Kickoff Countdown Week 18 - Minnesota Vikings look to simplify offense in McCarthy's return

From hunting for hits on the football field, to a much different kind of hunting: how this city kid found his true calling. And a Vikings hall-of-famer creates his own kind of Canton, here in Minnesota. Plus, the Big Ticket is back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Vikings face the Cowboys in prime time Sunday, how will J.J. McCarthy fair? And, a St. Cloud native in the NFL prepares to suit-up against his hometown team. Plus, the former Viking QB who passed-on his gift for the game. Why can't St. Thomas offer football scholarships as a D-I team? Good Question. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Vikings look to build momentum in J.J. McCarthy's return. Plus, a group of former Albert Lea athletes relive the gridiron glory days visiting college football powerhouses around the country.  And how a former Big 10 referee Mike Cannon is giving back to the next generation in Minnesota football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Gopher QB Max Brosmer may make his first start Sunday against the Seahawks, and Warren Moon breaks down what he's seeing from J.J. McCarthy ahead of the matchup between Moon's two former teams. Plus, a father-son Gopher duo gives back around the holidays and meet the Minnesotan who's seeing success in a jump to D-1 football this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How the Vikings and packers are getting ready for the NFC North Rivalry, and a new business venture keeping former Viking Kyle Rudolph busy after his NFL career. Plus, a one-man wrecking crew taking down college Q-B's. Meet the Minnesotan leading the nation in interceptions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why Justin Jefferson says he's ready to be a leader this week against Chicago, and They capture the attention of the audience while Honoring our nation's history. How do the Vikings choose who gets to sing the National Anthem? Plus, a Minnesota football family seeing success in high school and college this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Vikings look to keep it rolling against the Ravens and gain ground in the NFC North. Meet the former Hill-Murray star now shining for the University of North Dakota. Plus, how St. Ben's is growing the game of women's flag football in Minnesota. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Minnesota heads to Motor City as J.J. McCarthy resumes his starting role.  How justin jefferson is looking to stay aggressive despite the quarterback carousel. Plus, how close Hall of Famer Dave Winfield came to playing for the Vikings, and Minnesota's Arena Football team provides an outlet for athletes from all walks of life. Meet the people under the pads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Extended interview with former Minnesota Gopher and NFL Wideout Eric Decker Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Minnesota looks to beat Los Angeles, and we chat with former Gopher and NFL Wide Receiver Eric Decker about life off the field. PLUS: Vikings Tight End and former Hawkeye T.J. Hockenson on the University of Minnesota matchup with his alma mater, and from a broken back to break-out season, the University of St. Thomas standout this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices