Episode 329
This is Probably Peter King's Fault
| Hosts | Arif Hasan, James Pogatshnik |
| Guests | None |
| Type | Mailbag |
Norse Code Episode 329: This is Probably Peter King's Fault was a mailbag episode focusing heavily on COVID-19's impact on the NFL season and Vikings roster moves.
Overview
[edit]The episode covered the Vikings' COVID-19 reserve list additions including Justin Jefferson, coaching staff changes with Eric Sugarman, Mike Zimmer's contract extension, and Dalvin Cook's agent situation. A lengthy mailbag segment addressed COVID safety protocols, potential season cancellation, and various Vikings personnel questions.
Segments
[edit]- Opening
- Eric Sugarman coaching staff news
- COVID Updates
- Vikings players placed on COVID-19 reserve list
- Front Office
- Mike Zimmer extension and Dalvin Cook agent controversy
- Personnel
- Everson Griffen's potential Packers interest
- Mailbag
- Extended mailbag covering COVID protocols, trades, and fantasy football
Mailbag Questions
[edit]- Professor Poop - Rate the NFL's COVID safety plan on a 0-10 "poopiness scale" and assess season cancellation risk
- Not a Pakistani Architect - Should the Vikings have traded out of the first round for multiple picks in rounds 2-3?
- Chris - How would Dak Prescott compare to Kirk Cousins if he joined the Vikings?
- Bill Bottke - Analysis of Mike Sando's Athletic article ranking NFL quarterbacks, specifically claims about Kirk Cousins vs Tom Brady, Matt Ryan comparisons, and Jimmy Garoppolo similarities
- Duke's Code - Why didn't Anthony Harris command a 2nd round pick in trade talks when Jamal Adams got multiple first rounders?
- Andrew Schad - If Arif were NFL Commissioner, what changes would he make to ensure a safe 2020 season? Also: best donut varieties and Minnesota locations
- Numerophile - What happens first: Washington Football Team naming or fans returning to stadiums?
- Ian Pauli - Explain League of Legends esports structure assuming season cancellation
- Nolan - Arif's reaction to Mina Kimes mentioning him on Seahawks Twitter
- Kyle Slaybee - How quickly will the NFL fail at COVID prevention like MLB?
- Damian Barrett & Tony - Fantasy league penalties for players contracting COVID
- Don from Ohio - Safety protocols for fantasy league participants and request for 1998 Vikings game rewatches if season cancelled; wood pellet grill recommendations
Key Bits & Lore
[edit]Don from Ohio makes his characteristic appearance with multiple questions, including his signature request for classic Vikings content and practical life advice about grilling equipment.
Production Notes
[edit]Episode runtime: 45:00 to 99:45
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