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Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Vikings
Locked On Vikings podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Minnesota Vikings and the National Football League. Host Luke Braun breaks down every player, play and headline. The Locked On Vikings podcast provides your daily Vikings fix with expert, local analysis, opinions, breaking news, and coverage of all aspects of the Minnesota Vikings. The Locked On Vikings podcast takes you beyond the scoreboard for the…
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Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: The HUGE Role Injuries Have Played in the Minnesota Vikings Losing Season
The Minnesota Vikings are 6-8 and lost two defensive players for the season this week. Injuries continue to pound a team that never got fully healthy. How much…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsWill New York Giants Pass Rush EXPOSE J.J. McCarthy?
J.J. McCarthy is hot right now, but it's been two pretty sorry defenses. The New York Giants have a star studded pass rush. Can McCarthy hold up, or can he…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: What If the Minnesota Vikings Finish With a 5-Game Winning Streak?
The Minnesota Vikings have three games left to play in 2025. Could they end the season on a long winning streak and head into 2026 with a hopeful viewpoint?…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsThe Coming TEST For J.J. McCarthy That May Determine His Future
J.J. McCarthy is, in a way, auditioning for his own job for three more games. What do we need to see from him to feel secure going into the offseason? Join The…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsWhat's Wrong With Justin Jefferson?
Justin Jefferson's production has screeched to a full halt. What's up? The Vikings are in an offensive renaissance, so why isn't their best player involved?…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: J.J. McCarthy is BACK to Being the FRANCHISE Quarterback
J.J. McCarthy strung together a second straight strong game as the Minnesota Vikings beat the Dallas Cowboys 34-26 on Sunday. McCarthy threw for 250 yards and…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsMinnesota Vikings Win, But Still Eliminated From Playoff Contention
The Minnesota Vikings played a very clean game against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday Night Football. On a national stage, J.J. McCarthy looked poised and…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: J.J. McCarthy SHINES As Minnesota Vikings PLAY SPOILER In Dallas, 34-26
The Minnesota Vikings are building momentum heading into 2026 after another solid victory led by J.J. McCarthy. Join Ron Johnson and the crew for the instant…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsIntroducing the Everydayer Club!
Get ad-free episodes, access to our members-only Discord community, exclusive shows, and more by joining the Everydayer Club. The free daily show isn't going…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsWhat The Heck Is A "Pure Progression?"
Much has been made of Kevin O'Connell's offense, its fit with J.J. McCarthy, and the merits of the Pure Progression. Join The Everydayer Club!…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: KEYS TO VICTORY Over the Dallas Cowboys in Primetime
The Minnesota Vikings visit the Dallas Cowboys Sunday night, giving J.J. McCarthy a big road test. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsCan J.J. McCarthy PROVE His Worth On Sunday Night Football?
J.J. McCarthy might be finally putting together a decent game, but now whatever he can do will be laid bare for all to see. On prime time, against the Cowboys…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: J.J. McCarthy Can Play SPOILER Down the Stretch
The Minnesota Vikings get to face three hopeful playoff teams in the final four games -- that gives J.J. McCarthy a good chance to prove himself under…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsWas J.J. McCarthy's Good Game REAL Or A FLUKE?
J.J. McCarthy had a good game, finally, but it was against the Washington Commanders, who are collapsing worse than the Vikings are. So is this real…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsHOT SEAT WATCH: Are Minnesota Vikings Coaches Still In Trouble?
The Minnesota Vikings finally got a quality game together, especially on offense. But a lot of the Vikings' staff are coaching for their jobs. Have they done…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsWOLVES POSTCAST: T-Wolves 5-Game Win Streak SNAPPED vs. Phoenix After Rudy Gobert Ejection, 108-105
The Minnesota Timberwolves look to stay hot and build on their five-game win streak at home against the Phoenix Suns. Join Jack Borman and Luke Inman for the…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: How Kevin O'Connell FINALLY Unlocked J.J. McCarthy
The Minnesota Vikings shut out the Washington Commanders 31-0 to get back in the win column. Though it's too little, too late, J.J. McCarthy looked extremely…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsJ.J. McCarthy Leads BLOWOUT Victory Over Washington Commanders
How J.J. McCarthy blew out the Washington Commanders, how his mechanics looked in a simplified gameplan, and what this game could mean for him moving forward…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: Vikings CRUISE PAST COMMANDERS After J.J. McCarthy's Record Setting Day, 31-0
Jayden Daniels and J.J. McCarthy make their return from injuries as both quarterbacks from the 2024 class look to build some end of the season momentum after a…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsKevin O'Connell FINALLY ADMITS Where He Went Wrong With J.J. McCarthy
J.J. McCarthy's first year as a starter has been a total disaster. Kevin O'Connell's attempt to mold McCarthy into the quarterback of his dreams has gone up in…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: HOW Does J.J. McCarthy Take a Step Forward?
Ok, 2025 is gone, so how about 2026? Our group looks ahead to how next year could be better. Of course, they also preview the Washington Commanders game and…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsCan Kevin O'Connell SALVAGE J.J. McCarthy?
J.J. McCarthy's career is circling the drain before it ever got off the ground. Can the Minnesota Vikings salvage anything from the 2025 season? What about the…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: Why the Minnesota Vikings NEED a Roster Overhaul
The Minnesota Vikings are 4-8 and fading fast. Our crew discusses what the team can glean from the final five games of the season with J.J. McCarthy, whether…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsDallas Turner Has ARRIVED, But Is It For Real?
Dallas Turner has found quite the stride in he last month, racking up 4 sacks in the last 3 games. But is it for real? Will this continue? I have my concerns…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsIs Kevin O'Connell In DANGER Of Being Fired?
We need to ask uncomfortable questions about Kevin O'Connell. He had a lot of leash headed into this season. But this season hasn't been a regular kind of bad…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: Max Brosmer Was NOT Brock Purdy
The Minnesota Vikings are 4-8 and flailing after Max Brosmer flopped in his debut. With five games to go, is there anything that can salvage the season of…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsMax Brosmer WASN'T READY For NFL Debut As Minnesota Vikings Get Blanked
It's hard to blame an undrafted rookie for struggling in his first game in a tough environment. It's not tough, however, to blame the mistakes that led the…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: Vikings Offense HITS ROCK BOTTOM In Max Brosmer's NFL Debut, 26-0 vs. Seattle
The Minnesota Vikings turn to UDFA Max Brosmer who makes his first career start in Seattle as the team enters the turning point of the season. Join Ron…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsWhat Can We Expect From Max Brosmer?
Barring unforeseen circumstances, Max Brosmer is going to make his NFL debut in Seattle this weekend. So what can we expect? How does Brosmer's game work? Get…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsHow Minnesota Vikings Can SPOIL Sam Darnold's Revenge Game
Sam Darnold welcomes a floundering Minnesota Vikings into Lumen Field, where, by all accounts, the Seahawks should hand them the whooping they deserve for…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: It Is Max Brosmer's TIME TO SHINE
Max Brosmer is in line to start at the Seattle Seahawks, and Minnesota Vikings fans have a sliver of hope! Does Brosmer's success affect how you view Kevin…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsHow Minnesota Vikings FAILED To Develop J.J. McCarthy
J.J. McCarthy was far from perfect coming out of college. But things got worse as time went on. How could things have gone so wrong? If you're looking for a…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsANOTHER J.J. McCarthy Injury Sets Up Max Brosmer For NFL Debut
The worst case scenario was not only regression, but another injury. We've seen everything that can go wrong come to fruition. Now it's time to see what the…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: J.J. McCarthy Is Off to the Worst Start in NFL History
The Minnesota Vikings are spiraling after a 23-6 loss to the Green Bay Packers in which J.J. McCarthy's struggles continued. The Vikings are out of the playoff…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsThe FLOOR FALLS OUT On 2025 Minnesota Vikings
The Minnesota Vikings have achieved their worst performance yet. In Lambeau field of all places, the floor completely fell out. Who is to blame, and how can we…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: Vikings HUMILATED AT LAMBEAU vs. Packers, 23-6
The Minnesota Vikings head to Lambeau for the biggest rivalry game of the season. Join Luke Braun, Sam Ekstrom, Ron Johnson and Luke Inman for the instant…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsTheo Jackson BENCHED! What Did He Do Wrong?
A third Minnesota Vikings starter has been yanked off of the main Brian Flores defense. What gives? What changes? And why does that matter? WANT MORE DAILY…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: The Path to an UPSET Over the Green Bay Packers!
The Minnesota Vikings are touchdown underdogs at Lambeau Field on Sunday, so how can they pull the upset over the Green Bay Packers? What are the Packers…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsMinnesota Vikings Vs Green Bay Packers: Battle Of The Desperate
Both the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers are watching seasons unfold that don't match their expectations. Both teams are backed into a corner and…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: Figuring Out What's Going WELL For the Minnesota Vikings
The Minnesota Vikings are 4-6 and headed south, so we force ourselves to find some things that are actually looking up for the team. Plus, how is Kevin…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsWhy Isn't J.J. McCarthy Developing FASTER?
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Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsHOT SEAT: Matt Daniels Is Coaching For His Job
It's been a rough go on special teams, and it may be time to consider a change. Matt Daniels has seven more games to prove that his unit isn't one of the most…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: The Minnesota Vikings Can't Afford a Long-Term Development With J.J. McCarthy
The Minnesota Vikings lost again, and all the conversation is about J.J. McCarthy's struggles. Can the Vikings afford to wait while he develops? Plus, is…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsJ.J. McCarthy MISSES Enough To Ruin The Minnesota Vikings
The worst case scenario is that the Minnesota Vikings play everything pretty well, but lose because J.J. McCarthy personally holds them back. That happened on…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: DEVASTATING! The Minnesota Vikings Season Might Be Over After Last-Second Loss
The Minnesota Vikings hosted the Chicago Bears in what felt like a must-win game and fell 19-17 on a last-second field goal. J.J. McCarthy was horrific until a…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsMinnesota Vikings Must Solve Their OWN Problems Before Playoff Picture Matters
We could go over all the different ways a big winning streak would save the Vikings' season, but first, they must handle the emotional leadership of Kevin…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: Laying Out the PATH TO VICTORY For the Minnesota Vikings Over the Chicago Bears
The Minnesota Vikings host the Chicago Bears in a must-win game on Sunday, but are the Bears kind of fraud-like as the Vikings of 2022 were? J.J. McCarthy…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsREMATCH Between White Hot Chicago Bears & Ice Cold Minnesota Vikings
A lot has changed since the last matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears. While the Bears have gutted out tight wins, the Vikings have…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: The Minnesota Vikings Are Entering MUST-WIN Mode
The Minnesota Vikings are 4-5 and staring up at the rest of the NFC North. Can they right the ship against the Chicago Bears? Get the best Minnesota Vikings…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsEMERGENCY! Minnesota Vikings Hold Meeting To Address False Start Issues
The Minnesota Vikings destroyed themselves before the snap on Sunday. So are NFL snap counts supposed to work, and what went wrong so extremely against the…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsIs J.J. McCarthy Improving At All?
It's easy to spiral. Is J.J. McCarthy improving, or is he just drowning? Will he ever become a better version of the quarterback he is now? WANT MORE DAILY…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: The Minnesota Vikings Offense Has a KOC Problem!
The Minnesota Vikings fell to the Baltimore Ravens 27-19 in one of the sloppiest efforts of the Kevin O'Connell era. It was also a major step back for JJ…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsFalse Starts & Stars Fall As Minnesota Vikings Drop Another One
When Justin Jefferson is having a day to forget, you know you're in for a long day. From JJ McCarthy's struggles to the defense's ups and downs, there's a lot…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: UNHINGED Vikings Cough Up 3 Turnovers, Season High In Penalties vs Ravens, 27-19
The Minnesota Vikings crumbled while looking lost after a season high 12 penalties on top of three turnovers versus the Ravens. Plenty to pick apart on the…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsWhy Can't We Be Normal About J.J. McCarthy?
The coverage about J.J. McCarthy has been driven to the extremes. He's either the worst QB you've ever seen, or you're so fiercely defensive against those…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: The DIFFICULTY of Slowing Down Lamar Jackson
The Minnesota Vikings face the Baltimore Ravens in a tough test on Sunday. Get a full preview with Luke Inman, Luke Braun, Arif Hasan and Ron Johnson ahead of…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsLamar Jackson Presents MAJOR Test For Brian Flores Defense
With the Baltimore Ravens getting healthier, the Minnesota Vikings will have their work cut out for them against a quarterback who presents a nightmare matchup…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsVIKINGS SQUAD SHOW: The TOP REASONS That the Minnesota Vikings Pulled a STUNNER at Ford Field
The crew gives a full breakdown of JJ McCarthy's winning performance in Detroit. The Minnesota Vikings did nothing at the NFL trade deadline -- should they…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsHow J.J. McCarthy's Upset Win CHANGED Our Expectations For Him
After a long wait and much debate, J.J. McCarthy returned, and silenced (some of) his doubters. So what do we need to see in the next nine games? Plus, Brian…
Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota VikingsMinnesota Vikings Big Win Reminds Us Why We NEVER Give Up On Them
I don't have time for a quitter's mentality. Plus, answering your questions about JJ McCarthy, the run defense, and more! WANT MORE DAILY MINNESOTA VIKINGS…