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In-depth coverage of the NFL, using film and analytics

Oct 20, 2026

Nobody Can Figure Out Brian Flores: 5 Plans That Didn't Beat The Blitz

Five games in, we've seen five different protection plans to try and stop the Vikings blitz-heavy approach. None of them have worked. Why not? And can anything?

Luke Braun

Oct 12, 2026

The Vikings are On Pace to Produce One of the Best Defenses of All Time

Hey, let's look at some neat charts!

Arif Hasan

Oct 1, 2026

Kevin O'Connell & The Play Calling Guessing Game

Luke Braun broke down one of the worst Vikings offensive performances in quite some time to figure out what went wrong. It's because of a YouTube video? Unclear.

Luke Braun

Sep 23, 2026

The Caleb Williams Containment Policy

How did the Vikings contain early MVP candidate Caleb Williams? The answer lies in more than just smart coverage rules or reckless blitzing, but an eye towards play design and Caleb's unique strengths — and how to take them away.

Luke Braun

Sep 21, 2026

How Much Are the Vikings Like History's Biggest Blitzers?

The Vikings demolished the Bears in a showing that demonstrated that they may be more committed to sending extra rushers than almost any other defense in history. Let's investigate.

Arif Hasan

Sep 16, 2026

Always Keep Gambling: The Story Of Brian Flores & Matt LaFleur

Luke Braun examines the ... chess match? No, the Rock-Paper-Scissors game between Matt LaFleur and Brian Flores that authored the Vikings' comeback win over the Packers

Luke Braun

Sep 14, 2026

Rollercoasters and Card Counters: The Vikings Ride The Wave and Pull Out an Unlikely Win

The Vikings pulled off an unlikely win, another strange comeback from a franchise known for them. The heartstopping games aren't in spite of their best efforts, though — they're by design.

Arif Hasan

Aug 18, 2026

Breaking Down the Preseason: Murray, McCarthy and What We Can Learn

Matt Fries breaks down how J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray performed in the preseason and why just a few plays demonstrated that Murray has earned the trust of the Vikings offensive staff

Matt Fries

Aug 11, 2026

Kyler Murray is a Litmus Test for Vikings' Future

The Minnesota Vikings have named Kyler Murray the starting quarterback for the 2026 NFL season. What better way to mark this occasion than a 10,000-word breakdown? Matt Fries delivers.

Matt Fries

Aug 10, 2026

Vikings QB Battle: Luke Braun Goes Insane and Breaks Down Training Camp Clips

We made Luke Braun break down quarterbacl clips from training camp and it broke him down instead. See the results!

Luke Braun

Aug 3, 2026

Jamal Adams: A Blitz Boy For A Blitzing DC

Luke Braun breaks down the fit between Jamal Adams and the Minnesota Vikings defense, steered by Brian Flores. Is Adams' blitzing reputation well-earned? And is it actually a good fit for Flores?

Luke Braun