Access Vikings

Access Vikings

Vikings reporters Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker of the Star Tribune are bringing all you football enthusiasts another way to stay connected to the purple. Consider this podcast to be similar to any Vikings season: full of ups and downs, but never boring.

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October 27, 2026 • 36 mins
The Vikings offense is still looking for a complete whistle-to-whistle performance despite the team being 6-0 after beating the Colts on Sunday. What broke down on four offensive drives for the Vikings? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker take a look at a handful of plays that led to drives stalling out as quarterback Kyler Murray and the offense continue to seek consistency.
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The Vikings are now the only undefeated team in the NFC as they moved to 6-0 on Sunday with a 16-10 win over the Indianapolis Colts. Blake Cashman led the defense in another game-winning effort sealed by Harrison Smith's 40th career interception. Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss the defensive highlights and the offense's continued need for consistency as they look toward a diff...
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Jordan Mason is technically listed as questionable for the Vikings' Week 7 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts, but all signs point to the running back playing. What will his return mean for the Vikings' run game? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss the Vikings-Colts matchup, from the Vikings having a fully-healthy offense to a potential dance battle as Colts cornerback Cam Byn...
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The Vikings return from their bye week to face a Colts team in flux after the firing of general manager Chris Ballard. As they visit the Vikings — bringing former beloved safety Cam Bynum back to town — can the Colts put their season back on track? Minnesota Star Tribune reporter Emily Leiker is joined by IndyStar Colts Insider Nathan Brown to discuss Ballard's firing, where coach Shane Steichen stands and what the on-f...
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The Vikings defense has been dominant through the first five weeks of the season. Which players deserve more widespread hype for the roles they're playing? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker break down some film from the Vikings' win over the Saints that might not have been the flashiest, but shows where and how this Vikings defense excels, highlighting players like Jalen Redmond, Eric Wilson, Isaiah R...
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Justin Jefferson reminded football fans why he's a superstar with a eye-popping touchdown grab in his homecoming. Is this Vikings offense finally settling in? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling, Emily Leiker and Chip Scoggins discuss the Vikings' 23-13 win over the Saints in New Orleans. Kyler Murray looked in control, dealing to Jefferson and a variety of receivers in the victory, and continued success by the defense a...
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As wide receivers Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison worked through injuries this week, the Vikings brought in backup: Odell Beckham Jr. Which receivers will make up the Vikings' corps vs. the Saints? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker preview Sunday's Week 5 Vikings-Saints game, when the Vikings are hoping Jefferson and Kyler Murray can get a full game of action together under their be...
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The Vikings head south to meet the New Orleans Saints, who have a short week following their Monday Night Football loss to the Atlanta Falcons. Minnesota Star Tribune reporter Emily Leiker is joined by NewOrlean.Football's Mike Triplett to discuss what went wrong for the Saints on Monday night and how they could try to get back on track versus the Vikings. How has second-year quarterback Tyler Shough improved? What's their run game...
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The Vikings remain 4-0 after a win over the Dolphins, but the boo birds were loud at U.S. Bank Stadium for quarterback Kyler Murray and the offense's struggles. But did Murray look better with a second look? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker take a look at the Vikings-Dolphins game tape to see what went wrong around Murray, how he eventually found rhythm with tight end T.J. Hockenson and how the offen...
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Kicker Will Reichard cleared five field goals to give the Vikings a 15-10 win against the Dolphins at U.S. Bank Stadium. Why couldn't the offense find the end zone? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker recap the Vikings' fourth straight win from T.J. Hockenson helping the offense find some rhythm near the end of the game to continued special teams and defensive success. What have we learne...
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The Vikings will be without star wide receiver Justin Jefferson on Sunday versus the Dolphins as he continues recovery from an ankle sprain. Can Kyler Murray and the Vikings offense find a rhythm without him? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss the biggest storylines of Week 4, what intrigues them most about Vikings-Dolphins and more.
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The Dolphins overhauled their leadership this offseason, hiring former Packers staffers Jeff Hafley and Jon-Eric Sullivan as head coach and general manager, respectively. The new regime built with faces familiar to the Vikings visits U.S. Bank Stadium in Week 4 still searching for its first win. Minnesota Star Tribune reporter Emily Leiker is joined by South Florida Sun Sentinel reporter David Furones to talk about the Dolphins' st...
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Kyler Murray finished his first full game as a Viking 15-of-29 for 168 yards with one touchdown and one interception. The performance left plenty room to grow moving forward. Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker break down some of Murray's film against the Buccaneers and discuss what went wrong and how on a variety of plays.
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The Vikings sent quarterback J.J. McCarthy, their former No. 10 overall pick, to the Giants on Monday morning in exchange for a 2027 fifth-round draft pick. What did the franchise and Kevin O'Connell learn from the rollercoaster experience with the young QB? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling and Emily Leiker break down what was said by O'Connell and general manager Nolan Teasley following the news.
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Six sacks, three field goals, two interceptions and one punt return touchdown are among the highlights on a Vikings stat sheet led by defense and special teams Sunday. Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer break down the 23-16 victory against the Buccaneers in Tampa Bay to move the Vikings to 3-0. How did Kyler Murray look in his return to game action, and what's Justin Jefferson's status after an early ...
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Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray is back after clearing concussion protocol. How will the Vikings offense look with him back holding the reins? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker preview Vikings-Bucs for Week 3. How fired up will the 0-2 Bucs, led by Baker Mayfield, be when the Vikings come to town?
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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are 0-2 after losses to the Cincinnati Bengals and Cleveland Browns. What would need to go right for them to emerge victorious when the Minnesota Vikings come to town Sunday? Minnesota Star Tribune reporter Emily Leiker is joined by Greg Auman of FOX Sports to talk about the Bucs rough start to the season, which follows quarterback Baker Mayfield receiving a big contract extension. How hot is head coach Tod...
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The Vikings' 2026 first-round draft pick, defensive lineman Caleb Banks, saw an uptick in his snaps from Week 1 to 2. How did he fare? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker break down some of his film from the Vikings' 9-3 win over the Bears. They highlight two of Banks' stronger plays and where he could improve, while looking to teammate Jalen Redmond for what one of his negative plays should look like.
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Before his exit due to a hamstring injury, Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was limited by Brian Flores' Vikings defense following an explosive Week 1 performance. Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling and Emily Leiker, plus columnist Chip Scoggins, break down the Vikings' 9-3 win on a soggy day at Soldier Field. What did players have to say about strong performances from outside linebacker Dallas Turner and running back A...
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Everyone's talking about the matchup between Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores and Bears head coach Ben Johnson, an offensive guru. Who will prevail? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker preview Week 2's Vikings-Bears matchup at Soldier Field. The Vikings will start Carson Wentz at quarterback with Kyler Murray ruled out as he continues working through concussion protocol.
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