The Alec Lewis Show

<p>Alec Lewis, the Minnesota Vikings beat writer at The Athletic, hosts a twice-weekly podcast. He'll talk about the latest Vikings news. He'll analyze training camp practices and in-season games. He'll chat with players, coaches, team personnel, media members, family members and notable Vikings fans about the 2024 season and beyond.</p>

The Athletic's Colton Pouncy previews Vikings-Lions matchup talking Ben Johnson, Detroit defense and more: Ep. 25 | The Alec Lewis Show

Colton Pouncy, who covers the Detroit Lions for The Athletic, joins The Alec Lewis Show to preview Sunday's matchup between Lions and Vikings. Pouncy discusses Aidan Hutchinson's serious injury, talks about the Lions' upgraded secondary and explains how Ben Johnson's offense has become arguably the best in the NFL.

10-17
31:50

Post-bye Vikings thoughts: Health of Aaron Jones and T.J. Hockenson, Ed Ingram situation, trade deadline and more: Ep. 24 | The Alec Lewis Show

Alec Lewis, The Athletic's Minnesota Vikings beat writer, gives his thoughts on the Vikings after the bye week. He talks about the health of Aaron Jones and T.J. Hockenson, the Ed Ingram situation at right guard, the upcoming trade deadline and more.

10-14
31:00

Five big-picture takeaways and thoughts from Vikings' win and bye week featuring Sam Darnold, Aaron Jones and more: Ep. 23 | The Alec Lewis Show

Alec Lewis, The Athletic's Minnesota Vikings beat writer, gives his thoughts on Sunday's Vikings-Jets game. He discusses Sam Darnold's performance, what Aaron Jones's injury means, the Stephon Gilmore signing and more to consider over the bye week.

10-08
26:18

The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt previews London matchup between Vikings and Jets: Ep. 22 | The Alec Lewis Show

Zack Rosenblatt, who covers the New York Jets for The Athletic, joins The Alec Lewis Show to preview Sunday's matchup in London between the Jets and Vikings. Rosenblatt dissects Aaron Rodgers' early-season performance, assesses the Jets' defensive start and even considers the likelihood of a Davante Adams trade.

10-03
29:58

Five big-picture takeaways and thoughts from Vikings' win and Jets game to come: Ep. 21 | The Alec Lewis Show

Alec Lewis, The Athletic's Vikings beat writer, compiles five big takeaways and thoughts following an All-22 film review of the Vikings' win against the Packers in Week 4. His points also tie directly to what to look for and be thinking about before this Sunday's game against the Jets. He touches on Sam Darnold, what Green Bay tried to do against the Vikings’ defense, a player who is standing out on the All-22 film and Dallas Turner.

10-01
34:06

Vikings-Packers preview talking Justin Jefferson, Jaire Alexander, Aaron Jones and more: Ep. 20 | The Alec Lewis Show

Alec Lewis, The Athletic's Minnesota Vikings beat writer, gives his thoughts on Sunday's Vikings-Packers game. He discusses Justin Jefferson's matchup with Jaire Alexander, Aaron Jones's return to Lambeau Field, Jeff Hafley's new defense, what Jordan Addison's return means for the offense and more.

09-27
14:45

Five big-picture takeaways and thoughts from Vikings' win and Packers game to come: Ep. 19 | The Alec Lewis Show

Alec Lewis, The Athletic's Vikings beat writer, compiles five big takeaways and thoughts following an All-22 film review of the Vikings' win against the Texans in Week 3. His points also tie directly to what to look for and be thinking about before this Sunday's game against the Packers.

09-24
34:43

Vikings edge rusher Patrick Jones II talks start to 2024 success and offseason motivation: Ep. 18 | The Alec Lewis Show

Patrick Jones II, the Vikings' edge rusher who currently ranks No. 2 in the NFL in sacks with four, joins The Alec Lewis Show to talk about his early-season success. He believes his production reverts back to his best-ever offseason, one fueled by a 2023 season he felt like he disappointed. A fascinating perspective on one of the most obvious bright spots thus far for Minnesota.

09-21
15:54

MatchQuarters' Cody Alexander talks Brian Flores' Vikings defense, offensive production in the NFL and more: Ep. 17 | The Alec Lewis Show

Cody Alexander, a former college football coach who now owns MatchQuarters, joins The Alec Lewis Show to talk about the Vikings' defense. Alexander gives his thoughts on the progression under defensive coordinator Brian Flores. He also discusses the current narratives revolving around offensive production in the NFL.

09-20
45:33

Five big-picture takeaways and thoughts from Vikings' win and Texans game to come: Ep. 16 | The Alec Lewis Show

Alec Lewis, The Athletic's Vikings beat writer, compiles five big takeaways and thoughts following an All-22 film review of the Vikings' win against the 49ers in Week 2. His points also tie directly to what to look for and be thinking about before this Sunday's game against the Texans.

09-17
31:43

49ers writer David Lombardi previews Sunday's Vikings matchup: Ep. 15 | The Alec Lewis Show

David Lombardi, a longtime San Francisco 49ers writer, joins The Alec Lewis Show to preview the 49ers-Vikings game Sunday. He and Alec Lewis discuss the ins and outs of the game, from how the Vikings will stop the 49ers' run game, to the interior of the Vikings' offensive line against the 49ers' pass rush.

09-14
43:58

Five big-picture takeaways and thoughts from Vikings' win and 49ers game to come: Ep. 14 | The Alec Lewis Show

Alec Lewis, The Athletic's Vikings beat writer, compiles five big takeaways and thoughts following an All-22 film review of the Vikings' win against the Giants in Week 1. His points also tie directly to what to look for and be thinking about before this Sunday's game against the 49ers.

09-10
32:28

The Athletic's Charlotte Carroll previews Minnesota Vikings-New York Giants matchup in Week 1: Ep. 13 | The Alec Lewis Show

Charlotte Carroll, one of The Athletic's New York Giants writers, joins The Alec Lewis Show to preview Sunday's opening matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and New York Giants. Carroll offers perspective on what expectations are around the Giants and shares what she thinks the Giants will need to do to win the game.

09-06
45:51

Vikings superstar receiver Justin Jefferson explains why he's excited for 2024 and much more: Ep. 12 | The Alec Lewis Show

Justin Jefferson, the Vikings' superstar receiver, joins The Alec Lewis Show to talk about why he's excited for the 2024 season, what he thinks about the way the team has been perceived and much more.

09-05
20:44

Final Vikings 53-man roster projection thoughts, analysis and tidbits: Ep. 11 | The Alec Lewis Show

Alec Lewis, the Minnesota Vikings beat writer at The Athletic, quickly recaps Saturday's Eagles victory, then launches into his 53-man roster projection. He offers some tidbits on his decisions, explains some of the movement that could happen over the next 72 hours and more.

08-24
31:24

KFAN's Eric Nordquist reviews Stephon Gilmore signing, gives thoughts on Vikings roster bubble and more: Ep. 10 | The Alec Lewis Show

Eric Nordquist, a KFAN personality in Minnesota, joins The Alec Lewis Show to review the Vikings' recent signing of cornerback Stephon Gilmore. Nordquist also provides his perspective on the roster bubble with about a week until cut day.

08-20
50:46

The Athletic's Zac Jackson offers Browns perspective from Vikings joint practices, talks Sam Darnold and Deshaun Watson: Ep. 9 | The Alec Lewis Show

Zac Jackson, the Cleveland Browns beat writer at The Athletic, joins The Alec Lewis Show to recap joint practices. He gives the Browns' perspective of the last couple of days in Berea, talking Deshaun Watson, Myles Garrett, Martin Emerson Jr., and how they looked against Minnesota's groups.

08-16
42:35

Purple Insider's Matthew Coller recaps joint practices, talks Sam Darnold projection and more: Ep. 8 | The Alec Lewis Show

Matthew Coller, who hosts Purple Insider, joined The Alec Lewis Show from Cleveland, where the Vikings participated in joint practices with the Browns. He and Alec discussed Sam Darnold's performance, Brian Flores's defense, expectations for 2024 without J.J. McCarthy and more.

08-15
53:14

J.J. McCarthy's knee soreness, Vikings-Browns joint practices and a preseason mailbag: Ep. 7 | The Alec Lewis Show

Alec Lewis, the Minnesota Vikings beat writer at The Athletic, talks about the J.J. McCarthy's knee soreness, gives some of his thoughts on Saturday's preseason games and previews joint practices with the Cleveland Browns.

08-13
41:49

Defector's Drew Magary, a longtime Vikings fan, previews Raiders preseason game: Ep. 6 | The Alec Lewis Show

Drew Magary, an author and writer for Defector and SFGate, is a longtime Minnesota Vikings fan. He joined "The Alec Lewis Show" to talk about what he wants to see in Saturday's game against the Raiders, and what he will consider a successful season in 2024.

08-09
39:25

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