Welcome to Purple & Gold 4 Days with Justin Day, a Vikings 1st & SKOL production. In this episode, we dive into the latest happenings in Vikings football. We start by praising the outstanding performance of Harrison Smith, who brought back memories of his 2017 season. With 14 tackles and three sacks, Smith's contribution to the defense cannot be overlooked. We also give credit to D.J. Wonnum for stepping up and making impactful plays on the field.

Moving on, we discuss the concerns surrounding Kirk Cousins and whether he is hitting the age cliff. Despite leading the league in passing yards, Cousins has shown some inconsistencies and has struggled with accuracy. We analyze his performance and ponder the potential impact on the team.

The defense takes center stage as we highlight their impressive performance against Carolina, holding them to just six points. We acknowledge that it was against a struggling team but commend the defense for their dominance. We recognize the contributions of Marcus Davenport and the overall improvement of the defensive line.

Looking ahead, we preview the upcoming game against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. We emphasize the importance of a strong offensive performance and the need for Cousins to have the game of his life. We discuss the challenges the team will face against a formidable opponent and the need for the defense to continue their solid play.

Finally, we touch on the topic of tanking versus taking a step back. We clarify the difference and explain that making strategic moves to maximize assets is not the same as tanking. We discuss the potential trade options for the Vikings and the importance of making smart decisions for the future.

FAN WITH US!!! Justin Day @jday_24 with Dave Stefano @Luft_Krigare producing this Vikings 1st & SKOL production. Podcasts partnered with Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN and Fans First Sports Network’s NFL feed @FFSN_NFL. “By Fans, For Fans”… Tune in to Purple & Gold 4 Days!

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