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The Vikings secondary is in flux after a couple free-agent additions and the arrest of cornerback Jeff Gladney. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss the defense, recent talks with Mike Zimmer and Michael Pierce, and the NFL-NFLPA's fight over offseason workouts.

The Vikings found money to improve Mike Zimmer's defense, but their major moves in free agency so far put further pressure on the rest of the team. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss free agency and answer your questions about the offensive line, secondary and the NFL Draft.

The Vikings are shedding salaries ahead of a unique NFL free agency market, which will feature some recognizable names as teams try to get under a cap that's nearly $16 million lower than last year. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss the cuts, what's ahead, as well as Danielle Hunter's situation.

The Vikings need to create financial room on the 2021 books to do much of anything. So, where's it coming from? Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss the possibilities for a front office that may need to release a key contributor or two while also reworking other contracts on the current roster. 

Jared Goff in, Matthew Stafford out. Are any other quarterback changes coming in the NFC North? What's going on with the Vikings coaching staff? Who ya got -- Bucs or Chiefs? Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss in the latest Access Vikings podcast.

The NFL's final four teams are dominated by elite-level QB play. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss that through a Vikings lens, and untangle the web of connections remaining playoff teams have to Minnesota. They also open up the mailbag.

The Vikings need at least one new coordinator and likely two with offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak expected to retire. But Mike Zimmer doesn't want much to change about the offense. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss the 2021 offseason priorities and take your questions on the latest Access Vikings podcast.

Justin Jefferson put a stamp on his all-time rookie NFL season in Detroit, where the Vikings held on for a 37-35 win that says far less about where this team is headed. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Jim Souhan discuss Jefferson, coach Mike Zimmer's postgame claim and more in the latest Access Vikings podcast.

What can the Vikings gain from Sunday's season finale at Detroit? Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss a team headed for the exits, the future of veterans like tight end Kyle Rudolph and left tackle Riley Reiff, and more in the latest Access Vikings podcast.

The Vikings defense had never given up 583 yards before Friday, and it was 1963 when an opponent last scored as much as the Saints' 52 points. Does the embarrassment reflect more than just an injury-riddled roster? Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Jim Souhan discuss in the latest Access Vikings podcast.

The Vikings return to New Orleans less than a year after their overtime NFC wild-card playoff win in January. But this trip doesn't have the same buzz about it, for many reasons. Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer discuss Friday's game, receiver Justin Jefferson and more in the latest Access Vikings podcast.

The Vikings defense is decimated by injuries, and it looked the part during Sunday's 33-27 loss to the Bears. The latest December home loss to Chicago nearly shuts the door on the Vikings' playoff hopes. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Jim Souhan discuss in the latest Access Vikings podcast.

Kirk Cousins says sacks can be a quarterback stat, too, while he's been sacked a season high in back-to-back games. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss what Cousins can control, what he can't and preview Vikings-Bears on Sunday with NFC playoff implications.

Kicker Dan Bailey's 0-for-4 day headlines the Vikings' 26-14 loss in Tampa Bay on Sunday, when a strong start on offense was wasted by the missed kicks, penalties and another busted coverage. Does this clarify the Vikings' standing in the NFC playoff race? Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Jim Souhan discuss in the latest Access Vikings podcast.

The NFC playoff field is muddled, so why can't the Vikings (6-6) emerge? The reasons could show Sunday against fellow playoff contender in Tampa Bay, where the Buccaneers (7-5) have slipped but have a ton of star power. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand preview Sunday's game on the latest Access Vikings podcast.

The Vikings' many mistakes in Sunday's 27-24 overtime win against the Jaguars weren't too much to overcome. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Chip Scoggins discuss the problems that persist for a 6-6 team still in the playoff chase.

Mike Zimmer insists the Vikings want to "be smart" with running back Dalvin Cook, who leads the NFL in yards from scrimmage and is second in touches. So, why not start watching his workload Sunday against the Jaguars' 31st-ranked defense? Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss that and more on the latest Access Vikings podcast.

While his former Vikings coaches spoke of Teddy Bridgewater as a clutch performer they didn't want to put in a must-win situation, it was Kirk Cousins who led the game-winning drive during Sunday's 28-27 win vs. Carolina. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Jim Souhan discuss postgame from U.S. Bank Stadium.

Will the Vikings secondary rebound Sunday against another strong receiver group in the Carolina Panthers? Will their quarterback, Teddy Bridgewater, spark some what-if's among Vikings fans? Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer discuss on the latest Access Vikings podcast.

Unreliability across the board came back to doom the Vikings during Sunday's 31-28 loss to the Cowboys at U.S. Bank Stadium. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Jim Souhan recap the loss, including defensive woes and special teams problems that were too much to overcome.