Shek and Rank kibitz with Minnesota Vikings defensive end Jared Allen about his worthy charity (HomesForWoundedWarriors.com), the 2013 Minnesota Vikings, playing outdoors, and which NFL mascots he could defeat in a fight. The fellas also welcome former Viking/current Raiders punter Chris Kluwe into Studio 66 to talk about his new book, “Beautifully Unique Sparkleponies,” his vocal support of gay rights, his band, road trip songs and kickers being too good. In addition, Around The League scribe Marc Sessler and Handsome Hank stop by for producer Black Tie's latest “Black List,” with topics including this summer's best sports story and Colin Kaepernick wearing a Miami Dolphins cap. Lastly, we end the podcast with a tune from Chris Kluwe's band, Tripping Icarus, titled "Misery." - - Learn more about your ad-choices at
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48 minutes
Feb 3, 2016
DDFP 426: Super Bowl 50 Week & Hall or Nothing / Shek sits down with Handsome Hank, Ike Taylor, and
DDFP 426: Super Bowl 50 Week & Hall or Nothing / Shek sits down with Handsome Hank, Ike Taylor, and Maurice Jones-Drew to talk about Super Bowl 50 and all of the festivities going on in San Francisco. They talk about both the Broncos and the Panthers road to Super Bowl 50, and which players they think played key roles to their success. Then Anthony Barr joins the show and talks about the Vikings loss to the Seahawks. The guys then talk Calvin Johnson's retirement, as well as his chances of entering the Hall of Fame. Will Calvin Johnson make the Hall of Fame? Where would the Broncos be without Peyton Manning? What is all that background noise? Find out more on DDFP. - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
60 minutes
Jan 10, 2016
Wild Card Weekend recap / A room filled with heroes – Colleen Wolfe, Gregg Rosenthal, Chris Wesseling, and Marc Sessler
Wild Card Weekend recap / A room filled with heroes – Colleen Wolfe, Gregg Rosenthal, Chris Wesseling, and Marc Sessler – go game-by-game breaking down all the action from the first round of the playoffs, including the Seahawks and Vikings facing off in frigid Minneapolis temperatures in a game that ended with a missed field goal, and propelled Seattle to the divisional round. Plus, the heroes recap the Chiefs dominant shutout performance against the Texans, and celebrate the return of the Wesstivus season. - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
52 minutes
Jan 7, 2016
DDFP 419: Wild Card Preview & AJ Hawk / Shek sits down with Handsome Hank and Matt "Money" Smith to
DDFP 419: Wild Card Preview & AJ Hawk / Shek sits down with Handsome Hank and Matt "Money" Smith to preview the upcoming Wild Card matchups. The guys talk about the Seattle Seahawks, Antonio Brown, J.J. Watt, and Adrian Peterson. Plus, and exclusive interview with Cincinnati's AJ Hawk. Can the Seahawks win in Minnesota? Find out more on DDFP. - - Watch the full show here (6pm ET): https://youtu.be/_0zTwtAQbA4 - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
1½ hours
Dec 10, 2015
Week 14 preview & Vikings vs. Cardinals recap / A room filled with heroes - Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal, Chris
Week 14 preview & Vikings vs. Cardinals recap / A room filled with heroes - Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal, Chris Wesseling and Marc Sessler – welcome in NFL Media’s Amber Theoharis as they go game-by-game breaking down each Week 14 matchup. But first, the heroes recap the Cardinals 23-20 victory over the Vikings to clinch a playoff spot in a game that went down to the wire. - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
44 minutes
Nov 19, 2015
DDFP 405: Week 11 preview & Terence Newman / Shek is joined by Handsome Hank and Patrick Claybon to make their
DDFP 405: Week 11 preview & Terence Newman / Shek is joined by Handsome Hank and Patrick Claybon to make their Week 11 "Red Challenge Flag" picks. Plus, Shek introduces the next installment of "Mascot Matchups," in which a Miami Dolphin duels with a Dallas Cowboy. Lastly, Shek and Handsome Hank speak with Minnesota Vikings cornerback Terence Newman about his 2003 Dallas Cowboys teammates, Teddy Bridgewater and being named NFC Defensive Player of the Week. - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
1 hour
Oct 22, 2015
DDFP 397: Week 7 preview & Kyle Rudolph / Shek is joined by Handsome Hank and Elliot Harrison to make
DDFP 397: Week 7 preview & Kyle Rudolph / Shek is joined by Handsome Hank and Elliot Harrison to make their Week 7 picks during the “Red Challenge Flag Picks” segment. Plus, Shek interviews Kyle Rudolph about his love of donuts, famous people named “Rudolph,” and his prediction for the upcoming Vikings vs. Lions matchup. - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
1 hour
Sep 15, 2015
MNF recap and Mrs. Lynch / A room filled with heroes - Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal, Chris Wesseling and Marc
MNF recap and Mrs. Lynch / A room filled with heroes - Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal, Chris Wesseling and Marc Sessler – recap the return of Monday Night Football including the Falcons taking down the Eagles and the 49ers defeating the Vikings. Then, the heroes preview the Thursday Night Football game between the Broncos and the Chiefs before Conor Orr joins the show to break down the latest NFL news. - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
57 minutes
May 26, 2015
Offseason narratives / A room filled with heroes -- Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal, Chris Wesseling and Marc Sessler -- react to the latest
Offseason narratives / A room filled with heroes -- Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal, Chris Wesseling and Marc Sessler -- react to the latest NFL news including Ray McDonald's release, Adrian Peterson's situation with the Vikings and Cam Newton's big goals (20:04). The guys then discuss the offseason narratives they don't trust. - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
1 hour
Mar 16, 2015
Wallace trade, Tebow workout, Lindsay Rhodes / A room filled with some heroes -- Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal and Marc
Wallace trade, Tebow workout, Lindsay Rhodes / A room filled with some heroes -- Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal and Marc Sessler -- continues its analysis of free agency, picking apart all the biggest news stories around the league. With NFL Media's Lindsay Rhodes in studio, the gang takes a look at Mike Wallace's trade to the Minnnesota Vikings, Tim Tebow's workout in The City of Brotherly Love and much, much more. - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
1 hour
Oct 3, 2014
Week 5 picks & Vikings vs. Packers recap / A room full of heroes -- Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal, Chris Wesseling and
Week 5 picks & Vikings vs. Packers recap / A room full of heroes -- Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal, Chris Wesseling and Marc Sessler -- preview every game on the Week 5 NFL schedule and recap the Packers 42-10 win over the Vikings. - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
1 hour
Aug 7, 2014
DDFP 280: Cordarrelle Patterson / Shek is joined Minnesota Vikings star receiver Cordarrelle Patterson to discuss believing in the hype,
DDFP 280: Cordarrelle Patterson / Shek is joined Minnesota Vikings star receiver Cordarrelle Patterson to discuss believing in the hype, his love for Beyonce, Teddy Bridgewater and Adrian Peterson. Elliot Harrison also stops by to preview the first weekend of preseason games. Lastly, NFL Fantasy Live analyst Michael Fabiano joins in on a fantasy football mock draft with Shek and producer Black Tie. - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
50 minutes
Jul 14, 2014
NFL ATL: Players set to slide / A room with some heroes -- Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal and Marc Sessler -- react
NFL ATL: Players set to slide / A room with some heroes -- Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal and Marc Sessler -- react to the latest news from around the league including Eli Manning's chances of returning to form, a defensive resurgence in Baltimore and the Browns' new mascot. The guys also debate which teams are "Super Bowl or bust" in 2014 and wrap up the "Making the Leap" series with an explosive playmaker in Minnesota. Lastly, which star players will begin to slide in 2014? - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
48 minutes
Jun 23, 2014
NFL ATL: Gronk's return & mailbag / A room with some heroes -- Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal and Chris Wesseling --
NFL ATL: Gronk's return & mailbag / A room with some heroes -- Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal and Chris Wesseling -- react to the latest NFL news including New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski's expected return to action and Cordarrelle Patterson's potential rise to no. 1 receiver for the Minnesota Vikings. Later, Marc Sessler calls in to reveal new "Making the Leap" candidates and the guys answer your mailbag questions. - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
1 hour
May 20, 2014
DDFP 258: Drew Brees / Shek & Rank chat with New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees about his team's new
DDFP 258: Drew Brees / Shek & Rank chat with New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees about his team's new additions this offseason, the greatness of Jimmy Graham and hanging out with Matthew McConaughey and Brad Pitt. Handsome Hank then joins to debate what NFL positions "Game of Thrones" characters could play and reaction to Super Bowl LII in Minnesota. Plus, Dameshek on why the NFC North could be the NFL's best division in 2014. - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
48 minutes
Nov 8, 2013
NFL ATL: Week 10 preview, TNF recap / A room full of heroes, Gregg Rosenthal, Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler and
NFL ATL: Week 10 preview, TNF recap / A room full of heroes, Gregg Rosenthal, Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler and Chris Wesseling give you a full Week 10 preview and break down the top games to watch. The crew also recaps all of the action from NFL Network’s “Thursday Night Football” matchup between the Washington Redskins and Minnesota Vikings. Also, don’t miss the gang’s hero picks this week. Join the conversation on Twitter: @NFL_ATL or #NFLATL. - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
33 minutes
Nov 6, 2013
NFL ATL: Week 10 TNF Preview / A room full of heroes -- Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler and Chris Wesseling
NFL ATL: Week 10 TNF Preview / A room full of heroes -- Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler and Chris Wesseling -- previews the Week 10 “Thursday Night Football” matchup between the Washington Redskins and Minnesota Vikings. The crew discusses what the Aaron Rodgers injury means for the Green Bay Packers and will “Stick a Fork” in one unlucky team. Find out if Wesseling is getting closer to sticking a fork in his softball pants. Join the conversation on Twitter: @NFL_ATL or #NFLATL - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
1 hour
Dec 20, 2012
DDFP 116: NFL Week 16 preview, holiday traditions / Shek and Rank preview the biggest games of Week 16 with
DDFP 116: NFL Week 16 preview, holiday traditions / Shek and Rank preview the biggest games of Week 16 with England’s Handsome Hank, who shares a few holiday traditions of his own. The guys weigh in on Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson’s quest for the single-season rushing record. Plus, which NFL player has the least intimidating name? The guys take to Twitter to answer that and many more fan questions before Black Tie gives his weekly shoutout; The “Around the League” gang @MarcSesslerNFL & @DanHanzus chat with ATL editor Gregg Rosenthal about the demise of the Jets -- and our civilization, if you buy what the Mayans are selling. - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
1 hour
Sep 27, 2012
DDFP 95: Percy Harvin & A.J. Hawk / Shek, @AdamRank & Handsome (@NFLUKHank) get you ready for Week 4 with the musical
DDFP 95: Percy Harvin & A.J. Hawk / Shek, @AdamRank & Handsome (@NFLUKHank) get you ready for Week 4 with the musical help of one-man house band @RichBanksMusic, and Vikings star wide receiver Percy Harvin, who discusses looking down at the Packers and Lions in the standings, the Gators/Seminoles rivalry he's got with his quarterback Christian Ponder, and his favorite TV show. The fellas also check in with DDFP Secretary of Film and Green Bay Packers linebacker A.J. Hawk to talk best/worst movie deaths. And finally, “Around the League” scribes @DanHanzus & @MarcSesslerNFL debut their debate segment with thoughts on the sorry state of the N.Y. Jetropolitans. - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
40 minutes
Sep 18, 2012
DDFP 92: NFL Week 2 recap & Patrick Willis / On Episode 92, Shek and Rank welcome the 49ers’ world-class
DDFP 92: NFL Week 2 recap & Patrick Willis / On Episode 92, Shek and Rank welcome the 49ers’ world-class linebacker Patrick Willis to the show to discuss the influence of Jim Harbaugh and the team's matchup with the Vikings on Sunday. Around The League scribes @DanHanzus & Mr Fancy Pants @MarcSesslerNFL join in to talk Schiano v Coughlin, Sanchez v Tebow, and Peyton Manning after his three-pick performance vs. Atlanta. Plus, Black Tie continues giving shout outs to the working class and begins the “No more kneel-downs” crusade BEFORE Jerry Jones. Lastly, the guys end the show with a tribute to the great Steve Sabol. - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
48 minutes
Oct 27, 2011
DDFP: Fred Jackson & Jack Youngblood check in -- Side A / Episode #31 proved to be too much show
DDFP: Fred Jackson & Jack Youngblood check in -- Side A / Episode #31 proved to be too much show for just one podcast, so be sure after you listen to Side A, you flip it over to Side B to hear our discussion with Rank's delightful boyhood hero, the rugged Jack Youngblood. - Side A: Rank ambushes the show with his one-on-one interview with Bills star Fred 'Action' Jackson; we also bring in Handsome Hank to yap about the silly controversy surrounding Ndamukong Suh's alleged remarks directed at Matt Ryan; we also talk about Timmy Tebow's short and long-term future under center; we introduce the newest Tie to our rack of producers; and we jump in the DeLorean and head to next Tuesday to see who wins this weekend's big games. - Side B: Jack Youngblood kibitzes about playing on a broken leg; the (mis)treatment he's gotten from his old franchise since it moved to St Louis; the Rams' '79 run to the Super Bowl; tearing his bum on the ice in Minnesota; and more! - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
35 minutes
Oct 27, 2011
DDFP: Fred Jackson & Jack Youngblood check in -- Side B / Episode #31 proved to be too much show
DDFP: Fred Jackson & Jack Youngblood check in -- Side B / Episode #31 proved to be too much show for just one podcast, so be sure after you listen to Side A, you flip it over to Side B to hear our discussion with Rank's delightful boyhood hero, the rugged Jack Youngblood. - Side A: Rank ambushes the show with his one-on-one interview with Bills star Fred 'Action' Jackson; we also bring in Handsome Hank to yap about the silly controversy surrounding Ndamukong Suh's alleged remarks directed at Matt Ryan; we also talk about Timmy Tebow's short and long-term future under center; we introduce the newest Tie to our rack of producers; and we jump in the DeLorean and head to next Tuesday to see who wins this weekend's big games. - Side B: Jack Youngblood kibitzes about playing on a broken leg; the (mis)treatment he's gotten from his old franchise since it moved to St Louis; the Rams' '79 run to the Super Bowl; tearing his bum on the ice in Minnesota; and more! - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
53 minutes
Sep 15, 2011
DDFP: Eternal Life and the Nature of Fandom / Shek & Rank welcome the author of 'The Postmortal' / Deadspin
DDFP: Eternal Life and the Nature of Fandom / Shek & Rank welcome the author of 'The Postmortal' / Deadspin writer / all-around swell fella, Drew Magary, to kibbitz about eternal life, rooting for the Vikings, and forcing your kids to cheer for your teams; Shek & Rank also discuss the big stories of NFL Week One, including Romo's choke, the Steelers' defensive collapse, and Chad 85's affection for his new team; the guys then jump in the DeLorean and take it up to 88mph to see which teams win Week Two's biggest games. You'll like it - or your money back. - - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com