TPJ and Darren are holding the fort as they review the Minnesota Vikings’ 13–3 preseason defeat to the Baltimore Ravens—and another difficult outing for J.J. McCarthy.

The pair debate whether Carson Wentz has now earned the QB2 role, assess the worrying reserve offensive line and name their winners and losers from the game. Tai Felton, Jacob Thomas, Elijah Williams and Dillon Bell receive praise, while Caleb Banks and Demond Claiborne still have work to do. There is also plenty on Dallas Turner’s impressive joint practices, the Hekker–Thorson punter battle, final roster cuts and Friday’s preseason finale against the Denver Broncos.

“Right now, there’s only one player who can come in and replace Kyler—and it’s not JJ.”

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The Vikings’ initial 53-man roster is set, and Tom and Darren have questions—especially about carrying four quarterbacks and what that might mean for JJ McCarthy. They work through the biggest surprises, from Brett Thorson winning the punting job to the thin-looking offensive line, while Darren proudly claims an entirely scientific 88% success rate on his roster prediction.

Then it’s time to call every game of the 2026 season. Tampa Bay, Indianapolis and Mexico City divide opinion, but both hosts still land on playoff football: Darren at 10–7 and Tom at 11–6. There is also a Broncos preseason post-mortem, one briefly “Old Yellered” dog and the usual refusal to let optimism be constrained by evidence.

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Football is back—and one preseason game has already produced an entirely reasonable amount of Vikings panic.

BDR, TPJ and Daz review Minnesota’s win over the New York Giants, with Carson Wentz strengthening his QB2 case and J.J. McCarthy struggling to silence his critics. The lads pick their five winners and losers, including Myles Price, the revamped run game, Jay Ward, Jamal Adams, Ivan Pace Jr., Ty Felton and the developing punter battle between Johnny Hekker and Brett Thorson.

There is also concern for Caleb Banks and Domonique “Big Citrus” Orange, a look ahead to the Baltimore Ravens game and congratulations for Vikings fan Amy Hunt.

“Big Citrus: best name in football, not the best player in football.”

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Training camp has arrived, which means it's time for one of our favourite annual episodes.

Rich, Darren and TPJ predict the Vikings' opening 53-man roster and debate every position group from quarterback through to special teams.

⚠️ Recorded before the Jamal Adams signing.

Topics include:

• Full 53-man roster prediction • JJ McCarthy vs Kyler Murray • Carson Wentz's role • Harrison Smith's future • Defensive battles and pass rush depth • Offensive line predictions • Running backs and wide receivers • Kevin O'Connell's future • Vikings Rivalries jersey • US Bank Stadium memories

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Let us know who you've got making the final 53.

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BDR is joined by Daz, TPJ and Jonathan Pye for an offseason catch-up that quickly turns into the Vikings QB1 debate: Kyler Murray or JJ McCarthy?

The guys discuss Nolan Teasley’s first front-office moves, fan-club membership, the 2026 Minnesota Invasion trip, Week 2 watch parties, OTA standouts, Dylan Bell hype, Ty Felton, Caleb Banks, Brian O’Neill, Dallas Turner, Harrison Smith, Carson Wentz and the state of the roster before the summer break.

The line of the show might be: “Nine starts by Week Nine.” Brave, dangerous, probably going on a T-shirt somewhere.

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This week we’re joined by Minnesota sports fan Kris Head as we dive into all things Minnesota sports. We discuss the latest Vikings news, the Timberwolves and Wild’s playoff campaigns, and the painful existence of the Twins.

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Richard "BDR" Dawson and John Macdonald join live from Pittsburgh, with Tom Parry-Jones hosting alongside Darren Hails, to break down the Minnesota Vikings' 2026 draft.

The standout moment sees John – the Vikings' International Fan of the Year – step onto the NFL Draft stage to announce a pick, a huge moment for the UK & Ireland fanbase. The team also discusses Caleb Banks, Domonique "Big Citrus" Orange, Jake Golday, Jakobe Thomas, Max Bredesen, Charles Demmings and the Jonathan Greenard trade, plus what it means for Brian Flores' defence and JJ McCarthy's future.

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The Vikings have a new quarterback! John, TPJ and Reece to break down the signing of Kyler Murray and the short-term future of the QB room.

🧐 What are the details of Murray’s contract?

⏱️ When will Harrison Smith Return?

🥹 Is the Vikings front office too sentimental?

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