Synopsis
Vikings beat writer Sam Ekstrom and former NFL QB Sage Rosenfels bring you daily podcasts on the Minnesota Vikings and the rest of the NFL. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. #vikings #nfl
Episodes
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Extending Kevin O'Connell Was a No-Brainer | The Minnesota Football Party
22/01/2025 Duration: 53minThe Minnesota Vikings extended Kevin O'Connell while the Detroit Lions lost both coordinators, including Ben Johnson to the Chicago Bears. Our crew of Ron Johnson, Reggie Wilson, Julia Daniels and Sam Ekstrom discusses how this shifts the power in the NFC North and what big moves the Vikings need to make this offseason to address their weaknesses.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!TalkspaceAs a listener of this podcast, you’ll get $80 off your first month with Talkspace when you go to Talkspace.com/LOCKEDONNFL and enter promo code SPACE80.LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.PrizePicksDownload the app and use code lockedonnfl to win $50 instantly when you play $5. You don't even need to win to receive your $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNFLGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and u
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Kevin O'Connell & Brian Flores Almost Set To Return For 2025
22/01/2025 Duration: 31minKevin O'Connell's extension is done, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's is on the horizon, and Brian Flores is striking out on head coaching jobs. Looks like the gang is set to return for 2025. But most of this show will be focused on the Vikings' offseason shopping list! WANT MORE DAILY MINNESOTA VIKINGS CONTENT? Join me on Patreon! https://patreon.com/lukebraunnfl Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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7 Minnesota Vikings Offseason Predictions | The Minnesota Football Party
21/01/2025 Duration: 53minAs the Minnesota Vikings offseason gets underway, our guys project some of the biggest moves that will be made, plus a look at the woeful NFC North performance in the playoffs. Join Arif Hasan, Luke Braun and Sam Ekstrom for the best Vikings discussion. #minnesotavikings
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Chicago Bears, Jacksonville Jaguars Pass On Brian Flores
21/01/2025 Duration: 32minThe coaching carousel is spinning faster, and two of the three teams that interviewed Brian Flores seem to have him out of the running. Chicago opted for Ben Johnson, while Jacksonville has moved several candidates, and not Flores, on to a second round of interviews. WANT MORE DAILY MINNESOTA VIKINGS CONTENT? Join me on Patreon! https://patreon.com/lukebraunnfl Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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What We Need From Dallas Turner Moving Forward
20/01/2025 Duration: 34minWith so much discussion about Dallas Turner and Jared Verse breaking out in the playoffs, I figured it made sense to go over the idea of "scheme fit" with regard to these two players. My thread on Dallas Turner: https://x.com/LukeBraunNFL/status/1879300205268607140 WANT MORE DAILY MINNESOTA VIKINGS CONTENT? Join me on Patreon! https://patreon.com/lukebraunnfl Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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Minnesota Vikings Exiting Free Agents: What Do They Do With Everyone?
17/01/2025 Duration: 29minThere are 29 free agents scheduled to leave Minensota. Well, 28 after Jalen Redmond re-signed on Thursday morning. What happens to the rest of them? What the heck is an Exclusive Rights Free Agent? Who has void years, and what are those? Untangling the mysteries. WANT MORE DAILY MINNESOTA VIKINGS CONTENT? Join me on Patreon! https://patreon.com/lukebraunnfl Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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The Biggest BURNING QUESTIONS Entering 2025 For The Vikings | The Minnesota Football Party
16/01/2025 Duration: 01h05minThe laundry list of things to do for the Vikings front office and coaching staff have already begun. Today we tackle the list and rank our biggest priorities for the Vikings entering 2025.
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The Coaches The Minnesota Vikings Could Lose This Offseason
16/01/2025 Duration: 33minBrian Flores, Josh McCown and Grant Udinski could all take promotions elsewhere this offseason. The New York Jets are sniffing around Ryan Grigson. There are even crackpot Kevin O'Connell rumors going on. It could be a crazy offseason - or nothing at all could happen. WANT MORE DAILY MINNESOTA VIKINGS CONTENT? Join me on Patreon! https://patreon.com/lukebraunnfl Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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NFL Squad: NFL Divisional Playoffs, Bold Predictions, Coaching Carousel
16/01/2025 Duration: 33minIn this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses this weekend's NFL Divisional Playoffs and shares their Bold Predictions including why the Los Angeles Rams will upset the Philadelphia Eagles this weekend and the latest news surrounding various NFL head coaching vacancies.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Turbo TaxReady for stress-free taxes and the most money back, guaranteed? Head over to TurboTax.com today and get matched with your Expert—who’s ready to take your taxes off your plate, so you can focus on your day. LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.PrizePicksDownload the app and use code lockedonnfl to win $50 instantly when you play $5. You don't even need to win to receive your $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNFLGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNFL for $
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Are the Vikings Entering a Super Bowl Window + QB Would You Rathers | The Minnesota Football Party
15/01/2025 Duration: 53minOnce again, the Minnesota Vikings have key decisions to make at major positions in the offseason, including Sam Darnold at QB, Aaron Jones at RB, and the entire secondary. Has Harrison Smith played his final game? Are the Vikings entering a Super Bowl window with JJ McCarthy as the quarterback? Ron Johnson, Reggie Wilson, Julia Daniels and Sam Ekstrom weigh in on these major offseason moves.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Turbo TaxReady for stress-free taxes and the most money back, guaranteed? Head over to TurboTax.com today and get matched with your Expert—who’s ready to take your taxes off your plate, so you can focus on your day. LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.PrizePicksDownload the app and use code lockedonnfl to win $50 instantly when you play $5. You don't even need to win to receive your $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game.Click Here: https
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What's Next For Sam Darnold?
15/01/2025 Duration: 33minSam Darnold's time in Minnesota might be over. But it might not. But he might be too expensive. Or he might not? Plus, the rest of your mailbag questions! WANT MORE DAILY MINNESOTA VIKINGS CONTENT? Join me on Patreon! https://patreon.com/lukebraunnfl Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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Kevin O'Connell's Philosophy Led To Wild Card Loss
14/01/2025 Duration: 31minI don't want it to be this existential. But Kevin O'Connell's complete disregard for the boundaries of time led to his team getting bounced in the wild card round for the second time in three years. WANT MORE DAILY MINNESOTA VIKINGS CONTENT? Join me on Patreon! https://patreon.com/lukebraunnfl Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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VIKINGS POSTCAST: Minnesota Vikings Season Collapses After Sam Darnold Falls Flat vs. Rams, 27-9
14/01/2025 Duration: 01h02minThe Minnesota Vikings 2024 campaign is officially over after Sam Darnold was sacked nine times. Join the full crew the the instant reaction and analysis after the game.
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FINAL PREDICTIONS Against Los Angeles Rams | The Minnesota Football Party
13/01/2025 Duration: 01h06minIt's gameday for the Minnesota Vikings as they face the Los Angeles Rams in the Wild Card round and looks to advance to play the Philadelphia Eagles. Our guys Arif Hasan, Luke Inman, Luke Braun and Sam Ekstrom give their final predictions for the game and what it will mean if the Vikings win or lose. #minnesotavikings
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Matthew Stafford Is Beatable. Here's How.
13/01/2025 Duration: 32minMatthew Stafford beat the Minnesota Vikings last time, but this time, there's a path to throwing him off. Here are my key observations about him, the Rams' offensive lines and key weaknesses in their defense. WANT MORE DAILY MINNESOTA VIKINGS CONTENT? Join me on Patreon! https://patreon.com/lukebraunnfl Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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Minnesota Vikings At Los Angeles Rams Moved To Phoenix: Everything You Need To Know
10/01/2025 Duration: 30minThe Minnesota Vikings are going to play the Los Angeles Rams in a pseudo home game in Arizona, where many Minnesotans spend the winter. We'll talk about everything you have to know logistically, plus the Zoever-Under and your bold predictions! WANT MORE DAILY MINNESOTA VIKINGS CONTENT? Join me on Patreon! https://patreon.com/lukebraunnfl Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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How to Beat the Los Angeles Rams & Minnesota Vikings Season Prediction Results | Football Party
09/01/2025 Duration: 01h13minThe Minnesota Vikings are set to play the Los Angeles Rams on Monday, looking for their first playoff win in five years. Arif Hasan, Luke Braun, Luke Inman and Sam Ekstrom break down what it will take to defeat Sean McVay, Matthew Stafford and the Rams, plus they track down their preseason predictions to see how they did on projecting the Vikings season. #minnesotavikings
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NFL Says Minnesota Vikings Los Angeles Rams Wild Card Game Could Move
09/01/2025 Duration: 33minThe tragic wildfires in Los Angeles have displaced thousands, but from a Minnesota Vikings perspective, it may put their wild card matchup against the Los Angeles Rams in jeopardy. Could it be moved to Arizona? What are the odds? Both Doug McKain of Locked On Rams and I live in LA, so we can tell you what you need to know. WANT MORE DAILY MINNESOTA VIKINGS CONTENT? Join me on Patreon! https://patreon.com/lukebraunnfl Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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NFL Squad: NFL Playoff AFC/NFC Wildcard Weekend Upset Alert, Head Coaching Carousel
09/01/2025 Duration: 30minIn this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses the current landscape of vacant head coaching jobs in the NFL and where things are headed with certain jobs, plus they discuss the NFL Playoffs Wildcard Weekend and which games on the AFC and NFC side are poised for Upset Alerts.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Turbo TaxReady for stress-free taxes and the most money back, guaranteed? Head over to TurboTax.com today and get matched with your Expert—who’s ready to take your taxes off your plate, so you can focus on your day. LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.PrizePicksDownload the app and use code lockedonnfl to win $50 instantly when you play $5. You don't even need to win to receive your $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNFLGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNFL
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Belief Level in a Sam Darnold Bounceback | The Minnesota Football Party
08/01/2025 Duration: 58minThe Minnesota Vikings are set for a trip to the Los Angeles Rams on Monday night with QB Sam Darnold coming off his worst performance of the year. Can the QB bounce back, and will his performance affect the offseason decision with his contract? Plus, is our panel concerned about Will Reichard's leg, Cam Robinson's struggles, and Justin Jefferson's drops? Join Reggie Wilson, Julia Daniels, Ron Johnson and Sam Ekstrom as they preview the Vikings playoff opener.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Turbo TaxReady for stress-free taxes and the most money back, guaranteed? Head over to TurboTax.com today and get matched with your Expert—who’s ready to take your taxes off your plate, so you can focus on your day. LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.PrizePicksDownload the app and use code lockedonnfl to win $50 instantly when you play $5. You don't even need to win to receive your $5