Editing Episode 339

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{{EpisodeInfobox
| number      = 339
| title       = Dinosaurs Against Thanos
| date        = September 25, 2020
| hosts       = Arif Hasan, James Pogatshnik
| guests      = Justin Melo (Broadway Sports)
| type        = Preview
}}

'''Norse Code Episode 339: Dinosaurs Against Thanos''' aired on September 25, 2020.

== Overview ==
This episode covers the Vikings' mounting injury concerns at cornerback and linebacker positions, the Todd Davis signing following Troy Dye's IR placement, and a preview of the upcoming matchup against the Tennessee Titans. The hosts also address numerous mailbag questions about the team's struggles and various football topics.

== Segments ==
; Opening : Injuries and roster moves
; Injuries/Signings : Discussion of cornerback and linebacker injuries, Riley Reiff concerns, Todd Davis signing analysis
; Titans Preview : Guest segment with Justin Melo previewing the Titans matchup
; Mailbag : Extensive listener questions covering team performance, player comparisons, and hypothetical scenarios

== Mailbag Questions ==
* Should we envision Derrick Henry running through the defensive line like a semi truck through a fence, or boulders rolling down a hill?
* Kristopher - Does Kirk Cousins and Kubiak realize they have Irv Smith? Is it a usage thing or a way to hide talent from the field while looking to 2021?
* Kenneth Allen - Can you explain the Jameis Winston hype train? Would you take Tannehill over Cousins factoring in their whole careers?
* Christopher/Cory Mondale - How does Todd Davis's skill set differ from Barr's and how will that change the defensive scheme?
* Vikes Fan 33 - How did DJ Wonnum look against the Colts compared to Jalyn Holmes's career?
* Billie LG - Is Rivers's success with Mo Alie-Cox due to Barr's injury, and does it preview what Tannehill and Jonnu Smith will do?
* Kyle Slaybee - How different would outlook be if Vikings had taken Jeff Simmons instead of Bradbury?
* Rahul - Why does it take Zimmer corners so long to acclimate compared to rookies like CJ Henderson and Jaylon Johnson?
* Todd - Is starting the entire Titans starting 11 a good fantasy idea?
* Damian Barrett - Has Arif finally changed his views on candy corn?
* Dukes Code - Request to vent frustrations on Dan Orlovsky
* Ryan - Relationship corner about Christmas decoration timing and time travel equipment rental policy
* Winchell - Betting odds question and Burlington, Vermont restaurant recommendations
* AJ - Will Derrick Henry have a truck and stiff arm spree? Also Star Wars movie rankings
* Don from Ohio - Over/Under 325 yards rushing for Henry vs Vikings, plus elaborate 2023 Carson Wentz Super Bowl scenario

== Guests ==
Justin Melo from Broadway Sports appeared for the Titans preview segment.

== Key Bits & Lore ==
Don from Ohio delivers an elaborate hypothetical scenario involving the 2023 Vikings, Trey Lance, Carson Wentz winning a Super Bowl, and Arif falling into a coma that requires Eric J. Thompson to read him stories of Wentz's success.

== Production Notes ==
Episode runtime referenced at 58:18 and 78:56. Various production timestamps noted throughout the show notes.

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