Podcast: Our reporters answer your Vikings questions

Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker of the Minnesota Star Tribune open the mailbag to discuss the team’s draft needs, possible roster cuts and the NFL playoffs.

The Minnesota Star Tribune
January 22, 2026 at 4:21PM
Vikings cornerback Byron Murphy Jr. had two interceptions during the 2025 NFL season after signing a lucrative contract extension. (Jerry Holt/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker of the Minnesota Star Tribune discuss Vikings receiver Jordan Addison being cleared of charges in a recent arrest. They also open the mailbag to answer your questions about the Vikings’ draft needs, cornerback Byron Murphy Jr., potential roster cuts and more. And will Vikings fans be subjected to a Super Bowl between Sam Darnold and Drake Maye?

The Access Vikings crew is planning a few live appearances throughout the offseason, starting with a get-together to watch the NFC Championship Game between the Seahawks and the Rams on Sunday, Jan. 25. They will be at Union 32 Craft House (2864 Highway 55) in Eagan at 5:30 p.m. Join them for all or part of the game to talk football as we see who will represent the conference in Super Bowl 60.

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