- SKOR North's Phil Mackey lays down the gauntlet and says we all need to have a conversation about just how good this Vikings team is. He chronicles Sam Darnold's career and how he was set up to fail in New York when he was originally drafted and how the Vikings have finally been able to unlock his potential. 

- KSTP's Chris Egert shares information on a number of stabbings that occurred over the weekend, and a discussion about the construction happening around the Twin Cities and how it has impacted areas like Lake Street. Plus a Wisconsin college official is in hot water over a home movie.

- Bob Sansevere talks about how good the Vikings defense has been so far and if it's the best defense since the Purple People Eaters, and how good the team has looked on offense without Jordan Addison or TJ Hockenson so far. Plus Bob shares his thoughts on the atmosphere of US Bank Stadium.

- Kristyn Burtt talks about the impact living with P. Diddy had on Justin Bieber and Usher and how both are now under the microscope with everything going on involving Diddy. Along with a chat about how he and Bill Cosby used to talk about their acts openly with no repercussions. Plus some other headlines from the entertainment world.

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