How to watch NFL football: Week 18
As we kick off the new year, teams are fighting for division titles and number one seeds entering the final week of the regular season.
As we kick off the new year, teams are fighting for division titles and number one seeds entering the final week of the regular season.
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy returns to practice, status for finale uncertain
The Minnesota Vikings close out the regular season hosting the Green Bay Packers on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium. One thing seems certain: If J.J. McCarthy’s right hand is healthy and he can grip the football, he’ll get his 10th start of the season.
The Minnesota Vikings close out the regular season hosting the Green Bay Packers on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium. One thing seems certain: If J.J. McCarthy’s right hand is healthy and he can grip the football, he’ll get his 10th start of the season.
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy back at practice after hand injury
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy did a throwing session on Tuesday at TCO Performance Center, and was limited in practice on Wednesday as he returns from a hairline fracture in his throwing hand.
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy did a throwing session on Tuesday at TCO Performance Center, and was limited in practice on Wednesday as he returns from a hairline fracture in his throwing hand.
Kevin O'Connell wants J.J. McCarthy to play in regular season finale
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell gave an injury update on J.J. McCarthy Wednesday, and says he'll play Sunday against the Packers if he's medically cleared and able to grip the football. McCarthy is recovering from a hairline fracture in his throwing hand.
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell gave an injury update on J.J. McCarthy Wednesday, and says he'll play Sunday against the Packers if he's medically cleared and able to grip the football. McCarthy is recovering from a hairline fracture in his throwing hand.
Vikings' Harrison Smith earns NFC Defensive Player of the Week
Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith on Wednesday was named the NFC Defensive Player of the Week following one of the best games of his career in a 23-10 win over the Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith on Wednesday was named the NFC Defensive Player of the Week following one of the best games of his career in a 23-10 win over the Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium.
The Autumn Ivy: Gopher Football at Wrigley Field
During the 2025 season, the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers traveled to Chicago to take on the Northwestern Wildcats in the friendly confines of Wrigley Field. FOX 9's DOC 9 team tagged along to give an incredible look at football being played at the historic Wrigley Field. Our DOC9 crew teamed up with Gopher Digital Productions, WFLD-TV and the Big Ten Network to capture a football game at Wrigley Field. The documentary is narrated by Patrick Kessler.
During the 2025 season, the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers traveled to Chicago to take on the Northwestern Wildcats in the friendly confines of Wrigley Field. FOX 9's DOC 9 team tagged along to give an incredible look at football being played at the historic Wrigley Field. Our DOC9 crew teamed up with Gopher Digital Productions, WFLD-TV and the Big Ten Network to capture a football game at Wrigley Field. The documentary is narrated by Patrick Kessler.
10,000 Takes: Dec. 31, 2025
10,000 Takes on Dec. 31, 2025.
10,000 Takes on Dec. 31, 2025.
1st and North: Week 18, 2025
Sports anchors from Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Detroit team up to look back at week 17 and provide a preview for the NFL's NFC North in week 18 as the Vikings look to end their 2025 season.
Sports anchors from Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Detroit team up to look back at week 17 and provide a preview for the NFL's NFC North in week 18 as the Vikings look to end their 2025 season.
Brian Flores deflects questions on Vikings’ future: 'I love Minnesota'
The Minnesota Vikings host the Green Bay Packers on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium to close out the 2025 season. Will it be the last time Brian Flores is the leader of the Vikings’ defense?
The Minnesota Vikings host the Green Bay Packers on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium to close out the 2025 season. Will it be the last time Brian Flores is the leader of the Vikings’ defense?
Brian Flores deflects questions on Vikings’ future: 'I love Minnesota'
The Minnesota Vikings host the Green Bay Packers on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium to close out the 2025 season. Will it be the last time Brian Flores is the leader of the Vikings’ defense? We’ll have to wait to find out.
The Minnesota Vikings host the Green Bay Packers on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium to close out the 2025 season. Will it be the last time Brian Flores is the leader of the Vikings’ defense? We’ll have to wait to find out.
H&H Podcast: Vikings’ turnaround, Wolves warning signs & Flores head coach debate
In this week’s episode of the H & H Podcast, Ahmad Hicks and Henry Lake break down the current state of the Minnesota Timberwolves following a stretch of big wins mixed with some tough losses. While acknowledging the positives, both hosts also point out key areas of concern that could impact the Wolves moving forward. On the gridiron, the Vikings are riding a season-high four-game winning streak and have an opportunity to close the year strong with a rivalry matchup. Hicks sees the turnaround as an encouraging sign for a team that struggled early, crediting the defense for leading the resurgence. Lake goes a step further, arguing that defensive coordinator Brian Flores has done enough to earn another head coaching opportunity. Hicks pushes back, questioning whether Flores’ ongoing lawsuit against the NFL could stand in the way of him leading a team. The Gophers football program added another bowl win under P.J. Fleck, but neither Hicks nor Lake were particularly impressed with the performance. Meanwhile, Minnesota’s basketball programs are gaining momentum—especially the women’s team, which sits at 10–3 on the season and is preparing for a challenging stretch against ranked opponents.
In this week’s episode of the H & H Podcast, Ahmad Hicks and Henry Lake break down the current state of the Minnesota Timberwolves following a stretch of big wins mixed with some tough losses. While acknowledging the positives, both hosts also point out key areas of concern that could impact the Wolves moving forward. On the gridiron, the Vikings are riding a season-high four-game winning streak and have an opportunity to close the year strong with a rivalry matchup. Hicks sees the turnaround as an encouraging sign for a team that struggled early, crediting the defense for leading the resurgence. Lake goes a step further, arguing that defensive coordinator Brian Flores has done enough to earn another head coaching opportunity. Hicks pushes back, questioning whether Flores’ ongoing lawsuit against the NFL could stand in the way of him leading a team. The Gophers football program added another bowl win under P.J. Fleck, but neither Hicks nor Lake were particularly impressed with the performance. Meanwhile, Minnesota’s basketball programs are gaining momentum—especially the women’s team, which sits at 10–3 on the season and is preparing for a challenging stretch against ranked opponents.
Patriots' Stefon Diggs charged with felony strangulation, denies allegations
New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs is facing felony strangulation or suffocation and misdemeanor assault and battery charges stemming from an incident earlier this month, according to police.
New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs is facing felony strangulation or suffocation and misdemeanor assault and battery charges stemming from an incident earlier this month, according to police.
Vikings: Kevin O’Connell on J.J. McCarthy: ‘I’d love to get him one more game’
The Minnesota Vikings close out the regular season on Sunday against the Green Bay Packers, and Kevin O'Connell is hoping J.J. McCarthy can return from an injury to his throwing hand.
The Minnesota Vikings close out the regular season on Sunday against the Green Bay Packers, and Kevin O'Connell is hoping J.J. McCarthy can return from an injury to his throwing hand.
The Autumn Ivy: Gopher football at Wrigley Field
During the 2025 season, the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers traveled to Chicago to take on the Northwestern Wildcats in the friendly confines of Wrigley Field. FOX 9's DOC 9 team tagged along to give an incredible look at football being played at the historic Wrigley Field. Our DOC9 crew teamed up with Gopher Digital Productions, WFLD-TV and the Big Ten Network to capture a football game at Wrigley Field. The documentary is narrated by Patrick Kessler.
During the 2025 season, the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers traveled to Chicago to take on the Northwestern Wildcats in the friendly confines of Wrigley Field. FOX 9's DOC 9 team tagged along to give an incredible look at football being played at the historic Wrigley Field. Our DOC9 crew teamed up with Gopher Digital Productions, WFLD-TV and the Big Ten Network to capture a football game at Wrigley Field. The documentary is narrated by Patrick Kessler.
Vikings-Packers: An early look at Week 18
After what’s been mostly a disappointing season, the Minnesota Vikings host the Green Bay Packers next weekend to close out 2025.
After what’s been mostly a disappointing season, the Minnesota Vikings host the Green Bay Packers next weekend to close out 2025.
Vikings-Packers: An early look at Week 18
Sunday night on FOX 9 Sports Now, Pierre Noujaim catches up with Pete Bercich from the Vikings Radio Network. They discuss Thursday's 23-10 win over the Lions, next week's finale against the Green Bay Packers and if J.J. McCarthy and Jordan Love will play.
Sunday night on FOX 9 Sports Now, Pierre Noujaim catches up with Pete Bercich from the Vikings Radio Network. They discuss Thursday's 23-10 win over the Lions, next week's finale against the Green Bay Packers and if J.J. McCarthy and Jordan Love will play.
Vikings fans give Harrison Smith standing ovation during win over Lions
Vikings' fans gave Harrison Smith a standing ovation after a huge game in Thursday's 23-10 win over the Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium. Smith got a game ball, and got emotional in the locker room after the win.
Vikings' fans gave Harrison Smith a standing ovation after a huge game in Thursday's 23-10 win over the Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium. Smith got a game ball, and got emotional in the locker room after the win.
Vikings locker room reacts after 23-10 win over Lions on Christmas
Vikings players Theo Jackson, Byron Murphy Jr., Jordan Addison, Andrew Van Ginkel, Harrison Smith and Justin Jefferson react from the locker room after Sunday's 23-10 win over the Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Vikings have won four straight and are 8-8 with one gam left.
Vikings players Theo Jackson, Byron Murphy Jr., Jordan Addison, Andrew Van Ginkel, Harrison Smith and Justin Jefferson react from the locker room after Sunday's 23-10 win over the Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Vikings have won four straight and are 8-8 with one gam left.
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Vikings beat Lions 23-10, win fourth straight [FULL]
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Detroit Lions 23-10 on Christmas Day at U.S. Bank Stadium. Coach Kevin O’Connell spoke with reporters after talked about the team’s four-game win streak, getting back to .500 and the defense forcing six turnovers.
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Detroit Lions 23-10 on Christmas Day at U.S. Bank Stadium. Coach Kevin O’Connell spoke with reporters after talked about the team’s four-game win streak, getting back to .500 and the defense forcing six turnovers.
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Max Brosmer reacts after Vikings beat Lions, 23-10 [FULL]
Vikings quarterback Max Brosmer spoke with reporters after Sunday's 23-10 win over the Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium. Brosmer finished 9-of-16 for 51 yards and didn't commit a turnover despite being sacked seven times.
Vikings quarterback Max Brosmer spoke with reporters after Sunday's 23-10 win over the Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium. Brosmer finished 9-of-16 for 51 yards and didn't commit a turnover despite being sacked seven times.