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Vikings Trade Former Starting Guard Ed Ingram to Texans for 6th-Round Pick in 2026 Draft

Ingram started 41 games at right guard over three years for the Vikings.

March 13, 2025

The Associated Press,

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings traded guard Ed Ingram to the Houston Texans on Thursday for a 2026 sixth-round draft pick, after the fourth-year player was supplanted in the starting lineup during the 2024 season. Ingram started 41 games at right guard over three years for the Vikings, who drafted him out of LSU in the second round…

Running Back AJ Dillon and Eagles Agree on a 1-Year Contract, AP Source Says

Dillon sat out last season because of a neck injury.

March 12, 2025

The Associated Press,

Running back AJ Dillon and the Philadelphia Eagles have agreed on a one-year contract, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the contract hasn’t been finalized. Dillon sat out last season because of a neck injury. He ran for 2,428 yards and 16…

Report: Harrison Smith Returning to Vikings for 14th NFL Season

Smith reportedly agreed to a one-year, $10.25 million deal for the 2025 season and can earn up to $14 million in incentives.

March 12, 2025

KQDS Staff,

EAGAN, Minn. (FOX 9) – Harrison Smith isn’t retiring just yet after all. According to multiple national reports, the veteran safety is returning for his 14th season with the Minnesota Vikings. Smith is 36 years old, and there were thoughts that the 2024 season might be his last, especially when he got emotional in the Vikings’ locker room after their playoff loss at…

Daniel Jones Agrees to a 1-Year, $14 Million Deal with the Colts, AP Source Says

Minnesota appears set to start J.J. McCarthy, who missed his rookie season with a knee injury. Sam Darnold, who led the Vikings to a 14-3 record, agreed to a deal with Seattle.

March 11, 2025

The Associated Press,

Former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones has agreed to a one-year, $14 million contract with the Indianapolis Colts, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Tuesday. The person, speaking to the AP on condition of anonymity because free agents can’t sign until Wednesday, said Jones’ deal is worth up to $17.7 million. Jones, the…

Vikings Focus Up Front in Free Agency by Reaching Deals with DT Jonathan Allen, G Will Fries

Javon Hargrave, who has been informed by the San Francisco 49ers that he will be released, was planning to sign with the Vikings as well, NFL Network reported.

March 11, 2025

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings continued an aggressive reconstruction of the interior lines on Tuesday by agreeing to terms on contracts with former Washington defensive tackle Jonathan Allen and former Indianapolis guard Will Fries, who followed center Ryan Kelly from the Colts to the Vikings. Fries will get a contract valued at $88 million over five years, a person…

Vikings Agree to Deals with C Ryan Kelly, CB Isaiah Rodgers and Bring Back CB Byron Murphy

The Vikings remain in the market for the interior of both lines, areas that proved vital to the Eagles' title.

March 10, 2025

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings agreed to terms with center Ryan Kelly and cornerback Isaiah Rodgers after the NFL’s free agent negotiation window opened on Monday, targeting an accomplished veteran for their lagging interior offensive line and a young player with upside from the defending Super Bowl champions. The Vikings later announced an agreement to bring back Pro Bowl…

Safety Camryn Bynum Agrees to 4-Year, $60 Million Deal with the Colts, AP Source Says

Bynum started 54 games in four seasons with the Minnesota Vikings.

March 10, 2025

The Associated Press,

Safety Camryn Bynum has agreed on a four-year, $60 million contract with the Indianapolis Colts, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Monday. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because teams can’t sign free agents until Wednesday. Bynum started 54 games in four seasons with the Minnesota Vikings. He had eight…

QB Sam Darnold Agrees on a 3-Year, $100.5 Million Deal with Seahawks, AP Source Says

Darnold had a breakthrough season in his only year in Minnesota, throwing for 4,319 yards and 35 TDs while posting a 102.5 passer rating and leading the Vikings to 14 wins.

March 10, 2025

The Associated Press,

The Seattle Seahawks have found the replacement for Geno Smith, agreeing to a three-year, $100.5 million contract with Sam Darnold, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Monday. The person, speaking to the AP on condition of anonymity because teams can’t sign free agents until Wednesday, said $55 million of the contract is guaranteed. Darnold will…

Vikings Re-Sign Aaron Jones to 2-Year, $20M Contract after Solid Debut with Former Rival

Jones was the third rusher in franchise history to hit the 1,000-yard mark in his first year with Minnesota.

March 10, 2025

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings agreed to terms on a two-year, $20 million contract with running back Aaron Jones on Sunday that prevents the popular veteran from reaching free agency after a solid debut with his former rival. Jones will get $13 million guaranteed, his agent Drew Rosenhaus said. The 30-year-old, who played seven seasons with the Green Bay…

Former Bulldog Carson Soucy Traded From Canucks to Rangers

Soucy has so far tallied 10 points in 59 games for Vancouver this season.

March 6, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

NEW YORK, N.Y.- A former Bulldog has been traded just days before the NHL trade deadline. On Thursday, the Canucks dealt defenseman Carson Soucy to the Rangers for a 3rd round pick in this year’s draft. Soucy has so far tallied 10 points in 59 games for Vancouver this season. He was in the 2nd year of a three-year, three-million…

Kicker Brandon McManus is Staying in Green Bay on a 3-Year, $15.3 Million Deal, AP Source Says

McManus, 33, could have become an unrestricted free agent next week if he hadn’t agreed to terms.

March 4, 2025

The Associated Press,

Kicker Brandon McManus is staying with the Green Bay Packers after agreeing to a three-year, $15.3 million contract with a $5 million signing bonus, according to a person familiar with the situation. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because the deal hadn’t been announced. ESPN first reported the agreement. McManus, 33, could have become an unrestricted free agent…

Darnold Pointed Toward Free Agency after Vikings Pass on Franchise Tag with McCarthy Waiting

The Minnesota Vikings will likely let their starting quarterback set the NFL free agent market for a second straight offseason.

March 4, 2025

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings will likely let their starting quarterback set the NFL free agent market for a second straight offseason. The Vikings passed on the opportunity to place the franchise tag on Sam Darnold before the league’s deadline on Tuesday, maximizing their options for bolstering the roster and potentially making the first-time Pro Bowl pick available to…

Jets Releasing Wide Receiver Davante Adams as New Regime Continues Roster Overhaul, AP Source Says

Davante Adams' reunion with Aaron Rodgers lasted just 11 games with the New York Jets.

March 4, 2025

The Associated Press,

Davante Adams’ reunion with Aaron Rodgers lasted just 11 games with the New York Jets. The team is releasing the veteran wide receiver ahead of the start of the NFL’s new league year next week, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press on Tuesday. The move, which was expected, will save the Jets $29.9 million in…

Former Saints QB Zach Edwards to Step Away From Game

Edwards has been playing overseas for the Paris Musketeers in the European League of Football.

February 24, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former St. Scholastica quarterback Zach Edwards is stepping away from the game. On Monday, on his social media pages, Edwards announced that he is stepping away due to personal reasons and added that’s he’s not sure if his football career is over yet. For Edwards statement, click here. Edwards has been playing overseas for the Paris Musketeers in…

Milwaukee’s Bobby Portis Suspended After he Mistakenly Took Painkiller Tramadol Rather Than Toradol

Portis cannot play again until April 8 — the 79th game of Milwaukee's 82-game regular-season schedule — at the earliest.

February 20, 2025

The Associated Press,

The NBA has suspended Milwaukee forward Bobby Portis Jr. for 25 games without pay because he tested positive for the painkiller Tramadol, a violation of the league’s anti-drug program. Portis cannot play again until April 8 — the 79th game of Milwaukee’s 82-game regular-season schedule — at the earliest. His suspension starts with the Bucks’ game Thursday against the Los…

Jets Announce They’ve Told Aaron Rodgers They’re Moving Forward Without Him

The four-time MVP, who’s the fifth player in NFL history to throw 500 touchdown passes in the regular season, has one year left on his contract, worth a non-guaranteed $37.5 million.

February 13, 2025

The Associated Press,

Aaron Rodgers’ disappointing two-year stint with the New York Jets is over. And the team’s only Super Bowl trophy is still standing by itself. The Jets announced Thursday they told the 41-year-old quarterback they are moving on without him next season. While Rodgers hasn’t said whether he intends to continue playing for a 21st NFL season, the Jets — with…

Without Antetokounmpo and Lillard, the Bucks Beat the Timberwolves 103-101

Anthony Edwards’ jumper in the final seconds was off for Minnesota and Kuzma — playing his fourth game for Milwaukee after being acquired from Washington — came down with the rebound.

February 12, 2025

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Kyle Kuzma had 19 points and 13 rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks won without All-Stars Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 103-101 on Wednesday night. Anthony Edwards’ jumper in the final seconds was off for Minnesota and Kuzma — playing his fourth game for Milwaukee after being acquired from Washington — came down with…

Twins Agree to Deal with Free Agent Ty France, Bringing in 2022 All-Star as Another Option at 1B

France has spent the majority of his career with the Seattle Mariners, who traded him last summer to the Cincinnati Reds after he'd been placed on waivers.

February 11, 2025

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins and free agent first baseman Ty France agreed to a one-year contract on Tuesday, according to a person with knowledge of the deal, adding the 2022 All-Star to the mix at their most unsettled position. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the contract had not been finalized. France…

Former Husky Michael Hallquist Invited to Spring Training with Cleveland Guardians

Hallquist was named Northwoods League Player of the Year following the 2023 season.

February 10, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former Duluth Husky is getting a shot to land with a big league club. Infielder Michael Hallquist has been invited to spring training with the Cleveland Guardians. The Fargo native spent two summers in Duluth, playing for the Huskies in 2022 and 2023. In his 2nd season, he had a breakout campaign, clubbing 15 home runs and…

Timberwolves Sale to Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez Back on Track After Arbitration Ruling

The transaction is subject to approval by the league's board of governors, with at least 23 of 30 team owners needing to vote yes.

February 10, 2025

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The ownership transfer of the Minnesota Timberwolves must continue as originally planned, after an arbitration panel ruled Monday that controlling owner Glen Taylor must cede control of the NBA club to partners Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez in the disputed final phase of the $1.5 billion sale that was uniquely arranged three years ago to give Lore…

Eagles Answer Mahomes Magic with 6 Sacks, 3 Turnovers of KC QB in Super Bowl Blowout

Jalen Hurts quiets any doubters with a Super Bowl MVP.

February 9, 2025

The Associated Press,

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes had one of his worst games as a professional at the worst of times on Sunday night. The two-time NFL MVP was intercepted twice, including a pick-6, and was sacked six times by the Philadelphia defense as the Eagles rolled to a 40-22 victory. Mahomes and the Chiefs were trying…

Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell Wins AP NFL Coach of the Year

Kevin O’Connell beat out Dan Campbell for Coach of the Year after leading the Minnesota Vikings to 14 wins with quarterback Sam Darnold.

February 6, 2025

The Associated Press,

Kevin O’Connell beat out Dan Campbell for Coach of the Year after leading the Minnesota Vikings to 14 wins with quarterback Sam Darnold. O’Connell got 25 first-place votes, 18 seconds and seven thirds, appearing on all 50 ballots. Campbell, who guided Detroit to a franchise-record 15 wins, got 19 first-place votes to finish second. Chiefs coach Andy Reid (4), Broncos coach Sean…

Antonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe Make the Pro Football Hall of Fame

Antonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe were voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in the smallest induction class in 20 years following offseason rule changes meant to make it harder to get inducted.

February 6, 2025

The Associated Press,

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Antonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe were voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in the smallest induction class in 20 years following offseason rule changes meant to make it harder to get inducted. Sharpe got in as a seniors candidate in voting announced Thursday night at the NFL Honors and will…

Outfielder Harrison Bader Agrees to a 1-Year Contract with the Minnesota Twins, AP Source Says

A Gold Glove winner for St. Louis in 2021, Bader will be playing for his fifth team in five seasons.

February 5, 2025

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Outfielder Harrison Bader and the Minnesota Twins have agreed to a one-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity Wednesday because the agreement, which includes a mutual option for 2026, had not been finalized. A Gold Glove winner for St. Louis in 2021,…

Bucks Adding Kyle Kuzma, Sending Khris Middleton to Wizards in Trade, AP Source Says

The 33-year-old Middleton, who has struggled with injuries, leaves the Bucks after spending all but one of his 13 NBA seasons in Milwaukee.

February 5, 2025

The Associated Press,

The Milwaukee Bucks are trading NBA champion and Olympic gold medalist Khris Middleton to the Washington Wizards and getting Kyle Kuzma back in the deal, a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press on Wednesday. Also in the trade: A.J. Johnson goes from the Bucks to the Wizards and Patrick Baldwin goes from the Wizards to the…

Former Packers Kicker Mason Crosby Announces Retirement from NFL

He ends his career as the Packers’ all-time leading scorer after kicking for Green Bay from 2007-22.

February 4, 2025

The Associated Press,

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Former Green Bay Packers kicker Mason Crosby, who didn’t play in the NFL this season, is retiring from football. The 40-year-old Crosby announced his decision Tuesday during his radio show on Milwaukee’s 105.7 The Fan. He ends his career as the Packers’ all-time leading scorer after kicking for Green Bay from 2007-22. “I’m just so,…

Former Bulldog Mannon McMahon Added to Rivalry Series Roster

McMahon, who is currently skating for the Ottawa Charge, is also reunited with current teammate Gabbie Hughes.

February 3, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Another former Bulldog is set to join Team U.S.A. at the Rivalry Series. On Monday, Mannon McMahon was added to the roster for the remaining two games against Canada. She’ll look to help a red, white, and blue squad that currently trails Canada two games to one. McMahon, who is currently skating for the Ottawa Charge, is also…

Team Dropkin Defeats Team Casper to Claim The USA National Curling Championship

Team Dropkin will represent Team USA at the World Curling Championship.

February 2, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The final day of the USA National Curling Championship took place at the DECC Arena on Sunday. Team Dropkin faced Team Casper in the championship round. In the semifinal round of the playoffs, Team Dropkin defeated Team Shuster 11-3. No easy test in the final round as Team Casper went undefeated during the tournament. But Team Dropkin defeats…

Anthony Edwards Headed to Third Straight NBA All-Star Game

Bucks guard Damian Lillard was also named as an all-star reserve.

January 31, 2025

KQDS Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards is headed to his third straight NBA All-Star Game. Edwards was named a reserve for the Western Conference All-Stars when the teams were announced Thursday night. He’s the second player in franchise history to be named an All-Star at least three straight times, joining Kevin Garnett, who was an All-Star eight straight seasons from…

Wild Sideline Kaprizov for at Least a Month, with Surgery Needed on Lingering Lower-Body Injury

After missing 12 games over a month of inaction, Kaprizov rejoined the Wild last week. He played in three games, but he was not himself.

January 28, 2025

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota Wild star Kirill Kaprizov needs surgery on the lingering lower-body injury he recently returned from and will be sidelined for at least a month. General manager Bill Guerin said during practice on Tuesday that Kaprizov is expected to be back with the team later this season, but the Wild must again compensate for the…

UMD Football Alum Heading to Super Bowl as Member of Eagles Coaching Staff

Yelk played with the Bulldogs from 2005-to-2008, where he was an All-American defensive back.

January 27, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former UMD football standout and coach will make his first Super Bowl appearance with the Philadelphia Eagles. Tyler Yelk is the quality control coach for the Eagles and joined the team in 2023. Yelk played with the Bulldogs from 2005-to-2008, where he was an All-American defensive back. After his playing career, Yelk joined the UMD coaching staff…

Islanders Acquire Defenseman Scott Perunovich in a Trade with the Blues

The Hibbing, Minnesota, native is making $1.15 million and is set to be a restricted free agent this summer.

January 27, 2025

The Associated Press,

ST. LOUIS (AP) — The New York Islanders made another addition to their blue line Monday, acquiring defenseman Scott Perunovich from the St. Louis Blues in exchange for a conditional fifth-round pick in the 2026 draft. The trade announced by the teams comes on the heels of the Islanders signing Tony DeAngelo to a contract for the rest of the NHL season….

Wild Bring Back Kaprizov and Spurgeon From Injuries Before Game vs. Utah

Kaprizov was among the NHL leaders in goals and points before he was hurt.

January 23, 2025

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Wild activated star Kirill Kaprizov and captain Jared Spurgeon from injured reserve before their game against Utah on Thursday, putting two integral players back in the lineup. Kaprizov last played on Dec. 23 against Chicago. He missed 12 games with a lower-body injury that lingered longer than the Wild initially believed it would,…

NBA Postpones Bucks-Pelicans Game After Historic Snow Storm in New Orleans

The Bucks are scheduled to play in Miami on Thursday.

January 22, 2025

The Associated Press,

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The NBA has postponed Wednesday night’s game in New Orleans between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Pelicans after a historic winter storm dumped about a foot of snow in the Big Easy. Tuesday’s winter storm made road travel treacherous in a subtropical city with minimal snow-clearing equipment on hand. The Milwaukee Bucks beat the weather by…

Ichiro Suzuki, CC Sabathia and Billy Wagner Elected to Baseball Hall of Fame

Sabathia was a six-time All-Star, won the 2007 AL Cy Young Award and a World Series title in 2009.

January 21, 2025

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Ichiro Suzuki became the first Japanese player chosen for baseball’s Hall of Fame, falling one vote shy of unanimous when he was elected Tuesday along with CC Sabathia and Billy Wagner. Suzuki received 393 of 394 votes from the Baseball Writers’ Association of America. Sabathia was on 342 ballots and Wagner on 325, which was 29…

Vikings, Kevin O’Connell Reach Agreement on Multi-Year Extension

O’Connell is 34-19 through three seasons as the Vikings’ head coach.

January 21, 2025

KQDS Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The Minnesota Vikings announced Tuesday they have agreed to terms on a multi-year contract extension for head coach Kevin O’Connell. O’Connell is 34-19 through three seasons as the Vikings’ head coach. Owner and President Mark Wilf released a statement on Tuesday. “Kevin is exactly who we believed him to be when we named him as our head coach…

Yakov Trenin and Brock Faber Score 3rd Period Goals in the Wild’s 3-1 Win Over the Avalanche

Yakov Trenin scored against his former team early in the third period, and the Minnesota Wild beat the Colorado Avalanche 3-1 on Monday.

January 20, 2025

The Associated Press,

DENVER (AP) — Yakov Trenin scored against his former team early in the third period, and the Minnesota Wild beat the Colorado Avalanche 3-1 on Monday. Jake Middleton had a goal and an assist, Brock Faber also scored and Marc-Andre Fleury made 26 saves for Minnesota. The game was tied entering the third period but Trenin gave the Wild a…

Jackson, Bane Lead 4th-Quarter Rally as Grizzlies Beat Timberwolves 108-106

Anthony Edwards led Minnesota with 32 points, while Naz Reid finished with 29 points.

January 20, 2025

The Associated Press,

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Jaren Jackson Jr. had 24 points, including 15 in the fourth quarter, and Desmond Bane added 22 points as the Memphis Grizzlies used a late rally to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-106 on Monday. Jackson, who was 6 of 8 in the final quarter, added 10 rebounds and a pair of blocks for Memphis, which won…

Timberwolves’ Donte DiVincenzo Out Indefinitely with Toe Injury

DiVincenzo, a 6-foot-4 guard in his seventh season out of Villanova, had missed the last two games with the injury.

January 20, 2025

The Associated Press,

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Donte DiVincenzo, who recently moved into the Minnesota Timberwolves starting lineup, is out indefinitely with a big toe injury, the team announced before Monday’s game against the Memphis Grizzlies. DiVincenzo, a 6-foot-4 guard in his seventh season out of Villanova, had missed the last two games with the injury. “It’s indefinite at this stage,” Minnesota coach…

‘Mr. Baseball’ Bob Uecker, Brewers announcer, dies at 90

January 16, 2025

The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Bob Uecker, the voice of his hometown Milwaukee Brewers who after a short playing career earned the moniker “Mr. Baseball” and honors from the Hall of Fame, has died. He was 90. The team announced Uecker died Thursday morning, calling it “one of the most difficult days in Milwaukee Brewers history.” In a statement released by the…

Rams Overwhelm Vikings 27-9 in Wild-Card Playoff Game Moved to Arizona Because of LA Wildfires

The Vikings managed 269 total yards and many of those came when the game was already out of hand.

January 14, 2025

The Associated Press,

GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Sam Darnold tried to step up in the pocket to find a receiver but there was nowhere to go. The blue and yellow wall that was the Los Angeles Rams’ defense closed too fast. Akhello Witherspoon got there first, knocking the Minnesota quarterback to the ground as the ball popped loose. Jared Verse scooped it up…

Fumble On Opening Kickoff, Injuries & Penalties Cost The Packers In Their Loss To The Eagles

Keisean Nixon fumbled the opening kickoff and the Green Bay Packers were never able to pick up the pieces.

January 12, 2025

The Associated Press,

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Keisean Nixon fumbled the opening kickoff and the Green Bay Packers were never able to pick up the pieces. Nixon’s lost fumble was the first in a series of blunders in a 22-10 loss at the Philadelphia Eagles in the wild-card round Sunday night, an injury-marred game that ended the Packers’ season. Green Bay lost two of…

NFL Moves Vikings-Rams Playoff Game to Arizona After Days of Devastating Wildfires in Los Angeles

The playoff game will be played Monday night at State Farm Stadium, the home of the Arizona Cardinals, in suburban Glendale, Arizona.

January 9, 2025

The Associated Press,

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The NFL has moved the Rams’ wild-card playoff game against the Minnesota Vikings to Arizona after days of devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area. The playoff game will be played Monday night at State Farm Stadium, the home of the Arizona Cardinals, in suburban Glendale, Arizona. The league announced the decision Thursday, a few hours…

Will the NFL Move the Vikings/Rams Playoff Game Due to L.A. Wildfires?

If SoFi Stadium cannot host the Vikings/Rams game, it will be moved to State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

January 8, 2025

KQDS Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The Minnesota Vikings are set to face the L.A. Rams next Monday night in the NFC Wild Card Playoffs. Mother Nature might have a say in that, and it could force the game to be moved. A massive wind storm hit the L.A. area early this week, with wildfires in the area making for dangerous conditions and creating poor air…

Former UWS Forward Charles Martin Makes AHL Debut with Calgary Wranglers

Martin is the first Yellowjacket ever to play in the AHL.

January 7, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A former Yellowjacket continues to climb up the pro ranks. Forward Charles Martin made his AHL debut with the Calgary Wranglers last week. The Wranglers are the affiliate of the NHL’s Calgary Flames. Martin is the first Yellowjacket ever to play in the AHL. He last suited up for UWS in the 2022-2023 season, tallying 18 points in…

Packers’ Christian Watson Out for Season with Torn ACL in Right Knee

Packers coach Matt LaFleur confirmed the severity of Watson’s injury Monday.

January 6, 2025

The Associated Press,

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson has torn his anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee and he won’t be available for any of the postseason. Packers coach Matt LaFleur confirmed the severity of Watson’s injury Monday, one day after the 2022 second-round pick from North Dakota State was carted into the locker room in the second quarter of…

Lions Beat Vikings 31-9, Win NFC North and No. 1 Seed, Dropping Division Rivals to No. 5

Minnesota plays at the NFC West champion Los Angeles Rams next Monday night.

January 6, 2025

The Associated Press,

DETROIT (AP) — Jahmyr Gibbs was the game-breaking player the Detroit Lions needed to get their high-powered offense in gear — and give them a first-round bye and home-field advantage in the NFC playoffs. Gibbs scored three of his franchise-record tying four touchdowns in the second half, and the Lions beat the Minnesota Vikings 31-9 on Sunday night to win…

Bears Rally for 24-22 Win in Green Bay as Packers Lose Love and Watson to Injuries

Green Bay (11-6) is the No. 7 seed in the NFC playoffs and will play at Philadelphia in the wild-card round.

January 5, 2025

The Associated Press,

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Caleb Williams gained a shot of confidence and Cairo Santos earned a measure of redemption. The Chicago Bears finished a disappointing season on a high note, while the Green Bay Packers limped into the playoffs with plenty of questions. Williams drove Chicago to Santos’ 51-yard field goal as time expired in a 24-22 victory over…

Antetokounmpo and Bucks Shake Off Sluggish 1st Half, Rally to Beat The Pacers 120-112

Giannis Antetokounmpo shook off a four-point first half and finished with 30 points and 12 rebounds as the Milwaukee Bucks rallied from a 19-point deficit and beat the Indiana Pacers 120-112 on Tuesday.

December 31, 2024

The Associated Press,

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo shook off a four-point first half and finished with 30 points and 12 rebounds as the Milwaukee Bucks rallied from a 19-point deficit and beat the Indiana Pacers 120-112 on Tuesday. Antetokounmpo, a two-time MVP who missed the previous three games with a non-COVID illness, stepped up in the second half after the Bucks fell…

Gilgeous-Alexander Scores 40 to Lead Thunder Past Timberwolves 113-105

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder rallied to win their seventh straight game, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 113-105 on Tuesday night.

December 31, 2024

The Associated Press,

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder rallied to win their seventh straight game, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 113-105 on Tuesday night. Isaiah Hartenstein added 15 points and 10 rebounds, and Lu Dort and Jalen Williams each had 14 points for the Thunder (27-5), which trailed 52-46 at halftime before outscoring Minnesota 43-23…

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Ingram started 41 games at right guard over three years for the Vikings.

Dillon sat out last season because of a neck injury.

Smith reportedly agreed to a one-year, $10.25 million deal for the 2025 season and can earn up to $14 million in incentives.

Minnesota appears set to start J.J. McCarthy, who missed his rookie season with a knee injury. Sam Darnold, who led the Vikings to a 14-3 record, agreed to a deal with Seattle.

Javon Hargrave, who has been informed by the San Francisco 49ers that he will be released, was planning to sign with the Vikings as well, NFL Network reported.

The Vikings remain in the market for the interior of both lines, areas that proved vital to the Eagles' title.

Bynum started 54 games in four seasons with the Minnesota Vikings.

Darnold had a breakthrough season in his only year in Minnesota, throwing for 4,319 yards and 35 TDs while posting a 102.5 passer rating and leading the Vikings to 14 wins.

Jones was the third rusher in franchise history to hit the 1,000-yard mark in his first year with Minnesota.

Soucy has so far tallied 10 points in 59 games for Vancouver this season.

McManus, 33, could have become an unrestricted free agent next week if he hadn’t agreed to terms.

The Minnesota Vikings will likely let their starting quarterback set the NFL free agent market for a second straight offseason.

Davante Adams' reunion with Aaron Rodgers lasted just 11 games with the New York Jets.

Edwards has been playing overseas for the Paris Musketeers in the European League of Football.

Portis cannot play again until April 8 — the 79th game of Milwaukee's 82-game regular-season schedule — at the earliest.

The four-time MVP, who’s the fifth player in NFL history to throw 500 touchdown passes in the regular season, has one year left on his contract, worth a non-guaranteed $37.5 million.

Anthony Edwards’ jumper in the final seconds was off for Minnesota and Kuzma — playing his fourth game for Milwaukee after being acquired from Washington — came down with the rebound.

France has spent the majority of his career with the Seattle Mariners, who traded him last summer to the Cincinnati Reds after he'd been placed on waivers.

Hallquist was named Northwoods League Player of the Year following the 2023 season.

The transaction is subject to approval by the league's board of governors, with at least 23 of 30 team owners needing to vote yes.

Jalen Hurts quiets any doubters with a Super Bowl MVP.

Kevin O’Connell beat out Dan Campbell for Coach of the Year after leading the Minnesota Vikings to 14 wins with quarterback Sam Darnold.

Antonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe were voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in the smallest induction class in 20 years following offseason rule changes meant to make it harder to get inducted.

A Gold Glove winner for St. Louis in 2021, Bader will be playing for his fifth team in five seasons.

The 33-year-old Middleton, who has struggled with injuries, leaves the Bucks after spending all but one of his 13 NBA seasons in Milwaukee.

He ends his career as the Packers’ all-time leading scorer after kicking for Green Bay from 2007-22.

McMahon, who is currently skating for the Ottawa Charge, is also reunited with current teammate Gabbie Hughes.

Team Dropkin will represent Team USA at the World Curling Championship.

Bucks guard Damian Lillard was also named as an all-star reserve.

After missing 12 games over a month of inaction, Kaprizov rejoined the Wild last week. He played in three games, but he was not himself.

Yelk played with the Bulldogs from 2005-to-2008, where he was an All-American defensive back.

The Hibbing, Minnesota, native is making $1.15 million and is set to be a restricted free agent this summer.

Kaprizov was among the NHL leaders in goals and points before he was hurt.

The Bucks are scheduled to play in Miami on Thursday.

Sabathia was a six-time All-Star, won the 2007 AL Cy Young Award and a World Series title in 2009.

O’Connell is 34-19 through three seasons as the Vikings’ head coach.

Yakov Trenin scored against his former team early in the third period, and the Minnesota Wild beat the Colorado Avalanche 3-1 on Monday.

Anthony Edwards led Minnesota with 32 points, while Naz Reid finished with 29 points.

DiVincenzo, a 6-foot-4 guard in his seventh season out of Villanova, had missed the last two games with the injury.

The Vikings managed 269 total yards and many of those came when the game was already out of hand.

Keisean Nixon fumbled the opening kickoff and the Green Bay Packers were never able to pick up the pieces.

The playoff game will be played Monday night at State Farm Stadium, the home of the Arizona Cardinals, in suburban Glendale, Arizona.

If SoFi Stadium cannot host the Vikings/Rams game, it will be moved to State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

Martin is the first Yellowjacket ever to play in the AHL.

Packers coach Matt LaFleur confirmed the severity of Watson’s injury Monday.

Minnesota plays at the NFC West champion Los Angeles Rams next Monday night.

Green Bay (11-6) is the No. 7 seed in the NFC playoffs and will play at Philadelphia in the wild-card round.

Giannis Antetokounmpo shook off a four-point first half and finished with 30 points and 12 rebounds as the Milwaukee Bucks rallied from a 19-point deficit and beat the Indiana Pacers 120-112 on Tuesday.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder rallied to win their seventh straight game, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 113-105 on Tuesday night.

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