Skol Stories

Welcome back to Skol Stories. This week Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich welcome Vikings Legend Carlester Crumpler to the show.  Carlester looks back on his time with the Vikings and the extremely talented roster he joined in 1999, the impact of seeing his father's experience as a professional athlete, the need to give back to his home city of Greenville, NC, the lessons learned in football that have impacted the rest of his business career, and the full circle impact from a chance meeting during his playing days with current Vikings Head Coach Kevin O'Connell.  All of this and more is in today’s episode of Skol Stories.

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Welcome back to Skol Stories. This week Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich welcome Vikings Legend Mike Harris to the show. Mike looks back on his time growing up in California, his favorite memories playing for both the Chargers and Vikings, the unfortunate health scare that pointed his life in a new direction, the experience of being a new dad, the ability to instill his football passion into the next generation by coaching at the collegiate level, and the joy of staying connected to the NFL by working for the league. All of this and more is in today’s episode of Skol Stories.

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Welcome back to Skol Stories. This week Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich welcome in Vikings Legend Mistral Raymond to the show. Mistral talks about how local support through tough times helped lift him to achieve his dreams, the growth of his love for travel which began at a young age, the impact of Harrison Smith from day one with the organization, advice for young players in today’s league, and his appreciation for the Vikings Legends program keeping everyone connected long after their playing days are over. All of this and more is in today’s episode of Skol Stories.

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Welcome back to another edition of Skol Stories. Hosts Pete Bercich and Mark Rosen welcome Vikings Legend Anthony Herrera to the show. Anthony looks back on his journey immigrating to the United States as a child, the moment in high school he knew he had a chance to do something special in college, the influence of former Vikings Head Coach Mike Tice on his NFL career, the incredible 2009 season, and the process of reconnecting with the game of football after retiring from the NFL. All of this and more is in this edition of Skol Stories.

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Welcome back to another edition of Skol Stories. Host Pete Bercich welcomes Vikings Legend Ifeadi Odenigbo to the show. Ifeadi recants how strong academics and a track background propelled him to help build something special at Northwestern, his welcome to the NFL moment from Linval Joseph, the lessons learned throughout his NFL journey, and exploring the world with close friends Eric Wilson and Danielle Hunter. All of this and more is in this edition of Skol Stories.

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Welcome back to another edition of Skol Stories.  Hosts Pete Bercich and Mark Rosen welcome Vikings Legend Anthony Barr to the show.  Anthony reflects on his journey from California to Minnesota, the life lessons learned along the way, the leadership displayed by Harrison Smith and Eric Wilson, the importance of continuing his Raise The Barr foundation, and the process of transitioning into a post football lifestyle. All of this and more is in this edition of Skol Stories.

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Welcome back to another edition of Skol Stories. Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich welcome Vikings Legendary defensive tackle Chris Hovan to the show. Chris chronicles his football journey from Ohio to the NFL and beyond by looking back on his days learning from a host of football legends, including Monte Kiffin, Paul Wiggin, Dennis Green, John Randle, Kevin Williams and more. Plus, Chris also talks about a memorable moment at Vikings Training Camp with WWE superstar Brock Lesnar. All of this and more is in this edition of Skol Stories.

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Welcome back to another edition of Skol Stories. Vikings Legend Robert Grifiith joins Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich to talk about finding purpose after your professional football career comes to a close. Robert showcases the learning process surrounding his new business, applying a football mindset in life’s daily challenges, the importance of finding happiness in your life after football, trying to cut out the noise when focusing on your goals, and the importance of creating meaningful relationships throughout your life. All of this and more is in this edition of Skol Stories. Be sure to check out Robert’s upcoming NFL licensed bag line at [https://xooxbag.com](https://xooxbag.com)

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Welcome back to another edition of Skol Stories. Vikings Legendary Kicker Fuad Reveiz catches up with Mark Rosen and Pete Bercich to look back on his life's journey to the NFL and beyond. Fuad talks about the circumstances surrounding his move to the United States from Columbia, the importance of working with Tennessee coach Johnny Majors, his dream of making it to the NFL, the evolution of kicking in today's game, and the joy of watching his grandkids playing youth football.  All of this and more is in this edition of Skol Stories.

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Welcome back to another edition of Skol Stories. Host Pete Bercich welcomes in Pro Football Hall of Fame Finalist and Vikings Ring Of Honor member Kevin Williams. Kevin looks back on his memorable draft day experience, the influence of Coach George O'Leary, why the mystique of Vikings defensive line play was so impactful and Kevin's reaction to being named a finalist this year.  All of this and more is in this edition of Skol Stories.

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