Jake Middleton is easy to love. His 2024-25 season is making it even easier. That offensive output comes despite fatigue from more ice time and coming off of knee surgery. Middleton’s five-on-five ice share is in the 67th percentile or right on the borderline of first- and second-pair minutes. There’s a lot more to it… Continue reading Jake Middleton Has Been Minnesota’s Unsung Hero This Season – Minnesota Wild
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T.J. Hockenson Selected as Vikings 2024 Ed Block Courage Award
EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings on Friday announced the selection of T.J. Hockenson as the team’s 2024 Ed Block Courage Award recipient. Hockenson was recognized for overcoming a torn ACL he suffered on Dec. 24, 2023, and returning to action in Week 9 against the Indianapolis Colts on Nov. 3, 2024. His season debut… Continue reading T.J. Hockenson Selected as Vikings 2024 Ed Block Courage Award
Aaron Jones and Minnesota’s Flat Circle
Aaron Jones isn’t Brett Favre. Still, the former Green Bay Packers running back is a turncoat who’s become beloved in the Minnesota Vikings locker room for his upbeat personality and relentless play. Packers fans loved Jones, and Jones assured them that the feeling was mutual before Minnesota’s Week 4 game in Lambeau. However, he’s quickly… Continue reading Aaron Jones and Minnesota’s Flat Circle
Gopher Men's Hockey Practice in Columbus, Ohio
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Falcons Struggling to Find Answers for Their Self-Inflicted Kirk Cousins Conundrum
Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images Kirk Cousins didn’t return to the Minnesota Vikings this offseason because the Atlanta Falcons paid him a boatload of money. That looked crazy almost immediately, but it hasn’t aged well either. Terry Fontenot blew his wad on Cousins, and then followed that up by drafting Washington Huskies quarterback Michael Penix Jr.… Continue reading Falcons Struggling to Find Answers for Their Self-Inflicted Kirk Cousins Conundrum
Early Draft Darling, Vikings’ Other QB, Divisional Round Opponent
Notre Dame corner back Benjamin Morrison (20) walks with his team during warm ups before a NCAA college football game between Notre Dame and Northern Illinois at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in South Bend. © Michael Clubb / USA TODAY NETWORK. The following questions are about current Minnesota Vikings topics, answered… Continue reading Early Draft Darling, Vikings’ Other QB, Divisional Round Opponent
Vikings at Rams Wild Card Game Relocated to Arizona Due to L.A. Wildfires
Other games over NFL history have been relocated due to hurricane damage, snowstorms and an earthquake. Postponements have taken place for the same reasons, as well as venue conflicts or national tragedies (the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, and the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy). There have been playoff games postponed due… Continue reading Vikings at Rams Wild Card Game Relocated to Arizona Due to L.A. Wildfires
There’s a Holy Grail Mock Draft for the Vikings
Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports. Maybe he’ll fall into the 20s. There’s a Holy Grail Mock Draft for the Vikings That’s the word from NBC Sports this week on Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty, who will enter the 2025 NFL Draft and become the top tailback prospect by a mile. Brian Losness-Imagn Images. And according… Continue reading There’s a Holy Grail Mock Draft for the Vikings
Vikings Defender is Overlooked, Says 3-Time Defensive Player of the Year
Aug 9, 2013; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) talks with Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson (28) following the game at the Metrodome. The Texans defeated the Vikings 27-13. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports It has been a fun turnaround for Minnesota’s defense. Brian Fores‘ unit is unrecognizable compared… Continue reading Vikings Defender is Overlooked, Says 3-Time Defensive Player of the Year
Statement Regarding Monday Night’s Wild Card Game
The safety of the Los Angeles community is our top priority, and our thoughts are with everyone affected by the fires in the area. We are grateful for the tireless efforts of first responders who continue to protect our city and community as well as individuals who continue to help our neighbors in need. As… Continue reading Statement Regarding Monday Night’s Wild Card Game