Purple Daily - A Minnesota Vikings Podcast

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey react to Week 15 in the NFL! The Kansas City Chiefs suffered the worst day in recent team history; Boone apologizes to Jeremiah; JJ McCarthy balls out for Minnesota Vikings! 04:00 - Patrick Mahomes tears his ACL; What next for Kansas City Chiefs? 15:00 - Los Angeles Chargers are a real threat in the AFC 20:00 - Does the road through the AFC playoffs indeed run through the Denver Broncos? 27:00 - The Buffalo Bills are primed to do what only four other teams have done in NFL history 45:00 - The Los Angeles Rams put the Detroit Lions season in jeopardy; But can the Rams overcome key injuries? 57:00 - The Minnesota Vikings and JJ McCarthy delivered a dagger to the Dallas Cowboys’ season 1:16:00 - A review of old man Philip Rivers’ performance See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Minnesota Vikings are winners of back-to-back games for the first time this season thanks in large part to J.J. McCarthy. It took most of the season, but the Minnesota Vikings and J.J. McCarthy have begun to show some consistency. So, how are we all feeling about “nine”? The Before I Die crew is back diving deep on J.J. McCarthy and the Minnesota Vikings after their Sunday night victory over the Dallas Cowboys. 0:00 – No playoffs for the Minnesota Vikings 2:15 – How are we feeling about J.J. McCarthy 5:45 – Looking for consistency from J.J. McCarthy 10:15 – Best case scenario for the Minnesota Vikings is that J.J. McCarthy is THE GUY! 18:35 Sunday night was Kevin O’Connell’s best game of the season. 23:10 – Your Comments From YouTube. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the Kansas City Chiefs out, the Buffalo Bills finally have a path to win a Super Bowl; The Bengals are going to fumble Joe Burrow era; Why the 49ers can get the No. 1 seed in the NFC; What happens if SoFi Stadium hosts both NFC and AFC title games; Diego Pavia just misses out on Heisman Trophy and didn’t exactly handle it now and more on Football Takes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thor and AJ react to the Vikings' win on Sunday Night Football over Dallas and talk about the play of JJ McCarthy threw for 250 passing yards and tallied 3 total TDs. Is this the new normal for McCarthy? What to make of the interaction post game with Kevin O'Connell and McCarthy? Any worry on the JJ to Jefferson connection? Plus more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings HOTTEST TAKES after a win over the Dallas Cowboys; Why the Vikings are playing with house money; Mackey & Judd are fighting about how legitimate the Vikings opponents are; Kevin O'Connell drew up his best play of the Vikings season; Vikings are still gearing up for success in 2026; Plus a Vikings pie chart of Praise for JJ McCarthy, Will Reichard and more on Purple Daily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings UPSET the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday Night Football; JJ McCarthy is stacking another impressive performance for the Vikings; Kevin O'Connell called a brilliant game for the Vikings in the win; Vikings fans join the show to give their thoughts on the win and more on Vikings Vent Line. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings-Dallas Cowboys matchup on Sunday Night Football; Is this the best kicking matchup of all time; Can the Vikings offense continue to have success against a bad Cowboys defense; Will the Vikings survive in a shootout and more on Purple Picks. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thor is joined by Leighton James to dive deep into the prop lines for this weekend's game between the Vikings and Cowboys. The two cover both QBs, running backs and pass catchers while sharing their knowledge of why they lean one way or another! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings QB options for 2026 season! Should the Vikings consider bringing back Kirk Cousins; Vikings trade ideas for Joe Burrow; Justin Jefferson's future with the Vikings; Plus other Vikings feedback and a Snake Draft of the Week on Purple Daily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sherrone Moore is out at the University of Michigan, so what's next for the football program? Who could wind up replacing Sherrone Moore, the shortest tenured coach in the school's history? Thor Nystrom and Robbie Rosenhaus review the fallout from the breaking news in Ann Arbor and then deep dive into their best bets for the football week. It's the "Thor's Hammers" edition of Football Takes with our strongest opinions and thoughts on everything ahead in the NFL and bowl season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings fans have received a PHD in quarterback play if they have been listening to Kevin O’Connell. Settle in for some J.J. McCarthy and “pure progression” talk. The Minnesota Star Tribune’s Chip Scoggins joins Purple Daily’s Judd Zulgad for another edition of Purple Access. The boy’s breakdown J.J. McCarthy’s progression as QB1 and Kevin O’Connell’s role in that development. And wouldn’t you love to know the exact conversations that Kevin O’Connell and Justin Jefferson are having right now? Finally, Joe Burrow to the Minnesota Vikings? 0:00 – It is complicated to play QB in the NFL. 4:14 – The offense we saw Sunday should have been the offense all season. 8:08 – Should Kevin O’Connell be working with a young QB? 12:56 – How is Justin Jefferson handling the lack of production? 18:28 – What does the Minnesota Vikings 2026 Quarterback situation look like? 22:05 – Discussing Minnesota Vikings drops at Wide Receiver. 26:50 – Joe Burrow to the Minnesota Vikings? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey answer your Dumb Football Questions, including about the crazy chaos surrounding Sherrone Moore’s firing as Michigan head coach, Philip Rivers getting back in the saddle, cryptic Joe Burrow and more! 03:00 - WTF is happening with Michigan football? Who will be the next Michigan head coach? 10:30 - Is Philip Rivers going to thrive or die in his Indianapolis Colts return? 17:00 - Is Joe Burrow going to retire or demand a trade from Cincinnati Bengals? 37:00 - Week 15 picks! Los Angeles Chargers @ Kansas City Chiefs; Buffalo Bills @ New England Patriots; Green Bay Packers @ Denver Broncos; Detroit Lions @ Los Angeles Rams; Army vs. Navy Surfshark is completely risk-free with their 30-day money-back guarantee. Go to https://surfshark.com/oline or use code OLINE at checkout to get four extra months of Surfshark VPN See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Should Minnesota Vikings pursue Joe Burrow who appears unhappy in Cincinnati Bengals; What would it cost for the Vikings to acquire Burrow; Why the Vikings paying Burrow is different from paying Kirk Cousins; Has opinions on Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell changed over the last year; Plus a Vikigns mock draft update and more with Thor Nystrom on Purple Daily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's an Ask Thor Anything Thursday with questions about where blame should be directed this season, offseason work to set up JJ McCarthy for the most success, possible replacements for Brian Flores if he were to leave, and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings facing rare uncertainties this offseason; Who are the fall guys for this Viking season; Is Kevin O’Connell distancing himself from other Vikings figureheads; What are the Vikings quarterback plans after this season and other Vikings news with Doogie on Purple Daily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former Minnesota Viking and founder of The OLine Committee YouTube channel Alex Boone joins Phil Mackey to break down an EPIC 19-play, 98-yard touchdown drive by the Vikings offense against the Washington Commanders! This drive had a little bit of everything -- some run game, some mistakes, a few big throws by JJ McCarthy, heavy personnel packages and more! What can the Vikings learn from this drive? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd, Thor, and AJ share their latest football takes regarding teams beginning to tank, the Colts QB situation, adding a new type of tent to the sidelines, and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thor and AJ run through the top prospects who could realistically fall in the Vikings draft slot for the NFL Draft and what there is to know about them. Plus a 3-round mock draft with Thor working the trade phones! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings predictions against the Dallas Cowboys involving JJ McCarthy, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, Jordan Mason and more; Plus, we have a mock draft update and a QB Cespool Challenge on Purple Daily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It’s a Hot Take Tuesday with Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone, Phil Mackey! Hot takes involving the Minnesota Vikings finding an offensive formula, Philip Rivers returning to the Indianapolis Colts and more! 03:00 - HOT TAKE: The Minnesota Vikings found an offensive formula that works with JJ McCarthy 17:00 - HOT TAKE: Philip Rivers is going to save the Indianapolis Colts season 29:00 - HOT TAKE: The Los Angeles Chargers are going to play in the Super Bowl 14 months from now 38:00 - HOT TAKE: It’s been two years, and we already need to blow up the College Football Playoff format Surfshark is completely risk-free with their 30-day money-back guarantee. Go to https://surfshark.com/oline or use code OLINE at checkout to get four extra months of Surfshark VPN See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.