Offensive lineman Henry Byrd has tapped into something in Minnesota. After college at Princeton, in 2023 he bounced from the Broncos, to the Vikings, to the 49ers, back to the Vikings. All on the practice squad. Same this season. “The stability has been great the last few years,” Byrd, 26, said. “Staying in the same… Continue reading Offensive lineman Henry Byrd credits dance with helping football career
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Rome Odunze’s rapport with Caleb Williams evident in season opener
Since being selected by the Bears with the No. 1 pick in last year’s draft, Williams has excelled at scrambling—picking up yards with his legs or buying time to complete off-schedule throws downfield. “He’s just super talented with it,” Odunze said. “There are not too many arm angles he can’t throw from, body positions. Whether… Continue reading Rome Odunze’s rapport with Caleb Williams evident in season opener
J.J. McCarthy Stuns NFL Fans with 2nd Half Turnaround in Debut as Vikings Beat Bears
The J.J. McCarthy era has arrived in Minnesota. The Vikings’ first-round pick in 2024 had a rough start to his NFL debut but turned things around to lead Minnesota to a 27-24 win over the Chicago Bears on Monday. McCarthy went into halftime having thrown for just 52 yards and no touchdowns on 5-of-8 passing… Continue reading J.J. McCarthy Stuns NFL Fans with 2nd Half Turnaround in Debut as Vikings Beat Bears
Is Bill Guerin’s Tension With Marco Rossi A Media Creation? – Minnesota Wild
On August 22, the Minnesota Wild announced that they had signed Marco Rossi to a 3-year, $15 million contract. Rossi recorded career highs of 24 goals and 26 assists last year, and the cap is increasing from $88 million to $95.5 million next year and $113.5 million in 2027-28. Rossi was reportedly looking for $6… Continue reading Is Bill Guerin’s Tension With Marco Rossi A Media Creation? – Minnesota Wild
Aaron Jones’ Son Couldn’t Believe His Dad Was Chosen Captain Until the Vikings RB “Brought Home the C With a Star”
NFL teams typically select multiple captains from their 52-man roster. While league guidelines suggest a maximum of six, the rule isn’t strictly enforceable, and many teams go beyond that. Captains play a vital role in communication and leadership, and you can never have too many voices guiding the locker room. That’s exactly the approach the… Continue reading Aaron Jones’ Son Couldn’t Believe His Dad Was Chosen Captain Until the Vikings RB “Brought Home the C With a Star”
Vikings host inclusive sports practice for kids with disabilities
EAGAN, Minn. (FOX 9) – On Tuesday afternoon, the Minnesota Vikings’ rookie class traded in their usual practice drills for something more meaningful. Minnesota Vikings host kids with disabilities The backstory: Max Brosmer and company coached children with physical disabilities through a day of football and fun. “I think it’s an amazing opportunity for us… Continue reading Vikings host inclusive sports practice for kids with disabilities
Catch Up With Hockey Wilderness’ Top-11 Prospects Series – Minnesota Wild
Image courtesy of Nick Wosika – Imagn Images By Carlton Bloom – 5 hours ago Missed any entries in our recent Top 11 Minnesota Wild Prospects series? Check out what we’ve written so far! Honorable Mentions: Theodor Hallquisth, Aron Kiviharju, and more No. 11: Carson Lambos Showed Under-the-Radar Growth Last Year No. 10: It’s Impossible… Continue reading Catch Up With Hockey Wilderness’ Top-11 Prospects Series – Minnesota Wild
Highlights: Gopher Volleyball Closes Weekend With Win Over St. Thomas
The No. 11 Minnesota volleyball team beat the St. Thomas Tommies in four sets on Sunday afternoon to complete the Golden Gopher Invitational. The Gophers took the win 25-22, 25-20, 21-25, 25-18 to advance to 3-1 (0-0 Big Ten) on the season. Minnesota went a perfect 3-0 to win the Golden Gopher Invitational. Sign up… Continue reading Highlights: Gopher Volleyball Closes Weekend With Win Over St. Thomas
Vikings making major bet with cornerbacks who could make or break their season
EAGAN, Minn. — If this were a roulette table, and the football versions of red and black were instead pass rush and coverage, the Minnesota Vikings would have most of their chips on the former. It’s a calculated wager. One that makes loads of sense. It’s also a choice that could end up defining their… Continue reading Vikings making major bet with cornerbacks who could make or break their season
Kaprizov’s Workouts With Evgeni Malkin Are A Crossover Episode In the NHL World – Minnesota Wild
Any hockey fan on social media has seen the videos and pictures of Evgeni Malkin and Kirill Kaprizov working out together back in their homeland of Russia. The idea of it felt a bit like a crossover episode in the NHL world. The younger Minnesota superstar and the older Sidney Crosby sidekick seemed to materialize… Continue reading Kaprizov’s Workouts With Evgeni Malkin Are A Crossover Episode In the NHL World – Minnesota Wild