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Bumper to Bumper with Dan Barreiro!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bumper to Bumper with Dan Barreiro!
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker open the mailbag and answer your Vikings questions about linebacker Blake Cashman's absence, the pass rush matchup versus the Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. on Sunday night, receiver Adam Thielen's role, and more ahead of Vikings-Falcons.
Ben Goessling is in studio on myriad Vikings topics!
Ben Goessling is in studio on myriad Vikings topics!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker preview Sunday night's Vikings-Falcons matchup that will bring intrigue on both sides of the ball. They discuss the issues and ailments to key defenders like Blake Cashman, Andrew Van Ginkel and Harrison Smith, the 2024 draft class with J.J. McCarthy and Michael Penix Jr., Kirk Cousins returning, and more.
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss the Vikings' 27-24 win after returning from Chicago, where quarterback J.J. McCarthy had a historic fourth quarter in his NFL debut. What did teammates and coaches say about McCarthy afterward? What went wrong in the first three quarters? When is Christian Darrisaw coming back? They also discuss the running back split, Javon Hargrave's presence, and a dynamic new punt returner in Myles Price.
Star Tribune Vikings writer Ben Goessling joins host Michael Rand for a deep preview of the Vikings' opener Monday night against the Bears. What will the Vikings defense do without Harrison Smith? Should we expect more from the run game? How will J.J. McCarthy look? And how has McCarthy's life prepared him for this moment? 33:00: Sam Pepper, executive producer of the "ManningCast," joins Rand to talk about what goes into the alternate Monday night broadcast. Plus a special guest on Monday's opener, Randy Moss, that you won't want to miss.
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker open the mailbag and answer your Vikings-related questions about receiver Adam Thielen, the cornerback depth chart, Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, and the latest on ailments for safety Harrison Smith and tackle Christian Darrisaw.
We go heavy football for the final hour of the show with Vikings beat writer Ben Goessling from the Star Tribune making his weekly appearance as well as Star Tribune columnist and native Chicagoan Lavelle Neal joining for his weekly spot as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We go heavy football for the final hour of the show with Vikings beat writer Ben Goessling from the Star Tribune making his weekly appearance as well as Star Tribune columnist and native Chicagoan Lavelle Neal joining for his weekly spot as well.
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker preview Monday night's season opener in Chicago, where Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy will return to face his hometown team in his first NFL start. How will he manage the emotions? How will the Vikings manage him? And what should be expected in the matchup of makeovers between the Vikings defense and the Bears offense under new coach Ben Johnson?
We go heavy football for the final hour of the show with Vikings beat writer Ben Goessling from the Star Tribune making his weekly appearance as well as Star Tribune columnist and native Chicagoan Lavelle Neal joining for his weekly spot as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We go heavy football for the final hour of the show with Vikings beat writer Ben Goessling from the Star Tribune making his weekly appearance as well as Star Tribune columnist and native Chicagoan Lavelle Neal joining for his weekly spot as well.
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Rosenbloom & Esposito: Ben Goessling gives a Vikings scouting report before Bears matchup (Hour 4) full In the fourth and final hour, Steve Rosenbloom and Mike Esposito talk with BetMGM Network's Ryan Horvat on some over/under props for the 2025 NFL season, and they get a Vikings scouting report from Ben Goessling from the Minnesota Star Tribune as the Vikings travel to Soldier Field to face the Bears in 1 week. 2064 Mon, 01 Sep 2025 16:20:00 +0000 QkmnrVumdhA9Vcyoqm8hGVZKyQhSjncn sports Best of 670 The Score sports Rosenbloom & Esposito: Ben Goessling gives a Vikings scouting report before Bears matchup (Hour 4) Best of the Score brings listeners the best interviews, segments, bits and highlights of the station's many shows, including Mully & Haugh, Bernstein & Harris and Spiegel & Holmes. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False
Bumper to Bumper with Dan Barreiro!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bumper to Bumper with Dan Barreiro!
From the Star Tribune booth at the Minnesota State Fair, Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss Adam Thielen returning to the Vikings, the initial 53-man roster, remaining work to do, and how the young J.J. McCarthy is set up to fare in the NFC North.
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Ben Goessling joins the show to talk about the Vikings backup Quarterback situation, and the Vikings undrafted free agents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Goessling joins the show to talk about the Vikings backup Quarterback situation, and the Vikings undrafted free agents.
Ben Goessling joined Michael Rand on Tuesday shorty before 3 p.m., and they took a bunch of listener questions and then talked through Vikings roster cuts when they were announced.
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker break down the Vikings' recent flurry of moves that included trading quarterback Sam Howell to the Eagles and signing free agent veteran Carson Wentz as their new backup. They discuss the Vikings' many ties to Wentz, including QBs coach Josh McCown and center Ryan Kelly, that may help explain the move. They also get into a potential trade for receiver Adam Thielen and the recent trade that sent Harrison Phillips to the Jets.
Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before the news comes down that the Vikings have traded Harrison Phillips to the Jets. Our guy Ben Goessling joins in emergency fashion with his reaction and further reporting on the move.
Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before the news comes down that the Vikings have traded Harrison Phillips to the Jets. Our guy Ben Goessling joins in emergency fashion with his reaction and further reporting on the move. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss the state of the Vikings receiving corps about two weeks away from Week 1. Do they need to add a veteran starter? Who's available? And what other injury concerns are still lingering with training camp mostly over? They also open the mailbag and answer your questions about camp surprises, Aaron Jones' versatility, and more.
Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before the news comes down that the Vikings have traded Harrison Phillips to the Jets. Our guy Ben Goessling joins in emergency fashion with his reaction and further reporting on the move. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Goessling is in studio for most of the hour on Vikings and NFL talkers!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Goessling is in studio for most of the hour on Vikings and NFL talkers!
Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with a sad anniversary of sorts for the Twins, which nobody celebrated on Monday. That marked one year since their loss to the Rangers that started a one-year slide that left them grasping for answers as to what went wrong. 10:00: Star Tribune Vikings writer Ben Goessling joins Rand to dive into some big questions about quarterbacks and wide receivers. 40:00: Max Brosmer's perspective and the Lynx running away with things.
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss what they saw and heard during and after Saturday's 20-12 preseason loss to the New England Patriots. What do they make of the Vikings resting 31 players, including all 22 starters? What about Sam Howell's lackluster performance and more uncertainty at backup QB? Receiver depth is also a question, as are the returner spots, entering the preseason's final week.
Dan explains a few issues he's recently had on Minnesota roads and if it's actually gotten worse out there before Ben Goessling makes his weekly appearance for Vikings talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dan explains a few issues he's recently had on Minnesota roads and if it's actually gotten worse out there before Ben Goessling makes his weekly appearance for Vikings talk.
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss the second day of Vikings-Patriots joint practices at TCO Performance Center in Eagan, which saw J.J. McCarthy give one of his best performances of camp. They also discuss the return of WR Stefon Diggs, the former Vikings draft pick, Saturday's game plan and some injury updates.
Dan explains a few issues he's recently had on Minnesota roads and if it's actually gotten worse out there before Ben Goessling makes his weekly appearance for Vikings talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Goessling and PA talk the Pohland Family deciding not to sell the Twins, special teams and Jordan Mason or Aaron Jones?
Ben Goessling and PA talk the Pohland Family deciding not to sell the Twins, special teams and Jordan Mason or Aaron Jones? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker recap the important parts of the Vikings' preseason opener against the Houston Texans. How did J.J. McCarthy look? Why did some starters play and others didn't? How bad is Rondale Moore's knee injury? And who stood out with the second and third units?
Matthew Coller is first joined by Ben Goessling of the Minnesota Star Tribune to analyze JJ McCarthy's camp so far. Then, Chris Trapasso of the TrapSheet joins to preview the Vikings' preseason. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel.
Bumper to Bumper with Dan Barreiro!
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Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker first discuss receiver Jordan Addison's 3-game suspension and where the Vikings go from here. Is Adam Thielen an option? They also open the mailbag and answer your questions about J.J. McCarthy vs. Sam Darnold, preseason action, etc. Then Ben and Andrew are joined by ex-Vikings safety Anthony Harris to discuss his career, this year's team, Mike Zimmer vs. Brian Flores, and more.
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Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss the latest from Vikings training camp. QB J.J. McCarthy returns to the field in Saturday's preseason opener vs. the Texans. How much will he play? Who will play alongside him? What, exactly, caused a recent pause at practice when Kevin O'Connell had to intervene? And which players made Ben's initial 53-man roster projection?
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker open the mailbag and answer your Vikings questions about judging training camp performances, quarterback J.J. McCarthy's development, offensive line health, defensive dominance, cornerback depth, and more.