Almost Champions

Almost Champions

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Deservedly, champions are always celebrated. But, what about the teams and individuals that came up just short of the ultimate goal? "Almost Champions" takes a closer look at the ones whose path to glory was sidetracked. Award winning sports journalist, Robert Flores, tells the stories of the teams that came up just short of greatness.

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Episodes

  • S1 E4 Epilogue: A Father/Son Project

    S1 E4 Epilogue: A Father/Son Project
    12/02/2019 Duration: 19min

    As we put a wrap on the first season. We discuss the 1998 Vikings and the delicate nature of legacies. Also, Robert Griffith gives a unique insight into what it was like to be a teammate of John Randle. While former Falcons running back Jamal Anderson explains what Evander Holyfield was doing in MinneapolisProducer/editor Christian FloresConsulting producer Jay "Podvader" SoderbergIf you have any questions/comments find me:facebook.com/realroflotwitter.com/roflo

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  • S1 E3 Its Murphys Law

    S1 E3 It's Murphy's Law
    05/02/2019 Duration: 27min

    The Minnesota Vikings are heavy favorites in the NFC Championship. They're the best team in football, they're playing at home and they have a postgame party planned. A missed kick and a controversial coaching decision are all part of one of the most memorable games in NFL history.Guests Include: Brian Billick, Robert Smith, Jamal Anderson Producer/editor: Christian FloresConsulting producer: Jay "Podvader" SoderbergIf you have questions or comments find me:facebook.com/realroflotwitter.com/roflo

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  • S1 E2 Dallas Loss A Churchs Cold Shoulder

    S1 E2 Dallas' Loss & A Church's Cold Shoulder
    29/01/2019 Duration: 33min

    The Minnesota Vikings are dominating the league in 1998. Thanks to two very different players with two very different stories. However, Randy Moss and Randall Cunningham arrived in Minnesota looking for the same thing: redemption.Guests include: Robert Griffith, Brian Billick, and Robert SmithProducer/editor: Christian FloresConsulting producer: Jay "Podvader" SoderbergIf you have any questions, find me:facebook.com/realroflotwitter.com/roflo

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  • S1 E1 He Had The Horses

    S1 E1 He Had The Horses
    23/01/2019 Duration: 24min

    The Minnesota Vikings were the dominant team in the NFL in 1998, but it wasn't always this easy. This episode looks at how their complicated history served as the backdrop to an unforgettable season. Plus, how a certain coach known for a certain outburst put his stamp on the franchise.Guests include: Brian Billick, Robert Smith & Matt BirkProducer/editor: Christian FloresConsulting producer: Jay "Podvader" SoderbergIf you have any questions, find me:facebook.com/realroflotwitter.com/roflo

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  • Coming Up This Season on Almost Champions

    Coming Up This Season on Almost Champions
    14/01/2019 Duration: 01min

    Emmy Award winning host Robert Flores takes a closer look at a team that was supposed to go down as one of the greatest in NFL history: The 1998 Minnesota Vikings.The players, coaches, personalities, disappointing finish and the most depressing postgame party in history.

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