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{{EpisodeInfobox<br />
| number = 378<br />
| title = Eight years of corners, cooking advice, supporting the Dukes, Nessie, and occasionally covering the Vikings<br />
| hosts = Arif Hasan, James Pogatshnik<br />
| guests = Nessie<br />
| type = Training Camp<br />
}}<br />
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'''Norse Code Episode 378: Eight years of corners, cooking advice, supporting the Dukes, Nessie, and occasionally covering the Vikings''' was a training camp episode covering Vikings vaccination issues and training camp updates.<br />
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== Overview ==<br />
The episode focused heavily on Mike Zimmer's public frustration with unvaccinated players and the potential impact on the team's season. The hosts discussed the quarterback situation following what they termed the "Kirkish Genocide," training camp reports, and various fan questions about team strategy and player decisions.<br />
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== Segments ==<br />
; Opening : 7828 reference<br />
; Live Show Announcements : Eagan live show at Union 32 Craft House on August 12th<br />
; QB Situation : Discussion of quarterback depth after Kirk Cousins issues, including Jake Browning's performance<br />
; Zimmer's Vaccination Frustration : Analysis of coach's public comments about unvaccinated players<br />
; Training Camp Reports : Updates from Vikings camp<br />
; Mailbag : Extensive fan questions covering various topics<br />
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== Mailbag Questions ==<br />
* Chris - Is there any evidence that a vaccine might trigger a positive PED test as justification for refusing vaccination?<br />
* Offbeat Skol Chant - Does QB1 Browning qualify for Mr Mankato?<br />
* Ryan - Should fans freak out about Dozier's prominence and Wyatt moving to center? Also, has Arif developed a plan to take down his "bitter rival" (converted safety-turned-QB in San Francisco)?<br />
* Kyle Slaybee - Why is everyone mad at Kirk Cousins for not getting vaccinated when he updates Avast and avoids suspicious links (robot body joke)? Also, who plays more non-special teams snaps: K.J. Osborn or Harrison Hand?<br />
* Matt Fries - Will Arif stand outside the COVID-19 testing line to report on unvaccinated players?<br />
* Andrew - What passive aggressive play could Zimmer use to get more players vaccinated?<br />
* Andrew Schad - Any indication from practice time about situational football focus this year?<br />
* Michael - If Vikings face a game without viable QB1 due to COVID protocols, how can the offense get creative? Cook under center?<br />
* Skol - Are you allowed to cut players on the COVID-19 list? Why hasn't Nate Stanley been released?<br />
* Nolan Kehler - When Vernon Adams takes over as QB1, how will Klint change the scheme?<br />
* Dr. Aron Matson - What changes would make the NFL trade deadline as interesting as other sports?<br />
* Don from Ohio - Arif's outdoor photography tips for not scaring animals; Is Arif surprised Wentz's injury isn't season-ending?<br />
* Luke Braun - Best way to get rid of a raccoon (Arif's cornering corner)<br />
* Keith - Advice on fostering engagement and manufacturing chaos in workplace fantasy league<br />
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== Guests ==<br />
Nessie was mentioned as appearing at the upcoming Eagan live show.<br />
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== Key Bits & Lore ==<br />
* Don from Ohio made his regular appearance with questions about Arif's photography skills and Wentz injuries<br />
* "Arif's cornering corner" referenced as an ongoing segment<br />
* Reference to "Mr Mankato" designation<br />
* Chris Tomasson's bet on pass attempts mentioned<br />
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[[Category:Season 2021]]<br />
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─</div>Damian