Welcome to the Minnesota Vikings Podcast. Vikings Legend Robert Smith joins Tatum Everett and Gabe Henderson this week from Vikings Training Camp to give his assessment on the importance of the upcoming preseason games in the coming weeks (2:34), what coaches are looking for in each of these games (5:44), Robert's exciting announcement (11:40), and the battle in the running back room (22:45).  All of this and more is in Episode 158 of the Minnesota Vikings podcast.

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Welcome back to the Minnesota Vikings Podcast. Running back Alexander Mattison joins (17:37) Tatum Everett and Gabe Henderson to discuss all of the monumental changes he's seen over the past year. Between working with a new coaching staff, changing his jersey number, being in the final year of his Vikings contract, plus the prospect of being a new father in the very near future, Alexander discusses the positive outlook for his future and the excitement he feels with his position group to get out and showcase their skills.  Gabe, Tatum and Producer Jay Nelson also discuss the reality of the preseason kicking in (0:45), the continued leadership steps Kirk Cousins is taking this preseason (3:15), who's going to step up in the absence of Irv Smith Jr. this preseason (6:15), and all of the fun activations in the upcoming days of Vikings Training Camp (32:09). All of this and more is in Episode 157 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast.

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Rookie CB Andrew Booth Jr. joins Gabe Henderson and Tatum Everett on this episode of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast. Andrew addresses the change in mentality between college and the pros, the 'mind-over-matter' concept in overcoming injuries, the vibe with the others in his position room and his goals on succeeding during Training Camp. Gabe and Tatum also discuss the Vikings who landed on the "Top 25 Under 25 list" and how fans can get their tickets to enjoy the fun days of Training Camp. All of this and more is in Episode 156 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast.

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Assistant Director of Player Performance, Derik Keyes, joins Tatum Everett and Gabe Henderson to talk about the state of the Vikings Strength and Conditioning Department, the infectious nature of positive motivation, being on the cutting edge of player performance, working with motivated veteran players, and focusing everyone's goals to win a Super Bowl. Gabe, Tatum and Producer Jay Nelson also review their most underrated "talkers" going into Training Camp next week. All of this and more is in Episode 155 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast.

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Welcome to Episode 154 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast. Executive Director of Player Health & Performance Tyler Williams joins Gabe Henderson and Tatum Everett to discuss his philosophies behind maximizing player performances and keeping your favorite athletes on the field week-in-and-week-out. From the weight room and nutrition bar to utilizing the latest in sports science, Tyler explains the methods behind his process. Tatum Everett and Producer Jay Nelson also break down the latest ESPN discussion on where Dalvin Cook ranks in the league, while also previewing the latest hometown reporter, Jamie Erdahl, stepping into the big chair for NFL Network.  All of this and more is on Episode 154 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast.

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Assistant Defensive Backs/Safeties coach Roy Anderson joins Gabe Henderson and Tatum Everett on Episode 153 of the Minnesota Vikings podcast. Roy opens up about transitioning into the new coaching staff, learning Ed Donatell's defensive scheme, working with the veterans while coaching up his new players and gives a glimpse into Draft night when the Vikings chose Lewis Cine with their 1st round pick. Tatum and Producer Jay Nelson also sit down to talk about all of the news leading into the 4th of July break, including: Lindsey Young's viral tweet on Brian O'Neil and the recent preseason ranking of the 2022 Vikings Secondary.

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Welcome back to the Minnesota Vikings Podcast. We continue our series this summer introducing our listeners to members of the Minnesota Vikings coaching staff. This time Tatum Everett and Gabe Henderson meet up with Assistant Quarterbacks coach Jerrod Johnson to talk about his ties to Texas A & M, his past experiences in playing quarterback, coaching from high school to the NFL, methods to reaching out to differing learning styles and more.  Tatum Everett and Producer Jay Nelson also discuss Kevin Siefert's ESPN+ article looking at who he thinks will make the 53-man roster after the dust settles at 2022 Training Camp. All of this and more is on Episode 152 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast.

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Welcome back to the Minnesota Vikings Podcast. We continue our series this summer introducing our listeners to members of the Minnesota Vikings coaching staff. This time Tatum Everett and Gabe Henderson meet up with Assistant Quarterbacks coach Jerrod Johnson to talk about his ties to Texas A & M, his past experiences in playing quarterback, coaching from high school to the NFL, methods to reaching out to differing learning styles and more.  Tatum Everett and Producer Jay Nelson also discuss Kevin Siefert's ESPN+ article looking at who he thinks will make the 53-man roster after the dust settles at 2022 Training Camp. All of this and more is on Episode 152 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast.

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Special Teams Assistant Coach Ben Kotwica joins Tatum Everett, Gabe Henderson and Producer Jay Nelson this week on the podcast. "Coach K" (sorry Gabe) has used his experiences growing up in Chicago, attending West Point, flying Apache helicopters and more to help navigate his way through his NFL career. He shares what gives him his motivation at this stage professionally and what he looks forward to most with this 2022 Vikings squad. Tatum, Gabe and Jay also discuss the latest Colin Cowherd hot take, plus preview some of the other great content we have coming up in the next few weeks. The players may be enjoying some R & R, but there is still plenty to talk about on Episode 151 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast.

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Special Teams Assistant Coach Ben Kotwica joins Tatum Everett, Gabe Henderson and Producer Jay Nelson this week on the podcast. "Coach K" (sorry Gabe) has used his experiences growing up in Chicago, attending West Point, flying Apache helicopters and more to help navigate his way through his NFL career. He shares what gives him his motivation at this stage professionally and what he looks forward to most with this 2022 Vikings squad. Tatum, Gabe and Jay also discuss the latest Colin Cowherd hot take, plus preview some of the other great content we have coming up in the next few weeks. The players may be enjoying some R & R, but there is still plenty to talk about on Episode 151 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast.

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