The Viking Age Podcast: A Minnesota Vikings Podcast from FanSided

Calming the storm after the Vikings Week 8 loss to the Rams

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A Vikings fan handed over his Justin Jefferson jersey at the game, declaring he was done with the team after a 5-2 start.

The episode opens with hosts Adam Patrick and Chris Shad introducing the show after the Vikings' Thursday night loss to the Rams. Chris Shad shares his overreaction, urging fans to calm down despite the team's 5-2 record, citing a text referencing the 2016 collapse and a fan giving away his Justin Jefferson jersey at the game. The conversation shifts to the Vikings' performance, noting they led 14-0 at halftime but only scored six points in the second half. News breaks during the recording that left tackle Christian Darrisaw suffered a torn ACL and is out for the season, prompting discussion on the impact of his absence. The hosts analyze defensive coordinator Brian Flores's recent strategies, questioning why the defense didn't adjust to quick passes from opponents. They examine rookie linebacker Ivan Pace Jr.'s performance and the absence of Blake Cashman. A significant segment focuses on first-round pick Dallas Turner, who played only seven defensive snaps in the last two games, drawing comparisons to Lewis Cine's rookie year. The hosts debate whether the Vikings should be buyers at the trade deadline, with Chris arguing against mortgaging the future unless for a player like Dexter Lawrence, while Adam leans toward taking advantage of the 5-2 start. They discuss potential needs, including left tackle, cornerback, and defensive tackle. The episode includes an ad read for Underdog Fantasy. Later, the hosts predict the Vikings' remaining schedule, game by game, forecasting wins against the Colts, Jaguars, and Titans, and losses to the Bears, Falcons, and Seahawks, resulting in a 10-7 to 12-5 finish. They touch on college football games and other NFL matchups before signing off.

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A loose postgame conversation about Minnesota's 30-20 loss, a remembered 14-0 lead, and fan anxiety after a second straight defeat.

The Viking Age Podcast revisits Minnesota's 30-20 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, with the Vikings dropping to 5-2 after a second straight defeat.

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You get the Vikings' 30-20 Thursday night loss to the Rams, the 14-0 halftime lead that slipped away, and fan panic filtered through hockey-fan detours.

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