River fishing tips from expert guide
As the weather cools, anglers in the region are turning to moving waters like rivers to catch fish stocking up for winter. Matt Johnson, a fishing expert, explained that moving water attracts bait, making it an ideal spot for fish looking to feed. He emphasized the simplicity of using a jig head with a plastic trailer, noting, "You can grab a backpack, one rod, a few baits, and just get lost on the shoreline." A jig and plastic is cost-effective compared to pricier options like crankbaits, and some bladed jigs when fishing a river where snags often happen.
As the weather cools, anglers in the region are turning to moving waters like rivers to catch fish stocking up for winter. Matt Johnson, a fishing expert, explained that moving water attracts bait, making it an ideal spot for fish looking to feed. He emphasized the simplicity of using a jig head with a plastic trailer, noting, "You can grab a backpack, one rod, a few baits, and just get lost on the shoreline." A jig and plastic is cost-effective compared to pricier options like crankbaits, and some bladed jigs when fishing a river where snags often happen.
10,000 Takes: Nov. 15, 2025
10,000 Takes on Nov. 15, 2025.
10,000 Takes on Nov. 15, 2025.
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson explains frustration in Ravens game: 'I want to win'
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson was as frustrated as anyone after last Sunday’s 27-19 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson was as frustrated as anyone after last Sunday’s 27-19 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.
Who is John Beam? Famed Laney College athletic director shot
John Beam, Laney College’s athletic director and former head football coach, was fatally shot on the Oakland campus Thursday, authorities confirmed.
John Beam, Laney College’s athletic director and former head football coach, was fatally shot on the Oakland campus Thursday, authorities confirmed.
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson: ‘I need to return to Year 3 Jets’
Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson spoke with reporters Thursday after practice at TCO Performance Center, talking about showing frustration after last week's loss to the Ravens.
Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson spoke with reporters Thursday after practice at TCO Performance Center, talking about showing frustration after last week's loss to the Ravens.
Vikings-Bears: How to watch the game on FOX 9
Looking to get their season back on track and up to a .500 record, the Minnesota Vikings will play the Chicago Bears on Sunday – a game that can be watched on FOX 9.
Looking to get their season back on track and up to a .500 record, the Minnesota Vikings will play the Chicago Bears on Sunday – a game that can be watched on FOX 9.
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy says hand injury is no excuse for bad throws
Vikings players Blake Cashman, J.J. McCarthy and Aaron Jones spoke with reporters after Wednesday's practice at TCO Performance Center. McCarthy has an injury to his throwing hand, but says it's no excuse for only connecting with Justin Jefferson four times on 12 targets in Sunday's loss to the Ravens.
Vikings players Blake Cashman, J.J. McCarthy and Aaron Jones spoke with reporters after Wednesday's practice at TCO Performance Center. McCarthy has an injury to his throwing hand, but says it's no excuse for only connecting with Justin Jefferson four times on 12 targets in Sunday's loss to the Ravens.
Vikings QB Carson Wentz has successful left shoulder surgery
The Minnesota Vikings host the Chicago Bears on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium, looking to bounce back from last week’s loss to the Baltimore Ravens.
The Minnesota Vikings host the Chicago Bears on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium, looking to bounce back from last week’s loss to the Baltimore Ravens.
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Vikings QB Carson Wentz has successful left shoulder surgery [FULL]
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell gave updates on several players Wednesday at TCO Performance Center. Carson Wentz had successful left shoulder surgery on Tuesday in L.A. J.J. McCarthy will have a bandage on his throwing hand in practice to protect a bruise. Ryan Kelly's 21-day practice window is open in returning from a concussion, and Jonathan Greenard won't practice Wednesday due to a left shoulder. He's questionable for Sunday against the Chicago Bears.
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell gave updates on several players Wednesday at TCO Performance Center. Carson Wentz had successful left shoulder surgery on Tuesday in L.A. J.J. McCarthy will have a bandage on his throwing hand in practice to protect a bruise. Ryan Kelly's 21-day practice window is open in returning from a concussion, and Jonathan Greenard won't practice Wednesday due to a left shoulder. He's questionable for Sunday against the Chicago Bears.
1st and North: Week 11
Sports anchors from Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Detroit team up to look back at week 10 and provide a preview for the NFL's NFC North in week 11 as the Vikings hope to get their season back on track.
Sports anchors from Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Detroit team up to look back at week 10 and provide a preview for the NFL's NFC North in week 11 as the Vikings hope to get their season back on track.
NFL Salute to Service raises millions for its military nonprofit partners
Every November, the NFL and its 32 teams raise money for their military nonprofit partners through the Salute to Service initiative.
Every November, the NFL and its 32 teams raise money for their military nonprofit partners through the Salute to Service initiative.
Gopher Pregame Show: Tom Weston sitdown
Before the Gophers faced Iowa at Kinnick Stadium, FOX 9's Pierre Noujaim sat down with Minnesota punter Tom Weston as part of the Gopher Pregame Show.
Before the Gophers faced Iowa at Kinnick Stadium, FOX 9's Pierre Noujaim sat down with Minnesota punter Tom Weston as part of the Gopher Pregame Show.
Vikings OC Wes Phillips calls 8 false starts ‘embarrassing, losing football’
Vikings offensive coordinator Wes Phillips on Tuesday said he was embarrassed by the offense's eight false start penalties and called it losing football.
Vikings offensive coordinator Wes Phillips on Tuesday said he was embarrassed by the offense's eight false start penalties and called it losing football.
Wes Phillips calls Vikings 8 false starts 'embarrassing, losing football'
Vikings offensive coordinator Wes Phillips spoke with reporters on Tuesday at TCO Performance Center. He called the offense's eight false start penalties embarrassing, and said it's losing football. Vikings special teams coordinator Matt Daniels also talked about Myles Price's fumble on a kick return that set up a Ravens touchdown.
Vikings offensive coordinator Wes Phillips spoke with reporters on Tuesday at TCO Performance Center. He called the offense's eight false start penalties embarrassing, and said it's losing football. Vikings special teams coordinator Matt Daniels also talked about Myles Price's fumble on a kick return that set up a Ravens touchdown.
H&H Podcast: Vikings collapse, Gophers on the brink, Wolves keep winning
This week on the H & H Podcast, Ahmad Hicks and Henry Lake are back breaking down the Vikings’ home loss to the Ravens — and this one gets heated. Who’s really to blame: the players or head coach Kevin O’Connell? Lake argues O’Connell failed to put his guys in position to win, while Hicks says it came down to bad luck and missed opportunities. Plus — the Gophers are massive 25.5-point underdogs heading into their showdown with the No. 10 Oregon Ducks. Both hosts agree it’s time for P.J. Fleck to finally deliver a big-time win — but they strongly disagree on what happens if he doesn’t. The Wolves are rolling again with Anthony Edwards back in the lineup, but can they really hang in the loaded Western Conference? And after the Dallas Mavericks fired GM Nico Harrison, Hicks and Lake debate the growing “win-now” culture in pro sports and whether teams are losing patience too fast. Tune in, comment your takes, and don’t forget to like & subscribe for more Minnesota sports talk every week!
This week on the H & H Podcast, Ahmad Hicks and Henry Lake are back breaking down the Vikings’ home loss to the Ravens — and this one gets heated. Who’s really to blame: the players or head coach Kevin O’Connell? Lake argues O’Connell failed to put his guys in position to win, while Hicks says it came down to bad luck and missed opportunities. Plus — the Gophers are massive 25.5-point underdogs heading into their showdown with the No. 10 Oregon Ducks. Both hosts agree it’s time for P.J. Fleck to finally deliver a big-time win — but they strongly disagree on what happens if he doesn’t. The Wolves are rolling again with Anthony Edwards back in the lineup, but can they really hang in the loaded Western Conference? And after the Dallas Mavericks fired GM Nico Harrison, Hicks and Lake debate the growing “win-now” culture in pro sports and whether teams are losing patience too fast. Tune in, comment your takes, and don’t forget to like & subscribe for more Minnesota sports talk every week!
Alex Singleton cancer diagnosis revealed after random drug test
The NFL player hopes sharing his diagnosis will encourage others to pay attention to their bodies and to get regular screenings.
The NFL player hopes sharing his diagnosis will encourage others to pay attention to their bodies and to get regular screenings.
Kevin O’Connell defends deep ball to Justin Jefferson that was intercepted
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell on Monday defended the decision to have J.J. McCarthy throw a deep pass to Justin Jefferson on the first drive of the third quarter. Jefferson fell, and the pass was intercepted.
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell on Monday defended the decision to have J.J. McCarthy throw a deep pass to Justin Jefferson on the first drive of the third quarter. Jefferson fell, and the pass was intercepted.
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Vikings lament mistakes in Week 10 loss to Ravens [FULL]
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell met with reporters Monday at TCO Performance Center to reflect on a 27-19 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. O'Connell defended the decision for J.J. McCarthy to throw a deep pass on 3rd and 1 to Justin Jefferson that was intercepted. He also had good news on Jonathan Greenard's shoulder injury.
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell met with reporters Monday at TCO Performance Center to reflect on a 27-19 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. O'Connell defended the decision for J.J. McCarthy to throw a deep pass on 3rd and 1 to Justin Jefferson that was intercepted. He also had good news on Jonathan Greenard's shoulder injury.
Gophers head to No. 7 Oregon Friday night as big underdogs
The University of Minnesota football team is back from its second bye week, and the Gophers are getting ready for their second Friday night game of the season.
The University of Minnesota football team is back from its second bye week, and the Gophers are getting ready for their second Friday night game of the season.
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Gophers head to Oregon as big underdogs [FULL]
The University of Minnesota football team is back from its second bye week. Gophers coach P.J. Fleck met with reporters on Monday to talk about facing No. 7-ranked Oregon Friday night.
The University of Minnesota football team is back from its second bye week. Gophers coach P.J. Fleck met with reporters on Monday to talk about facing No. 7-ranked Oregon Friday night.