Matthew Coller of Purple Insider joins The Viking Age Podcast to break down the Minnesota Vikings' biggest storylines heading into the 2026 season.

Chris Schad and Matthew discuss the quarterback battle between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy, the early impact of new general manager Nolan Teasley, expectations for the Vikings' rookie class, Harrison Smith's future, and whether this roster has what it takes to contend in the NFC.

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The Minnesota Vikings have wrapped up mandatory mini-camp, and now it's time to separate the real storylines from the offseason hype.

On this episode of The Viking Age Podcast, Chris Schad and Adam Patrick play Buy or Sell with some of the biggest Vikings topics coming out of mini-camp, including:

🔹 Is there really a quarterback competition between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy?

🔹 Are the Vikings already set on their Week 1 starter?

🔹 Will the revamped offensive line finally take a step forward?

🔹 Is Harrison Smith actually coming back for the 2026 season?

🔹 Can Damon Claiborne live up to the "Diet Jahmyr Gibbs" comparisons?

🔹 Should Vikings fans be excited about Dillon Bell and Jake Golday?

🔹 Are the Vikings' wide receivers really comparable to the Golden State Warriors?

Plus, we discuss which mini-camp reactions are worth paying attention to—and which ones fans should probably ignore until training camp begins.

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Is the J.J. McCarthy era with the Minnesota Vikings already coming to an end before it truly begins?

The Viking Age's Chris Schad and Adam Patrick break down the latest Minnesota Vikings quarterback drama after recent comments from NFL insider Tom Pelissero sparked speculation that the Vikings may already be preparing to move on from J.J. McCarthy in favor of veteran quarterback Kyler Murray.

Could the Vikings actually trade McCarthy? Has the QB competition already been decided before minicamp? And what does all of this say about Kevin O'Connell's vision for the future of the franchise?

The Viking Age's Chris Schad and Adam Patrick break down the surprising decision by the Minnesota Vikings to hire Nolan Teasley as the franchise's new general manager and what the move means for the future of the organization.

The guys discuss why the Vikings passed on Rob Brzezinski, how Teasley's background with the Seattle Seahawks could impact Minnesota's roster-building strategy, and what expectations fans should have moving forward.

Plus, Chris and Adam dive into the latest Vikings OTA storylines, including the quarterback "competition" between J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray, early practice observations, and whether fans should take OTA performances seriously.

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The NFL Draft is officially coming to Minnesota in 2028! TVA's Chris Schad and Adam Patrick react to the huge news, discuss what it means for Minnesota Vikings fans, and why Minneapolis could be the perfect host city.

The guys also break down Kevin O’Connell’s growing influence in the Vikings’ ongoing GM search, debate whether the Kyler Murray vs. J.J. McCarthy “QB competition” is actually real, and go game-by-game predicting Minnesota’s 2026 schedule.

Plus:

Vikings GM search updates

Kyler Murray expectations

J.J. McCarthy’s future

Packers, Lions & Bears talk

Mexico City vs. the 49ers

and MORE!

SKOL!

The Minnesota Vikings are officially honoring Adrian Peterson with a spot in the team’s Ring of Honor... but should they?

The Viking Age's Chris Schad and Adam Patrick break down Peterson’s legendary Vikings career, the controversy surrounding his off-field history, and whether the franchise made the right decision.

The guys also react to the Vikings' recent decision to sign veteran WR Jauan Jennings, discuss what his arrival means for Jordan Addison and the offense, and debate whether Jennings is truly just a WR3.

Plus, Kevin O’Connell’s latest comments on the Vikings’ GM search and a quarterback "competition" that raises even more questions about the team’s future.

NFL.com’s Eric Edholm joins The Viking Age Podcast to explain why he ranked the Minnesota Vikings 28th in his post-draft power rankings. TVA's Chris Schad asks Edholm about Minnesota’s outlook, the uncertainty around the NFC North, and whether the Vikings are being underestimated heading into the 2026 season.

They also break down the Vikings’ 2026 NFL Draft class, including first-round pick Caleb Banks, Jake Golday, Caleb Tiernan, Jakobe Thomas, Charles Demmings, Max Bredeson, Domonique “Big Citrus” Orange, and Demond Claiborne.

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The Minnesota Vikings are officially kicking off their GM search, but is Rob Brzezinski already the favorite?

Plus, the Vikings trade Jonathan Greenard to the Eagles, Dallas Turner’s future gets even more interesting, and the 2026 NFL Draft may have revealed some major clues about where this franchise is headed next.

Chris Schad and Adam Patrick break down the latest Vikings news, including the GM search, Greenard trade reaction, Jordan Addison concerns, draft takeaways, and what it all says about Kevin O’Connell, Brian Flores, and the team’s long-term direction.

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