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Gophers football recruits Arizona long snapper, Rocori tackle
Andrew Trout, a 6-6 sophomore out of Rocori, is the first of P.J. Fleck's 2026 recruits, while Alan Soukup, out of Phoenix, Arizona, is a decommit from Indiana.
U.S. Bank Stadium seeking $62M for phase two of secure perimeter at Vikings' home
Final estimate means stadium authority will seek additional money from state. The Legislature approved $15.7 million for phase one.
Gallery: Memorial service for Bud Grant
A memorial service was held for Bud Grant on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at Grace Church in Eden Prairie.
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Cincinnati and Buffalo fans hold vigils for Hamlin
The NFL and its fans are rallying in support of Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, who remains in critical condition at a Cincinnati hospital after going into cardiac arrest on the field. Hamlin's recovery is moving in "a positive direction" as of Wednesday, the player's marketing representative said.
Prep Bowl: Maple Grove beats Rosemount 27-10 for 6A title
Maple Grove High School played against Rosemount High School in the 6A State Football Championship game at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Friday, December 2, 2022.
Prep Bowl: Simley ousts Hutchinson for 4A crown 34-24
Simley High School played Hutchinson in the Class 4A championship football game on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.
Charge: St. Olaf football player's wrong-way crash at 75 mph kills driver fleeing Chicago police
The wreck occurred on Michigan Avenue, according to officials.
Lakeville South vs. Stillwater in Class 6A football quarterfinal
Lakeville South played against Stillwater in a Class 6A quarterfinal game on Friday, Nov. 11, 2022 at Eden Prairie High School.