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In Rare Interview, Mike Zimmer Talks Studying Analytics, The 2023 MVP, and Jumping Back into the NFL

Ah, Tom Pelissero. The man never fails to deliver, at least when it comes to getting the inside scoop for the Minnesota Vikings.

Recently, the analyst for The NFL Network did an interview with Mike Zimmer. Unlike Rick Spielman, Zimmer has kept a low profile since being fired after the 2021 season, so the conversation was certainly a notable one.

Mike Zimmer Pops up
November 28, 2021; Santa Clara, California, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer watches warm ups before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Kevin O’Connell has a way with words, but Zimmer doesn’t do too bad, either (especially when he’s in a good mood).