Almost Champions show

Almost Champions

Summary: Deservedly, champions are always celebrated. But, what about the teams and individuals that came up just short of the ultimate goal? Their stories are just as interesting. "Almost Champions" takes a closer look at the ones whose path to glory was sidetracked. Award winning sports journalist Robert Flores tells the stories of the teams that came up just short of greatness.

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 S1 E4 Epilogue: A Father/Son Project | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1140

As we put a wrap on the first season. We discuss the 1998 Vikings and the delicate nature of legacies. Also, Robert Griffith gives a unique insight into what it was like to be a teammate of John Randle. While former Falcons running back Jamal Anderson explains what Evander Holyfield was doing in MinneapolisProducer/editor Christian FloresConsulting producer Jay "Podvader" SoderbergIf you have any questions/comments find me:facebook.com/realroflotwitter.com/roflo

 S1 E3 It's Murphy's Law | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1679

The Minnesota Vikings are heavy favorites in the NFC Championship. They're the best team in football, they're playing at home and they have a postgame party planned. A missed kick and a controversial coaching decision are all part of one of the most memorable games in NFL history.Guests Include: Brian Billick, Robert Smith, Jamal Anderson Producer/editor: Christian FloresConsulting producer: Jay "Podvader" SoderbergIf you have questions or comments find me:facebook.com/realroflotwitter.com/roflo

 S1 E2 Dallas' Loss & A Church's Cold Shoulder | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1983

The Minnesota Vikings are dominating the league in 1998. Thanks to two very different players with two very different stories. However, Randy Moss and Randall Cunningham arrived in Minnesota looking for the same thing: redemption.Guests include: Robert Griffith, Brian Billick, and Robert SmithProducer/editor: Christian FloresConsulting producer: Jay "Podvader" SoderbergIf you have any questions, find me:facebook.com/realroflotwitter.com/roflo

 S1 E1 He Had The Horses | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1467

The Minnesota Vikings were the dominant team in the NFL in 1998, but it wasn't always this easy. This episode looks at how their complicated history served as the backdrop to an unforgettable season. Plus, how a certain coach known for a certain outburst put his stamp on the franchise.Guests include: Brian Billick, Robert Smith & Matt BirkProducer/editor: Christian FloresConsulting producer: Jay "Podvader" SoderbergIf you have any questions, find me:facebook.com/realroflotwitter.com/roflo

 Coming Up This Season on Almost Champions | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 75

Emmy Award winning host Robert Flores takes a closer look at a team that was supposed to go down as one of the greatest in NFL history: The 1998 Minnesota Vikings.The players, coaches, personalities, disappointing finish and the most depressing postgame party in history.

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