Episode 447

bringing you down to our level (this is not sustainable)

Hosts	Arif Hasan, James Pogatshnik
Guests	None
Type	Game Review

Norse Code Episode 447: bringing you down to our level (this is not sustainable) was a game review episode following the Vikings' dramatic victory over the Buffalo Bills.

Overview

The episode features discussion of Vikings crazy game legacy with historical examples, a detailed review of the Bills game including key plays and performances, and an extensive mailbag covering topics from the recent game to sustainability and witchcraft theories.

Segments

Opening: Episode introduction and announcements
Vikings Crazy Game Legacy: Historical discussion of memorable Vikings games including 2012 vs GB, 1981 at Chargers, 1992 Harbaugh pick-6, and many others
Bills Game Review: Analysis of the recent Vikings-Bills game including first drive, Jefferson performance, Cousins struggles, and key plays
Mailbag: Extensive listener questions covering game analysis, statistics, and various theories

Mailbag Questions

Ingram's Left Foot - Why do I keep getting in the way?
Damian Barrett - Historically, this team haven't been great the week following an emotional win. What way will our hopes be dashed against the Cowboys?
Kenneth Allen - What do you make of Eric Eager's argument that the Vikings are this year's version of the 2021 Rams?
Jruecart - The 3rd (and 4th) & 1 calls. Both shots well beyond the yard needed. Why not run or some quick route call?
Sean - Is there evidence that can prove the Jefferson catch was better than the OBJ catch?
Vikings Jack - Kirk is having a worse season statistically but seems to produce a higher ceiling. Are the results blinding me?
Logan - Should the bills have kneeled, taken the safety, and force the Vikings to drive for a FG?
Tommy Gunn - Would this be the first win for the Vikings while brothers were playing on opposing teams?
Mike - Assessment of how Thielen and Osborne are playing. Was the Kirk sneak a good call?
GLA90 - Which did James celebrate more: the fumble in the endzone or the "Here's Ham!" TD?
Beef Brewski - Are the Vikings better at situational football this year or is this simply luck?
Bryan - Was this the game to show our grandkids to explain Kirk Cousins?
Jake - Greg Joseph clairvoyance theory regarding the missed extra point
Tanner - Did Greg Joseph intentionally miss the PAT for strategic reasons?
Timothy Cox - How did the O/U of 2.5 touchdowns for players with less than 5 letter last names work out?
Kirko Chains on a plane - Salem witch trials mathematical connection to 33-30 score
Ben Greenhagan - Moon Corner: lunar scientist perspective on moon rocks and Vikings success
Nolan Kehler - North Code: Canadian neo-regression in CFL final
Kristopher - Top 5 spots for buffalo wings and favorite wing recipe
Riccardo - Left Vikings game early to help with family - greatest father or total fool?
Rmensen - Anti-sustainability corner: why does Arif claim sustainability isn't achievable?
Watts up dog - Sustainability corner: permafrost melting threat to civilization

Key Bits & Lore

Ham touchdown celebration reference ("Here's Ham!")
November 17th live show at Union 32 mentioned
Arif waifu pillow merchandise reference
Anti-sustainability corner segment

Production Notes

Various timestamps noted: 7023, 12424, 141 dox, 15027, 152ish googling, 154ish pro football talk

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