NFC North
The Vikings Culling Begins - Does Kwesi know what he’s doing? ... And our tribute to Coach Bud Grant.
The blood bath starts as Kwesi Adofo-Mensah & Kevin O’Connell are endeavoring to make this team in their image. Last year’s experiment is done & the future awaits. CTP and 2OB ask, are these the correct choices for the Vikings?
New Era for the Minnesota Vikings: Analyzing Adam Thielen’s Release
Welcome to Vikings Happy Hour, the ultimate podcast for Minnesota Vikings fans! In our latest episode, we discuss the team’s decision to release longtime wide receiver Adam Thielen.
Za’Darius Smith Says Goodbye
On this The Real Forno Show - Here we go! Z is leaving... Or not? It sounds like the Vikings want a trade for Za’Darius Smith… & possibly they believe they’ll get one.
Vikings Choice: Kirk Cousins & QB Extensions
On this The Real Forno Show - How much money will an extension cost for Kirk Cousins, and is it worth it?
Vikings Happy Hour: NFL Combine Report, Analyzing Top Prospects for the Minnesota Vikings
Our crew will provide in-depth analysis and insights into the top performers at the Combine, and evaluate their potential fit with the Vikings.
Wrapping Up The Combine “And Here We Go...”
On this The Real Forno Show - Tyler is going to going to talk about the combine, the potential of a quarterback after the comments from Kwesi and Kevin, the release of Kendricks, and then a mock draft.
Vikings Happy Hour: Minnesota Vikings Release Linebacker Eric Kendricks
Join us as we react to the breaking news of the team’s decision to release veteran linebacker Eric Kendricks this Monday morning.
Kwesi Said What About Kirk Cousins?
There is only one quarterback under contract for the Vikings. That means there will be some moves to get more. How Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and Kevin O’Connell do that will be fascinating to watch. Free agency is quickly approaching, the NFL Combine is underway and Kwesi speaks. How will you interpret his quotes?
Vikings Happy Hour: Judd Zulgad’s Takeaways from Minnesota Vikings’ NFL Combine Press Conferences
In this episode, we’re joined by Judd Zulgad of Skor North and Purple Daily to discuss the key takeaways from the recent press conferences held by Minnesota Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and head coach Kevin O’Connell
Vikings Happy Hour: Minnesota Vikings 7-Round mock draft Pre-Combine Edition
In this episode, the team takes on a pre-combine mock draft using Pro Football Focus’s mock draft simulator, and the results are in: an A+ grade!!!
Let’s Talk Combine
On The Real Forno Show - What happens at the NFL Scouting Combine is more than players running around in spandex and Tyler explains why it is all part of the interview process.
Should the Vikings trade for Jalen Ramsey?
On The Real Forno Show - Tyler Forness looks at the possibility of the Minnesota Vikings actually entering trade discussions with the Los Angeles Rams for cornerback star Jalen Ramsey. Would you like Ramsey in purple?
Should I Stay Or Should Go: Dalvin Tomlinson
This week in Vikings land on Two Old Bloggers Darren and Dave take a look at the mutual interest that has developed between the organization and Dalvin Tomlinson. Do they bring him back?
Vikings Happy Hour: Which players should the Vikings Extend this offseason
Our crew will explore the hot topic of whether or not the Minnesota Vikings should extend key players on their roster, such as Justin Jefferson, T.J. Hockenson, K.J. Osborn, and Ezra Cleveland.
Vikings Happy Hour: Should the Vikings sign Robert Woods
In this episode, we’ll be diving deep into the recent release of wide receiver Robert Woods, and whether or not the Minnesota Vikings should sign him.
Vikings Happy Hour: Impending Free Agents Re-Sign or Let Walk
You won’t want to miss this episode of Vikings Happy Hour! Our crew takes a deep dive into the team’s impending free agents, analyzing who should be re-signed and who the team should let walk.
Is Anthony Richardson The Future QB Answer?
It’s a fun show. Yes the Vikings need D, and yes they could look for a WR2, but would they take Anthony Richardson if he dropped into their lap? Could he be the future QB answer? Wide receiver buckets and a 4-round mock draft for you. SKOL!
Can Brian Flores Fix The Vikings Defense?
Our first impressions of Brian Flores and what he’ll bring to the Vikings’ defense were good. What changes will come of it? In the State of the Vikings series, Darren and Dave break down the tight end room. Should the Vikings draft one? This and more on this episode of 2OB. SKOL!
Getting better at getting Quarterbacks
Tyler takes a look at why the Vikings have a low swing rate at drafting quarterbacks. Should that change?
The Super Bowl & Officiating
Looking at Super Bowl LVII and looking at what the Minnesota Vikings can take away from the lessons learned from it. SKOL!
The State of the O-Line & The Vikings Got Their Man
Brian Flores was hired and the defense will be fixed, right? It might not happen immediately, but changing it to "multiples" and cranking the aggression knob to 11 will be fun to watch. On the other side, how will the 2023 O-line look and will Adam Thielen continue his Minnesota story? SKOL!
Brian Flores, The Vikings, & Senior Bowl Week
Big news breaks right before the show start and Vikings fans can breathe easier as the team hires their new defensive coordinator, Brian Flores. What will he bring to the team and how does Tyler’s scouting at the Senior Bowl figure into it all? SKOL!
Vikings’ Running Backs & The DC search
Deep thoughts on the running back room, the defensive coordinator search, and the young talent on display at the Senior Bowl and East-West Shrine Game were all broken down by Darren and Dave with you. SKOL!
CTP is Scouting the Senior Bowl
How to watch the Senior Bowl and what to look for as you window shop for the Vikings. Put your scouting hat on and join us in Mobile. SKOL!
Offensive Player of the Year?
Trading Dannielle Hunter to get assets to rebuild the defense, does that make sense? Darren and Dave debate that and more. First a defensive coordinator update, then admiration for Justin Jefferson’s fantastic 2022 season. It was so enjoyable! SKOL!
Dawn Of A New Vikings Defense
With the dismissal of Ed Donatell and the interviews for his replacement underway, the Vikings defense is about to have a new leader and possibly a revised scheme. Who do you want to be the new DC? SKOL!
The Search Is On!
On The Real Forno Show - Ed Donatell was released so that means another DC search is on. Tyler covers the search with reports on the 3 candidates we know of plus a few more. Then we get into a discussion of wide receivers that could complement Justin Jefferson. This will give opponents a second thought about how they will cover JJ at risk of being burned.
The 2022 Season: Success? Failure? Gone!
The season is over for your Minnesota Vikings so let’s evaluate the results, plus the latest news from Ed Donatell’s release to who might replace him. SKOL!
Turning The Page
This week, Eric Eager joins the guys to talk about how enjoyable watching Kirk Cousins this season has been. Then he was asked about a post-Cousins Vikings era which will be inevitable.
The End is Just the Beginning
The Vikings 2022 season may have ended, but that means we are on the verge of the next unwritten chapter in our fandom and that of our favorite team. Tyler walks us through some of the decisions that will have to be made to make 2023 even better. All this and more on The Real Forno Show.
Vikings vs Giants - The Wild Card | The Final Score
The Vikings season is over with the loss to the Giants. Fans are not happy and even on the show are getting into it. Everyone has an opinion. Come vent with us. Will Ed Donatell be fired?
Giants vs Vikings in the Super Wild Card round
Cunningham to Cousins: Can Kirk do what Randall did? SKOL!
Win or Go Home
Super Wild Card weekend is here and your Minnesota Vikings will be playing the New York Giants. The guys get together over a few drinks to talk about what we might expect from our favorite team in purple.
On A Mission
On The Real Forno Show - Is it a Mission Impossible? [The theme song playing in your mind.] The Vikings have accepted the mission. Join us as Tyler reports on it.
Vikings at Bears | The Final Score
Vikings WIN!, Vikings WIN! The Vikings won with a final score of Minnesota Vikings 29, the Chicago Bears 13. The day kicked off with the majority of starters playing the first half and then getting rest later in the game. The backups came in and got some meaningful reps. This is a smart way to prepare to head into the playoffs with a 13-4 record. SKOL!
Vikings at Bears - O-line Change, O-line Worries
The guys get into the changes on the O-line and whether the Vikings should be sitting some starters and getting some young studs playing time on that Soldier Field turf versus the Bears. SKOL!
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