Kindred Skols Podcast
90 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago -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 89 - Vikings Free Agent Frenzy During the Legal Tampering Window
March 13, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBMatt 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 targets Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnfl Gregg Blake @thegre...
Episode 88 - Six Questions About Vikings' Free Agency
March 09, 2024 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBMatt 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 t...
Episode 87 - We're Back! What should the Vikings do at QB?
February 10, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MBMatt and Gregg are back after way too long of a hiatus. They discuss what happened to the defense at the end of the year, Kirk Cousins' contract situation, what they want the Vikings to do about QB in the draft, and the things they like and dislike about the draft QB options. Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnfl Gregg Blake @thegreggblake @kindredskols on twitter We are available on iTunes, Spotify, wherever you get your podcasts Youtube - Kindred Skols (link in Twitter Bio)
Episode 86 - Bye Week Awards and Raiders Preview
December 08, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBMatt and Gregg are back to give some of the Vikings' best players their praise out of the bye week and talk about the Raiders. * Offensive Player of the Year * Defensive Player of the Year * Offensive Rookie of the Year * Defensive Rookie of the Year * Most Improved Player * Most Underrated Player * Position Coach of the Year * Raiders Offense * Raiders Defense Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnfl Gregg Blake @thegreggblake @kindredskols on twitter We are available on iTunes...
Episode 85 - Vikings-Bears Review
December 01, 2023 20:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBMatt and Gregg are back to break down the Vikings' close loss to the Bears: * What's the deal with Kevin O'Connell's conservative decision making? Is it actually fine? * Handing out responsibility for the turnovers * Dobbs coming back down to earth - what is the problem and can it be fixed with a new QB? * Improvements Jordan Addison needs to make * How Flores' defense confounded the Bears' offense * Matt rants about how poorly designed the Bears' offense is * How the Vikings contained Fiel...
Episode 84 - Painful Loss to the Broncos and Bears Preview
November 22, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBMatt and Gregg are back to review the Minnesota Vikings' Loss Against the Denver Broncos and preview the upcoming Chicago Bears game. * Gregg talks about his attendance at the Falcons game and his cool poncho Broncos Game * Matt goes on a rant about the officiating missing Kareem Jackson lowering his helmet * An accounting of the small margins that lost the Vikings this game * What was up with the pass game and Josh Dobbs? * The Passtronaut comes back to earth a little * Ty Chandler and Al...
Episode 83 - Saints Win and Broncos Preview
November 15, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBMatt and Nick are back to discuss the Vikings' win against the Saints and their upcoming game against the Broncos. Saints Game Offense - Dobbs off to hot start - Hockenson’s record-breaking first half - Slow second half performance - Should O’Connell have been more aggressive? - Mattison hurt - Chandler had a couple of nice reps but wasn’t consistent Defense - Lowest blitz rate of year - Forcing false starts - Tackling on quick plays - Coverage disguises and how they confused Carr/Winst...
Episode 82 - The Josh Dobbs Game
November 10, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBMatt and Nick are back to discuss the Josh Dobbs' incredible and unlikely performance in the Minnesota Vikings' win against the Atlanta Falcons, offensive injuries, Danielle Hunter's greatness, preview the New Orleans Saints, and more. Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnfl Gregg Blake @youvebeengreggd @kindredskols on twitter We are available on iTunes, Spotify, wherever you get your podcasts Youtube - Kindred Skols (link in Twitter Bio)
Episode 81 - A Lament For Kirk Cousins
November 02, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBMatt and Nick are back to discuss Kirk Cousins' Achilles injury, replacing Kirk with Jaren Hall or Josh Dobbs, the Ezra Cleveland trade, and a review of the Packers game followed by a preview of the Falcons game. * Kirk was playing some of the best ball of his career * How the injury impacts the Vikings' chances * How the injury might impact FA plans for Kirk and the Vikings * Jaren Hall, Josh Dobbs, or Nick Mullens -- who do you expect to play * How the offense might need to change for Dob...
Episode 80 - Kirk Cousins on Fire and Packers Preview
October 26, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBMatt and Nick are back to discuss the Minnesota Vikings' exciting win on MNF against the San Francisco 49ers and preview the week 8 game against the Green Bay Packers. Offense: * Kirk Cousins plays lights out * Kevin O'Connell's brilliant play calling * Jordan Addison's awesome game * Hockenson and Powell step up * Great offensive line play * Run game - who's better? Mattison or Akers? Defense: * Flores' 5-1-5 package and stopping the run * Interior DL plays great against run * Kyle Shanah...
Episode 79 - Bears review and 49ers Preview
October 20, 2023 19:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBMatt does a solo pod to cover the Bears game and preview the 49ers. Topics include: * Offense sputtering without JJ * Will the supporting cast be able to get back on track? * Is Alexander Mattison a problem, and what's up with the Vikings #1 run blocking grade? * Covering the defense's dominant performance * Why the defense blitzes so much with low pressure numbers * How QB play effects defensive performance * Will Brock Purdy have his weapons? * Will Brock Purdy be able to succeed without ...
Episode 78 - Chiefs Review and Bears Preview
October 11, 2023 22:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBMatt and Gregg are back to discuss the Minnesota Vikings' loss to the Chiefs, Justin Jefferson's injury, and preview the game against the Bears. Topics include: * Continued offensive miscues * Quality run defense * Lamenting Justin Jefferson's injury * How do we replace JJ? * TJ Hockenson and Jordan Addison * Matt ranting that the Vikings' run game is fine, actually * Close misses on defense * Brian Flores' wacky play calls * Is Justin Fields good? * How does the Vikings defense match up ag...
Episode 77 - Panthers Review and Chiefs Preview
October 05, 2023 02:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBMatt and Nick are back to discuss the Vikings win against the Panthers and upcoming game against the Chiefs. Week 4 vs Panthers Defense Takes Over Marcus Davenport gets his first real action How has the Flores defense progressed – or has it? Harrison Smith 3 sacks Other players that have stood out Offense sputters Continued red zone turnovers JJ is still great Do you miss Adam Thielen? Run game dominates Bad day for Kirk Week 5 vs Chiefs Mahomes looked mortal last week Travis Swift Chief...
Episode 76 - Chargers Review and Panthers Preview
September 28, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBMatt and Nick are back to discuss the Vikings loss to the Chargers and their upcoming game against the Panthers. Week 3 vs. Chargers Offense Mishaps Clock management Hockenson turnovers Red zone offense Run game shows up Great run blocking and play from backs Passing game JJ dominant again Continuing to convert explosive plays Kirk taking sacks/inconsistent Defense Herbert and Allen shred us Blitz happy Matt has a bunch of stats We shut down the run game at least Do you agr...
Episode 75 - Eagles Review and Chargers Preview
September 20, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBNick runs a solo pod to discuss: • Dalton Risner is a Viking! But where will he play? Will he start? Is he an upgrade? • Eagles review -- How O'Connell schemed up a storm. Why Brian Flores doesn't care about run fits. How to fix the run defense and passing shots going forward • Chargers preview -- Herbert commands an elite offense, but a banged-up Chargers' defense means we may be headed for a shootout. How to attack Staley's defense. How Herbert could slice up Flores. Matt Fries @friesfoo...
Episode 74 - Vikings-Bucs Review and Eagles Preview
September 13, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 53.4 MBMatt and Nick are back to discuss the Vikings' Week 1 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and preview the Vikings game vs. the Eagles. Offense Turnovers story of game 3 and out issue What’s new from the run game - Oliver Personnel usage leads to explosive passing plays Addison TD Offensive line comments Defense Couldn’t get off the field in the 2nd half, what changed? Corners need to play tighter in off man Baker deserves credit for getting the ball out quick Flores blitzes I have ...
Episode 73 - 53 Man Roster Review and Week 1 Preview
September 08, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 45.3 MBMatt and Gregg are back to discuss the Vikings 53-man roster, talk about expectations for the team this season, preview the rest of the division, and go over the Bucs game. Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnfl Gregg Blake @youvebeengreggd @kindredskols on twitter We are available on iTunes, Spotify, wherever you get your podcasts Youtube - Kindred Skols (link in Twitter Bio)
Episode 72 - Review of Preseason Week 2 vs the Titans
August 25, 2023 03:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBMatt does a solo episode of the podcast to discuss the individual player performances from the Minnesota Vikings' preseason week 2 game vs. the Tennessee Titans. Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnfl Gregg Blake @youvebeengreggd @kindredskols on twitter We are available on iTunes, Spotify, wherever you get your podcasts Youtube - Kindred Skols (link in Twitter Bio)
Episode 71 - Preseason Week 1 vs the Seahawks
August 18, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 51.2 MBMatt and Nick are back to discuss the Vikings' first preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks. Topics include: * The new look defense under Brian Flores * Ivan Pace * Lewis Cine * Luiji Vilain * The CB room * The differences in the run game * Ty Chandler * Jordan Addison * Jalen Reagor and Brandon Powell * Josh Oliver * Johnny Mundt and Nick Muse * Nick Mullens and Jaren Hall * Blake Brandel and the rest of the OL Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnfl Gregg Blake @youvebee...
Episode 70 - Vikings Rookie Scouting Reports, Part 2
July 25, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBMatt and Gregg are back to go over in-depth scouting reports for the remainder of the Vikings' draft class, including Jay Ward, Jaquelin Roy, Jaren Hall, and DeWayne McBride, as well as UDFA Ivan Pace. Tune in to hear full scouting reports and role projections for each player. Part 1, which includes Jordan Addison and Mekhi Blackmon, can be found here: https://youtu.be/R0Tvliq-O1c Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnfl Gregg Blake @youvebeengreggd @kindredskols on twitter We...
Episode 69 - Dalvin, Za'Darius, and Draft Pick Scouting Reports Part 1
June 30, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBMatt and Gregg are back to discuss recent changes to the Minnesota Vikings and go through deep dives on each of the players the Vikings drafted. First, they cover the Dalvin Cook cut and Za'Darius Smith trade before moving into the first two picks the Vikings made: Jordan Addison and Mekhi Blackmon. Tune in for detailed scouting reports and role analysis for each player. In part 2, the rest of the selections will be discussed. Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnfl Gregg Blak...
Episode 68 - 2023 Vikings' Draft First Impressions
May 04, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MBMatt is back with Randy (@hmmmmyesquite on Twitter) to go over initial impressions of all of the picks the Vikings made and some of the top UDFAs. (Note: Apologies for the poor audio at the very beginning) The gang will be back later with a full review of every player the Vikings drafted after watching the tape. Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnfl Gregg Blake @youvebeengreggd @kindredskols on twitter We are available on iTunes, Spotify, wherever you get your podcasts ...
Episode 67 - Jordan Addison Instant Reaction
April 28, 2023 04:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBThe Minnesota Vikings selected Jordan Addison with the #23 overall pick, and Matt and Nick break down the player plus his potential impact on the Vikings.
Episode 66 - 2023 NFL Draft Preview with Luke Braun
April 26, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 72 MBMatt and Gregg are back with special guest Luke Braun for a jam-packed episode previewing the 2023 draft. Topics include: * Everything you need to know about the QBs in the draft * Who would you trade up to get, and what would you give up? * What non-QBs should the Vikings look at with #23? * Analysis on the top CBs, WRs, and IDL in the draft * What do you think of trading back? * Day 2 CBs, WRs, IDL, and LBs * Day 3 favorites Special Guest - Luke Braun (@LukeBraunNFL) from the Locked on V...
Episode 65 - A Deep Dive on Brian Flores' Defense
April 12, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBMatt and Gregg are back to give a primer on Brian Flores' defense, and discuss how it will change the picture for the 2023 Minnesota Vikings. Included are: * Belichick and Saban Roots * How current players fit * Different formations and sub packages used * Defensive front structure and blitzes * Coverages (man and zone) Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnfl Gregg Blake @youvebeengreggd @kindredskols on twitter We are available on iTunes, Spotify, wherever you get your podcas...
Episode 64 - Byron Murphy, Marcus Davenport and Vikings Free Agency
March 18, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBMatt and Nick are back to discuss everything related to Vikings' FA. Adam Thielen cut, Kirk restructured, Garrett Bradbury and Alex Mattison return, and the signings of Byron Murphy, Marcus Davenport, and Josh Oliver! Plus all of the little moves that have been made. A full list of moves below: Cut/Waived Released Adam Thielen, saving $6.5M in cap; Still a Free Agent Released Eric Kendricks, saving $9.5M; Signed with LAC for $13.25M/2 years ($5.5M bonus) Let Tomlinson walk (despite re-d...
Episode 63 - Lamar??? and a 2023 Free Agency Preview
March 08, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBMatt and Nick are back to discuss how the Vikings can get under the cap and who they might target in free agency. * Eric Kendricks Cut * Should the Vikings do any simple restructures? * What players should the Vikings move on from? * Who do you think might take a pay cut? * Should the Vikings extend Kirk? What about other players? * Position-by-position needs * Position-by-position FA targets * Should the Vikings put their feet in the Lamar Jackson sweepstakes?
Episode 62 - Brian Flores Hiring and 2022 in Review
February 08, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBMatt, Nick, and Gregg are back with a jam-packed episode that discusses the Brian Flores hire as well as reviews the Vikings 2022 season. * Brian Flores' coaching biography * Flores' defensive philosophy as a Belichick disciple * How does the Vikings' personnel fit into Flores' scheme? 2022 Vikings' season in review * Most Valuable Player * Most Improved Player * Offensive Player of the Year * Defensive Player of the Year * Special Teams Player of the Year * Assistant Coach of the Year * H...
Episode 61 - A Giant Debacle
January 20, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBMatt and Nick are back to discuss the Vikings' disappointing loss against the New York Giants in the Wild Card round of the playoffs, as well as the firing of DC Ed Donatell. Defensive disaster Donatell Fired Daniel Jones scrambles Not learning from the week 16 game In-breaking routes out of stack formations Jet-motion changeup Struggles vs empty Miscommunications in coverage Chandon Sullivan consistently out of position Man blitzes worked occasionally Offense plays well 24 point...
Episode 60 - Vikings-Giants Wild Card Preview
January 12, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MBMatt and Nick are back to discuss the Packers and Bears game and preview the Vikings' Playoff rematch with the Giants. Packers Debacle Wear the right cleats 3rd string center doesn’t know the snap count How JJ got shut down Win vs a JV team in the Bears Players that stood out KJ Osborn Khyiris Tonga Esezi Otomewo Josh Metellus Duke Shelley (?) Jalen Nailor Giants Wild Card Preview Changes since that game Injuries - O’Neill out, Bradbury update, Adoree Jackson, Xavier McKinney,...
Episode 59 - Giants Review and Packers Preview
December 30, 2022 17:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBMatt and Gregg are back to discuss yet another close win by the Minnesota Vikings, this time against the Giants. They also preview the week 17 game against the Packers. * TJ Hockenson's big day * Justin Jefferson's continued excellence * IOL struggles * Dalvin Cook is solid * Defensive adjustments for man coverage * Chandon Sullivan and Duke Shelley's struggles * Danielle Hunter's huge day * Brian Asamoah's playing well * Tape Talk - Patrick Peterson's INT * Why won't the Packers go away? *...
Episode 58 - The Greatest Comeback Ever
December 21, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBMatt and Nick are back to cover the Vikings making the largest comeback in NFL history, overcoming a 33-0 halftime deficit to beat the Colts. They go over what went wrong in the first half, how they turned it around in the second, and call out critical players and break down critical plays. They also give a preview of the Giants. * Special Teams disasters in the first half * Offensive miscues and failed first downs * Defense plays ok but still lets up 19 points * KJ Osborn starts the comeba...
Episode 57 - Lions Review and Colts Preview
December 15, 2022 04:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBMatt and Nick are back to discuss the Vikings' loss to the Lions and their upcoming game against the Colts. * What is wrong with the Vikings defense? * How can the coverage fix the issues they are having? * Should there be a coaching staff change? * Despite the coverage issues, the run defense and pass rush was pretty good * Justin Jefferson's monster game * Was this Kirk's best game of the season? * What happened to Dalvin Cook and the run game? * What do you think of Kevin O'Connell's in-...
Episode 56 - Jets Review and Lions Preview
December 08, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MBMatt and Nick are back to discuss yet another nerve-wracking Vikings win, this time against the Jets, and also preview their second matchup against the Lions. * Justin Jefferson had a good game despite lackluster stats * Kirk's accuracy issues * A review of the OL performance * Should Jalen Reagor have an expanded role going forward? * General defensive woes, but a strong performance in the red zone Tape Talk * Vikings' defense struggling against 4x1 formations * A comprehensive breakdown ...
Episode 55 - Lots of Words on the Cowboys and Patriots and Jets
December 01, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MBMatt and Nick are back after a Thanksgiving hiatus to discuss the Vikings' past two games against the Cowboys and Patriots (yes, we did watch the All-22 of that miserable Cowboys game) and also preview the Vikings' game against the Jets. * What went wrong on offense vs the Cowboys * Why has the defense let up so much in the past two weeks? * Why is the defense so bad against play action? * Cam Bynum and Jordan Hicks struggles * Offensive explosion vs the Patriots * How we helped Blake Brand...
Episode 54 - Bills Review and Cowboys Preview
November 18, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBMatt and Nick are back to discuss the Vikings' incredible win against the Bills and preview their week 11 game against the Dallas Cowboys. Justin Jefferson's amazing game, Patrick Peterson coming in clutch, Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnfl Gregg Blake @youvebeengreggd @kindredskols on twitter We are available on iTunes, Spotify, wherever you get your podcasts
Episode 53 - Commanders Review and Bills Preview
November 10, 2022 03:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBMatt and Nick are back to review the Vikings' week 9 win against the Washington Commanders and preview their upcoming game against the Bills. Commanders review Aggressive Kirk, into tight windows and downfield (ADoT over 10) iOL struggling mightily vs Allen and Payne, Cousins under pressure on 45% of snaps Hock coming up huge -- 9 catches, 70 yards, 5 first downs Run game couldn’t get going at all, Cook and Mattison averaged just 2.5 ypc Defensive line feasted -- Z and Hunter combine f...
Episode 52 - The TJ Hockenson Trade
November 02, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 53 MBMatt and Nick are back with their reaction to the TJ Hockenson trade (spoiler: it's a great move). They also review the Cardinals game and preview the game against Washington in a jam-packed episode. Trade * TJ Hockenson trade compensation * Contract and options moving forward * How he fits in as a player on the team and improves the roster Cardinals' game * Run game dominance vs the Cardinals * Kirk's pocket management * Success in the low red zone * Kliff Kingsbury's bad offensive desig...
Episode 51 - Cardinals Preview and Mailbag
October 27, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBMatt and Nick are back to preview the Minnesota Vikings' Week 8 matchup vs the Arizona Cardinals. After that, we get into a mailbag with YOUR questions on what the team can do to improve schematically as well as through the trade market as we near the NFL trade deadline. Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnfl Gregg Blake @youvebeengreggd @kindredskols on twitter We are available on iTunes, Spotify, wherever you get your podcasts
Episode 50 - Vikings at Dolphins Review
October 19, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBMatt and Nick are back to dive deep into the Vikings' win against the Dolphins. Week 6 Review Another fraudulent win -- Vikings 5-1 despite being 13th in offensive EPA/play, 13th in defensive EPA/play and 17th in DVOA Offense 3 and out on 10 (!) of 15 total drives Dalvin averaging less than 2 ypc until the 53-yarder Kirk largely not able to take advantage of aggressive blitzing Dolphins blitzed on 55% (!) of drop backs Kirk under pressure on 42.4% of drop backs Ingram and Bradbury ...
Episode 49 - Vikings vs. Bears Review and Dolphins Preview
October 12, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBMatt and Gregg are back to review the Vikings game against the Bears and preview the game against the Dolphins Week 5 Review Vikings jump out to 21-3 lead but then fall to sleep Special Teams woes (Bad punt, 2 missed FGs) Defense still can’t make stops, Bears take 22-21 lead Vikings salt away the game with nice final drive Double agent Ihmir Smith-Marsette Vikings dominated box score but not game Tape talk Justin Fields scrambles extending drives KOC cooking on scoring drives 1st ...
Episode 48 - Vikings vs Saints Recap and Bears Preview
October 06, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBMatt and Nick are back to discuss the Vikings' uneven performance in a win against the Saints. * What caused the red zone failures? * Kirk Cousins' decision-making * Is Ed Donatell a problem? * A great special teams performance Tape Talk * Putting Danielle Hunter under the microscope * Kevin O'Connell's goal line designs Bears Preview * What do we think of Justin Fields? * The Bears' rushing attack * Will the Bears be able to be competitive? * Anyone you're worried about on defense? * An...
Episode 47 - Vikings vs. Lions Review and Saints Preview
September 30, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBMatt, Nick, and Gregg are back to cover the Vikings' come-from-behind victory against the Lions and preview the Saints' game. How can the Vikings shore up their defense? How are opposing teams limiting Justin Jefferson? Find out in this episode. Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnfl Gregg Blake @youvebeengreggd @kindredskols on twitter We are available on iTunes, Spotify, wherever you get your podcasts
Episode 46 - Eagles Loss and Lions Preview
September 23, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBMatt and Nick are back to break down the Vikings' disappointing lost to the Eagles. Find out what went wrong on both offense and defense in the game. After that, the guys preview the Vikings' week 3 game against the Lions. Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnfl Gregg Blake @youvebeengreggd @kindredskols on twitter We are available on iTunes, Spotify, wherever you get your podcasts
Episode 45 - Vikings-Eagles Week 2 Preview
September 16, 2022 01:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBMatt, Nick, and Gregg are back to preview the Vikings' Week 2 game vs. the Eagles Eagles Breakdown * Jalen Hurts * Offensive line/run game * Wide receivers * Defense Each of the guys ranks their top 3 teams in the NFL Three predictions about the game 15 Seconds of Fantasy Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnfl Gregg Blake @youvebeengreggd @kindredskols on twitter We are available on iTunes, Spotify, wherever you get your podcasts
Episode 44 - Vikings-Packers Breakdown with Shawn Syed
September 14, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MBMatt and Nick have special guest Shawn Syed (@SyedSchemes) on to break down the Vikings' impressive win over the Packers in Kevin O'Connell's first game as a head coach. Offense * The basics of Kevin O'Connell's offense * How the Vikings schemed Justin Jefferson for success * Can Justin Jefferson be stopped? * Run Game Diversity * Nick Breaks Down the OL performance * How did Kirk Cousins look? Defense * Half-Quarter-Quarter and Umbrella Coverages * How Harrison Smith was used as a weak sa...
Episode 43 - Vikings vs. Packers Preview and Hot Takes
September 10, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBMatt, Nick, and Gregg are back to discuss the Vikings' first game of the season and more. * How do the Vikings match up against the Packers? * What do we think of the Bears and Lions rosters? * Everyone gives three hot takes for the 2022 season * 15 seconds of fantasy Matt Fries @friesfootball Nick Olson @nickolsonnfl Gregg Blake @youvebeengreggd @kindredskols on twitter We are available on iTunes, Spotify, wherever you get your podcasts
Episode 42 - 53 Man Roster Cutdowns and Rookie Scouting Reports
August 31, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 51 MBMatt and Gregg are back to recap the Vikings' roster after they cut down to 53 players. Discussions include: * Armon Watts cut * Kellen Mond and Sean Mannion cut * Ross Blacklock trade * Jesse Davis Trade * TY McGill and Bisi Johnson injuries * Troy Dye winning the 4th LB spot * Luigi Vilain makes the roster The guys go down position-by-position with an analysis of the roster, and Matt (finally) provides the scouting reports on the rookie draft picks that had not yet been covered, includin...
Episode 41 - Preseason Week 2 vs. the 49ers
August 26, 2022 02:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBMatt and Nick are back to discuss the Vikings' preseason week 2 game vs. 49ers. * Trade for Nick Mullens * Poor Backup QB performance * TY McGill's great performance * The rest of the IDL * Struggles from Zach Davidson, Janarius Robinson, and Oli Udoh * A sidebar on Kellen Mond * How do you think the rookies looked? * A discussion of how Donatell's defense looks * An Akayleb Evans Breakdowns * Going position-by-position through Nick's 53-man projected roster.
Episode 40 - Preseason Week 1 Review and 49ers Joint Practice
August 19, 2022 20:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBMatt and Nick are back to review the performances from the Vikings' Preseason Week 1 game against the Raiders and also talk about the Vikings' Joint Practice with the 49ers Standouts from the preseason game: * First team defensive line * Ed Ingram * WR depth * A deep dive on Kellen Mond's play Disappointments from the first preseason game: * Backup QB play * LB Depth Tape Talk: * New stunts/blitz strategies for the Vikings * Really nice offensive play design 49ers Joint Practices: * Just...