Randy Moss joined the ManningCast and made a bold prediction that helped spark J.J. McCarthy’s thrilling Vikings debut comeback.

Peyton and Eli are back for another season of their Emmy-winning alternate broadcast, starting with an NFC North clash.

The Minnesota Vikings didn't necessarily say that. But they also kind of did. Whether it was talking up the seemingly quarterback-proof supporting cast around new starter J.J. McCarthy, or repeatedly turning away from more proven options at the position,

Peyton Manning sent Pope Leo XIV and his assistant hand-written letters asking “His Holiness” to be a guest on ESPN’s “ManningCast” during the Bears-Vikings game on

Chicago Bears logo is seen on the field prior to an NFL football game between the Chicago Bears and Minnesota Vikings Sept. 8 in Chicago. The Vikings won, 27-24. (AP/Kamil Krzaczynski) Pope Leo XIV, has received an invite to hold what would be his first live interview with an American television network since being chosen as the holy father in May.

From there, the Minnesota defense stepped up and shut down Williams and the Bears, and McCarthy seemed to finally find his rhythm, hitting Aaron Jones for a touchdown to take their first lead of the night and then adding on a 14-yard rushing TD with just under 3 minutes left in the game to stretch their lead to 10.

Peyton Manning humorously revealed his unsuccessful attempt to recruit Pope Leo XIV for ESPN2’s “ManningCast” during the Bears-Vikings game. Manning,

Peyton Manning revealed on the Monday, Sept. 8 "ManningCast" show that he sent a handwritten letter to Pope Leo XIV asking him to be a guest.

Somehow the entire collective of NFL Nation reporters at ESPN decided to tune out. Despite the victory, Minnesota fell in the Week 2 power rankings. Coming into the season the Minnesota Vikings found themselves rounding out the top ten in ESPN’s power rankings. After a victory, they are now 13th going into Week 2.

Murray, best known for starring in movies like Ghostbusters, Groundhog Day and CaddyShack, is originally from the Chicago area and is a big fan of all Chicago sports teams, including the Bears. Surprisingly, this will be Murray's first appearance on the ManningCast.