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Purple Daily - A Minnesota Vikings Podcast

SKOR North | Hubbard Radio
Minnesota Vikings
Sam Darnold
JJ Mccarthy
Training Camp
NFL
Kevin O'connell
Christian Darrisaw
Justin Jefferson
Mr. Mankato
Aaron Jones
Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute
Preseason Predictions
Bobby Mccain
Cornerback
Wide Receiver
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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The free agency portion of the Minnesota Vikings offseason is largely over. Now, we move onto phase two, the NFL Draft. The Minnesota Star Tribune’s Chip Scoggins joins Purple Daily’s Judd Zulgad, as the two dive deep into the Minnesota Vikings roste... more

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Thor jumped in the lab and concocted 5 potential trade possibilities on draft night that he thinks the Vikings could use to capitalize on another team looking to trade up and select Ty Simpson. Plus more on the latest Thor Talks Purple!

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Do Minnesota Vikings have a tidy or messy QB room; Have the Vikings given up on JJ McCarthy; Why we question the Vikings line of thinking more than others; Plus other Vikings feedback on the draft, offseason and more on Purple Daily.

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Thor, Judd, and AJ share their latest grouping of takes including the idea to make a Hard Knocks style productions that is specifically centered around the draft process for prospects, creating a football version of the World Baseball Classic, and de... more

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Recent Guests

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!
Alex Boone
Former NFL offensive lineman; regular contributor
Purple Daily / SKOR North
Episode: OLC: Dumb Football Questions: Drafting the worst teams in NFL for 2026; Should NFL steal more UFL rules?
Jeremiah Searles
Vikings analysis guest
Purple Daily contributor
Episode: Minnesota Vikings free agency RESET; What next after Kyler Murray signing?
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
Dermot Burke
Homemade bar owner and Vikings fan
Episode: Minnesota Vikings predictions about offseason, JJ McCarthy, Justin Jefferson and more!

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 3.6k 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 States17 days 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 Statesa month 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 Statesa month ago
  • Thor Glaze

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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BillyStar
    United Statesa month 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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#220
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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.
OLC: Dumb Football Questions: Drafting the worst teams in NFL for 2026; Should NFL steal more UFL rules?
Q: What do players call coaches in the NFL?
Coaches are usually called 'coach' on the NFL level, though initial or closer familiarity may lead players to use first names or nicknames as relationships develop, with the head coach maintaining a special respectful title.
TTP: Would Kevin O'Connell's scheme mesh with Kyler Murray's play style?
Q: Did you see anything in Josh Dobbs' limited sample that might intrigue you about how O'Connell could adapt for Kyler Murray?
The discussions suggest there was at least some spark in experimenting with a more agile, mobile quarterback, indicating the coach might be willing to bend the offense to fit a quarterback who can improvise and move outside the pocket, though it's clear there are doubts about whether he'll fully embrace that approach.
TTP: Javon Hargrave criticizes Brian Flores on social media; Dillon Thieneman a lock for Minnesota Vikings at 18?
Q: Donovan Hager asks about Dillon Thieneman and why he isn't a lock at 18 given his combine showing.
The hosts agree that Thieneman is certainly in the mix for consideration if available at 18, but they caution that “lock” is a misnomer in the draft; availability hinges on how many other players remain, board rotations, and medical evaluations.

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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. Thor Neistrom
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5. Trevor Sikkema
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7. Thorne Eistrom
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