Author: Sports Central

Lots of Minnesota Gophers Players are Planning to Sit Out Bowl Game

Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images The Minnesota Gophers have a football game tomorrow. That’s right, after sitting idle for the entire month of December (last played Nov. 24 vs Wisconsin), the Gophers will play in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl on Friday at 6 PM CST vs the Virginia Tech Hokies. Well, most of the healthy Minnesota… Continue reading Lots of Minnesota Gophers Players are Planning to Sit Out Bowl Game

Vikings’ Rival Eyeing Brian Flores for HC Position, Insider Says

Getty Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores on the field after facing the Houston Texans. Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores is garnering buzz as a top head coach candidate for the 2025 hiring cycle and is expected to be the subject of a “long look” from the Chicago Bears. Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer doubled… Continue reading Vikings’ Rival Eyeing Brian Flores for HC Position, Insider Says

Lions LB Alex Anzalone not 100%, weighing risks to play vs. Vikings

Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone’s status for the team’s finale against the Minnesota Vikings appears to still be in the air. On Thursday, Anzalone participated in his first non-walkthrough practice since breaking his left forearm in Week 11 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. It was not a fully-padded practice and he was sporting a brace on… Continue reading Lions LB Alex Anzalone not 100%, weighing risks to play vs. Vikings

Aaron Jones limited, Alex Anzalone upgraded

Star Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones (quad) remained a limited participant during the team’s practice on Thursday. Star Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone (forearm), meanwhile, was upgraded to a full participant Thursday as his status improves ahead of the Week 18 showdown between the two teams for the top seed in the NFC. Jones… Continue reading Aaron Jones limited, Alex Anzalone upgraded

Mics Caught Kevin O’Connell’s Mid-Game Heartfelt Message for Vikings QB Sam Darnold

Sam Darnold is having a remarkable season that has turned around his career. No one seems to be enjoying it more than his coach. During the Minnesota Vikings’ 27–25 win over the Green Bay Packers in Week 17, coach Kevin O’Connell stopped to give Darnold a word of encouragement. Before relaying a play to his… Continue reading Mics Caught Kevin O’Connell’s Mid-Game Heartfelt Message for Vikings QB Sam Darnold

Vikings’ T.J. Hockenson focused on team stakes vs. the Lions

That sentiment does not seem to have morphed into any sort of resentment for Joseph or his former team. Hockenson denied that Sunday’s matchup held any extra weight because of his injury. “Injuries happen in this game and in this league,” Hockenson said. “I’m excited to play ‘em for sure, and I’m excited to be… Continue reading Vikings’ T.J. Hockenson focused on team stakes vs. the Lions

Top Pro Bowl Snub for Vikings, Daniel Jones, the DET Fear

Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images. The following questions are about current Minnesota Vikings topics, answered by VikingsTerritory. Today is the January 2nd edition, addressed in a from-the-hip fashion. If you have questions, please email them to [email protected]. Questions Answered: Top Pro Bowl Snub for Vikings, Daniel Jones, the DET Fear Also, please note: These are opinion-based responses.… Continue reading Top Pro Bowl Snub for Vikings, Daniel Jones, the DET Fear

Jalen Redmond’s inspiring journey to the Vikings

As a freshman in college, Jalen Redmond found himself lying in a hospital bed waiting for answers. Now, he’s making plays with one of the NFL’s top defenses. EAGAN, Minn. — In the summer of 2018, freshman defensive lineman Jalen Redmond had high hopes when he first stepped on the University of Oklahoma’s campus.  The… Continue reading Jalen Redmond’s inspiring journey to the Vikings