ESPN's Ben Goessling and 1500ESPN's Matthew Coller dig into the Vikings' upcoming matchup against Andrew Luck and the Indianapolis Colts. How have the Colts wasted some prime years from their franchise quarterback and what should concern the Vikings about facing him? Also Ben and Matthew discuss how the future looks for Sam Bradford. Is his stock rising considering his current statistics or should the Vikings still be in wait-and-see mode with their quarterback situation?

The Vikings beat the Jaguars and are still alive in the race for the playoffs -- but it wasn't pretty. Ben Goessling, Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad talk about the Vikings' win, and how an ugly one still counts in the win column. Why can't the Vikings finish more drives? It was a Kai Forbath field goal fest. They're really counting on Matt Asiata in big situations. If you were Adrian Peterson, would you be itching to get back right now? All that and more on this episode of the Purple Podcast.

ESPN's Ben Goessling along with 1500ESPN's Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad discuss Adrian Peterson's comments on Wednesday in which he admitted that he won't be returning if the Vikings are not making a playoff push. Also, should Minnesota's ownership and management encourage Mike Zimmer to not coach against Jacksonville. And do the Jaguars have a chance against the Vikings? Plus, Ben guesses Jags terrible quarterbacks of the past.

The Vikings wasted an excellent defensive performance against the Dallas Cowboys in Thursday's loss. What's next for Mike Zimmer after eye surgery? What's left for Adrian Peterson? Ben Goessling, Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad discuss on the latest episode of the Purple Podcast.

ESPN's Ben Goessling and 1500ESPN's Matthew Coller analyze the Minnesota Vikings' matchup with the Dallas Cowboys. How will the Vikings defensive line deal with the best offensive line since the '90s Cowboys? On offense, Sam Bradford keeps bringing up explosive plays, which doesn't sit well with one of the Purple Podcast hosts. And Ben runs down the Dallas Cowboys' starting quarterbacks since Troy Aikman left.

The Vikings lost on Thanksgiving and things aren't looking great for their playoff chances after getting swept by Detroit. Ben Goessling, Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad discuss the loss, as well as Sam Bradford's shortcomings surfacing. Also, Why can't Laquon Treadwell have a bigger impact? And are injuries the only thing to blame for the Vikings collapse?

ESPN's Ben Goessling and 1500ESPN's Matthew Coller look back at the last matchup between the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings and ask: What might be different this time around? How badly do the Vikings need to win on Thanksgiving Day? Ben broke the latest news on Adrian Peterson's immediate future. When will he be back? How can he help the Vikings? Matthew quizzes Ben on the hideous past of Lions quarterbacks.

ESPN's Ben Goessling, and 1500ESPN's Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad discuss the Vikings' Wild win over the Arizona Cardinals. Why was the defense better in the second half? Does the offense sorely miss Adrian Peterson? And should the league do away with Thursday night games?

ESPN's Ben Goessling and 1500ESPN's Matthew Coller discuss how badly the Vikings need to beat the Arizona Cardinals this week. Ben gives the latest on what he's hearing about Adrian Peterson's potential return and whether Peterson could save the Vikings' running game. Also, what's gone wrong with the Vikings defense recently? Will they get back on track against the Cardinals? And, Matt quizzes Ben on bad Cardinals quarterbacks of the past.

The Minnesota Vikings started 5-0 and now find themselves at 5-4 and facing many questions. ESPN's Ben Goessling joins Matthew Coller and Judd Zulgad to break down the Vikings' fourth loss in a row. Can the offensive line troubles be fixed? How much are injuries to blame? And Blair Walsh misses again.