Vikings Cheerleader Elyssa: Ready To Conquer The World
By Jayme Lamm You know that moment you think you’ve accomplished something big, and you can sit back, relax and soak it all in? Well, once you meet Elyssa, you’ll realize you’re probably underachieving...
View ArticleJudge: Wells Fargo Can Keep Signs Near U.S. Bank Stadium
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A federal judge has denied the Minnesota Vikings’ request for a preliminary injunction that would have forced Wells Fargo to remove or cover two rooftop signs near the new stadium....
View ArticleBridgewater Throws 2 TD Passes In Pro Bowl Victory
HONOLULU (AP) — Russell Wilson threw three first-half touchdown passes to lead Team Irvin to a 49-27 victory over Team Rice in the Pro Bowl on Sunday. The Seattle Seahawks star, who was the first...
View ArticleVikings Fans Claim 45,000 Seats At U.S. Bank Stadium
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — With the new home of the Minnesota Vikings set to open later this summer, the team announced Wednesday that licenses for more than 45,000 seats have been secured by fans. With...
View Article4 Minnesota Connections To The Super Bowl
It’s the biggest game in the sports world. Super Bowl 50 will take place Sunday afternoon as the Carolina Panthers face the Denver Broncos. As usual, there are all sorts of storylines heading into the...
View ArticleU.S. Bank Stadium Passes Snow Test With Ease
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – The developers of U.S. Bank Stadium were celebrating this week after getting a test run from Mother Nature on how the Vikings’ new home will handle heavy snow. The stadium’s...
View ArticleThese Are The Best Teams To Not Win The Super Bowl
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — They had the stars, the swagger and the sparkling record to prove it. Then, poof, it was gone. No Super Bowl ring, no parade, no trip to the White House. Nothing but a long offseason...
View ArticleDon’t Be Jealous Of Andrew Sendejo’s V-Day Date At McD’s
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Minnesota Vikings safety Andrew Sendejo didn’t need to make reservations for his Valentine’s Day dinner. That’s because he took his date to McDonald’s. “Everyone jokes about doing...
View ArticleU.S. Bank Stadium Reaches 90 Percent Completion Mark
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — With more than 3.2 million worker hours logged at the new home of the Minnesota Vikings, U.S. Bank Stadium is 90 percent complete. The Vikings organization and Mortenson...
View Article7 Good Guys On The Minnesota Sports Scene
Whether it’s healthy or not, any of us that pay attention to professional sports in any capacity idolize athletes. They dedicate their whole life to playing sports and get paid a lot of money to do so....
View ArticleVikings Name Brent Salazar Head Strength, Conditioning Coach
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (WCCO) — The Minnesota Vikings announced Wednesday they have a new strength and conditioning coach, and he’s a seasoned veteran in the NFL. The Vikings have brought in Brent Salazar...
View ArticleDayton: Vikings Would Be L.A. Bound Without New Stadium
ST. PAUL, Minn. (WCCO) — Governor Mark Dayton said Wednesday that the Minnesota Vikings would be moving to Los Angeles if the state had not built a new stadium. The Governor’s comments come as the new...
View ArticleFmr. Viking Jared Allen Announces Retirement, Rides Off ‘Into The Sunset’
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Former Minnesota Vikings defensive end Jared Allen announced his retirement in a truly Jared Allen-esque way Thursday: by riding off “into the sunset” on his horse. In a Twitter...
View ArticleSpielman: Offensive Line Is Most Critical For Vikings In 2016
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) — After finishing 11-5 with a division title, the Minnesota Vikings will look in 2016 a lot like they did last season. Still, general manager Rick Spielman must make some...
View ArticleU.S. Bank Stadium Needs Up To $4M In Repairs
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Just days after touting the Vikings stadium as 90 percent complete, the contractors reveal millions of dollars worth of repairs are now needed on U.S. Bank Stadium. Leaks in the...
View ArticleMan Who Murdered Adrian Peterson’s Son Files Appeal
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — The man serving a life sentence for murdering one of Adrian Peterson’s sons wants the South Dakota Supreme Court to take a look at his conviction. Joseph Patterson was convicted...
View ArticleU.S. Bank Stadium Looking For 2,500 Employees
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Help wanted at the new U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. The company managing the $1 billion stadium is looking for 2,500 part-time hospitality workers. The stadium is scheduled to...
View ArticleFmr. Vikings Players Contribute Art To New Stadium
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — When U.S. Bank Stadium opens later this year, it will feature art created by three Vikings alumni. The legendary Carl Eller and Matt Blair were in Winter Park Tuesday showcasing...
View ArticleVikings’ Coach Zimmer Honors Late Wife With Foundation
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer has launched a charitable foundation in his name and in honor of his late wife. The Vikings announced Thursday that Zimmer and his...
View ArticleVikings Re-Sign S Andrew Sendejo, DT Kenrick Ellis
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings kept two of their players from reaching free agency by agreeing to deals with safety Andrew Sendejo and defensive tackle Kenrick Ellis on Saturday. Sendejo...
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