

The Alec Lewis Show
Alec Lewis
Alec Lewis, the Minnesota Vikings beat writer at The Athletic, hosts a twice-weekly podcast. He'll talk about the latest Vikings news. He'll analyze training camp practices and in-season games. He'll chat with players, coaches, team personnel, media members, family members and notable Vikings fans about the 2024 season and beyond.
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Oct 30, 2025 • 34min
The Athletic’s Colton Pouncy previews Vikings-Lions, talks Brad Holmes’s draft strategy and more: Ep. 124 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Colton Pouncy, who covers the Detroit Lions for The Athletic, joins The Alec Lewis Show to talk about the forthcoming Vikings matchup. They discuss J.J. McCarthy’s return, Brad Holmes’s draft strategy, what has made the Lions so successful, the new-look Lions interior offensive line, how the Vikings’ offense matches up against Detroit’s defense and much more This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. For more information, here is their website:
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Oct 28, 2025 • 45min
Carson Wentz’s surgery, J.J. McCarthy’s return and mini-bye thoughts: Ep. 123 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Alec Lewis, the Minnesota Vikings beat writer at The Athletic, hosts Ep. 123 of The Alec Lewis Show. He talks about Carson Wentz, J.J. McCarthy, the run game, run defense, the pass coverage and more. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. For more information, here is their website:
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Oct 22, 2025 • 35min
The Athletic’s Daniel Popper previews Vikings-Chargers, talks Minnesota’s weird statistical profile and more : Ep. 122 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Daniel Popper, a Chargers reporter for The Athletic and author of 'Hops With Pop,' dives into the upcoming Vikings-Chargers matchup. He unpacks the Vikings’ unusual statistical profile, and discusses the injury woes of the Chargers’ offensive line. Their conversation touches on how to contain Justin Herbert's escapability and the impact of rookie O'Rondae Gadsden. Popper also analyzes whether the Vikings can establish a run game against the Chargers’ defenses, and assesses the significance of key player matchups.

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Oct 17, 2025 • 35min
The Athletic’s Zach Berman previews Vikings-Eagles, talks Carson Wentz’s past and more: Ep. 121 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Zach Berman, a seasoned reporter for The Athletic, dives deep into the upcoming Vikings-Eagles game while reflecting on Carson Wentz's roller-coaster career. He discusses Wentz’s peak in 2017 and how injuries shifted his trajectory. The conversation also covers the Eagles' locker room dynamics, current offensive struggles, and key injuries to players like Landon Dickerson. Berman offers insights into matchups against Brian Flores’ defense, while weighing the Eagles' chances in this challenging game.

Oct 15, 2025 • 37min
Yahoo! Sports’s Nate Tice talks J.J. McCarthy’s pre-draft evaluation, his early-season play and more: Ep. 120 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Nate Tice, who writes for Yahoo! Sports and hosts the Football 301 podcast, joins The Alec Lewis Show to talk about the Vikings and J.J. McCarthy. They discuss Tice’s pre-draft evaluation of McCarthy, what Tice thought of J.J.’s first two games against the Bears and Falcons and much more. Tice also discusses Carson Wentz, Isaiah Rodgers and the Eagles matchup. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. For more information, here is their website:
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Oct 14, 2025 • 32min
J.J. McCarthy’s health and mechanics, the Vikings’ run defense and more: Ep. 119 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Tune in for insights on J.J. McCarthy's return to practice and his mechanics, crucial for his development as a young quarterback. The discussion shifts to Carson Wentz's shoulder injury and the impact of injuries on team dynamics. Alec analyzes the Vikings' struggles with run defense and identifies key factors contributing to missed tackles. He also previews upcoming game strategies against tough opponents and reflects on the team's identity and priorities coming out of the bye week. Don't miss these insider tips and game assessments!

Oct 4, 2025 • 27min
KFAN’s Paul Allen talks Vikings OL situation, Browns game, London trip and more: Ep. 118 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Paul Allen, the host of 9-noon on KFAN and the voice of the Vikings, joins The Alec Lewis Show to give his thoughts on the Vikings' matchup with the Cleveland Browns. They talk about the offensive line injuries, Kevin Stefanski, the Browns' defensive line, quarterback Carson Wentz, the London trip and more. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. For more information, here is their website:
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Sponsored By: Minnesota Lottery (mnlottery.com/)
Sponsored By: UNRL (unrl.com)
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Oct 1, 2025 • 33min
Podcast from London! Injury nuggets, quick game conversation, Browns matchup and more: Ep. 117 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Alec Lewis, the Minnesota Vikings beat writer at The Athletic, talks about being in London, the Vikings' injury situation, penalties, the offensive line, "sign stealing," playing the Browns and much more. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. For more information, here is their website:
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Sponsored By: Minnesota Lottery (mnlottery.com/)
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Sponsorship inquiries: aleclewis54@gmail.com

Sep 25, 2025 • 35min
Podcast from Dublin! Talking J.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz, Vikings-Steelers and more: Ep. 116 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Alec Lewis, the Minnesota Vikings beat writer at The Athletic, records live from Dublin after a travel day. He talks J.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz, keys in the Steelers game, Irish breakfast, Vikings-Steelers fan breakdown and more. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. For more information, here is their website:
https://myfrbank.com/
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Sponsored By: Minnesota Lottery (mnlottery.com/)
Sponsored By: UNRL (unrl.com/)
Sponsorship inquiries: aleclewis54@gmail.com

Sep 23, 2025 • 35min
Isaiah Rodgers’s all-timer, Carson Wentz, Dallas Turner and more Vikings thoughts: Ep. 115 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Alec Lewis, the Minnesota Vikings beat writer at The Athletic, recaps the Week 3 demolishing of the Bengals. Lewis goes over scenes from the locker room after Isaiah Rodgers's performance. He talks about Carson Wentz's debut. He mentions Dallas Turner, Levi Drake Rodriguez, the offensive design, Brian Flores's disguise and much more. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. For more information, here is their website:
https://myfrbank.com/
And here is a link to all of their locations!
https://myfrbank.com/locations-hours/
Sponsored By: Minnesota Lottery (mnlottery.com/)
Sponsored By: UNRL (unrl.com/)
Sponsorship inquiries: aleclewis54@gmail.com


