Vikings 1st & SKOL: A Minnesota Vikings podcast

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  1. Vikings Overhaul: Cap Cuts, RB Targets, and Trade Drama—What’s Next?

    12H AGO

    Vikings Overhaul: Cap Cuts, RB Targets, and Trade Drama—What’s Next?

    Vikings Cap Reset, RB Plans, and Jonathan Greenard Trade Buzz — Darren Campbell and Dave Stefano discuss the Vikings’ 2026 reset after an aggressive 2025 spending spree, detailing how restructures and a T.J. Hockenson contract rework (saving over $5M and making him a free agent after 2026) helped reach cap compliance. They expect cuts or failed trade attempts involving Aaron Jones Sr., Jonathan Allen, and Javon Hargrave, note Ryan Kelly’s retirement, and predict a bargain-focused free agency similar to 2022, citing Eric Wilson and Isaiah Rodgers as recent value signings. They analyze the running back room with Aaron Jones likely gone, Jordan Mason needing a complementary back, and potential targets like Rachaad White or Kenneth Gainwell plus an earlier RB draft pick. The show centers on trade rumors around edge rusher Jonathan Greenard, reportedly seeking a raise, with Minnesota possibly targeting at least a second-round pick, affecting depth and draft needs. They also cover QB rumors involving Geno Smith and Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz chatter, and the Vikings tendering breakout DT Jalen Redmond. 00:00 Cap Reset Overview 01:51 Show Kickoff and Chat 03:08 Getting Cap Compliant 06:03 2025 Spending Fallout 09:10 Bargain Free Agency Plan 13:15 Hockenson Contract Rework 15:13 Draft Ripple Effects 18:41 Running Back Room Revamp 20:48 Mason Role and Limitations 23:26 Value RB Targets and Draft 28:44 Theme Three Begins 29:29 Trade Buzz Around Jonathan Greenard 34:11 What Greenard Is Worth 36:01 Depth Chart After a Deal 40:19 Division Trade Talk 42:17 Free Agency Timeline Watch 43:05 Quarterback Carousel Returns 46:31 Geno Smith Fit Concerns 50:29 Carson Wentz To Jets 51:40 Jalen Redmond Tender News 53:08 Redmond Extension Debate 56:52 Free Agency Expectations 58:35 Wrap Up And Sign Off Fan With Us! We have your Minnesota Vikings talk amongst the Two Old Bloggers, Darren @KickassblogVike, and Dave @Luft_Krigare along with our numbers guy, Drew Bunting. Join the conversation! Fan with us at Vikings 1st & SKOL @Vikings1stSKOL and with our podcast partner Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN. _______________________________________________________ ⭐️ Subscribe to us here! - https://www.youtube.com/@vikings1stskol92 ⭐️ Our X can be found at @Vikings1stSKOL ⭐️ Our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/493z6mQXcN ⭐️ At Fans First Sports Network - https://www.ffsn.app/teams/minnesota-vikings/ ⭐️ Watch the live show here: https://youtu.be/5sNnt-Ad29s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 3m

  2. 3D AGO

    Vikings QB of the Future in Free Agency? Geno Smith Fit, Murray Upside & Willis Mystery

    Vikings QB Options and the Jonathan Allen Fallout: Cash vs Cap and Rebuilding the DT Room — Tyler Forness and Luke Braun return with an “Xs and Skulls” breakdown focused on the Vikings’ quarterback outlook while sharply criticizing the team’s handling of Jonathan Allen. They argue Allen was a good player who didn’t match his $17M AAV expectations, and that cutting him is driven more by ownership cash savings than cap efficiency, creating a major defensive tackle need and potentially forcing expensive replacements or a first-round DT pick. They discuss how scheme context affects grading, compare similar contract-driven fan reactions (including T.J. Hockenson), and note concerns about similar treatment of other veterans like Javon Hargrave and Aaron Jones. At quarterback, they debate vet-minimum opportunities (Kyler Murray, Geno Smith, Kirk Cousins), evaluate Malik Willis as a risky bet, and consider Anthony Richardson as a cheap “fixer-upper.” They announce a 10 PM Central Monday live show on the Locked On Vikings YouTube channel. 00:00 Show Intro Setup 00:54 Jonathan Allen Fallout 07:05 Cap Hits Versus Cash 13:18 Defense Cuts Concerns 18:21 Quarterback Market Shift 21:14 Malik Willis Breakdown 28:06 Anthony Richardson Idea 31:30 Richardson Flyer Bet 32:24 Upside vs Cap Hit 33:36 O’Connell Calls Shots 35:18 Kyler Fit Debate 39:34 Murray Mechanics Concerns 42:16 Fixer Upper vs Band Aid 44:19 Geno Bridge Option 48:57 Job Saving Culture Rant 50:36 McCarthy Still In Play 54:39 Announcements and Wrap Up ____________________________________________________________ ⭐️ Subscribe to us here! - https://www.youtube.com/@vikings1stskol92 ⭐️ Our Twitter can be found at @Vikings1stSKOL ⭐️ Our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/493z6mQXcN ⭐️ Tyler Forness can be read at A to Z Sports - https://atozsports.com/nfl/minnesota-vikings-news/ ⭐️ At Fans First Sports Network - https://www.ffsn.app/teams/minnesota-vikings/ ⭐️ On Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vikings1standskol ⭐️ Watch the live show here: https://youtu.be/AOoH-tZ4aRM FAN WITH US!!! Tyler Forness @TheRealForno of Vikings 1st & SKOL @Vikings1stSKOL and A to Z Sports @AtoZSportsNFL, with Luke Braun of Locked On Vikings @lockedonvikings, and Dave Stefano @Luft_Krigare producing this Vikings 1st & SKOL production. Podcasts partnered with Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 4m
  3. NFC North: Shocking Retirement, Trades & Crazy!

    4D AGO

    NFC North: Shocking Retirement, Trades & Crazy!

    NFC North Roundup: Combine Takeaways, Dalman Retires, Montgomery Traded, and Cap Crunch Moves — Dave (Vikings), Pay (Bears), and Foster (Lions) recap NFC North offseason developments, starting with mixed feelings about the NFL Combine’s value and unusually fast times possibly tied to new Indy field infill. The biggest Bears news is center Drew Dalman’s surprise retirement, forcing Chicago to pivot toward Tyler Linderbaum while managing cap issues and potential trades involving Tremaine Edmunds, DJ Moore, Jevon Dexter, and even QB Tyson Bagent. Detroit discusses trading David Montgomery to Houston for picks and OL Juice Scruggs, leaving the Lions thin at RB and needing OL solutions, with talk of possible Sam LaPorta trade rumors. Minnesota addresses QB uncertainty and interest rumors, Jonathan Greenard being made available via trade after seeking a raise, plans to retain T.J. Hockenson, and cap-saving cuts. They also touch on leaked NFLPA team/field grades and Packers topics including Matt LaFleur’s lowered grade, cap tightness, and Super Bowl window debate. 00:00 NFC North Cold Open 01:50 Hosts And Roundup Setup 02:28 Combine Takeaways 04:42 Why The Combine Was Fast 06:41 Drew Dalman Retires 09:17 Stadium And Field Grades 11:23 Bears Center Plan And Cap 17:32 Bears Trade Rumors 21:44 Kyler Murray To Minnesota 25:52 Vikings Offseason Uncertainty 28:38 Lions Trade Montgomery 32:49 Lions Trade Rumor Fallout 34:20 Super Bowl Window Talk 35:06 Backup QB Options 37:30 Diggs Reunion Question 38:36 Packers Grades Hot Seat 43:26 Vikings Edge Trade Drama 48:48 Vikings Cap Cuts Targets 51:49 Division Cap Crunch Needs 55:50 Bears Chase Pass Rusher 58:15 Vikings QB Uncertainty 01:00:18 Wrap Up Shows Plug FAN WITH US!!!  Follow us on Twitter ✖️ for more updates… Pay @TheRealPayday, host of Frustrated Chicago Sports Fan Channel, June @asgjune & M Foster @Mbrfosterchild, hosts of the Bleachers To Speakers [Lions] podcast, and Dave Stefano @Luft_Krigare, from @Vikings1stSKOL. This has been a joint podcast production partnered with Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN. ⭐️ Subscribe to us here! - Vikings 1st & SKOL, https://www.youtube.com/@vikings1stskol92 ⭐️ and here - Bleachers to Speakers, https://www.youtube.com/@BleachersToSpeakers-yq8tm ⭐️ and here - Frustrated Chicago Sports Fan, https://www.youtube.com/@FrustratedChicago ⭐️ V1&S on X can be found at @Vikings1stSKOL ⭐️ V1&S Discord at https://discord.com/invite/493z6mQXcN ⭐️ At Fans First Sports Network - https://www.ffsn.app/teams/minnesota-vikings/ ⭐️ Catch it here: https://youtu.be/JYXi4t0eJM4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 9m
  4. Vikings Latest: Greenard & Murray

    5D AGO

    Vikings Latest: Greenard & Murray

    Vikings Trade Rumors: Jonathan Greenard on the Block and Kyler Murray Linked to Minnesota — In a bonus episode of The Real Forno Show, Tyler Forness and producer Dave discuss reports that the Vikings are open to trading Pro Bowl edge rusher Jonathan Greenard due to major salary-cap issues, while emphasizing they don’t want to give him away and arguing the smarter move is extending him to both pay him more and lower his cap hit. Forness details Greenard’s impact in Brian Flores’ defense, addresses concerns about sack production, and compares potential trade value to historical edge-rusher deals, suggesting a first-round-type return in theory but expecting offers closer to a second-plus. The show also covers the Cardinals’ plan to cut Kyler Murray and why he’s being linked to Minnesota despite scheme-fit concerns, including the possibility he signs for the veteran minimum due to offset language. 00:00 Vikings News Rundown 01:04 Bonus Show Kickoff 01:50 Trade Rumors Surface 03:20 Why Grenard Matters 04:51 Pay Raise Debate 11:50 Extend Versus Trade 15:43 Why Value Is Weird 18:37 Edge Trade Comps 20:22 Best Return Estimate 22:46 Trade Offers Fall Short 23:47 Draft Status Trade Bias 24:56 Keep Hockenson Plan 26:35 Extend and Pay Core 29:41 Kyler Murray Cut News 31:34 Fit and Scheme Questions 33:18 Vikings Interest and Value 34:44 Daniel Jones Tag Risks 38:46 Kyler Landing Spots 42:16 Wrap Up and Sign Off _____________________________________________________________ ⭐️ Subscribe to us here! - https://www.youtube.com/@vikings1stskol92 ⭐️ Our Twitter can be found at @Vikings1stSKOL ⭐️ Our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/493z6mQXcN ⭐️ Tyler Forness can be read at A to Z Sports - https://atozsports.com/nfl/minnesota-vikings-news/ ⭐️ Submit questions: forms.gle/7LJkCAern9kdUkuD8 ⭐️ On Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vikings1standskol ⭐️ Watch the live show here: https://youtu.be/S_ouhdFyvHs Fan With Us!!! Tyler Forness @TheRealForno of Vikings 1st & SKOL @Vikings1stSKOL and A to Z Sports @AtoZSportsNFL, with Dave Stefano @Luft_Krigare producing this Vikings 1st & SKOL production, the @RealFornoShow. Podcasts partnered with Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    48 min
  5. JJ McCarthy Future in Doubt? Post-Combine Vikings Breakdown

    6D AGO

    JJ McCarthy Future in Doubt? Post-Combine Vikings Breakdown

    Vikings QB Rumors: Geno Smith, Kyler Murray, and the Uncertain Future of JJ McCarthy + Mock Draft Breakdown — Host Tyler Forness and Producer Dave discuss Vikings quarterback rumors centered on Geno Smith, Kyler Murray, and the uncertain future of J.J. McCarthy, contrasting national reports hinting at a split with local reporting that Minnesota wants competition. Forness explains how Geno’s contract structure could enable a release, why he prefers Geno over Kirk Cousins as a stopgap, and why Kyler’s fit is questioned due to durability, height, and reluctance to throw over the middle. They note Vikings staff concerns about McCarthy’s consistency and leadership, plus organizational pressure on Kevin O’Connell after front-office and coaching changes. The episode closes with Forness’s first-round and seven-round mock drafts, including rationale for picks like LSU CB Mansoor Delane, Georgia LB CJ Allen, and other mid-to-late round targets. 00:00 Vikings QB Rumor Rundown 01:19 Show Intro and Housekeeping 02:58 Geno Smith to Minnesota 03:53 Contract Cap Mechanics 08:27 Geno Fit vs Kyler Debate 14:27 JJ McCarthy Divorce Buzz 17:39 OConnell Pressure and Stakes 26:18 Staffers Concerns and Leadership 30:22 Other QB Options and Derek Carr 33:04 Mock Drafts Tease 33:48 Sunny Styles Buzz 34:16 Vikings Need DT 35:14 Worst Backup QB 35:57 How Mocks Work 38:09 Vikings Pick CJ Allen 40:41 Sneaky QB Options 42:03 Other Team Fits 44:06 Mock Tracker Talk 47:54 Seven Round Vikings 49:11 Mid Round Targets 52:53 Late Round Sleepers 55:28 Rodriguez Debate 57:16 Wrap Up Schedule 58:36 Safety Class Notes 59:59 Final Sign Off _____________________________________________________________ ⭐️ Subscribe to us here! - https://www.youtube.com/@vikings1stskol92 ⭐️ Our Twitter can be found at @Vikings1stSKOL ⭐️ Our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/493z6mQXcN ⭐️ Tyler Forness can be read at A to Z Sports - https://atozsports.com/nfl/minnesota-vikings-news/ ⭐️ Submit questions: forms.gle/7LJkCAern9kdUkuD8 ⭐️ On Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vikings1standskol ⭐️ Watch the live show here: https://youtu.be/qn9BmyH4cQY Fan With Us!!! Tyler Forness @TheRealForno of Vikings 1st & SKOL @Vikings1stSKOL and A to Z Sports @AtoZSportsNFL, with Dave Stefano @Luft_Krigare producing this Vikings 1st & SKOL production, the @RealFornoShow. Podcasts partnered with Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 5m
  6. Vikings QB Drama at 2026 Combine: McCarthy Not Locked In, Richardson Trade Interest & Wentz Return?

    MAR 2

    Vikings QB Drama at 2026 Combine: McCarthy Not Locked In, Richardson Trade Interest & Wentz Return?

    Vikings QB Buzz After the 2026 Combine: McCarthy Uncertain, Richardson Rumors, and Roster Priorities — Darren and Dave discuss Vikings news coming out of the 2026 NFL Combine, emphasizing “smokescreen season” and major quarterback uncertainty: neither Kevin O’Connell nor interim GM Rob Brzezinski committed to J.J. McCarthy as the 2026 starter, though O’Connell still calls him a potential franchise QB while saying the timeline has changed. Brzezinski says he has final say on roster decisions with collaboration and wants a baseline QB level to reach the playoffs; trade talk includes mutual interest with Anthony Richardson and a report that Carson Wentz is expected back, with other veteran possibilities mentioned. They note no combine trade buzz on Jordan Addison, but highlight Jalen Nailor’s looming free agency and projected strong market. They review leaked NFLPA report cards with the Vikings ranked second overall again, and cover Brzezinski’s role, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah joining the 49ers, and Vikings draft focus on thin cornerback and safety depth, citing several combine meetings with safety prospects. 00:00 QB Buzz After Combine 01:44 Live Show Kickoff 04:09 Combine Intel And Front Office 08:42 McCarthy And QB Room Options 16:01 Smoke Season And Budget Talk 20:15 Addison Rumors And Draft Meetings 25:34 NFLPA Report Cards Leak 33:09 Kwesi Lands In San Francisco 37:12 GM Search Questions Ahead 38:14 Scouting Department Overhaul 39:56 GM Hire Implications 41:33 Jalen Nailor Free Agency 43:04 Nailor Market And Tags 47:27 Defensive Backs Breakdown 48:55 Cornerback Room Concerns 54:37 Free Agent Corner Targets 57:10 Drafting A Shutdown Corner 01:02:02 Safety Room Rebuild 01:05:57 Safety Free Agency And Draft 01:10:09 Wrap Up And Sign Off Fan With Us! We have your Minnesota Vikings talk amongst the Two Old Bloggers, Darren @KickassblogVike, and Dave @Luft_Krigare along with our numbers guy, Drew Bunting. Join the conversation! Fan with us at Vikings 1st & SKOL @Vikings1stSKOL and with our podcast partner Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN. _______________________________________________________ ⭐️ Subscribe to us here! - https://www.youtube.com/@vikings1stskol92 ⭐️ Our X can be found at @Vikings1stSKOL ⭐️ Our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/493z6mQXcN ⭐️ At Fans First Sports Network - https://www.ffsn.app/teams/minnesota-vikings/ ⭐️ Watch the live show here: https://youtu.be/dUleTJsXMDo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 17m
  7. Ranking Top 10 QBs to Join McCarthy & Anthony Richardson to Vikings?

    FEB 27

    Ranking Top 10 QBs to Join McCarthy & Anthony Richardson to Vikings?

    Vikings Trade for Anthony Richardson? KOC’s JJ McCarthy Comments and Top QB Options Ranked — Tyler Forness and Producer Dave discuss Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell and exec Rob Brzezinski’s recent comments, debating whether the team is still fully sold on JJ McCarthy or whether O’Connell is feeling pressure to get the quarterback decision right. They then break down trade speculation connecting Minnesota to Colts QB Anthony Richardson, citing past Vikings interest in Richardson and arguing his elite traits make him a high-upside target despite injuries and accuracy issues; Tyler suggests a possible deal involving pick 97 and a fifth for Richardson plus an early fourth. Forness presents his top 10 potential Vikings quarterback additions across three paths (starter, competition, backup), ranking Marcus Mariota, Aaron Rodgers, Mac Jones, Tua Tagovailoa, Kyler Murray, Derek Carr, Malik Willis, Kirk Cousins, Geno Smith, and Richardson as No. 1. 00:00 Richardson Trade Buzz 01:09 Show Setup and Agenda 01:50 KOC Quotes on McCarthy 04:55 Is JJ Still the Guy 07:32 Dave Pushes Back 09:57 Front Office Messaging 13:22 Housekeeping and Plugs 14:22 Why Richardson Intrigues 17:27 Traits and Mechanics Breakdown 19:46 Vikings Linked to Colts 21:25 Cousins as the Safety Net 25:07 Fit in KOC Offense 27:59 Trade Cost Prediction 28:54 QB Market Reality Check 31:09 Setting Up the Next Segment 32:06 Vikings QB Paths 32:32 Ranking Criteria 33:24 Marcus Mariota Backup 34:48 Fading Aaron Rodgers 36:05 Mac Jones Trade Cost 37:29 Tua Injury Concerns 38:44 Kyler Murray Fit 43:49 Derek Carr Wildcard 46:37 Malik Willis Price Tag 49:56 Kirk Cousins Return 54:16 Geno Smith Value 57:24 Anthony Richardson Top Pick 59:33 Wrap Up And Next Shows _____________________________________________________________ ⭐️ Subscribe to us here! - https://www.youtube.com/@vikings1stskol92 ⭐️ Our Twitter can be found at @Vikings1stSKOL ⭐️ Our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/493z6mQXcN ⭐️ Tyler Forness can be read at A to Z Sports - https://atozsports.com/nfl/minnesota-vikings-news/ ⭐️ Submit questions: forms.gle/7LJkCAern9kdUkuD8 ⭐️ On Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vikings1standskol ⭐️ Watch the live show here: https://youtu.be/TLLB8PEPQoo Fan With Us!!! Tyler Forness @TheRealForno of Vikings 1st & SKOL @Vikings1stSKOL and A to Z Sports @AtoZSportsNFL, with Dave Stefano @Luft_Krigare producing this Vikings 1st & SKOL production, the @RealFornoShow. Podcasts partnered with Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 6m
  8. NFC North: Combine Week – Prospects, Drama & QB Futures

    FEB 26

    NFC North: Combine Week – Prospects, Drama & QB Futures

    NFC North Roundtable: Combine Talk, Draft Priorities, QB Questions, and a Mental Health Message — Hosts from Bears, Lions, and Vikings coverage preview the NFL Combine and discuss team priorities and prospects. Detroit’s Brad Holmes emphasizes versatile offensive linemen, defensive line, secondary (especially safety), and athletic linebackers, with coaches aiming to reduce explosive plays, stay versatile on offense, and potentially retain David Montgomery. Minnesota’s Kevin O’Connell and Rob Brzezinski limit media access and speak generally about “casting a wide net” at quarterback for 2026 while reiterating belief in J.J. McCarthy despite a changed timeline; they also plan a GM search after the draft and debate potential veteran or backup QB options while criticizing Kyler Murray’s recent stats. Chicago’s Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson avoid stadium talk, address left tackle needs, and note tough roster decisions amid trade rumors involving Tremaine Edmunds and D.J. Moore. The panel highlights combine prospects at WR, center, safety, edge, and OL, then closes with a suicide prevention message and the 988 Lifeline. 00:00 NFC North Roundtable Intro 02:01 Combine Boots on Ground 02:52 Lions Draft Priorities 04:19 Lions Scheme and Defense Fixes 06:46 Lions Draft Class Talk 09:22 Vikings Media Strategy 11:11 JJ McCarthy Timeline 15:07 Vikings QB Shopping List 20:26 Packers Shade and Rivalry 20:45 Bears Combine Takeaways 21:47 Bears Left Tackle Need 23:30 Bears Cap Moves Rumors 24:36 Cap Space Reality Check 24:50 Bears Trade Rumors 25:29 Combine Prospects Vikings 28:18 Vikings Defense Targets 30:07 Lions Draft Wish List 34:43 Bears Combine Watchlist 38:17 Packers Needs and Sleepers 40:18 Network Shows and Coverage 42:04 988 Suicide Prevention Message FAN WITH US!!!  Follow us on Twitter ✖️ for more updates… Pay @TheRealPayday, host of Frustrated Chicago Sports Fan Channel, June @asgjune & M Foster @Mbrfosterchild, hosts of the Bleachers To Speakers [Lions] podcast, and Dave Stefano @Luft_Krigare, from @Vikings1stSKOL. This has been a joint podcast production partnered with Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN. ⭐️ Subscribe to us here! - Vikings 1st & SKOL, https://www.youtube.com/@vikings1stskol92 ⭐️ and here - Bleachers to Speakers, https://www.youtube.com/@BleachersToSpeakers-yq8tm ⭐️ and here - Frustrated Chicago Sports Fan, https://www.youtube.com/@FrustratedChicago ⭐️ V1&S on X can be found at @Vikings1stSKOL ⭐️ V1&S Discord at https://discord.com/invite/493z6mQXcN ⭐️ At Fans First Sports Network - https://www.ffsn.app/teams/minnesota-vikings/ ⭐️ Catch it here: https://youtu.be/gTxSDvW9Ig0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    48 min
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The home of FFSN's Minnesota Vikings podcast feed. A feed for the Vikings fan, by the Vikings fan.

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  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    968
  • Rating
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