Garage Logic – MNST Episode Summary

"The one way to make JJ McCarthy look better as a QB was to play Max Brosmer yesterday!!"

Date: December 2, 2025
Host: Joe Soucheray, with Pat, Shelby
Produced by: Gamut Podcast Network

Episode Overview

In this MNST episode, the Garage Logic crew dives into the aftermath of the Minnesota Vikings’ latest loss, dissecting Max Brosmer’s disastrous outing at quarterback and exploring the ripple effects on the team’s future. The hosts also detour into broader topics such as NFL officiating woes, Vikings’ draft and management decisions, college football bowl games, and Minnesota sports teams’ ups and downs—all laced with their trademark wit, sarcasm, and skepticism.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Vikings' Embarrassing Loss & Max Brosmer's Audition

• Vikings shutout by Seattle: The crew laments the Vikings’ first shutout since 2007, focusing on Max Brosmer's struggles at quarterback.
  • “Well, they were... if he hadn't done that, I do think it would have been a different game.” – Joe (02:03)
  • Brosmer’s QB rating compared unfavorably to former Viking Brooks Bollinger’s historically poor game.
    • “Max was 32. That was pretty bad.” – Pat (04:13)
• Questionable coaching decisions: Criticism for O’Connell’s handling of fourth-down plays and Brosmer’s limited experience.
  • “Why do you have to roll out this inexperienced quarterback?” – Pat (02:21)
• Frustration for star receiver Justin Jefferson: The team’s inability to get him the ball leads to empathy and jokes about his stats.
  • “When you look back at his hall of fame statistics… two catches for four yards in this game…” – Pat (05:32)

2. NFL Officiating Frustrations

• Over-abundance of penalties: The hosts vent about NFL referees’s disruptive influence.
  • “I've decided the NFL officials interrupt a contest more than... They not only interrupt it, they can control who wins it.” – Joe (06:59-07:02)
• Calls for consistency: The hosts wish for more predictable officiating both in regular season and playoffs.
  • “Then the playoffs start… Then they let them murder each other.” – Shelby (07:33)

3. Vikings' Management & Roster Construction

• Draft woes under Kwesi Adofo-Mensah: Hosts target the GM’s drafting record, noting the lack of impact players from recent years.
  • “The Vikings have the fewest players of the last couple drafts in their lineup than any team.” – Joe (10:35)
• Roster moves and injuries: Discussion on recent trades and picks, including the failed Lewis Cine selection.
  • “Who drafted Lewis Sin? That was Kwesi’s first round pick… He’s gone. Is he even in the league?” – Shelby/Pat (11:01-11:07)
• Quarterback position uncertainty: Rumors on who could start next—Desmond Ridder is mentioned as a possible incoming starter.
  • “Well, they have just brought in Desmond Ridder.” – Pat (15:15)

4. College Football & Gophers Recap

• Gophers’ snow game and bowl prospects: Recap of the Minnesota–Wisconsin game and the absurdity of bowl game selections.
  • “Gophers finished 5-4 in a three-way tie for seventh in the big 18… The seven teams the Gophers defeated were 28–56.” – Pat (19:09-19:34)
• Bowl game commercialization: The hosts poke fun at the proliferation of minor bowl games with strange sponsors.
  • “We're going to go to Detroit on December 27th… To the Game Above Sports Bowl.” – Shelby/Pat (21:51-22:03)

5. Coaching Carousel & Lane Kiffin

• Lane Kiffin’s endless relocations: The hosts recount the coach’s history of short tenures and big buyouts.
  • “He never leaves when people are happy… He just wants to be somewhere else all the time.” – Pat (22:42-25:38)

6. Tangents & Anecdotes

• NFL personalities: Discussion of Bill Belichick’s awkwardness in pressers, rumors about coaches' personal lives, and oddball team owners.
  • “He has no intention of being back in North Carolina... he’s just on the sidelines, and when's my next check?” – Pat (28:04)
  • Comparison of Raiders’ Mark Davis to “Fredo” from The Godfather. (30:31)
• Local sports round-up:
  • Wild hockey’s hot streak and the parking app debacle for media. (32:01-34:51)
  • Timberwolves chatter and ticket pricing woes for Minnesota sports in general. (38:03-41:13)
• Family and holiday stories: Amusing tales from Thanksgiving and dealing with kids’ new boundaries on teasing. (41:30-45:59)
• Minnesota sportswriting news: Gripes about early deadlines due to out-of-state printing. (35:08-36:40)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “The only way to make JJ McCarthy look better as a QB was to play Max Brosmer yesterday.” – (paraphrased episode title and running joke)
• “If you're looking back at his Hall of Fame stats… two catches for four yards… slowed down considerably this year.” – Pat (05:32)
• “The NFL officials interrupt a contest more than… they invent things.” – Joe/Pat (06:59-07:08)
• “Intentional decision making. Now we've stopped using it intended to be used and we use it now as a noun. Intentional.” – Pat (12:48)
• “Lose the last five now, come on, let's go… Let's get a top five pick.” – Pat (10:12-10:16)
• “Gophers finished 5 and 4… The seven teams the Gophers defeated were 28 and 56.” – Pat (19:09-19:34)
• “You come to Vegas, they'll take care of you. I just had a whole suspicion when he said told Fredo to go fishing…” – Joe/Pat (30:41-30:57)

Important Timestamps

• Vikings' play-calling and Max Brosmer’s game: 01:17–05:14
• NFL officiating complaints: 06:26–08:14
• Vikings management/draft commentary: 10:10–13:13
• QB options & Brosmer’s future: 15:13–16:35
• College football bowl games & Gophers recap: 17:34–21:50
• Lane Kiffin and the coaching carousel: 22:16–26:41
• Miscellaneous NFL personalities & anecdotes: 27:26–31:51
• Wild’s November and Timberwolves talk: 32:01–41:13
• Personal/holiday family stories: 41:30–45:59

Final Notes

Full of barbed humor, nostalgia, and sports cynicism, the episode channels classic Garage Logic energy as the hosts riff on Minnesota sports’ persistent woes, the oddities of modern pro and college football, and the lighter side of life in Gumption County. No game, coach, or front office is spared.

For listeners who missed the show:
You’ll get a thorough look at the Vikings’ (and Gophers’) quarterback troubles, a roast of the current management, plenty of riffing on the culture of football and Minnesota sports, and lots of laughs at the absurdities of sports media and the everyday. Definitely an episode filled with the show’s signature blend of grumpiness, banter, and heart.

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