Purple Insider - a Minnesota Vikings and NFL podcast

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By: Matthew Coller, Bleav

Matthew Coller is joined by reporters, players, analysts and much more to break down everything Minnesota Vikings football. From discussing whether JJ McCarthy will take the Vikings to the next level to breaking down offensive line combinations to analyzing the NFC North, this podcast is for people who live and breathe football.

Let the Vikings GM search begin! (Hour 1)
Today at 2:56 AM

Matthew Coller breaks down an announcement from Minnesota Vikings ownership that they are officially beginning the search for a general manager but there's a twist... so what kind of GM should they be looking for? Also Rob Brzezinski will be in the mix. Plus Matthew's list of 5 most interesting UDFAs. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


Let the Vikings GM search begin! (Hour 2)
Today at 2:55 AM

Matthew Coller breaks down an announcement from Minnesota Vikings ownership that they are officially beginning the search for a general manager but there's a twist... so what kind of GM should they be looking for? Also Rob Brzezinski will be in the mix. Plus Matthew's list of 5 most interesting UDFAs. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


Receiver Jauan Jennings visits the Vikings (Hour 1)
Yesterday at 6:02 AM

Matthew Coller breaks down former 49ers veteran wide receiver Jauan Jennings visiting the Vikings. Plus a look at the other free agent wide receivers who might fit if he doesn't sign. And... why the Vikings got such bad draft grades. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


Receiver Jauan Jennings visits the Vikings (Hour 2)
Yesterday at 6:02 AM

Matthew Coller breaks down former 49ers veteran wide receiver Jauan Jennings visiting the Vikings. Plus a look at the other free agent wide receivers who might fit if he doesn't sign. And... why the Vikings got such bad draft grades. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


Receiver Jauan Jennings visits the Vikings (Hour 3)
Yesterday at 6:01 AM

Matthew Coller breaks down former 49ers veteran wide receiver Jauan Jennings visiting the Vikings. Plus a look at the other free agent wide receivers who might fit if he doesn't sign. And... why the Vikings got such bad draft grades. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


Jeremiah Sirles sees Caleb Banks' upside
Last Tuesday at 7:14 PM

Matthew Coller is joined by former Minnesota Viking Jeremiah Sirles to talk about the team's draft and his take on whether they nailed the Caleb Banks "risky" pick. Plus his favorite pick and the one he questioned the most. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


Chris Trapasso grades the Minnesota Vikings' draft
Last Tuesday at 1:50 AM

Matthew Coller and Chris Trapasso of DraftGradebook.com talk about Chris's grade on the Minnesota Vikings' draft. Why he liked Caleb Banks as a player, his fit for Jake Golday and the late-round pick he's most intrigued by. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


Star Tribune's Andrew Krammer breaks down Vikings draft, GM future
Last Monday at 1:51 AM

Matthew Coller is joined by the Minnesota Star Tribune's Andrew Krammer to break down the Vikings' draft. Plus, a discussion on who the next GM will be, with that decision now looming with the draft wrapped up. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


MINNESOTA VIKINGS DAY 3 DRAFT RECAP (Part 1)
Last Sunday at 3:48 AM

Matthew Coller breaks down the Minnesota Vikings' Day 3 NFL Draft selections, including a fullback, cornerback, running back and center. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


MINNESOTA VIKINGS DAY 3 DRAFT RECAP (Part 2)
Last Sunday at 3:48 AM

Matthew Coller breaks down the Minnesota Vikings' Day 3 NFL Draft selections, including a fullback, cornerback, running back and center. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


LIVE DRAFT COVERAGE: Reacting to Vikings' Day 2 moves
Last Saturday at 11:00 AM

Matthew Coller reacts to the Vikings taking Northwestern tackle Caleb Tiernan and Miami safety Jakobe Thomas with the team's final two picks of Day 2. Jonathan Harrison jumps in to discuss the experts and fans' reactions to the Vikings' Day 2 moves. Coller wraps up the show getting listener's reactions to everything that happened on Friday night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


LIVE DRAFT COVERAGE: Will Ragatz on Vikings' needs; Reacting to Golday pick, Greenard Trade
Last Saturday at 5:22 AM

To kickoff our coverage for Day 2 of the draft, Matthew Coller is joined by Vikings on SI's Will Ragatz to discuss Minnesota's needs after taking Caleb Banks with the No. 18 overall pick on Wednesday. Coller and Ragatz also discuss the best available players for Minnesota to take during Day 2. After our chat with Will, we skip ahead an hour to the Vikings' second round pick and react to the Jake Golday pick, which is quickly followed by the blockbuster trade of Jonathan Greenard to the Eagles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about...


MINNESOTA VIKINGS DRAFT COVERAGE, DAY 2
Last Saturday at 5:11 AM

Matthew Coller is live breaking down the NFL Draft pick by pick and then giving a deep dive into the Minnesota Vikings' selections. We will have a check in from TCO Performance Center and Jonathan Harrison standing by to cover the draft buzz. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


LIVE DRAFT COVERAGE: Reacting to first round; Picks 1-7
Last Friday at 4:12 AM

Matthew Coller is live breaking down the NFL Draft pick by pick and then giving a deep dive into the Minnesota Vikings' selections. We will have a check in from TCO Performance Center and Jonathan Harrison standing by to cover the draft buzz. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


LIVE DRAFT COVERAGE: Reacting to first round; Picks 8-17
Last Friday at 4:12 AM

Matthew Coller is live breaking down the NFL Draft pick by pick and then giving a deep dive into the Minnesota Vikings' selections. We will have a check in from TCO Performance Center and Jonathan Harrison standing by to cover the draft buzz. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


LIVE DRAFT COVERAGE: Vikings select Caleb Banks at No. 18; Picks 18-29
Last Friday at 4:11 AM

Matthew Coller is live breaking down the NFL Draft pick by pick and then giving a deep dive into the Minnesota Vikings' selections. We will have a check in from TCO Performance Center and Jonathan Harrison standing by to cover the draft buzz. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


LIVE DRAFT COVERAGE: Further Banks selection reaction; Picks 30-32
Last Friday at 4:11 AM

Matthew Coller is live breaking down the NFL Draft pick by pick and then giving a deep dive into the Minnesota Vikings' selections. We will have a check in from TCO Performance Center and Jonathan Harrison standing by to cover the draft buzz. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


Final Vikings draft takes and predictions before the NFL Draft (Part 1)
04/23/2026

Matthew Coller talks with Minnesota Vikings fans about their final takes before the NFL Draft begins. Fans share their predictions and opinions and Matthew reacts. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


Final Vikings draft takes and predictions before the NFL Draft (Part 2)
04/23/2026

Matthew Coller talks with Minnesota Vikings fans about their final takes before the NFL Draft begins. Fans share their predictions and opinions and Matthew reacts. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


Chris Trapasso gives his STRONG final NFL Draft takes
04/22/2026

Matthew Coller and Chris Trapasso of DraftGradebook.com give their 5 strongest NFL Draft takes and they debate whether the Vikings will draft Dillon Thieneman. Then they do a mock draft of the first 17 picks and look at the many Minnesota Vikings draft options. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


Former Viking CJ Ham deep dives into his career
04/21/2026

Matthew Coller is joined by former Minnesota Vikings fullback CJ Ham. He talks in depth about the fullback role, his favorite moments as a Viking, what makes Kevin O'Connell exceptional with his culture, and his favorite underrated Viking. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


Breaking down the Vikings' pre-draft press conferences (Part 1)
04/21/2026

Matthew Coller is joined by Dane Mizutani of the Pioneer Press to break down what Justin Jefferson had to say about working with JJ McCarthy, Kevin O'Connell talking Jonathan Greenard and Rob Brzezinski analyzing his draft strategy. Did we get any hints about how the QB situation will play out and who the Vikings will pick on Thursday? The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...


Breaking down the Vikings' pre-draft press conferences (Part 2)
04/21/2026

Matthew Coller is joined by Dane Mizutani of the Pioneer Press to break down what Justin Jefferson had to say about working with JJ McCarthy, Kevin O'Connell talking Jonathan Greenard and Rob Brzezinski analyzing his draft strategy. Did we get any hints about how the QB situation will play out and who the Vikings will pick on Thursday? The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...


Arif Hasan breaks down his NFL Draft consensus board
04/20/2026

Arif Hasan of WideLeft.football joins Matthew Coller to talk about how his consensus board applies to the Minnesota Vikings draft plans. Is Dillon Thieneman worth it for the Vikings? Is the defensive tackle class as bad as it looks? What do we do with the receivers and tackles not exactly applying to the Vikings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


Dexter Lawrence traded! What does it mean for the Vikings?!
04/20/2026

Matthew Coller analyzes the Cincinnati Bengals trading for Giants star Dexter Lawrence. Did they overpay? Should the Vikings have gotten in on the deal or was it too much for them? What's the silver lining for the Vikings? Also looking at a market-based top 16 draft picks and what it would mean for the Vikings. And several fan questions including whether the Vikings will draft a center. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


How will the NFC North draft?
04/18/2026

Matthew Coller talks with Marcus Whitman from That Franchise Guy about the draft strategy for the Minnesota Vikings, Green Bay Packers, Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions and then discusses the state of each team in a bigger perspective with Grant Bilse of The Zone in Madison, Wisconsin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


5 Vikings draft ideas that move the needle
04/17/2026

Matthew Coller presents five realistic NFL Draft ideas to Manny Hill and asks him how much idea moves the needle. Play it safe with Oregon's Dillon Thieneman? Make a big trade for Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence? Pick a wide receiver early? Swing big for the future? The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


How will teams before the Vikings approach the draft?
04/17/2026

Bob Sturm of The Ticket in Dallas joins Matthew Coller to talk about how the Dallas Cowboys and other teams that pick right before the Minnesota Vikings are expected to handle the draft and how that may impact the Vikings? Could the Cowboys steal Dillon Thieneman? And what have we learned about draft theory that applies here? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


Dane Brugler's Vikings mock crushes, Kiper Jr.'s disappoints (Part 1)
04/16/2026

Matthew Coller talks about how two of the biggest NFL Draft analysts on the planet Dane Brugler of The Athletic and Mel Kiper Jr. of ESPN mocked the Minnesota Vikings' draft picks. Brugler went all seven rounds and gave the Vikings a pretty awesome mock while Kiper Jr.'s left a lot to be desired. What would either outcome mean for the Vikings? What's on our minds as we are only a few days away from the draft? The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted...


Dane Brugler's Vikings mock crushes, Kiper Jr.'s disappoints (Part 2)
04/16/2026

Matthew Coller talks about how two of the biggest NFL Draft analysts on the planet Dane Brugler of The Athletic and Mel Kiper Jr. of ESPN mocked the Minnesota Vikings' draft picks. Brugler went all seven rounds and gave the Vikings a pretty awesome mock while Kiper Jr.'s left a lot to be desired. What would either outcome mean for the Vikings? What's on our minds as we are only a few days away from the draft? The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted...


Which top 10 team could trade down with the Vikings?
04/15/2026

Matthew Coller and Chris Trapasso of DraftGradebook.com analyze a report from Jordan Schultz that top 10 teams in the NFL Draft are trying to trade down. Could the Minnesota Vikings trade up with someone and land a pick like Jeremiyah Love or Caleb Downs? Plus 2000s comps for current NFL Draft picks Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


How can the Vikings create buzz in the NFL Draft?
04/15/2026

Matthew Coller talks with Will Ragatz of Vikings on SI about the Minnesota Vikings' plans for the NFL Draft. Is there a way that Rob Brzezinski can "win" the draft? Will talks us into it along with trade-up scenarios and Matthew makes the case for the Vikings selecting an offensive tackle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


How much can the Vikings help Kyler Murray in the draft? (Part 1)
04/14/2026

Matthew Coller talks two notable visits to the Minnesota Vikings. Running back Emmett Johnson from Nebraska and wide receiver Jeff Caldwell from Cincinnati. Let's do a draft simulation where the Vikings try to help Kyler Murray. Plus there is a report that the Vikings could go after a cornerback who requested a trade. Also Matthew re-watched the 1998 NFL Draft. Some takeaways there. And a Rueben Bain report that might have some relevance on draft night. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an...


How much can the Vikings help Kyler Murray in the draft? (Part 2)
04/14/2026

Matthew Coller talks two notable visits to the Minnesota Vikings. Running back Emmett Johnson from Nebraska and wide receiver Jeff Caldwell from Cincinnati. Let's do a draft simulation where the Vikings try to help Kyler Murray. Plus there is a report that the Vikings could go after a cornerback who requested a trade. Also Matthew re-watched the 1998 NFL Draft. Some takeaways there. And a Rueben Bain report that might have some relevance on draft night. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an...


Is the running back class really THAT bad?
04/13/2026

Matthew Coller talks with SI On NFL Draft analyst Justin Melo about his running back rankings. Would it make sense for the Vikings to trade up to take Jeremiyah Love? Where should Jadarian Price go? Who's the third best running back in this class? Plus two running backs that Justin really likes the fit with the Minnesota Vikings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


College analyst breaks down safe and risky draft prospects for Vikings
04/11/2026

Matthew Coller talks with Max Chadwick of the Preferred Walk On podcast about the top players who are being mocked to the Minnesota Vikings in the draft. Max breaks down the safest picks like Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman and Clemson's Peter Woods and the biggest risks like Florida's Caleb Banks and Oregon's Kenyon Sadiq. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


Vikings looking at Day 2 receivers?!?!?!? (Part 1)
04/10/2026

Matthew Coller talks about a run of visits that the Vikings have had from projected Day 2 wide receivers. Let's have a closer look. Is that a good idea? Plus an NFL.com mock draft that does a very good job of handling the Vikings' needs. Plus looking at old Purple Insider opinions about the Vikings' drafts. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


Vikings looking at Day 2 receivers?!?!?!? (Part 2)
04/10/2026

Matthew Coller talks about a run of visits that the Vikings have had from projected Day 2 wide receivers. Let's have a closer look. Is that a good idea? Plus an NFL.com mock draft that does a very good job of handling the Vikings' needs. Plus looking at old Purple Insider opinions about the Vikings' drafts. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


Examining 4 Vikings NFL Draft approaches with Emily Leiker
04/09/2026

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Fresh NFL Mock Draft ideas for the Vikings (Part 1)
04/09/2026

Matthew Coller talks about how the NFL universe is still mock drafting Oregon S Dillon Thieneman in every draft but a few rogue analysts have other ideas. Who are the most interesting other players mocked to the Minnesota Vikings? Let's have a look and then chat draft and more. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.