EPISODE · Feb 6, 2026 · 1H 14M
Post-Kwesi Era: Frank Smith's Role, Coaching Changes & Vikings Future | The Real Forno Show🎙️🏈
from Vikings 1st & SKOL: A Minnesota Vikings podcast · host FFSN
The Real Forno Show: Minnesota Vikings 2026 Outlook and Mock Draft Insights — In this episode of The Real Forno Show, host Tyler Forness discusses how recent additions to the Minnesota Vikings' front office and coaching staff will impact the team in 2026 and beyond. Key hires include Rob Brzezinski’s temporary salary cap consultant Matthew Thomas. The show also delves into the importance of assistant coaches like Keith Carter and newly acquired assistant head coach Frank Smith, emphasizing their roles in the team's success. Additionally, Tyler performs a detailed seven-round mock draft, evaluating the best options for the Vikings, including prospects like Caleb Banks, Chris Johnson, and Emmett Johnson. The episode concludes with a discussion on the significance of maintaining a strong coaching and front office structure. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:26 Meet the Host: Tyler Forness 01:12 The Importance of Assistant Coaches 02:28 Front Office News: Rob Brzezinski's New Hire 11:46 Mock Draft Excitement 13:39 International Games and NFL Travel 16:00 Assistant Coaches: New Hires and Impact 19:37 Run Game Strategy and Analytics 30:38 Defensive Side: New Hires and Strategy 36:27 Mock Draft Time! 37:52 Technical Difficulties and Keyboard Issues 39:10 Draft Strategy: Defensive Tackle Selection 39:46 Evaluating Defensive Tackle Prospects 43:14 Second Round Picks and Defensive Line Focus 45:18 Cornerback Selection and Analysis 48:43 Wide Receiver and Offensive Line Considerations 51:32 Late Round Picks and Special Teams 53:36 Final Thoughts and Viewer Interaction ____________________________________________________________ ⭐️ Subscribe to us here! - https://www.youtube.com/@vikings1stskol92 ⭐️ Our Twitter can be found at @Vikings1stSKOL ⭐️ Our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/493z6mQXcN ⭐️ Tyler Forness can be read at A to Z Sports - https://atozsports.com/nfl/minnesota-vikings-news/ ⭐️ Submit questions: forms.gle/7LJkCAern9kdUkuD8 ⭐️ On Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vikings1standskol ⭐️ Watch the live show here: https://youtu.be/Iee2ZhP3sgk Fan With Us!!! Tyler Forness @TheRealForno of Vikings 1st & SKOL @Vikings1stSKOL and A to Z Sports @AtoZSportsNFL, with Dave Stefano @Luft_Krigare producing this Vikings 1st & SKOL production, the @RealFornoShow. Podcasts partnered with Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Real Forno Show: Minnesota Vikings 2026 Outlook and Mock Draft Insights — In this episode of The Real Forno Show, host Tyler Forness discusses how recent additions to the Minnesota Vikings' front office and coaching staff will impact the team in 2026 and beyond. Key hires include Rob Brzezinski’s temporary salary cap consultant Matthew Thomas. The show also delves into the importance of assistant coaches like Keith Carter and newly acquired assistant head coach Frank Smith, emphasizing their roles in the team's success. Additionally, Tyler performs a detailed seven-round mock draft, evaluating the best options for the Vikings, including prospects like Caleb Banks, Chris Johnson, and Emmett Johnson. The episode concludes with a discussion on the significance of maintaining a strong coaching and front office structure. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:26 Meet the Host: Tyler Forness 01:12 The Importance of Assistant Coaches 02:28 Front Office News: Rob Brzezinski's New Hire 11:46 Mock Draft Excitement 13:39 International Games and NFL Travel 16:00 Assistant Coaches: New Hires and Impact 19:37 Run Game Strategy and Analytics 30:38 Defensive Side: New Hires and Strategy 36:27 Mock Draft Time! 37:52 Technical Difficulties and Keyboard Issues 39:10 Draft Strategy: Defensive Tackle Selection 39:46 Evaluating Defensive Tackle Prospects 43:14 Second Round Picks and Defensive Line Focus 45:18 Cornerback Selection and Analysis 48:43 Wide Receiver and Offensive Line Considerations 51:32 Late Round Picks and Special Teams 53:36 Final Thoughts and Viewer Interaction ____________________________________________________________ ⭐️ Subscribe to us here! - https://www.youtube.com/@vikings1stskol92 ⭐️ Our Twitter can be found at @Vikings1stSKOL ⭐️ Our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/493z6mQXcN ⭐️ Tyler Forness can be read at A to Z Sports - https://atozsports.com/nfl/minnesota-vikings-news/ ⭐️ Submit questions: forms.gle/7LJkCAern9kdUkuD8 ⭐️ On Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vikings1standskol ⭐️ Watch the live show here: https://youtu.be/Iee2ZhP3sgk Fan With Us!!! Tyler Forness @TheRealForno of Vikings 1st & SKOL @Vikings1stSKOL and A to Z Sports @AtoZSportsNFL, with Dave Stefano @Luft_Krigare producing this Vikings 1st & SKOL production, the @RealFornoShow. Podcasts partnered with Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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