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Lots of solid tight ends in draft, but Vikings don't need one
Fifth in a series: Even with T.J. Hockenson recovering from knee surgery, the Vikings have depth and some long-term stability at tight end.
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What will Vikings defense look like in Year 2 under Flores?
The Star Tribune's Andrew Krammer and Purple Insider's Matthew Coller discuss Brian Flores' offseason, a Vikings defense in transition and Kevin O'Connell's comments about the team's QB decision in the latest Access Vikings podcast.
A Vikings-New England trade? Three thoughts on the No. 3 overall pick
The Vikings need a quarterback and every signal they have suggests they intend to choose one very high in next week's draft. The Patriots are in a similar situation, but there are reasons why a deal could be a good fit.
Packers could still look to upgrade secondary in NFL draft even after adding Xavier McKinney
The Green Bay Packers made a big investment in their secondary by signing safety Xavier McKinney from the New York Giants.
Harbaugh likes Chargers being in the fifth overall position going into the NFL draft
In Jim Harbaugh's estimation, no one has it better than the Los Angeles Chargers going into the NFL draft.
Can the Vikings find long-term running back solution in the draft?
Fourth in a series: The Vikings could still use more talent for their rushing attack even after adding Aaron Jones from the Packers to lead their backfield.
Grateful for the beast that is the Boston Marathon
Star Tribune Vikings beat reporter Ben Goessling ran his first Boston Marathon on Monday, and by the time he finished, gratitude for the experience overshadowed any disappointments.
The sons of several former NFL stars are ready to carve their path into the league through the draft
Jeremiah Trotter Jr. wears his dad's No. 54, plays the same position and celebrates sacks and big tackles with the same signature axe swing.
OJ Simpson has been cremated, estate attorney in Las Vegas says. No public memorial is planned
Former football star and celebrity criminal defendant O.J. Simpson was cremated Wednesday, the lawyer handling his estate said following his death last week at home in Las Vegas at age 76.
This year's NFL draft has lowest number of early entrants since 2011. That trend figures to continue
The lure of starting a pro career early apparently isn't quite as tempting for underclassmen now as it was in the days before college stars could profit off their name, image and likeness.
Tackles are solid, but Vikings' offensive line still has big needs
Part 1 of a series: Three names to know, one sleeper and when the Vikings are likely to address their offensive line issues kick off our look at the 2024 draft.
This position rivals quarterback as Vikings' top need
The Vikings need defensive line help inside, outside and all over the place. There's a reason why edge rusher is the most common position selected by the Vikings in mock drafts.
Flores channels 'inner Zimmer,' makes pitch for another cornerback
Not everybody is fixated on which quarterback the Vikings should take in the draft. Brian Flores, the team's defensive coordinator, thinks "you can never have enough" cornerbacks.
Much talent in draft at position where Vikings don't need much help
Third in a series: The Vikings don't need much help at receiver, but this is considered to be a very talented draft class for the teams that do.
Vikings-New England trade? Patriots insider on that possibility.
Tom Curran of NBC Sports Boston joined host Michael Rand for a look at next week's draft. The Patriots, like the Vikings, need a quarterback. But would New England trade the No. 3 pick?
Flores returns to Vikings after getting no head coaching interviews
Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores spoke to reporters Tuesday about the team's offseason moves and what's in store for his second season in Minnesota.
Travis Kelce named host of 'Are You Smarter than a Celebrity?' for Prime Video
Travis Kelce's NFL off-season with the Kansas City Chiefs has been a busy one.
Hockenson says NFL needs to look at hit that injured his knee
Tight end T.J. Hockenson, whose 95 catches led the Vikings last season, could miss the start of the regular season following surgery in January to repair a torn ACL.
O'Connell has spent life around QBs. Can that help Vikings draft one?
Kevin O'Connell has been an NFL quarterback, played with Tom Brady and coached the position. The Vikings head coach shared things he wants to see in a quarterback.
Packers sign former Tennessee Titans offensive tackle Andre Dillard
Offensive tackle Andre Dillard signed with the Green Bay Packers on Thursday, one month after the Tennessee Titans released him.
The Chiefs' Rashee Rice, facing charges from Texas car crash, will participate in offseason work
Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Monday that wide receiver Rashee Rice, who is facing charges that include aggravated assault as a result of a sports car crash in Texas, would participate in the team's voluntary offseason program beginning this week.
Eagles lock in WR DeVonta Smith with 3-year contract extension
The Philadelphia Eagles agreed to terms with wide receiver DeVonta Smith on a three-year contract extension through the 2028 season on Monday.
NFL's first medical summit brought teams together to collaborate on improving player safety
The NFL has implemented new rules, banned another type of tackle and introduced equipment aimed toward improving player safety.
Podcast: 'Two-year' process has only drawn Vikings closer to this QB draft class
Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer discuss the Vikings being "in love with" multiple quarterbacks in this draft, according to general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, in this episode of the Access Vikings podcast.
Training for Boston Marathon during a never-ending Vikings season
Interviews, free-agent signings and NFL injuries interrupted Vikings reporter Ben Goessling's training to prepare for the race. So how did he prepare to run in today's race?
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Debate over tight end value hovers over Brock Bowers' draft prospects
Evaluating Brock Bowers the player is a fairly straightforward assignment.
NFL draft will include many Michigan men, maybe enough to break record set by 2022 Georgia Bulldogs
J.J. McCarthy is expected to be the first of many Michigan men drafted from its national championship team.
Vikings have the 11th and 23rd picks in the NFL draft and a need for a QB. Can they get their guy?
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Minnesota Sports Hall of Fame: A class-by-class list of all members
Who's in the Star Tribune Minnesota Sports Hall of Fame? From Bernie Bierman to the latest class, here's the list: