
Purple Daily - A Minnesota Vikings Podcast
Daily Minnesota Vikings entertainment with one mission: We want the Minnesota Vikings to win the Super Bowl before we die. Purple Daily is hosted by Phil Mackey & Judd Zulgad, who are long-time radio hosts in the Twin Cities and former Minnesota Vikings beat writers. Former Minnesota Vikings offensive lineman Alex Boone is also a regular contributor. A SKOR North production. You can also find Purple Daily -- a Minnesota Vikings podcast via YouTube -- YouTube.com/PurpleDailyPodcast.
Latest episodes

May 10, 2025 • 36min
ACCESS: Minnesota Vikings Rookie Minicamp is underway; Gophers QB Max Brosmer competing for QB3
Minnesota Vikings Rookie Minicamp is underway and Purple Daily’s Judd Zulgad and The Minnesota Star Tribune’s Chip Scoggins weigh in! Can former Minnesota Golden Gophers QB Max Brosmer win the QB3 job for the Minnesota Vikings? The boys discuss. Whether it’s with the Minnesota Vikings or not, Chip thinks Max Brosmer will stick around the NFL. The boys also revisit the wonderful career of Marcus Sherels and how he turned heads at his rookie minicamp. Judd and Chip also discuss what the Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason carries split could look like. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 9, 2025 • 1h 2min
How new Minnesota Vikings defenders -- Javon Hargrave and Jonathan Allen -- help Minnesota Vikings
Mackey and Judd are here to answer your Feedback Friday questions! Topics include: How will Javon Hargrave and Jonathan Allen impact the Minnesota Vikings' defense?; What should realistic expectations be for the Vikings' 2025 win total?; Are the Vikings set to play back-to-back games in Europe this season?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 8, 2025 • 47min
Can Max Brosmer make a SPLASH at Minnesota Vikings Rookie Camp?
It’s THORSDAY so Thor Nystrom of Fantasy Life joins the show to touch on some of the key things to look for at Vikings rookie camp this weekend. Will Max Brosmer get a chance to show off his skills and battle for a chance on the 53-man roster in the QB room? Is Tre Stewart legitimate competition to Ty Chandler for RB3? Brian Asamoah may have some competition this year with a draft selection and a UDFA that’ll be on display at camp. Plus Thor throws on the professor’s coat to breakdown his findings on where the Vikings ended up in draft ROI compared to other NFL franchises!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 7, 2025 • 39min
Minnesota Vikings Predictions: J.J. McCarthy will win MULTIPLE Super Bowls
It's a Write That Down edition of Purple Daily with Listener Matt joining the guys to predict the future. Sports Dad is sticking by his Isaiah Rodgers comments from the other day, Matt is buying all in on JJ McCarthy, and Declan joins the show from San Diego from his predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 6, 2025 • 42min
SIX Minnesota Vikings storylines to watch this offseason
Minnesota Vikings way too early storylines to watch throughout the offseason; Starting with the Vikings wide receiver room; The status of Christian Darrisaw and the rest of the offensive line; Who backs up Vikings QB JJ McCarthy; Plus a few Vikings special teams notes on Purple Daily with Judd and Dex. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 5, 2025 • 1h 10min
OLC: Predicting 2025 NFL playoff teams!; 2022 NFL Draft re-draft
Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey debate who the 14 NFL playoff teams will be in 2025; Plus, because the boys hate day-after NFL draft grades, they go back and re-draft the 2025 NFL Draft!
00:00 - Alex Boone’s softball coaching conundrum
03:00 - Mackey projects the AFC playoff teams
13:00 - Mackey projects the NFC playoff teams
25:00 - Jeremiah re-drafts the 2022 NFL Draft
38:00 - Meet in the A Gap
46:00 - F1 Minute
48:00 - Dumb Football Questions: What are pre-game rituals like for NFL players?; When NFL players retire rich, do they still feel the need to work or get jobs?
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May 5, 2025 • 1h 9min
Minnesota Vikings projected quarterback depth chart for 2025
Latest Minnesota Vikings news involving JJ McCarthy; The Vikings 2025 draft class; Is there a world where Vikings backup QB Sam Howell is the next Sam Darnold; Vikings power rankings update; Judd’s hottest Vikings take; Also, former Minnesota Vikings trainer Eric Sugarman joins the show to discuss McCarthy’s timeline of returning from his meniscus injury, the tricky nature of injuries, his favorite memories, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 4, 2025 • 23min
Will Minnesota Vikings draft class make an immediate impact?
Will Minnesota Vikings draft class make an immediate impact; How many wins for the Vikings in 2025; Can the Vikings rely on Sam Howell to be the backup to McCarthy pus other Vikings takes on Purple Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 3, 2025 • 19min
Remembering the 2005 Minnesota Vikings
emembering the 2005 Minnesota Vikings; Vikings Love Boat scandal; Daunte Culpepper’s rips up his knee, ending his Vikings career; Brad Johnson leads the Vikings to the doorstep of the playoffs; Best traveling NFL fan bases and more on Purple Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 2, 2025 • 1h 6min
Minnesota Vikings are trusting JJ McCarthy to lead the team
Minnesota Vikings are trusting JJ McCarthy to lead the team; Was the Vikings QB nervous at his press conference this week; Are we too high on Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah; Plus, feedback on Vikings Super Bowl window; Plus more feedback on the Vikings, SKOR North, plus a snake draft of the week on Purple Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.