Episode 226

Womens Hockey, Curling, and the XFL

Hosts	Arif Hasan, James Pogatshnik
Guests	None
Type	Offseason February 28, 2018

Norse Code Episode 226: Womens Hockey, Curling, and the XFL aired on February 28, 2018.

Overview

This episode covers the Vikings' quarterback situation during the 2018 offseason, including rumors about Kirk Cousins coming to Minnesota, Teddy Bridgewater's contract status, and Case Keenum's departure. The hosts also discuss NFL Combine coverage and answer extensive mailbag questions about potential moves and draft strategy.

Segments

Opening: Delirious discussion, promo
Quarterback Carousel: Kirk Cousins rumors, Teddy Bridgewater contract tolling, Case Keenum departure
League News: NFL Combine coverage
Mailbag: Extensive listener questions covering draft strategy, fictional quarterbacks, and team building philosophy

Mailbag Questions

Kyle Slaybee - If you had equal access to both events but needed to choose one: would you attend the senior bowl or the combine? If you could sit down with one combine attendee for a 30 min chat who would it be and why?
Mickey Trumper - Any fliers from this draft that Minnesota might have eyes for? (Think: Böhringer)
Damien Barrett - Which fictional QB (TV/Movies) would you sign for the Vikings?
Mo Sav - Should the Vikings trade a second round pick for Gerald McCoy for inside pass rush help?
Jack - What position is Remmers going to play next season, and what is he best suited for?
Rahul - Multiple choice: If Cousins signs with Minnesota, who plays his backup? (Sloter, draftee, internal FA, external FA)
Miles Swammi - Are you worried about Rick being short-term focused? Should the Vikings trade older defensive players like Everson, Barr, and/or Kendricks to diversify the defense's age?
John Belk - Two Teddy scenarios: Would Arif root for Patriots if Teddy becomes Brady's heir? Would Arif root for Saints if Teddy becomes their starter?
Ian - What's the plan if they whiff on Cousins and Teddy/Case are gone? How many flips for a 10oz sirloin is too many to get medium rare on a grill?
Luke Braun - Would you rather draft a QB top 15 but only every 5 years, or draft a QB every year in rounds 2-4?
Alex Goble - Should tampering rules be eliminated? Is the franchise tag a buzz kill for free agency drama?

Key Bits & Lore

Don from Ohio reference regarding backup quarterback plans

Production Notes

Timestamps noted: 20:00 knock, 25:40, 72:00, 82:54, 89:50
Contains links to Chris Wesseling tweet about Cousins rumors and Daily Norseman article about Bridgewater contract tolling

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