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Access VikingsVikings tidbits and NFL combine preview with CBS Sports' Richard JohnsonAndrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss a few Vikings' tidbits, including coaching moves, Brian Flores' lawsuit vs. the NFL, and Kevin O'Connell's addition to the competition committee. Then CBS Sports college football analyst Richard Johnson joins to preview next week's NFL Scouting Combine.
2026-02-2043 min
Minnesota Vikings News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Vikings' Hargrave: Rework or Release?Javon Hargraves Performance in Minnesota: A ReevaluationThe Minnesota Vikings signing of Javon Hargrave to a $30 million deal was a significant move in the 2025 offseason. Despite initial promise, Hargraves performance fell short of expectations, earning a PFF grade of 68 and generating 31 pressures and 3.5 sacks. As he turns 33, fans and analysts question the Vikings decision to keep him. However, Emily Leiker from the Star Tribune predicts a deal rework rather than a release, with coach Brian Flores potentially unlocking more from Hargraves potential.
2026-02-0301 min
Access VikingsVikings fire general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah after four seasonsBen Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss co-owner Mark Wilf's comments upon firing general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah nearly four weeks after their 2025 season ended. Wilf cited Adofo-Mensah's body of work that included a poor draft record and last year's quarterback room, as well as this "critical" offseason that includes eight draft picks (plus any compensatory selections). Will this clear a path for Kevin O'Connell and Brian Flores to have even more influence in personnel decisions?
2026-01-3029 min
Access VikingsShield your eyes, Vikings fans... it's a Darnold vs. Maye Super BowlBen Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss the Vikings likely losing a key coach on defense, assistant Daronte Jones, to a promotion with the Washington Commanders. They also discuss coordinator Brian Flores staying in Minnesota, the Sam Darnold-Drake Maye matchup in the Super Bowl, and one expected need along the offensive line.
2026-01-2838 min
Access VikingsCody Alexander joins to talk Brian Flores, Vikings defendersBen Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker are joined by MatchQuarter's Cody Alexander (a former cornerback and graduate assistant coach at Baylor) to discuss Vikings coordinator Brian Flores' unique and effective approach, his head coaching prospects, and the Vikings' defensive roster. They also look ahead to this weekend's NFC Divisional playoff games.
2026-01-1546 min
Access VikingsJordan Addison arrested, Vikings' brass talks quarterbacks and FloresBen Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss receiver Jordan Addison's arrest this week in Florida. They also recap what reporters heard from general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and coach Kevin O'Connell at Tuesday's season-ending press conferences. They discussed "insurance" and "competition" at quarterback for young J.J. McCarthy as well as the future of defensive coordinator Brian Flores.
2026-01-1340 min
Access VikingsVikings' locker room cleanout, Brian Flores' future and Packers-BearsBen Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss takeaways from Vikings' locker room cleanout, defensive coordinator Brian Flores getting at least one head coach interview, and the two teams still playing in the NFC North.
2026-01-0831 min
Access VikingsJ.J. McCarthy, Brian Flores and Vikings-Packers regular season finaleBen Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker preview Sunday's regular season finale between the Vikings (8-8) and Packers (9-6-1). Quarterback J.J. McCarthy appears on track to play again. What can he gain from his 10th NFL start? What else is there to play for in this game? They discuss the financial incentives and other reasons that could motivate players and coaches in this game.
2026-01-0127 min
Access VikingsVikings mailbag: Brian Flores' future? 2026 quarterbacks?Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker open the mailbag and answer your Vikings questions about defensive coordinator Brian Flores, veteran quarterbacks in 2026, and more. This week's Flashback Friday segment goes back to a 2018 game against the Rams. The game helped usher in the reign of a young L.A. coach that would ultimately mentor Kevin O'Connell.
2025-12-1439 min
Access VikingsVikings mailbag: Adam Thielen's role? Cornerback help? Brian Flores vs. Caleb Williams?Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker open the mailbag and answer your Vikings-related questions about receiver Adam Thielen, the cornerback depth chart, Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, and the latest on ailments for safety Harrison Smith and tackle Christian Darrisaw.
2025-09-0632 min
Access VikingsFormer Vikings safety Anthony Harris joins the show, Jordan Addison suspendedBen Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker first discuss receiver Jordan Addison's 3-game suspension and where the Vikings go from here. Is Adam Thielen an option? They also open the mailbag and answer your questions about J.J. McCarthy vs. Sam Darnold, preseason action, etc. Then Ben and Andrew are joined by ex-Vikings safety Anthony Harris to discuss his career, this year's team, Mike Zimmer vs. Brian Flores, and more.
2025-08-081h 01
Access VikingsBrian Flores' HC options run dry, plus Super Bowl and Vikings free agency thoughtsAndrew Krammer, Michael Rand and Emily Leiker discuss defensive coordinator Brian Flores not being hired in this head coaching cycle, his relatively older depth chart on defense, plus takeaways from this year's playoffs and thoughts on pending Vikings free agents. There are a few among their many free agents who could be coveted elsewhere.
2025-01-2949 min
Access VikingsVikings, Kevin O'Connell agree to contract extension: GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah next?Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss the Vikings extending head coach Kevin O'Connell, the chances of defensive coordinator Brian Flores sticking around, the dominant(?) NFC North going 0-3 in the playoffs, the fallout for both the Lions and Bears after Chicago hired Ben Johnson, and more.
2025-01-2240 min
Access VikingsVikings mailbag: Brian Flores' HC interviews? Daniel Jones as QB2? Silver linings?Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker open the mailbag and answer your Vikings questions about defensive coordinator Brian Flores' head coaching interviews, quarterback Sam Darnold, the offensive line, quarterback Daniel Jones as QB2, whether the loss could be good for them, and more.
2025-01-1133 min
Access VikingsVikings mailbag: Health in the playoffs, takeaways, Flores, scout teams, and moreBen Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Emily Leiker open the mailbag and answer your Vikings questions about health in the playoffs, takeaways, the future of defensive coordinator Brian Flores, big game emotions, and more.
2025-01-0324 min
Access VikingsVikings take care of business against Bears, set sights on NFC North crownBen Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Jim Souhan emerge from the locker room at U.S. Bank Stadium to discuss what they saw and heard during and after the Vikings' 30-12 win over the Bears on Monday night. What does this win say about the state of the Bears? How are the Vikings set up for the stretch run? How's Brian O'Neill's right knee? What about the outlook for the division crown?
2024-12-1720 min
Access VikingsKirk Cousins comes back to town, and he needs a good game vs the VikingsAndrew Krammer, Michael Rand, and new Star Tribune writer Emily Leiker preview Sunday's game against the Falcons and quarterback Kirk Cousins, who returns to Minnesota after six eventful seasons for the Vikings from 2018-2023. What will the reception be like at U.S. Bank Stadium? How will he fare against a better Brian Flores defense than the one he practiced against last season? And how does quarterback Sam Darnold look in comparison after the Vikings "settled" for him in free agency last March?
2024-12-0432 min
Access VikingsJosh Metellus tells us about emerging as a leading voice for this Vikings defenseThe Star Tribune's Andrew Krammer sat down with Vikings safety Josh Metellus for a wide-ranging interview about the fifth-year safety emerging as a leading voice for a veteran defense, playing with Harrison Smith and under Brian Flores, and hosting Tell Us With Metellus. You'll hear from Metellus, Smith and Maleah Pearson, a producer for Vikings.com.
2024-11-2622 min
Access VikingsVikings mailbag: Kicker change? Short-yardage runs? QB hits?The Star Tribune's Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer open the mailbag and answer your questions about the change from kicker Will Reichard to newcomer John Parker Romo, their short-yardage woes, hits on quarterback Sam Darnold, Brian Flores vs. young QBs, and more.
2024-11-0823 min
Access VikingsVikings managing key injuries ahead of big NFC North bout with LionsBen Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand preview Sunday's game between the Vikings (5-0) and Lions (4-1) at U.S. Bank Stadium, where another chapter in Jared Goff vs. Brian Flores will unfold. But first: will either running back Aaron Jones or linebacker Blake Cashman be playing? What do they do if neither can play? And will there be a change coming on the offensive line at some point?
2024-10-1727 min
Access VikingsWhy the Vikings are starting QB Sam Darnold in Saturday's preseason openerBen Goessling and Andrew Krammer discuss the Vikings' plans for Saturday's preseason opener, and why quarterback Sam Darnold remains in the starting seat entering the first exhibition. Don't expect that to change anytime soon. What does J.J. McCarthy expect to see in "significant" playing time? What about Brian Flores' evolving defense in Year 2? Which players are (and aren't) standing out in camp?
2024-08-0833 min
Access VikingsOn Vikings' defensive shift under Brian Flores and NFL Draft with Matthew CollerThe Star Tribune's Andrew Krammer and Purple Insider's Matthew Coller discuss coordinator Brian Flores' offseason, starting with a quiet head coaching cycle and continuing with personnel changes in Minnesota. How do the Vikings want to play defense in 2024? Do they have the players or will they need more help in the draft? Kevin O'Connell addressed reporters Monday about the upcoming NFL Draft; why is the playbook fit going to be critical with the next quarterback?
2024-04-1651 min
Access VikingsPlan at quarterback, more Vikings takeaways from NFL Scouting CombineBen Goessling and Andrew Krammer come to you from a corner of a convention center in Indianapolis, where the NFL world resides for one week every year. So, what's the Vikings' plan at quarterback? When's the deadline for a Kirk Cousins deal? What about Justin Jefferson, Danielle Hunter, Brian Flores and the most recent NFLPA survey?
2024-02-2944 min
It's Child's PlayThe ReaderBrian loved to read. But how did he end up in a forest made of books, reading to tiny forest animals?
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2024-02-1304 min
Access VikingsMailbag: Defensive lapses? Flores' HC candidacy? Super Bowl?Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand open the mailbag and answer your Vikings questions about the defensive collapse, coordinator Brian Flores' head coaching candidacy, a former top draft pick, and who they got making the Super Bowl this year.
2024-01-0518 min
Access VikingsVikings' turnovers, big plays loom large in OT loss at CincyBen Goessling and Andrew Krammer come to you from a random radio booth at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, where the Vikings lost 27-24 to the Bengals in overtime. Former Vikings quarterback Jake Browning became just the second passer to top 300 yards on Brian Flores this year. What happened on those big plays to Bengals receivers? What about quarterback Nick Mullens' first Vikings start? And Kevin O'Connell's play calling?
2023-12-1722 min
Access VikingsVikings turn to QB Nick Mullens and Brian Flores' dominanceBen Goessling and Andrew Krammer discuss Nick Mullens as the Vikings' fourth starting quarterback this season. What are the expectations heading into Saturday's game in Cincinnati? Who else could be out of the lineup? What about Brian Flores' candidacy for AP Assistant Coach of the Year? And how many Pro Bowlers do you think this top 10 defense will get?
2023-12-1328 min
Access VikingsMailbag: Vikings' roster depth? Non-QB needs? Defensive philosophy?Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand open the mailbag and answer your Vikings questions about the roster's development and needs, coordinator Brian Flores' defensive philosophy, the approach with quarterback Joshua Dobbs and more.
2023-11-2426 min
Access VikingsJoshua Dobbs, Vikings keep rolling by beating SaintsBen Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Jim Souhan return from the locker room at U.S. Bank Stadium to discuss what they saw and heard during and after the Vikings' 27-19 win against the Saints. T.J. Hockenson's massive first half while injured, Kevin O'Connell's coaching job, Joshua Dobbs' elusiveness, Brian Flores' defense and more in this episode.
2023-11-1321 min
Access VikingsNext chapter of Vikings-Packers starts with meaning for MinnesotaBen Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss a Vikings-Packers rivalry game without a surefire Hall of Famer on the opposing sideline. The Vikings are favored to win. How confident should anyone be about Sunday's game? What are the chances they make the playoffs? Are we surprised at the confidence in this Brian Flores-led defense?
2023-10-2531 min
Access VikingsMailbag: Defensive development? Brian Flores' outlook with Vikings?Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand open the mailbag and answer your questions about Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores, how well this 2023 team has been coached, and which defenders have taken steps forward through six games.
2023-10-2115 min
Access VikingsPreviewing Vikings-49ers and dealing with Davenport lossBen Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss the physical challenge ahead of the Vikings on Monday night, when the 49ers arrive trying to get back into the win column. Brian Flores will blitz his way through Marcus Davenport's absence, likely including against Brock Purdy. Will the Vikings start 0-4 at home this year?
2023-10-1928 min
Access VikingsMailbag: Vikings-Jets QB swap? O-line improvement? LB plan?Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer open up the mailbag and answer your questions no matter how tongue-in-cheek. What number would Aaron Rodgers wear for the Vikings? Would the Jets come calling for Cousins? What are the reasonable expectations for the O-line this year? What's the plan with Brian Asamoah?
2023-09-1318 min
Access VikingsWhich Vikings stars will keep shining in Minnesota? How will secondary sort out?The voluntary OTAs are over. The Vikings' first mandatory practices are set for next week. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss whether Dalvin Cook, Justin Jefferson and Danielle Hunter will be there. They also discuss the directions Brian Flores is taking last year's 31st-ranked pass defense.
2023-06-0740 min
Access VikingsVikings OTA storylines: New defensive energy and big names missingThe Star Tribune's Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss storylines around Vikings spring practices at TCO Performance Center in Eagan, including coordinator Brian Flores changing over the defense, running back Dalvin Cook's absence and open competitions on the roster.
2023-05-2429 min
Access VikingsBrian Flores introduced as Vikings defensive coordinator; Jared Allen just misses Hall of Fame cutBen Goessling and Andrew Krammer discuss takeaways from defensive coordinator Brian Flores' introductory press conference on Wednesday. Then the Star Tribune's Mark Craig joins to talk about Jared Allen missing the final cut for the 2023 Hall of Fame class, and Andy Reid's excellence.
2023-02-1552 min
Access VikingsVikings to hire Brian Flores as defensive coordinatorThe Vikings' winding path on the defensive coordinator search ends with Brian Flores, the 41-year-old former Dolphins head coach and Patriots assistant. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss how the Vikings' nearly three-week hunt landed on Flores, from pursuing new Panthers DC Ejiro Evero to waiting on Flores' options. They also discuss how Flores' approach differs from Ed Donatell, and a certain ex-Vikings coach's future.
2023-02-0643 min
Access VikingsVikings' reaction to Damar Hamlin, plus Sunday in Chicago and playoffsBen Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss the Vikings' reaction to Buffalo Bills defender Damar Hamlin's heart stopping on the field after what looked like a routine hit. They eventually transition into a tough injury for Brian O'Neill and the Vikings offense, followed by Sunday's game in Chicago and how the NFC playoffs could shake out.
2023-01-0436 min
ESPN SyracuseKeeping Up With The 315 9-22Brian Higgins kicks things off discussing a trend he's noticed with Syracuse football and how they can break it on Friday. Then, Syracuse.com's SU football beat writer Emily Leiker joins the show to help preview SU-UVA.
2022-09-2300 min
ESPN Radio Utica RomeKeeping Up With The 315 9-22Brian Higgins kicks things off discussing a trend he's noticed with Syracuse football and how they can break it on Friday. Then, Syracuse.com's SU football beat writer Emily Leiker joins the show to help preview SU-UVA.
2022-09-2300 min
Access VikingsOn Vikings' culture under Mike Zimmer, and what's next in searchesLinebacker Eric Kendricks and right tackle Brian O'Neill said a lot when talking about what the Vikings need in a leadership change, revealing more about the iron fist with which Mike Zimmer used as his leading approach. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss the Vikings' culture under Zimmer and Rick Spielman, as well as what's ahead in the searches for general manager and head coach.
2022-01-1256 min
Access VikingsO'Neill's new deal, roster depth, and Vikings' opener in CincyThe Vikings made Brian O'Neill one of the richest right tackles in the NFL. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Michael Rand discuss why that was the right move, and how it reflects on an already top-heavy roster. They also preview Sunday's opener in Cincinnati on the latest Access Vikings podcast.
2021-09-0843 min
ANO-TALK: All Things AnodizingNew California air quality regulations on chromeGeorge Oh chats with Jeff Henderson, Brian Leiker, and Justin Guzman before their webinar about air quality control regulation in California and their potential economic and environmental impacts.
2021-04-0619 min
Congressional Dish200: How to End Legal BribesThe currently legal ability of obscenely rich people to bribe lawmakers and law enforcers is the source of many - if not all - of our political problems. In this episode, get an update on the few democracy-enhancing bills that have moved in this Congress and Jen speaks to Sam Fieldman - the National Counsel at Wolf-PAC - who explains how we can constitutionally end the role of money in politics by going around Congress. Joe Briney joins Jen for the thank you's. Executive Producer: Randall Dibble Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Click here to contribute monthly or a lu...
2019-07-142h 47
Douglas Design District PodcastShop Small ICT, Hopping Gnome, 2nd Street Gallery & Jimmie's EggDDD November Happenings, Business Highlights & New Member HighlightEvent Highlight : Small Business Saturday #SBSICT #ShopSmallICT – 11/24-12/15Visitwichita.como Who: Local shoppers supporting local businesseso What: Spreading local cheer loudly for all to hear during the holiday season by collecting stickers from local businesses on a #SBSICT passport book.o Where: Small businesses along Douglas from Delano, Downtown, Old Town & the Douglas Design Districto When: Small Business Saturday, November 24 through Saturday, December 15th...
2018-11-0100 min