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Purple Daily - A Minnesota Vikings Podcast

SKOR North | Hubbard Radio
Minnesota Vikings
Sam Darnold
Training Camp
JJ Mccarthy
NFL
Kevin O'connell
Christian Darrisaw
Justin Jefferson
Mr. Mankato
Aaron Jones
Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute
Preseason Predictions
Bobby Mccain
Wide Receiver
Cornerback
Dwayne Haskins
NFL Training Camp
Duke Shelley
Mekhi Blackmon
Shaq Griffin

Daily Minnesota Vikings entertainment with one mission: We want the Minnesota Vikings to win the Super Bowl before we die. Purple Daily is hosted by Phil Mackey & Judd Zulgad, who are long-time radio hosts in the Twin Cities and former Minnesota Vikings beat writers. Former Minnesota Vikings offensive lineman Alex Boone is also a regular contributor. A SKOR North production. You can also find Purp... more

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Less than one week from the NFL Draft its time to narrow down the Minnesota Vikings biggest needs in the 2026 NFL Draft. What positions do the Minnesota Vikings need to address most? What would SHOCK you about the Vikings draft? Are Jordan Addison an... more

Thor goes through a list of top-30 visits the Vikings have had in the defensive side of the ball and shares his thoughts on the players and how they measure up on his Thor 500 board compared to the overall consensus ranks.

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What if the Minnesota Vikings hired US as their next general managers; Judd has a new creed if he were running the Vikings; What is R... more

Thor Nystrom -- along with Mackey & Judd -- unveils his top 10 linebackers in the 2026 NFL Draft!

02:30 - Red Murdock (Buffalo)

05:20 - Bryce Boettcher (Oregon)

09:50 - Josiah Trotter (Mizzou)

13:20 - C.J. Allen (Georgia)

15:00 - Kaleb Elarm... more

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Jeremiah Sirles
Former NFL offensive lineman, regular on the O-Line Committee, here as a guest with ideas to fix college football.
Former NFL player, O-Line Committee regular
Episode: OLC: Dumb Football Questions: How NERVOUS are you about NFL refs?; How to fix college football?
Rob Brzezinski
NFL draft analyst portrayed as a guest on the show for the mock draft
Vikings scouting department (as portrayed)
Episode: Putting ourselves in Rob Brzezinski's shoes at NFL Draft!
Jalen Sundell
Starting center for the Seattle Seahawks
Seattle Seahawks
Episode: OLC: INSIDE Seattle Seahawks’ Super Bowl run with Jalen Sundell!
Thor Neistrom
Regular contributor on the show; discussed as part of the All Freaks team segment
All Freaks / Thor Talks Purple
Episode: FOOTBALL TAKES: Thor's ALL FREAKS list for 2026 NFL Draft!
Jeremiah Searles
Draft connoisseur
Episode: Why Minnesota Vikings didn’t name Kyler Murray QB. 1… yet
Trevor Sikkema
Lead NFL draft analyst at PFF
Pro Football Focus
Episode: FOOTBALL TAKES: Most SURPRISING risers from NFL Combine with PFF's Trevor Sikkema!
Trevor Sikama
Lead NFL draft analyst at PFF
Pro Football Focus
Episode: TTP: Javon Hargrave criticizes Brian Flores on social media; Dillon Thieneman a lock for Minnesota Vikings at 18?
Thorne Eistrom
Draft aficionado
PD Purple Talks/Thor Talks Purple
Episode: FOOTBALL TAKES: Kyler Murray destinations and LA Rams BLEEP those picks AGAIN!
Leighton James
A detailed NFL draft expert and field-level analyst
Strictly Football
Episode: TTP: NFL Draft comps for best Minnesota Vikings fits

Hosts

Phil Mackey
Host of Purple Daily; Vikings analyst; long-time Twin Cities radio host.
Judd Zulgad
Co-host; veteran Vikings beat writer; regular on SKOR North network.
Thor Nystrom
College football analyst; regular contributor; provides draft and prospect analysis.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 3.7k ratings
  • Great shows

    Love the content. Phil, Judd & Declan have become part of my daily routine. Love the OL Committee shows as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arcticcatm1000
    United Statesa month ago
  • Boycott Betting Sponsors

    Lets normalize boycotting podcasts that take money from gambling entities which exploit addicts. Used to love Judd, Mackey and Declan but can’t support people who promote something that notoriously destroys lives. Shame on you guys, where is your moral compass?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RobotRabbit80
    United States2 months ago
  • Hockenson isn’t fetching a top 100 draft pick

    Love the show, but no team is trading a top 100 pick for Hockenson, he is contracted to be highest paid TE and he is washed up… He is getting cut

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Saban’s burner
    United States2 months ago
  • Thor Glaze

    Use to listen on a regular basis until it became purple Thor daily…I’m

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BillyStar
    United States2 months ago
  • Thor needs to get a job

    Respectfully I love purple daily. The question is why should we listen to Thor talk. He seemingly missed on JJ McCarthy compared to every other quarterback in his draft class, and it seems like he constantly regurgitates whatever anyone else says on the show in a wordier way.

    PS if we could get some more O-line committee that would be great. They know ball. They are good at explaining the team dynamics. Maybe it’s time for a play-calling change at purple daily. Let’s swap out Thor for one of t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Dan_1970
    United States2 months ago

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Some criticism notes over-commercials and show dynamics, but overall positive engagement.
Many praise Thor Nystrom as a valuable guest for technical football insights.
Listeners appreciate the depth on cap strategy and realistic roster planning.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#11
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#57
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#20
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#44
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#243
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#38
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Will Minnesota Vikings trade Jonathan Greenard before NFL Draft?
Q: Would the Eagles or Colts realistically trade for Grenard, given the current market and his durability?
A second-round pick could be appealing, but durability concerns and the possibility of pre-negotiated contracts complicate deals; a first-round pick seems unlikely.
Will Minnesota Vikings trade Jonathan Greenard before NFL Draft?
Q: Where do you think things stand on the Grenard trade front?
There isn't a lot of buzz right now about a trade being on the cusp; Rosenhaus is asking for more money, and teams are weighing draft compensation against potential extensions for Grenard.
TTP: Would Kevin O'Connell opening up playbook benefit Kyler Murray AND JJ McCarthy?
Q: Does Kevin O'Connell seem genuinely willing to adjust the offense to fit Kyler Murray and potentially JJ McCarthy?
Yes, the hosts note a visible shift in O'Connell's rhetoric and expected strategy, indicating openness to adapting the offense to the personnel rather than sticking to a fixed playbook.
TTP: Minnesota Vikings RE-SIGN Carson Wentz for 2026 season
Q: How much of a QB competition do you expect in Minnesota this season?
The hosts speculate it will be a real competition in training camp and OTAs, with the best player needing to win the job, though there is skepticism about whether the team will truly let McCarthy compete or defer to veterans.
Minnesota Vikings predictions: Johnny Hekker, Kyler Murray and more
Q: Tell us a bit about your background as Vikings fans and predictors.
Ben shares his personal journey as a lifelong Vikings and Minnesota sports fan, explaining how his fandom and exposure to the team shaped his interest in making quantified predictions, and he emphasizes engaging with the audience.

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What is Purple Daily about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced, discussion-heavy take on NFL roster building, quarterback markets, and Vikings-related strategy, with a recurring focus on cap space, trades, and draft targets. Episodes frequently dissect potential free-agent fits, be they veteran signal-callers or edge-rushers, and mix in mock trades, restructures, and real-world sponsor reads. Regular guests and contributors bring insider perspectives on the Vikings' moves, while the hosts blend data-driven analysis with long-running team lore, guest insights, and fan questions. A standout element is the live, “Be A GM”-style cap tinkering and mock planning that gives listeners a practical sense of how front offices could balance short-term competitiveness with long-term health. The show of... more

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2. Rob Brzezinski
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4. Thor Neistrom
5. Jeremiah Searles
6. Trevor Sikkema
7. Trevor Sikama
8. Thorne Eistrom

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