It’s sports with a twist this week.  Eric and Larry use this episode of the show (taped in the Twin Cities suburbs) to take a breather from athletics and recap Tuesday’s historic election.  What are their thoughts?  Then, it’s back to the games, with a deep look into the Vikings defeat versus Detroit.  The guys weigh in and get reactions from all corners (Adam Thielen, Kyle Rudolph, and Brian Robison of MIN; Eric Ebron of DET; Darryl Johnston of FOX Sports).  Plus, the Gophers, Timberwolves, and the rest of the NFL were all making headlines this week.

Describing History at the Top

Segment 1: This week went well beyond the world of Sports.  Our hosts start this week off by talking about the stunning upset in the 2016 Presidential election.  Where do we go from here now that Donald Trump has become the President-Elect?  And is it a good idea for athletes to publicly say their political stances?

A Sinking Ship?  The Vikings Suffer Another Loss

Segment 2: The Vikings had their issues against the Lions last Sunday.  The fellas go over some of the problems that the team’s injuries have created.  Are the Lions a true contender in the NFC North?

Grander Sights for the Gophers & the Wolves Keep Plugging Away

Segment 3: The Gopher football team is still in the Big Ten West hunt.  Can they take advantage over the next three games and grab a surprising division title?  Then, the Timberwolves get their first road win of the season.  But why is this young roster struggling during the early part of the season?

The Players Speak Up: GDG Gets Reaction from Sunday’s Game

Segment 4: You’ve heard our reaction to Sunday’s Vikings-Lions contest.  But how about a player’s perspective.  We get that when the fellas chat with Vikings TE Kyle Rudolph, WR Adam Thielen, and DE Brian Robison.  Plus, there’s some upbeat analysis from Detroit TE Eric Ebron.

The Moose Is Loose: GDG Talks with FOX Sports Analyst Darryl Johnston

Segment 5: There’s one more angle that could be considered in breaking down the Vikings-Lions game…the booth.  FOX Sports analyst Darryl Johnston was on the call, and he breaks down the game, along with the Vikings’ recent skid.

Another CenturyLink Controversy; The Newest Twins are Here

Segment 6: What is it about Seattle?  Eric and Larry look at yet another controversial Primetime NFL game in the Emerald City.  And the Twins’ new braintrust is now running the show.  What do Derek Falvey and Thad Levine need to do to turn the franchise’s fortunes around?