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Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker

Vikings reporters Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker of the Star Tribune are bringing all you football enthusiasts another way to stay connected to the purple. Consider this podcast to be similar to any Vikings season: full of ups and downs, but never boring.

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  • Today · 33 min

    Vikings beat Dolphins, 15-10, behind Will Reichard's leg as offensive struggles continue

    Kicker Will Reichard cleared five field goals to give the Vikings a 15-10 win against the Dolphins at U.S. Bank Stadium. Why couldn't the offense find the end zone? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker recap the Vikings' fourth straight win from T.J. Hockenson helping the offense find some rhythm near the end of the game to continued special teams and defensive success. What have we learned in the Vikings' 4-0 start?

  • Saturday · 51 min

    Vikings-Dolphins preview: Can Kyler Murray, Vikings offense find rhythm without Justin Jefferson?

    The Vikings will be without star wide receiver Justin Jefferson on Sunday versus the Dolphins as he continues recovery from an ankle sprain. Can Kyler Murray and the Vikings offense find a rhythm without him? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss the biggest storylines of Week 4, what intrigues them most about Vikings-Dolphins and more.

  • Wednesday · 26 min

    New Dolphins regime visits Vikings still seeking first win. What have they learned through 3 games?

    The Dolphins overhauled their leadership this offseason, hiring former Packers staffers Jeff Hafley and Jon-Eric Sullivan as head coach and general manager, respectively. The new regime built with faces familiar to the Vikings visits U.S. Bank Stadium in Week 4 still searching for its first win. Minnesota Star Tribune reporter Emily Leiker is joined by South Florida Sun Sentinel reporter David Furones to talk about the Dolphins' start to the season, losing running back De'Von Achane and more.

  • September 28 · 21 min

    The J.J. McCarthy era is over. What did the Vikings, Kevin O'Connell learn?

    The Vikings sent quarterback J.J. McCarthy, their former No. 10 overall pick, to the Giants on Monday morning in exchange for a 2027 fifth-round draft pick. What did the franchise and Kevin O'Connell learn from the rollercoaster experience with the young QB? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling and Emily Leiker break down what was said by O'Connell and general manager Nolan Teasley following the news.

  • September 28 · 24 min

    Vikings defense, special teams carry team to 23-16 win over Buccaneers for 3-0 start

    Six sacks, three field goals, two interceptions and one punt return touchdown are among the highlights on a Vikings stat sheet led by defense and special teams Sunday. Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer break down the 23-16 victory against the Buccaneers in Tampa Bay to move the Vikings to 3-0. How did Kyler Murray look in his return to game action, and what's Justin Jefferson's status after an early exit?

  • September 26 · 40 min

    Vikings-Buccaneers preview: Kyler Murray returns to action as Vikings try to go 3-0

    Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray is back after clearing concussion protocol. How will the Vikings offense look with him back holding the reins? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker preview Vikings-Bucs for Week 3. How fired up will the 0-2 Bucs, led by Baker Mayfield, be when the Vikings come to town?

  • September 23 · 28 min

    Vikings face a Bucs team hungry for a win Sunday. How could Tampa Bay tip the scales in their favor?

    The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are 0-2 after losses to the Cincinnati Bengals and Cleveland Browns. What would need to go right for them to emerge victorious when the Minnesota Vikings come to town Sunday? Minnesota Star Tribune reporter Emily Leiker is joined by Greg Auman of FOX Sports to talk about the Bucs rough start to the season, which follows quarterback Baker Mayfield receiving a big contract extension. How hot is head coach Todd Bowles' seat?

  • September 22 · 33 min

    Vikings' first-round pick Caleb Banks saw the field more Week 2. How did he fare?

    The Vikings' 2026 first-round draft pick, defensive lineman Caleb Banks, saw an uptick in his snaps from Week 1 to 2. How did he fare? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker break down some of his film from the Vikings' 9-3 win over the Bears. They highlight two of Banks' stronger plays and where he could improve, while looking to teammate Jalen Redmond for what one of his negative plays should look like.

  • September 20 · 25 min

    Vikings limit Caleb Williams prior to exit, beat Bears 9-3 in rain

    Before his exit due to a hamstring injury, Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was limited by Brian Flores' Vikings defense following an explosive Week 1 performance. Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling and Emily Leiker, plus columnist Chip Scoggins, break down the Vikings' 9-3 win on a soggy day at Soldier Field. What did players have to say about strong performances from outside linebacker Dallas Turner and running back Aaron Jones Sr.?

  • September 19 · 42 min

    Vikings-Bears preview: Brian Flores' and Ben Johnson's units go head-to-head

    Everyone's talking about the matchup between Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores and Bears head coach Ben Johnson, an offensive guru. Who will prevail? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker preview Week 2's Vikings-Bears matchup at Soldier Field. The Vikings will start Carson Wentz at quarterback with Kyler Murray ruled out as he continues working through concussion protocol.

  • September 16 · 29 min

    Ben Johnson's Bears offense put up 59 points Week 1. How might they fare vs. Vikings?

    Ben Johnson's second season with the Chicago Bears started with a bang: A 59-37 win over the Carolina Panthers. Will they be as productive against the Minnesota Vikings? Minnesota Star Tribune reporter Emily Leiker is joined by ESPN's Courtney Cronin to discuss what was learned from the Bears' Week 1 victory, and what's expected to be different in the Week 2 NFC North matchup.

  • September 15 · 29 min

    How the Vikings defense sealed the win after busting coverages vs. the Packers

    Emily Leiker is joined by Minnesota Star Tribune Vikings writer Andrew Krammer to discuss six defensive plays from the Vikings' 39-22 win over the Packers. What went wrong on the 82-yard touchdown to Packers receiver Christian Watson? How did quarterback Jordan Love complete another 32-yard pass to Watson just before halftime? And what impact did safety Harrison Smith have on the strip sack by Andrew Van Ginkel? How was a second half run stop emblematic of the back and forth with Love? And which two young defenders deserve shoutouts? Watch the film at the Minnesota Star Tribune's YouTube channel!

  • September 14 · 26 min

    Carson Wentz, Vikings defense cap furious comeback in win over Packers

    Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker return from the locker room to recap the Vikings' 39-22 comeback win over the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium. What's the status of quarterback Kyler Murray? What did they think about Carson Wentz's performance? And what about a Jekyll & Hyde defense that turned things on in the clutch? The Vikings needed to catch some breaks and they capitalized.

  • September 12 · 41 min

    Vikings-Packers preview: How can Harrison Smith and Brian Flores limit Jordan Love?

    Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker preview Sunday's season opener against the Packers. What are their individual storylines to watch? What's the most interesting thing we each heard this week? Who ends up 1-0 on Sunday? They discuss Harrison Smith's return, Kyler Murray to Jordan Love, and everything in between.

  • September 9 · 29 min

    How will absences of Micah Parsons, Josh Jacobs affect Vikings-Packers Week 1 matchup?

    The Minnesota Vikings host the Green Bay Packers -- an NFC North rival -- for their season-opener. With the Packers currently without star players in edge rusher Micah Parsons and running back Josh Jacobs, how could the matchup look different from last year's two meetings? Minnesota Star Tribune reporter Emily Leiker is joined by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Tom Silverstein for an inside look at the Vikings' Week 1 opponent.

  • August 31 · 44 min

    A decade since Teddy Bridgewater's injury and a bonkers Vikings season

    Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer are joined by former Vikings offensive lineman (and current NFL agent) Jeremiah Sirles to discuss quarterback Teddy Bridgewater's dislocated knee during an Aug. 30 practice and the ripple effects throughout a tumultuous 2016 season.

  • August 30 · 26 min

    Vikings keep four quarterbacks on the initial 53-man roster

    Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss the Vikings' initial 53-man roster formed Sunday, when they kept Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz, J.J. McCarthy and Max Brosmer. Will it stay that way? What other noteworthy moves were made? What positions could use some outside help?

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