Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Vikings

Starting off the show by chatting about how the combine's change in city may possibly affect the NFL draft in future years. Then, we'll go over Myles Dorn's journey to the NFL, and his uncanny ability to view setbacks as blessings in disguise. Finally, Bashaud Breeland has had it rough. From his time in Allendale, South Carolina to the various slights that fuel him, his journey was long and stormy, but he always found a port in football. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Follow the show: @LockedOnVikings Follow the host: @LukeBraunNFL Join the discord community: https://linktr.ee/LukeBraunNFL Submit Twitter Tuesday questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3mA_-Yke_oIwlZ5vOnIW_TK4d9gRwjmOB7YOLzeLLIz_-3w/viewform?usp=sf_link Combine bidding: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/31695512/nfl-begin-bid-process-cities-host-annual-scouting-combine-beginning-2023-source-says Myles Dorn: https://www.si.com/college/unc/football/myles-dorn-senior-day-unc Bashaud Breeland: https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/redskins/online-and-on-the-field-redskins-bashaud-breeland-just-is-being-himself/2016/12/23/1adcfa56-c942-11e6-bf4b-2c064d32a4bf_story.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Vikings' skill corps is exciting. Dalvin Cook, Justin Jefferson, and Adam Thielen are a great trio. But after that, and Irv Smith, who else finds the field? Tyler Conklin? Chad Beebe? Ihmir Smith-Marsette? Uh... C.J. Ham? At any rate, we'll tell Smith-Marsette's story from a water polo champion to state football cornerback to dynamic, but maturing, wide receiver. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Follow the show: @LockedOnVikings Follow the host: @LukeBraunNFL Join the discord community: https://linktr.ee/LukeBraunNFL Submit Twitter Tuesday questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3mA_-Yke_oIwlZ5vOnIW_TK4d9gRwjmOB7YOLzeLLIz_-3w/viewform?usp=sf_link Ihmir Smith-Marsette: https://www.thegazette.com/hawkeye-football/water-polo-came-before-football-for-iowas-ihmir-smith-marsette/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, we'll talk about centers all day. First, we're talking about Garrett Bradbury. We'll talk about his pass protection problem, his game-breaking run blocks, and what kind of package that turns into. Then, we'll chat about Cohl Cabral's journey to the NFL from all over the American Southwest. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Follow the show: @LockedOnVikings Follow the host: @LukeBraunNFL Join the discord community: https://linktr.ee/LukeBraunNFL Submit Twitter Tuesday questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3mA_-Yke_oIwlZ5vOnIW_TK4d9gRwjmOB7YOLzeLLIz_-3w/viewform?usp=sf_link Cohl Cabral: https://www.azcentral.com/story/sports/college/asu/2019/08/07/asu-senior-cohl-cabral-anchors-line-looks-for-nfl-career/1839986001/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, we'll start with the scary news on Jaylen Twyman, who was uncritically wounded in a shooting in Washington D.C., and is expected to make a full recovery. We'll also talk about some additional details that came out about Danielle Hunter's contract extension. Finally, we're tackling a big mailbag with questions about deep playoff runs, overrated and underrated Vikings, and the cornerback rotation. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Follow the show: @LockedOnVikings Follow the host: @LukeBraunNFL Join the discord community: https://linktr.ee/LukeBraunNFL Submit Twitter Tuesday questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3mA_-Yke_oIwlZ5vOnIW_TK4d9gRwjmOB7YOLzeLLIz_-3w/viewform?usp=sf_link Jaylen Twyman details: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/31683023/agent-minnesota-vikings-rookie-jaylen-twyman-shot-four-s-expected-make-full-recovery Danielle Hunter contract details: https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/sports/football/7083088-Salary-cap-analyst-provides-details-of-Danielle-Hunter%E2%80%99s-reworked-deal-with-Vikings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Optimism on the Vikings' 2021 prospect are surging, and that's okay. Myron Mitchell's tumultuous tear through football, where the only consistent thing was his highlight reel. Michael Pierce keeps adjusting focus when he has to. His 2020 opt-out was no different. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Follow the show: @LockedOnVikings Follow the host: @LukeBraunNFL Join the discord community: https://linktr.ee/LukeBraunNFL Submit Twitter Tuesday questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3mA_-Yke_oIwlZ5vOnIW_TK4d9gRwjmOB7YOLzeLLIz_-3w/viewform?usp=sf_link Myron Mitchell: https://247sports.com/college/alabama-birmingham/Article/UAB-receives-a-commitment-from-JUCO-wide-receiver-Myron-Mitchell-109759779/ Michael Pierce: https://www.si.com/nfl/2020/08/03/training-camp-coronavirus-impact-roster-opt-outs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can Troy Dye win the LB3 job? Is Ryan Connelly past that ACL tear? And Christian Darrisaw's journey through the NFL, shaped through a military prep school. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Follow the show: @LockedOnVikings Follow the host: @LukeBraunNFL Join the discord community: https://linktr.ee/LukeBraunNFL Submit Twitter Tuesday questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3mA_-Yke_oIwlZ5vOnIW_TK4d9gRwjmOB7YOLzeLLIz_-3w/viewform?usp=sf_link What's Holding Troy Dye Back? https://zonecoverage.com/2021/minnesota-vikings-news/what-is-holding-troy-dye-back/ Ryan Connelly's unlikely path to the NFL: https://madison.com/wsj/sports/college/football/former-badgers-linebacker-ryan-connelly-takes-unlikely-path-to-becoming-nfl-draft-pick/article_b3b9a708-b167-5f7e-b07b-712c1dcf5920.html How everyone but one WR Coach missed Christian Darrisaw: https://roanoke.com/sports/college/va_tech/is-no-one-seeing-what-i-m-seeing-how-christian-darrisaw-turned-into-early-gem/article_fd654e40-e886-11e8-8ab9-63156ce20a40.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, we'll have to talk about the vaccination protocols the NFL released on Wednesday, have a talk about being "all-in" and go through the story of Tuf Borland's weird name and exceedingly un-weird career. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Follow the show: @LockedOnVikings Follow the host: @LukeBraunNFL Join the discord community: https://linktr.ee/LukeBraunNFL Submit Twitter Tuesday questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3mA_-Yke_oIwlZ5vOnIW_TK4d9gRwjmOB7YOLzeLLIz_-3w/viewform?usp=sf_link New vaccination protocol: https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2021/06/16/nfl-releases-major-covid-19-vaccination-protocol-details/ DailyNorseman piece on being all-in: https://www.dailynorseman.com/2021/6/15/22534679/vikings-are-all-in-on-2021 Tuf Borland: https://www.buckeyextra.com/sports/20181109/gameday--ohio-state-linebacker-tuf-borland-is-more-than-just-memorable-name Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

So the Vikings brought in Sheldon Richardson for a deal around 4 million, depending on incentives. They now have three highly-paid defensive tackles, so... what's the plan here? Plus some generic tape review. Also let's talk about Cameron Dantzler, the man who seems designed specifically to be underestimated Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Follow the show: @LockedOnVikings Follow the host: @LukeBraunNFL Join the discord community: https://linktr.ee/LukeBraunNFL Submit Twitter Tuesday questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3mA_-Yke_oIwlZ5vOnIW_TK4d9gRwjmOB7YOLzeLLIz_-3w/viewform?usp=sf_link Sheldon Richardson story: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/31637212/minnesota-vikings-bring-back-dt-sheldon-richardson Cameron Dantzler and Terrell Buckley: https://www.twincities.com/2020/08/26/vikings-cameron-dantzler-has-come-a-long-way-since-being-dubbed-the-needle-for-being-so-skinny/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, you all asked questions about Danielle Hunter, Sheldon Richardson (!!) and everything else under the sun. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Follow the show: @LockedOnVikings Follow the host: @LukeBraunNFL Join the discord community: https://linktr.ee/LukeBraunNFL Submit Twitter Tuesday questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3mA_-Yke_oIwlZ5vOnIW_TK4d9gRwjmOB7YOLzeLLIz_-3w/viewform?usp=sf_link How Risky Is It To Pay Danielle Hunter? https://zonecoverage.com/2021/minnesota-vikings-news/how-risky-is-it-to-pay-danielle-hunter/ Hunter story latest: https://www.nfl.com/news/de-danielle-hunter-vikings-agree-to-restructured-deal Sheldon Richardson is about to sign: https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/vikings-set-to-reunite-with-former-pro-bowler-sheldon-richardson-after-release-from-browns-per-report/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, we're talking about Irv Smith's role as the starting tight end. We'll also talk about a couple of defensive linemen - Stephen Weatherly and all his hobbies, and Jordon Scott and how life punched him in the gut. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Follow the show: @LockedOnVikings Follow the host: @LukeBraunNFL Join the discord community: https://linktr.ee/LukeBraunNFL Submit Twitter Tuesday questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3mA_-Yke_oIwlZ5vOnIW_TK4d9gRwjmOB7YOLzeLLIz_-3w/viewform?usp=sf_link Quotes on Irv Smith: https://www.si.com/nfl/vikings/news/tyler-conklin-1b-irv-smith-jr-1a-tight-end-vikings-2021-fantasy-football Stephen Weatherly feature: https://www.startribune.com/for-stephen-weatherly-vikings-renaissance-man-football-is-only-part-of-the-story/466507823/?refresh=true. Jordon Scott: https://www.oregonlive.com/ducks/2021/04/oregon-ducks-product-jordon-scott-accustomed-to-conquering-challenges-is-eager-for-an-nfl-opportunity.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do Dalvin Tomlinson and Michael Pierce work in tandem? Look no further than the Tite front, which is taking the NFL by storm in response to spread offenses, RPOs, and the Wide Zone. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. StatHero StatHero, the FIRST Ever Daily Fantasy Sportsbook that gives the PLAYER the ADVANTAGE. Go to StatHero.com/LockedOn for 300% back on your first play. Follow the show: @LockedOnVikings Follow the host: @LukeBraunNFL Join the discord community: https://linktr.ee/LukeBraunNFL Submit Twitter Tuesday questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3mA_-Yke_oIwlZ5vOnIW_TK4d9gRwjmOB7YOLzeLLIz_-3w/viewform?usp=sf_link On the Tite front: https://twitter.com/Krauserrific/status/1403137253300269062 Tite front explainer from Seth Galina: https://www.sbnation.com/college-football/2019/2/5/18205641/tite-front-defenses-explained Patrick Jones' journey stateside: https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/Pitt/2020/07/06/patrick-jones-nfl-draft-stock-pitt-football-japan/stories/202007030101 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, we'll start with some Bashaud Breeland analysis and talk about the techniques he likes to use. Most of the show will be dedicated to the two Vikings' kickers, Riley Patterson and Greg Joseph. We'll talk about where they've came from and how their kicking careers have gone so far. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. StatHero StatHero, the FIRST Ever Daily Fantasy Sportsbook that gives the PLAYER the ADVANTAGE. Go to StatHero.com/LockedOn for 300% back on your first play. Follow the show: @LockedOnVikings Follow the host: @LukeBraunNFL Join the discord community: https://linktr.ee/LukeBraunNFL Submit Twitter Tuesday questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3mA_-Yke_oIwlZ5vOnIW_TK4d9gRwjmOB7YOLzeLLIz_-3w/viewform?usp=sf_link Breeland presser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWCt0SX34yo Greg Joseph: https://theathletic.co.uk/558354/2018/10/03/the-nfl-was-not-exactly-the-football-of-greg-josephs-dreams/?redirected=1 Riley Patterson: https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/sports/2019/12/28/cotton-bowl-riley-patterson-memphis-football-kicking-records/2755564001/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Vikings are on the verge of extending Brian O'Neill. Is that a good idea? Plus, long snapper Andrew DePaola has built a full career out of camp competitions and hanging on by a thread. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. StatHero StatHero, the FIRST Ever Daily Fantasy Sportsbook that gives the PLAYER the ADVANTAGE. Go to StatHero.com/LockedOn for 300% back on your first play. Follow the show: @LockedOnVikings Follow the host: @LukeBraunNFL Join the discord community: https://linktr.ee/LukeBraunNFL Submit Twitter Tuesday questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3mA_-Yke_oIwlZ5vOnIW_TK4d9gRwjmOB7YOLzeLLIz_-3w/viewform?usp=sf_link Brian O'Neill article: https://zonecoverage.com/2021/minnesota-vikings-news/minnesota-deserves-credit-for-developing-brian-oneill/ Andrew DePaola: https://www.buccaneers.com/news/road-to-the-nfl-andrew-depaola-14855283 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Twitter Tuesday! We are stealing the Declaration of Independence. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. StatHero StatHero, the FIRST Ever Daily Fantasy Sportsbook that gives the PLAYER the ADVANTAGE. Go to StatHero.com/LockedOn for 300% back on your first play. Follow the show: @LockedOnVikings Follow the host: @LukeBraunNFL Join the discord community: https://linktr.ee/LukeBraunNFL Submit Twitter Tuesday questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3mA_-Yke_oIwlZ5vOnIW_TK4d9gRwjmOB7YOLzeLLIz_-3w/viewform?usp=sf_link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Vikings over the weekend signed Bashaud Breeland to a one-year deal worth up to $4 million. That pushes Tye Smith and Parry Nickerson one rung down the ladder. So we'll talk about those two guys, and do a quick overview of what Bashaud Breeland brings to the table. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. StatHero StatHero, the FIRST Ever Daily Fantasy Sportsbook that gives the PLAYER the ADVANTAGE. Go to StatHero.com/LockedOn for 300% back on your first play. Follow the show: @LockedOnVikings Follow the host: @LukeBraunNFL Join the discord community: https://linktr.ee/LukeBraunNFL Submit Twitter Tuesday questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3mA_-Yke_oIwlZ5vOnIW_TK4d9gRwjmOB7YOLzeLLIz_-3w/viewform?usp=sf_link Bashaud Breeland: https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2021/06/05/bashaud-breeland-is-expected-to-compete-with-cameron-dantzler-for-a-starting-job/ Parry Nickerson's unlikely return: https://www.nola.com/sports/tulane/article_79e18d2d-b6ea-5d38-addb-e22dc81bb8a5.html Tye Smith's youth camps: https://www.tennessean.com/story/news/education/2019/11/06/abc-food-tours-exercise-titans-tye-smith-buena-vista-elementary/4103909002/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices