Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts Part I of Friday's podcast with the Vikings. With less than a week to go before the draft, where are they at in their preparation? GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah talked to reporters Thursday. Plus Aaron Rodgers also talked Thursday, shedding some light on his contact with the Vikings.

9:00: Chris Hine joins Rand to break down Wolves vs. Lakers.

28:00: A top prospect joins the Twins.

Part II on the Wild will publish later Friday.

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