Purple Daily - A Minnesota Vikings Podcast TRENCHES: How FIXABLE are Minnesota Vikings offensive problems?
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Sep 17, 2025 
Former NFL offensive lineman and Minnesota Viking Alex Boone joins Phil Mackey to dissect the team's offensive line struggles. They reveal that JJ McCarthy isn’t the main issue, but the offensive line is a mess. Boone explains what caused the breakdowns, highlighting technical mistakes in blocking. The discussion shifts to promising solutions, including the potential return of Christian Darrisaw. Tune in for insights on how the Vikings can repair their offensive woes and get back on track.
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Boone's Youth Coaching Memory
- Alex Boone recounted coaching young youth teams and saving wristbands from championships.
- He described building playbooks from third grade and feeling bitter when he was later removed as coach.
Left Tackle Absence Magnifies Line Problems
- Missing Christian Darrisaw magnifies OL issues and forces constant worry on the left side.
- Lack of that anchor turns manageable pressure into game-changing sacks and disrupts playcalling.
Under-Snapped Line Shows In Week Two
- Extremely low preseason reps left the Vikings under-snapped and untested entering Week 2.
- That limited live reps magnified communication errors and failed stunts pickup in-game.