NFL player poll shows why Vikings Week 18 game with Lions is even more important

The Minnesota Vikings are chasing the No. 1 seed in the NFC and Sunday’s game with the Detroit Lions will determine who has home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. But if you thought Sunday’s game was important, it becomes even more important according to a recent NFL player poll conducted by ESPN. The poll included 111… Continue reading NFL player poll shows why Vikings Week 18 game with Lions is even more important

A different Sam Darnold? Vikings’ rematch with Lions has quarterback playing at the top of game

“Last year was a huge part for that for me, just being able to figure out my routine and figure out what the best study habits are,” Darnold said. “Being a backup quarterback, that’s the best way to learn what the best way is to study. … [Bringing] those study habits to what we do… Continue reading A different Sam Darnold? Vikings’ rematch with Lions has quarterback playing at the top of game

Alex Anzalone injury update: Latest news on Lions LB’s status for Vikings game

The Detroit Lions have a winner-take-all Week 18 game against the Minnesota Vikings that will determine the NFC North champion and the No. 1 seed in the conference, which will garner a first-round bye in the playoffs. One player we’re keeping an eye on this week is linebacker Alex Anzalone, who is working his way… Continue reading Alex Anzalone injury update: Latest news on Lions LB’s status for Vikings game

Lions face short week in hosting Vikings in key game | Sports

The Detroit Lions have a short week to prepare for a pivotal matchup against Minnesota, and they will not complain about that fact. The winner will earn the NFC North title and home-field advantage until the Super Bowl. The loser will start the playoffs on the road as a fifth-seeded wild card. “You couldn’t write… Continue reading Lions face short week in hosting Vikings in key game | Sports

How Did Eriksson Ek Look In His First Game Back? – Minnesota Wild

On Sunday, Joel Eriksson Ek returned from his third injury this season for the Minnesota Wild’s game against the Ottawa Senators. The Wild center missed 2 games in early October for a broken nose, followed by one game in November for an undisclosed injury. He missed a total of 11 games for this injury, which… Continue reading How Did Eriksson Ek Look In His First Game Back? – Minnesota Wild

North Dakota State, Montana State Meet in FCS Championship Game January 6

Story Links THIS WEEK: No. 2 seed North Dakota State (13-2) faces top-seeded Montana State (15-0) in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Game at 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6, at Toyota Stadium (17,677) in Frisco, Texas. This is NDSU’s 11th title game in 14 seasons. TELEVISION: Live coverage on ESPN begins… Continue reading North Dakota State, Montana State Meet in FCS Championship Game January 6

Here's who's in and who's out for Sunday's Vikings-Packers game – KARE11.com

Here’s who’s in and who’s out for Sunday’s Vikings-Packers game  KARE11.com Vikings Activate Ivan Pace, Jr.; Waive Jamin Davis  Vikings.com Packers list three questionable, rule out four vs. Vikings | Week 17 Injury Report  Packers.com Vikings activate Ivan Pace Jr. off injured reserve, ready for game against Packers  KSTP Ivan Pace Jr. returns to Vikings’ active roster, is available… Continue reading Here's who's in and who's out for Sunday's Vikings-Packers game – KARE11.com