Month: December 2024

Vikings running back Cam Akers has developed into an important piece

Not long after the Vikings took care of business in the 30-12 win over the Chicago Bears, coach Kevin O’Connell heaped praise on an unsung hero from the game with a couple of sentences that might’ve gone unnoticed to anybody who wasn’t paying close attention. “I thought there was some real physicality,” O’Connell said. “I… Continue reading Vikings running back Cam Akers has developed into an important piece

Vikings linebacker Jamin Davis embraces ‘Shadow’ nickname

Vikings linebacker Jamin Davis was nicknamed “Shadow” as a kid because of his blazing speed. Now, he’s using that hustle to sack opposing quarterbacks. Growing up in south Georgia, Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jamin Davis liked to run. He ran track, played football and was always looking to hit top speeds, hence his affinity for NASCAR.… Continue reading Vikings linebacker Jamin Davis embraces ‘Shadow’ nickname

NDSU Women’s Basketball Holds Off Boise State, 70-66

Next Game: Dakota Wesleyan 12/29/2024 | 1 p.m. WDAY Xtra Bison 1660 Dec. 29 (Sun) / 1 p.m.  Dakota Wesleyan SEATTLE – Three Bison reached double digits in scoring as the North Dakota State women’s basketball team topped Boise State, 70-66, at the Husky Classic on… Continue reading NDSU Women’s Basketball Holds Off Boise State, 70-66

Biggest contracts in North American team sports: Soto tops list of $300M players

It took just one year for Juan Soto to set a new record for the largest contract in sports history. It’s anyone’s guess how long it will take before his deal with the Mets is surpassed.  Soto’s 15-year, $765 million pact didn’t even include any deferred money, making it worth about $300 million more than… Continue reading Biggest contracts in North American team sports: Soto tops list of $300M players

Former NFL star Adrian Peterson facing more legal trouble in Texas

Former NFL MVP running back Adrian Peterson is facing legal trouble again in Texas, this time after two warrants were issued for his arrest related to his failure to appear in court for two different child support cases. The former Minnesota Vikings star made more than $100 million in his NFL career from 2007 to… Continue reading Former NFL star Adrian Peterson facing more legal trouble in Texas

Bison Land Seven on FCS Football Central All-America Teams

Story Links FARGO, N.D. – North Dakota State had seven players named to the 2024 FCS Football Central All-America Teams published by Sports Illustrated on SI.com. Quarterback Cam Miller, left tackle Grey Zabel and defensive tackle Eli Mostaert were named to the first team, and right tackle Mason Miller made the second… Continue reading Bison Land Seven on FCS Football Central All-America Teams

Ivan Pace Jr.’s Return Comes into Focus

Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images Barring a sudden setback or lingo change, Minnesota Vikings linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. should return to the club in Week 17 for a game at home against the Green Bay Packers. Ivan Pace Jr.’s Return Comes into Focus The starting inside linebacker has missed the last three games on injured reserve due… Continue reading Ivan Pace Jr.’s Return Comes into Focus

Hunter Haight Is Starting To Put It All Together – Minnesota Wild

Liam Ohgren may be the rookie in Iowa who’s catching the headlines with 10 goals and 13 points in 14 games. However, there is another prospect who is impressive.  2022 second-round pick Hunter Haight.  Haight is playing first season with the Iowa Wild. He has eight goals and five assists in 24 games. He’s not… Continue reading Hunter Haight Is Starting To Put It All Together – Minnesota Wild

Harrison Smith downgraded from limited Wednesday to DNP on Thursday

Minnesota Vikings star safety Harrison Smith (foot) was downgraded on the team’s injury report on Thursday to “did not participate” after being limited in Wednesday’s practice. The 35-year-old has been ever-present on the Vikings defense this season, registering 79 total tackles, three for loss, two interceptions, one sack and one fumble recovery. Smith has played… Continue reading Harrison Smith downgraded from limited Wednesday to DNP on Thursday