Editing Episode 380

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{{EpisodeInfobox
| number      = 380
| title       = Case Cookus
| hosts       = Arif Hasan, James Pogatshnik
| guests      = None
| type        = Preview
}}

'''Norse Code Episode 380: Case Cookus''' was a preseason preview episode discussing the Vikings' performance against Denver and roster cuts.

== Overview ==
The episode covered the Vikings' preseason game against Denver, recent roster cuts, and various team evaluations. The hosts discussed player performances, coaching decisions, and addressed numerous mailbag questions about the team's direction and individual player assessments.

== Segments ==
; Opening : Union 32 Craft House thanks, Patreon acknowledgments
; Denver Game Review : Analysis of preseason performance
; Roster Cuts : Discussion of recent player releases
; Mailbag : Extensive listener questions covering team outlook, player evaluations, and various topics

== Mailbag Questions ==
* Ryan Mensenn - Parenting question about introducing Vikings fandom trauma to newborn child expected in January
* Doctor Bops - Is Zimmer's extra honesty in press conferences due to performance pressure or frustration with backup players?
* SurlyCooper - Help with fluctuating between "playoff team" and "hot garbage fire" assessments
* Kenneth Allen - Discrepancy between Zimmer's public comments on Mond's performance vs. Mond's response
* Browning is your Savior - Conspiracy theory about players making Kirk look bad
* Anonymous - Running back preference question: consistent 3-6 yard gains vs. boom-bust style
* James Kunau - Grade differences with PFF on Wyatt Davis and other players; Dantzler regression concerns
* Professor Poop - No question, just enjoyed the game
* Big Tony - Which positions will Vikings target on waiver wire
* Hunter - Athletic ordering of young DEs Wonnum, Jones, and Robinson
* Disgusting Act - Potential coaching candidates for January
* Tri-po-loss-kee - Justin Fields comparison to Russell Wilson
* Chris - New hitting low rule explanation
* Kevin - Request to add "Pot Stirrer" to Arif's introduction titles
* Ian Pauli - Twitter arguments quota in Arif's Athletic contract
* Ted Glover - Preference between paper cuts and axe cuts
* Elliot Slade - Request for treatise on "Critical Bee Race Theory"
* Nick Howard - Ben DiNucci preseason review request
* Rahul - Joey Votto analytics comparison to Harrison Smith
* Nolan Kehler - Moon landing question and NFL improvement suggestions
* Don From Ohio - Arif's fashion choices reference
* James' wedding suit corner - Tie color recommendation for dark grey suit
* Riccardo - When will 3-year-old daughter stop being difficult, Kirk Cousins comparison

== Key Bits & Lore ==
* Case Cookus reference in episode title
* Don From Ohio mailbag appearance
* James' wedding suit corner segment
* Arif's various titles and expertise areas referenced by listeners
* Professor Poop regular contributor

== Production Notes ==
* Episode runtime: 100:50
* Cut to 114:14
* Episode reference number: 8247

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[[Category:Season 2021]]

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