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Matthew Coller of Purple Insider is also a very close follower of the Lynx and he joins Chad for two segments on a quick playoff exit for the top-seeded Lynx and a little on the latest Vikings news before Chad reacts to audio from Pete Hegseth today that we wish was a parody but, sadly, is the real thing.
Matthew Coller of Purple Insider, and close follower of the Lynx, gives his take on why the Lynx short playoff run went so badly and shares the news of the day from Kevin O'Connell and the Vikings.
Guests for Chad today include Wednesday regular Rena Sarigianopoulos of KARE 11 and Matthew Coller of Purple Insider, though today on the quick playoff exit from the Minnesota Lynx. We also discuss the family of Harper Moyski considering a lawsuit against YouTube, sexual assault problems at Cornell University, Pete Hegseth sounding like a parody of himself and more.
Fresh off the news that the Vikings have traded QB JJ McCarthy for a 5th round pick, Matthew Coller of Purple Insider joins Chad to open the show breaking down the trade, details where the Vikings failed, and call out the fatal flaws in JJ's game.
The show opens reacting to the breaking news of Vikings QB JJ McCarthy being traded to the Giants with Matthew Coller of Purple Insider joining Chad for the conversation. Later, Chad crushes the Trump administration for the new ads praising the president and paid for with taxpayer money.
The full show today features plenty on the JJ McCarthy trade as Chad gets into it with Matthew Coller and Rich Gannon along with checking into press conferences featuring Vikings GM Nolan Teasley and coach Kevin O'Connell. We also have Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated with Susie Jones, a good conversation with Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and much more!
Henry talks with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider about the matchup this weekend vs. Tampa Bay, Carson Wentz being the right call, could Aaron Jones really sit, has the NFC North shifted, the advantage Brian Flores has with the defense, and more.
This hour Henry says the only thing worse than a politician that lies is one that won't answer a question directly, he talks Vikings with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.
Purple Insider founder Matthew Coller joins Chad for two great segments on the Vikings, offering reaction to the win in Chicago and what's up next against Tampa with Kyler Murray back as starting QB.
Matthew Coller of Purple Insider gives two segments of excellent stuff on the Vikings before Chad reacts to the story of St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her dropping SPPD for her security detail.
A shortened show today gives Chad two hours to talk about leaf peeping, Walz admitting some fault on fraud, visits with Rena Sarigianopoulos and Matthew Coller and more!
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider about the Vikings Quarterback conundrum, Jordan Mason's injury, the potential neutralizer in Chicago, Ben Johnson vs. Brian Flores, and more.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs go "Around the NFL", Steve talks Vikings and more NFL with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider, plus we have Bite of the Night.
Chad's guests today include Adam Carter for Ask Adam Anything, Dean Phillips in studio on politics, Vikings talk with Matthew Coller and our regular Tuesday visit with Jamie Yuccas. Plus, what do we do about the high costs of free school meals and security for Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty?
It's an hour of politics and football! Chad spends two segments with Dean Phillips joining in studio before transitioning to the Vikings over two segments with Purple Insider founder Matthew Coller.
Tremendous Vikings insight as always from Matthew Coller of Purple Insider as he joins Chad to talk about the good and bad from the victory over Green Bay and what lies ahead Sunday against the Bears.
Dave Schwartz (in for Henry Lake) talks with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider about the season opener Sunday vs. Green Bay, how Harrison Smith's return came to be, Kyler Murray's chemistry with Justin Jefferson, JJ McCarthy's fall, biggest questions facing this team and more.
This hour Dave Schwartz (in for Henry Lake) talks Minnesota Vikings season opener and more NFL with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider, he chats up with Gopher football legend Pete Najarian about the season opening win over Eastern Illinois and their matchup this weekend vs. Mississippi St., Minnesota Lynx Radio Broadcaster Sloane Martin joins the show and we have Bite of the Night.
The Green Bay Packers have questions along the offensive line, while Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores is known for dialing up pressure more so than anyone else in the NFL. So, how does it play out Sunday afternoon at U.S. Bank Stadium. Vikings beat reporter Matthew Coller -- from Purple Insider -- joins the show to talk about everything from quarterback Kyler Murray to wide receiver Justin Jefferson to how the Micah Parsons-less Packers defense will fare against a strong Vikings' offensive line. Oh, and Marques makes his official 2026 NFL Season Predictions. Yes, the Packers make the playoffs. Yes, they win a playoff game. But do they win the Super Bowl?! (Tune in!)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matthew Coller (in for Henry Lake) talks with Daniel House from Gophers Guru about their season opener Thursday night vs. Eastern Illinois, what are realistic expectations, what they need to do to be successful this season and more.
This hour Matthew Coller (in for Henry Lake) discusses football season is here, the real reason JJ McCarthy didn't win the starting QB job, and he chats up Daniel House from Gophers Guru about their season opener Thursday night vs. Eastern Illinois.
Matthew Coller (in for Henry Lake) talks with Brandon Warne from Access Twins about the Twins loss to Detroit Wed. night, early impressions of Walker Jenkins, where are we with Royce Lewis, Derek Shelton's influence and more.
Matthew Coller (in for Henry Lake) talks with Carmen Vitali from FOX Sports Radio about her love for the NFC North, who she likes this season, and more.
This hour Matthew Coller (in for Henry Lake) discusses speculation of Kevin O'Connell being on the hot seat,he talks with FOX Sports Radio host Carmen Vitali about the NFC North, plus we have This Day In Sports History. in final segment
This hour Matthew Coller (in for Henry Lake) discusses a pro0 sports deal he sees as worse than the Herschel Walker trade, what expectations do we have for Gopher football, he talks Twins and more MLB with local baseball writer Brandon Warne plus we have Bite of the Night.
Henry talks with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider about training camp wrapping up, why Friday's game vs. Denver is critically important for JJ McCarthy, what rookies have made an impact so far and more.
This hour Henry wonders what is the protocol when someone's baggage goes missing at the airport nowadays, Lake talks Minnesota Vikings and more NFL with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.
Henry talks with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider about the Vikings joint practices vs. Ravens, expectations for this weekend's preseason game, Dallas Turner's development, a toughest part of the NFL preseason, and more.
This hour Henry says even though he's a WNBA and Catilin Clark fan, ONLY Caitlin Clark fans are insufferable, he talks Vikings and NFL with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.
Mike Schopp and Matthew Coller evaluate the Minnesota Vikings' quarterback competition and the shift toward joint practices over traditional preseason games. They also discuss the backfield's fantasy football potential and react to the Buffalo Bills signing defensive tackle Greg Gaines.
Matthew Coller of Purple Insider checks in on the Vikings after their preseason opener, with the latest on the QBs, Jamal Adams, and other positions to watch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Henry talks with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider about Kyler Murray being named QB1, what's next for JJ McCarthy, was it a true competition, how the messages were relayed via media, Caleb Banks development, Demond Claiborne, and more.
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Former Congressman Dean Phillips joins Chad out of the gate to begin the show. Later, Susie Jones stops in for Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated, Chad shares some Swift Takes!, Matthew Coller joins to talk Vikings and Lynx, and much more!
Purple Insider founder Matthew Coller joins Chad with reaction to the QB play and more from Vikings training camp as well as excellent analysis of continued mostly excellent play from the Lynx.
Matthew Coller of Purple Insider joins Chad for two segments on the Vikings and Lynx before Chad calls out the lunacy of the few hundred youth that took over areas of downtown Minneapolis and 35W on their scooters late Saturday night.
In the 2nd hour of The Nielson Show with Lt.Eric, the guys are joined by Matthew Coller to continue their NFL coverage with today being focused on the Minnesota Vikings! Who wins that QB battle? Then it's the Play Alberta Early Bird Bet before the break. Then it's our CFKL Analyst Chris Streveler joins us to discuss the Elks vs Roughriders game, the West Standings, and preview of Week 10! And to end the hour, it's Spectrum Rent-All Weekly Confessions
We are back in the swing of the Minnesota Vikings Training Camp - so we bring on our guy - Matthew Coller - the Purple Insider himself to recap a busy week of Vikings news from Brian O'Neill being resigned, signing Jamal Adams, breaking down the first two days of reps between Kyler Murray and JJ McCarthy and we even get into some WNBA talk as well!
Fresh out of the gate we discussed the sexual harassment situation among St Paul Koahly Her and the relationship with leaders in St Paul going forward. Also talked Vikings with Matthew Coller, Lynx talk with Charles Hallman. Josh has the Headlines and On this Day in Sports History and a puzzling Bite of the Night!
In the 1st episode of the NFL Spotlight Season Preview Series, Ari Meirov is joined by Vikings Insider Matthew Coller to talk all things happening in Minnesota. Coller breaks down what could be the fallout from the Kyler Murray/J.J. McCarthy QB battle, how the team will overcome the loss of Jonathan Greenard, whether Harrison Smith will end up playing or not & a whole lot more! 00:00 - Cold Open 00:56 - Matthew Coller joins the show 02:09 - Firing Kwesi Adofo-Mensah & 2025 QB Chaos 03:53 - Hiring GM Nolan Teasley 05:59 - Front Office Alignment & Coaching Staff Draft Input 11:41 - The Kyler Murray vs. J.J. McCarthy Quarterback Competition 17:09 - Trade Scenarios for the Losing Quarterback 21:56 - Justin Jefferson's Leadership & Contract Future 27:34 - Running Game Blueprint: Jordan Mason & Aaron Jones 31:23 - Harrison Smith's Status 35:53 - Dallas Turner's Breakout & Replacing Jonathan Greenard 39:49 - Interior Defensive Line 43:21 - What Defines a Successful 2026 Season? NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It has been a while since sports and entertainment attorney Steve Silton has been on the show. He and Henry catch up on their Summer activities, dig into the Senate Primary race between Angie Craig and Peggy Flanagan, discuss the impact of Kyle Shanahan's auto accident, and break some news with a fellow Lake Night regular.
During Henry Lake's interview with Steve Silton, news broke that free agent safety Jamal Adams would join the Vikings. Who else would we call but Purple Insider's Matthew Coller to break down the move?
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Which NFL teams have the most intriguing storylines ahead of Training Camp? Producer Jonathan Lowe gives his list to Matthew Coller. After that, our host explains his enthusiasm for the new movie, "The Odyssey".
Star Tribune reporter Chris Hine joins Matthew Coller to discuss the potential for LeBron James to come to Minnesota for next season. Then, has Caitlin Clark's stellar collegiate reputation actually hurt her WNBA career?
"The Odyssey" will be on big screens across the world Friday. Matthew Coller is excited to not only see the film, but do it at the theater. He talks about why it might be time to go back to one for the first time since COVID.
Matthew Coller (in for Henry Lake) talks with Minnesota Lynx Radio Broadcaster Sloane Martin about the recent hot stretch, Olivia Miles ankle injury, what makes her so special, issues they will have when Napheesa Collier returns and more.
This hour Matthew Coller (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss the current state of the world and will it let up, the World Cup has been pure drama, and Coller talks Lynx and WNBA with Sloane Martin.
This hour Matthew Coller (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss the laziest sports cliches during the summer, and Coller chats up WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer about the extreme heat alert, the air quality alert, BWCA.
This hour Matthew Coller (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss the state and prospects of the Minnesota Vikings, and Coller talks Twins and MLB with team Beat Reporter Bobby Nightingale from the Minnesota Star Tribune.