Editing Episode 326

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{{EpisodeInfobox
| number      = 326
| title       = A Rational Discussion on Defunding the RB Position
| hosts       = Arif Hasan, James Pogatshnik
| guests      = None
| type        = Mailbag
}}

'''Norse Code Episode 326: A Rational Discussion on Defunding the RB Position''' was a mailbag episode focusing on running back contracts, the Vikings' cornerback situation, and Colin Kaepernick discussions during the 2020 offseason.

== Overview ==
The episode covered Dalvin Cook's contract situation and the broader economics of paying running backs, the Vikings' new cornerback group's potential, and Colin Kaepernick signing speculation. The hosts also addressed questions about leadership dynamics on defense and various offseason roster moves.

== Segments ==
; Opening : Dalvin Cook contract demands
; Teams Coming Back Plans : Return to play discussions
; Kneeling Discussion : National anthem protests
; Colin Kaepernick Analysis : Pros and cons of Vikings signing, Tebow Syndrome comparison
; Mailbag : Extensive listener questions

== Mailbag Questions ==
* Father Aaron Kuhn (Catholic priest) - Can we expect this year's new cornerbacks to form a top 10 defensive backfield, or will it take at least a year like with Zimmer's previous system?
* Raul - Does the "pace and space" evolution in basketball dovetail the passing game evolution in football? Do these reflect a millennial culture shift?
* Kyle Slaybee - Would bringing Everson Griffen back potentially limit Ifeadi Odenigbo's growth as a starter and team leader?
* Anonymous - What if positions like LB and RB counted differently towards the salary cap due to higher collision rates?
* John Belk - How realistic is trading Cook before/early in the season, and what return could we expect?
* Nolan - What is your "best case scenario" for the starting cornerback group this season?
* Tim Clark - Who is this year's Khari Blasinghame (Arif's preseason crush who will break his heart)?
* Bill Bottke - What are Quartney Davis's prospects as an undrafted free agent?
* Iowa Josh - Why not get a viable backup QB? Is Brock Osweiler the best option?
* CB - How productive is Thielen without Diggs? Where does the Vikings offense rank?
* Mike Ellis - Should I get a new Bridgewater jersey after melting part of mine making stovetop popcorn?
* Chris - If Kaepernick gets signed, would he wear passive aggressive t-shirts during interviews?
* Bombo - What should the pass rush package be assuming Hunter-Pierce-Stephen-Odenigbo?
* Numerophile - What's the betting line for Mike Zimmer kneeling during the national anthem week 1?
* Dukes Code - Are the 2020 Buccaneers going to be the 2009 Vikings? Jordan Love vs Jalen Hurts starting timeline?
* Kenneth Allen - What's the realistic best scenario with Cook contract? How are you doing with Bon Appetit going dark?
* HVAC - What is the weirdest sounding word in your regular vocabulary?
* Kyle Segal - How was lunch?
* Delta BC Dad - Is James wrong about his take on all dressed chips?
* Alec - How many more years will Kirk Cousins be the Vikings quarterback?
* Ricardo - Who would win in a fight, you guys or Coller and Cronin? Preferred rules for casket match?
* Don from Ohio - Should male pet owners celebrate Father's Day? If Arif started an OnlyFans account, what provocative items would he post?
* Nolan - Lemons in mesh tops, no doubt
* Ryan - Does Patreon membership give free access to OnlyFans material?

== Key Bits & Lore ==
* Don from Ohio appears with characteristic off-topic questions about Father's Day and OnlyFans
* Discussion of "Tebow Syndrome" in relation to Colin Kaepernick
* References to casket match rules giving James home field advantage

== Production Notes ==
* Timestamps noted: 44:38 (around 4 on Arif's recording), 61:20, 62:03, 66:14, 68:14, 69:20, 81:02, 107:08, 118:00, back at 124:00, 126:25, 154:00

[[Category:Episodes]]
[[Category:Season 2020]]

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