UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast

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Ep. 116 - 4–0 Vikings: Why Are We Still Worried?

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/10/08

We're 4–0, Will Reichard is doing everyone's homework, and Rich is annoyed that T.J. Hockenson didn't score a touchdown. His fantasy team would like a word.Rich, Darren and Reece look back at the win over Miami, with Hockenson's slide causing more disagreement than you might expect. There's encouragement from his connection with Kyler Murray, a difficult Harrison Smith conversation, and concern about the offensive line after injuries to Donovan Jackson and Christian Darrisaw. We give Dallas Turner

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ep. 115 - JJ McCarthy Traded — Did the Vikings Give...

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/09/29

JJ McCarthy is a New York Giant for a fifth-round pick, and Episode 115 wastes no time arguing about it. BRD is furious at how the Vikings handled their young quarterback, TPJ can live with getting something back, Darren fears Minnesota have returned to the rented-QB carousel, and Dolphins International Fan of the Year Wayne Collard wonders how the Giants ended up paying anything at all. The panel also reviews the win over Tampa Bay, with the defense and special teams carrying an offense that still

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Ep. 114 - Flores Hates Quarterbacks — Vikings Win Ugly

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/09/24

Minnesota are 2–0 after grinding out a 9–3 win over the Bears in miserable Chicago weather, and this one belonged to Brian Flores’ defence. Tom and Darren break down Dallas Turner’s flying start, Jalen Redmond’s goal-line punch, Isaiah Rodgers’ field-goal block and Aaron Jones carrying the offense when pretty football was never really an option. They also debate whether Kevin O’Connell deserves more credit for swallowing his pride and winning ugly, before Reece checks in with a suspiciously dramatic

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Ep. 113 - Vikings Blowout Packers with 4th Qtr...

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/09/15

For a long time it was ugly, ineffective and hard to watch… Then it was all brilliant, explosive and clinical. We review the highs and lows of the Minnesota Vikings week 1 blowout win against the Packers. Then we preview the first road game of the season against Da Bears… are they good now?Join the UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club: https://www.ukvikingsfans.co.uk 📣 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ukirelandvikingsfanclub Instagram:

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Ep. 112 - Pint Punting Packers Preview

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/09/08

Real Vikings football is back, and pint punts are back too! BDR, Darren and Reece preview our week 1 matchup against the Packers and wager some pints with predictions across the season. Join the UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club: https://www.ukvikingsfans.co.uk 📣 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ukirelandvikingsfanclub Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ukvikingsfans Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ukvikingsfans X/Twitter: https://www.x.com/ukvikingsfans YouTube:

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Ep. 111 – Are The Vikings Really A Playoff Team?

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/09/02

The Vikings’ initial 53-man roster is set, and Tom and Darren have questions—especially about carrying four quarterbacks and what that might mean for JJ McCarthy. They work through the biggest surprises, from Brett Thorson winning the punting job to the thin-looking offensive line, while Darren proudly claims an entirely scientific 88% success rate on his roster prediction.Then it’s time to call every game of the 2026 season. Tampa Bay, Indianapolis and Mexico City divide opinion, but both hosts

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Ep. 110 - One Last Shot: Vikings Fight for the 53

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/08/27

TPJ and Darren are holding the fort as they review the Minnesota Vikings’ 13–3 preseason defeat to the Baltimore Ravens—and another difficult outing for J.J. McCarthy.The pair debate whether Carson Wentz has now earned the QB2 role, assess the worrying reserve offensive line and name their winners and losers from the game. Tai Felton, Jacob Thomas, Elijah Williams and Dillon Bell receive praise, while Caleb Banks and Demond Claiborne still have work to do. There is also plenty on Dallas Turner’s

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Ep. 109 – Vikings Preseason Winners & Losers: Wentz,...

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/08/19

Football is back—and one preseason game has already produced an entirely reasonable amount of Vikings panic.BDR, TPJ and Daz review Minnesota’s win over the New York Giants, with Carson Wentz strengthening his QB2 case and J.J. McCarthy struggling to silence his critics. The lads pick their five winners and losers, including Myles Price, the revamped run game, Jay Ward, Jamal Adams, Ivan Pace Jr., Ty Felton and the developing punter battle between Johnny Hekker and Brett Thorson. There is also

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Ep. 108 - Vikings 53-Man Roster Prediction

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/07/28

Training camp has arrived, which means it's time for one of our favourite annual episodes.Rich, Darren and TPJ predict the Vikings' opening 53-man roster and debate every position group from quarterback through to special teams. ⚠️ Recorded before the Jamal Adams signing. Topics include: • Full 53-man roster prediction • JJ McCarthy vs Kyler Murray • Carson Wentz's role • Harrison Smith's future • Defensive battles and pass rush depth • Offensive line predictions • Running backs and wide

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Ep. 107 - Murray or McCarthy? Vikings QB1 Debate

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/06/17

BDR is joined by Daz, TPJ and Jonathan Pye for an offseason catch-up that quickly turns into the Vikings QB1 debate: Kyler Murray or JJ McCarthy?The guys discuss Nolan Teasley’s first front-office moves, fan-club membership, the 2026 Minnesota Invasion trip, Week 2 watch parties, OTA standouts, Dylan Bell hype, Ty Felton, Caleb Banks, Brian O’Neill, Dallas Turner, Harrison Smith, Carson Wentz and the state of the roster before the summer break. The line of the show might be: “Nine starts by Week

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Ep. 106 - Minnesota’s Menagerie of Misery

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/05/12

This week we’re joined by Minnesota sports fan Kris Head as we dive into all things Minnesota sports. We discuss the latest Vikings news, the Timberwolves and Wild’s playoff campaigns, and the painful existence of the Twins. Join the UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club: https://www.ukvikingsfans.co.uk 📣 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ukirelandvikingsfanclub Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ukvikingsfans Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ukvikingsfans X/Twitter:

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Ep.105 – Our Own VP Announces NFL Draft Pick!

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/04/27

Richard "BDR" Dawson and John Macdonald join live from Pittsburgh, with Tom Parry-Jones hosting alongside Darren Hails, to break down the Minnesota Vikings' 2026 draft.The standout moment sees John – the Vikings' International Fan of the Year – step onto the NFL Draft stage to announce a pick, a huge moment for the UK & Ireland fanbase. The team also discusses Caleb Banks, Domonique "Big Citrus" Orange, Jake Golday, Jakobe Thomas, Max Bredesen, Charles Demmings and the Jonathan Greenard trade,

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Ep. 104 - Mock Draft 2026

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/04/16

It’s mock draft season! Join us as we do our round 1 mock for the 2026 draft and round up the latest Vikings news. 1️⃣ Who will the Vikings pick in round 1? 📈 Will they trade up or down 🤔 Why is everyone mocking the sa Join the UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club: https://www.ukvikingsfans.co.uk 📣 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ukirelandvikingsfanclub Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ukvikingsfans Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ukvikingsfans X/Twitter:

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Ep. 103 - Pint Punts Revisited 2

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/03/31

This week we round up the latest Vikings news and revisit our predictions made at the start of the season in our Pint Punts 2 episode. Plus a HUGE update on The Purple Pedal fundraiser!🫣 Who expected way too much from JJ McCarthy? 🦁 Who knew the Lions would be humbled? 🏆 Who got their playoff predictions VERY wrong? Join the UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club: https://www.ukvikingsfans.co.uk 📣 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ukirelandvikingsfanclub Instagram:

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Ep. 102 - New QB1: Kyler Murray signs for the Vikings

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/03/16

The Vikings have a new quarterback! John, TPJ and Reece to break down the signing of Kyler Murray and the short-term future of the QB room. 🧐 What are the details of Murray’s contract? ⏱️ When will Harrison Smith Return? 🥹 Is the Vikings front office too sentimental? Join the UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club: https://www.ukvikingsfans.co.uk 📣 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ukirelandvikingsfanclub Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ukvikingsfans Threads:

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Ep. 101 - Free Agency Day 1: Eric Wilson re-signs and...

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/03/09

Vikings international fan of the year John Macdonald joins BDR, TPJ and Reece to break down the start of free agency, the Vikings moves to get under the cap and latest acquisitions. 😎 How did John become fan of the year? 😭 Which free agents have we already missed out on? 🌟 Your end of season award winners are announced! Join the UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club: https://www.ukvikingsfans.co.uk 📣 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ukirelandvikingsfanclub Instagram:

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Bonus episode - Vikings fire GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah!

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/02/02

Get the latest news and reaction as the Minnesota Vikings have fired GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah. TPJ and Reece break down the why and the immediate knock on effect on the franchise. Join the UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club: https://www.ukvikingsfans.co.uk 📣 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ukirelandvikingsfanclub Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ukvikingsfans Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ukvikingsfans X/Twitter: https://www.x.com/ukvikingsfans YouTube:

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Ep. 99 - Inside a Pro QB’s Mind: Darnold & Vikings...

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/01/27

Darren hosts a packed episode of the UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast as the Conference Championship games deliver snow, shootouts, and controversy. We break down Patriots vs Broncos in brutal weather, before reacting to the Seahawks’ thrilling NFC Championship win over the Rams — and what Sam Darnold reaching the Super Bowl means for Vikings fans.Special guest Conor Tait, a professional quarterback and Vikings fan, joins the show to give expert insight into quarterback play,

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Ep. 98 - Keep, Trade, Cut with the Vikings roster

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/01/20

Which players should the Minnesota Vikings be keeping, trading, and cutting? TPJ and Reece recap and breakdown the divisional round playoff games and latest NFL news, before diving into the most divisive names on the Vikings roster. 🤔 Are the Vikings right to move on from Chris Kuper? 🐂 How does Sean McDermott’s firing impact the Vikings? 🐯 Which assets could be traded for Joe Burrow? Join the UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club: https://www.ukvikingsfans.co.uk 📣 Follow

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Postseason Awards Nominees + Wild Card Chaos!

UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast ·

2026/01/13

BDR (Big Deal Rich) is joined by John, TPJ, Reece and Darren for a postseason special: Wild Card weekend “around the grounds” plus the UK & Ireland Vikings Fan Club Awards you’ll vote on across socials.They break down Rams vs Panthers (Playoff Puka and Matthew Stafford late heroics), Packers vs Bears chaos featuring Caleb Williams, Bills vs Jaguars with Josh Allen taking early punishment, 49ers vs Eagles with an Eric Kendricks throwback, and a brutal Patriots vs Chargers watch. Then it’s onto

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