings' recent minicamp and the ongoing contract situation with star defensive end Danielle Hunter. While Hunter was absent from the minicamp due to his unresolved contract situation, the hosts expressed concern about the potential distraction of his holdout and the importance of having key players like Justin...

If you're a Minnesota Vikings fan, you won't want to miss the latest episode of Vikings Daily Opener! In this episode, Dave covers the Vikings' recently finalized football operations and personnel departments for the 2023 season, including ten new hires and four promotions. The team's General Manager, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, expressed excitement about the unique skills and strengths possessed by the t...

In this Vikings Daily Opener, Friday Jun 16th, 2023, Dave discusses several topics related to the Minnesota Vikings football team. Justin Jefferson's potential to break Jerry Rice's receiving records, Kay Adams' prediction that rookie Jordan Addison will have a monster year, and the NFL Supplemental Draft's return. One of the main highlights is the potential for rookie wide receiver Jordan Addison...

With the departure of Dalvin Cook as the primary running back, the Minnesota Vikings are now welcoming Alexander Mattison as the new RB1. This change in personnel comes with implications for the team's salary cap, as they look towards the future of the franchise. As fans and analysts alike look back on Cook's tenure with the Vikings, many are left wondering where he ranks on the all-time list of t...

On this episode of The Real Forno Show, Tyler Forness and Kevin Fielder discuss the recent mandatory mini-camp of Minnesota Vikings. The biggest news came from starting quarterback Kirk Cousins who said that contract extension talks likely wouldn't occur again until March. While there wasn't much to report on the purple and gold, the hosts decided to have some fun and do a 7 on 7 draft of rookies....

Vikings fans, have you heard the latest episode of Vikings Daily Opener? It's packed with updates on the Minnesota Vikings' players' progress and news from the mini-camp and more. The Minnesota Vikings recently wrapped up their mandatory minicamp, with quarterback Kirk Cousins stating that he doesn't expect to discuss a contract extension with the team until March 2024. This statement has led to s...

Vikings fans, have you heard the latest episode of Vikings Daily Opener? It's packed with updates on the Minnesota Vikings' players' progress and news from the mini-camp. The episode covers Justin Jefferson's arrival at minicamp, putting an end to rumors that he might hold out due to contract negotiations. On the other hand, Danielle Hunter was not in attendance due to contract negotiations. Head...

When mandatory minicamp hits on Tuesday, the expectation is that outside linebacker Danielle Hunter will be a holdout. We have had a lot of discussions about Hunter and a potential contract extension and trade. This is the next step in Hunter's path to getting a contract extension. How does this impact his quest for that extension with regard to the collective bargaining agreement? According to so...

The Minnesota Vikings are just 89 days away from their season opener. However, one of their star players, outside linebacker Danielle Hunter, will not be attending the mandatory minicamp due to an ongoing contract dispute with the team. Hunter is seeking a new deal, and the two sides have not been able to come to an agreement thus far. The situation has escalated to the point where teams from arou...

We are excited to announce that Justin Day from Purple & Gold 4 Days YouTube page is joining Vikings 1st & SKOL as a podcast partner. Vikings 1st & SKOL: A Minnesota Vikings podcast is the Vikings arm of the Fans First Sports Network. Our family of sports podcasts is dedicated to providing content "by fans, for fans", and Justin's well thought out commentary on the Minnesota Vikings is the perfect...

In this episode of Two Old Bloggers, Darren and Dave dive into some of the biggest storylines surrounding the Minnesota Vikings. The guys start by discussing the recent release of star running back Dalvin Cook, who was a key player in the Vikings’ running game. Although Cook’s production last year did not match his salary, he will be difficult to replace. The Vikings’ running back room currently h...

The Minnesota Vikings are making some tough decisions regarding their personnel. The team has released some aging players who are no longer productive, and it is clear that they are looking to build a more competitive and successful roster. This requires making difficult choices, but it is necessary to create a team that can compete at the highest level. Despite the loss of some household names, s...

The Vikings Daily Opener is the go-to source for all things Minnesota Vikings. In the latest episode, the team's decision to release running back Dalvin Cook was the highlight of the discussion. The move will double their salary cap space for the next two seasons, providing them with more financial resources to build a stronger team. However, it comes at a cost, as the team will have to pay $8.2 m...

In the world of the National Football League, it's not often that news breaks during the off-season. However, today, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported that teams have been calling the Minnesota Vikings about a potential trade involving their Pro Bowl edge rusher, Danielle Hunter. The Real Forno Show has decided to delve into all the potential implications of this news. On the show, they will dis...

Welcome to the Vikings Daily Opener, your daily source for all things Minnesota Vikings. On June 8th, 2023, the Minnesota Vikings were only 94 days away from their season opener. The Vikings Daily Opener provided big news and updates for that day. The biggest news of the day was the Vikings' decision to release their running back, Dalvin Cook, on Friday. This news came after a potential trade fell...

Welcome to the Vikings Daily Opener. Today, we have some interesting stories to cover. Get up-to-date on your Vikings news and what fans are talking about. The June 7th, 2023, episode of Vikings Daily Opener featured several interesting stories and updates surrounding the Minnesota Vikings. The episode includes the inspiring story of Mekhi Blackmon, a new cornerback for the Vikings who overcame si...