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Episode 331

The Covid Year™

Hosts Arif Hasan, James Pogatshnik
Guests None
Type Preview

August 2020

Norse Code Episode 331: The Covid Year™ aired in August 2020 during Vikings training camp.

Overview

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This episode covered Vikings training camp during the COVID-19 pandemic, discussed roster depth concerns at cornerback and wide receiver, and addressed Dalvin Cook contract negotiations. The hosts also responded to extensive mailbag questions about the team's prospects and various off-topic queries.

Segments

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Opening
Cleanup segment
Training Camp
COVID-era training camp discussion, CB concerns, WR depth chart, OL depth with focus on LG/Ezra Cleveland
Mr. Mankato
Discussion of under-the-radar Vikings players odds
Cook Talks
Dalvin Cook contract situation
Mailbag
Extended listener questions segment

Mailbag Questions

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  • Nolan - What does Arif have to say about being called an honorary member of Seahawks twitter on Mina Kimes's podcast by Gregg Rosenthal?
  • Vikings Wales - Are we good?
  • Ian Pauli - Which bubble player will fans grow an unhealthy attachment to this year, like Kyle Sloter?
  • John - What's the best Guard position for Pat Elfline to maximize protection schemes? Left Guard, Right Guard, or Security Guard?
  • Luke Braun - Is the increase in de-converting players a change in Zimmer's philosophy or related to coaching departures?
  • What's the best use for leftover bacon fat?
  • Tampa Bay Vipers 4 Life - Who will be starting at NT and 3T?
  • Andrew - How will home-field advantage be affected point spread-wise this season, and will piped-in crowd noise cause communication issues?
  • Nick Olson - Any notable scheme changes visible in camp?
  • Big Tony - Are the Vikings emphasizing creating more turnovers on defense this year?
  • Kenneth Allen - Thoughts on trading for Ngakoue and affording two tagged players? If Zimmer publicly called out Arif, what would it be for?
  • Kyle Slaybee - Has Russell Wilson seized the means of offensive production yet?
  • Professor poop - Given the "poopiness" of paying running backs, is extending Cook for 8-12 million over 4 years less poopy than drafting another RB in the second round?
  • Damian Barrett - Betting tips for the upcoming season?
  • Christopher Wiley - Which YouTuber would you choose to make you dinner?
  • Tommy Gunn's Wife - Follow-up on sour cream relationship question and passive-aggressive dish washing

Production Notes

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  • Cleanup segments at: 62:16, 81:19, 95:48, 157:50
  • Referenced Mr. Mankato odds article from skornorth.com