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Nick Olson, Gregg Blake, and Matt Fries cover the Minnesota Vikings. They dive deep on the team from an analytics, film, and fan perspective.
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Episode 93 - JJ McCarthy Deep Dive
Matt and Nick are back to deep dive the player we hope is the Minnesota Vikings' next franchise QB, JJ McCarthy. They cover every aspect of his game, including:* Physical talent compared to other QBs* Dropback footwork* Pocket management and play under pressure* Mental processing* Ability to read NFL plays* Accuracy and arm talent* Running abilityWith tons from Matt's charting, this is an episode you won't want to miss!Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnflGregg Blake @thegre...
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Episode 92 - 2024 Vikings Draft Review
Matt and Nick are back to discuss the Minnesota Vikings haul in the 2024 NFL Draft. Topics include:* First round trades* JJ McCarthy* Dallas Turner* Khyree Jackson* Walter Rouse* Will Reichard* Michael Jurgens* Levi Drake Rodriguez* UDFAs, including Gabriel Murphy, Dwight McGlothern, and Bo RichterMatt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnflGregg Blake @thegreggblake@kindredskols on twitterWe are available on iTunes, Spotify, wherever you get your podcastsYoutube - Kindred Skols (l...
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Episode 91 - 2024 Draft QB Deep Dive with Luke Braun
Matt brings on special guest Luke Braun of the Locked on Vikings podcast to discuss the candidates to fill the Vikings' biggest need heading into the draft - Quarterback. Luke gives deep dive scouting reports, fit in the Vikings' offense, projected improvements, and player ceilings on:* Caleb Williams* Jayden Daniels* Drake Maye* JJ McCarthy* Michael Penix* Bo Nixin this jam-packed episode. Check it out!Luke Braun: @LukeBraunNFL, Locked on Vikings Podcast, https://www.patreon.com/LukeBr...
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Episode 90 - Defensive Free Agent Deep Dive and What Does a QB Cost?
Matt and Nick are back to do tape deep dive on the Vikings' critical defensive additions, cover the rest of free agency, and discuss the Vikings' trade options in the 2024 NFL draft.Topics include:* Jonathan Greenard* Blake Cashman* Andrew Van Ginkel* Shaq Griffin* Comp pick impact of Griffin signing* Less expensive FAs* Harrison Smith restructure* Remaining cap space and team needs* Analysis of the pre-draft trade up to 23* Potential trade partners and packages for the Vikings to get a QB* A...
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Episode 89 - Vikings Free Agent Frenzy During the Legal Tampering Window
Matt and Nick are back to discuss a flurry of moves that technically haven't happened yet. They cover everything new and former Vikings, including:* Kirk Cousins* Sam Darnold* Danielle Hunter* Jonathan Greenard* Andrew Van Ginkel* Blake Cashman* Aaron Jones* Blake Brandel* David Quessenberry* Brandon Powell* Johnny Mundt* John Parker Romo* Dean Lowry* William Kwenku* Remaining needs and potential targetsMatt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnflGregg Blake @thegreggblake@kindreds...
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Episode 88 - Six Questions About Vikings' Free Agency
Matt and Nick are back to discuss the most pressing questions the Vikings have before NFL free agency starts next week:* What do you want the team to do with the Kirk Cousins contract situation?* Would you re-sign Danielle Hunter. If not, who do you want to go after on the defensive line?* Who do you want to target to be the Vikings LG?* Should the Vikings look at investing in RB in Free Agency?* Who is one outside free agent you want the Vikings to target aggressively?* What should the Vikin...