316 - Weird Moments in Packers/Vikings History

07/01/20 • 32 min

The Packers have a 60 year history with the Minnesota Vikings, and it’s gotten weird at times. Let’s take a look at a few of those weirder moments. But first... does anybody have any idea what this NFL season is going to look like?

Does anybody know what’s going on with the 2020 NFL season? (00:44)

With every day that passes, someone is floating a new plan for the 2020 season. But does anybody really know what’s going to happen?

Raiders’ Mark Davis unhappy with decision to sell ads on seats

Some teams are thinking about game-day travel in 2020

LA Rams Head Coach Sean McVay on NFL Social Distancing Policy: ‘I Don't Get It'

The Packers and Vikings have had some weird moments (11:33)

A quick look at weird moments in Packers/Vikings history.

Packers have the edge in their rivalry with the Vikings, but Minnesota has its share of wins

Take Your Eye Off the Ball - Chapter 15 (23:15)

How do NFL teams treat injuries? It’s extremely complicated...and at times a little morally questionable.

Favre has played since '92 with hip condition

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Does anybody know what’s going on with the 2020 NFL season? (00:44)

With every day that passes, someone is floating a new plan for the 2020 season. But does anybody really know what’s going to happen?

Raiders’ Mark Davis unhappy with decision to sell ads on seats

Some teams are thinking about game-day travel in 2020

LA Rams Head Coach Sean McVay on NFL Social Distancing Policy: ‘I Don't Get It'

The Packers and Vikings have had some weird moments (11:33)

A quick look at weird moments in Packers/Vikings history.

Packers have the edge in their rivalry with the Vikings, but Minnesota has its share of wins

Take Your Eye Off the Ball - Chapter 15 (23:15)

How do NFL teams treat injuries? It’s extremely complicated...and at times a little morally questionable.

Favre has played since '92 with hip condition

SUPPORT BLUE 58

Donate to our Patreon - $1 per month offsets our podcast hosting costs.

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