Rate Bowl Preview: Golden Gophers vs Lobos
The Minnesota Golden Gophers close out their season today with a matchup against New Mexico State in the Rate Bowl. We’re joined by Bring Me The News sports reporter Tony Liebert to break down the Gophers’ 2025 campaign, assess where the program stands heading into bowl season and discuss the shifting college football bowl landscape. Tony also weighs in on Minnesota’s 2026 recruiting outlook.
The Minnesota Golden Gophers close out their season today with a matchup against New Mexico State in the Rate Bowl. We’re joined by Bring Me The News sports reporter Tony Liebert to break down the Gophers’ 2025 campaign, assess where the program stands heading into bowl season and discuss the shifting college football bowl landscape. Tony also weighs in on Minnesota’s 2026 recruiting outlook.
2026 World Junior Ice Hockey Championship brings thousands to Twin Cities
The 2026 World Junior Ice Hockey Championship started its 10-day stretch on Friday, bringing spectators from all over the world and boosting local businesses.
The 2026 World Junior Ice Hockey Championship started its 10-day stretch on Friday, bringing spectators from all over the world and boosting local businesses.
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.
2026 World Juniors Hockey Championships: What to know
The 2026 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship is underway in St. Paul and Minneapolis, featuring top junior hockey teams from around the world. Here's everything you need to know about tickets, schedules, parking, public transit and family activities.
The 2026 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship is underway in St. Paul and Minneapolis, featuring top junior hockey teams from around the world. Here's everything you need to know about tickets, schedules, parking, public transit and family activities.
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.
Vikings defense dominates in 23-10 win over Lions on Christmas
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Detroit Lions 23-10 on Christmas Day at U.S. Bank Stadium. The defense generated six turnovers, and Jordan Addison broke the game open with a 65-yard touchdown run.
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Detroit Lions 23-10 on Christmas Day at U.S. Bank Stadium. The defense generated six turnovers, and Jordan Addison broke the game open with a 65-yard touchdown run.
Gophers RB Darius Taylor says portal 'not an option' after Rate Bowl
Gophers running back Darius Taylor is among a few players pondering what's next after Minnesota faces New Mexico in the Rate Bowl on Friday. Taylor said the transfer portal is "not an option," which means he likely returns to Minnesota for the 2026 season.
Gophers running back Darius Taylor is among a few players pondering what's next after Minnesota faces New Mexico in the Rate Bowl on Friday. Taylor said the transfer portal is "not an option," which means he likely returns to Minnesota for the 2026 season.
Gophers RB Darius Taylor says portal ‘not an option’ for 2026
Gophers' standout running back Darius Taylor said at Rate Bowl media day the transfer portal is not an option this offseason. That likely mean's he'll return to Minnesota in 2026.
Gophers' standout running back Darius Taylor said at Rate Bowl media day the transfer portal is not an option this offseason. That likely mean's he'll return to Minnesota in 2026.
Kevin Garnett dons 'Black Trees' Wolves jersey in Christmas Eve video
Kevin Garnett got a Black Trees Timberwolves jersey for Christmas this year as the Minnesota legend prepares to finally have his jersey retired by the franchise.
Kevin Garnett got a Black Trees Timberwolves jersey for Christmas this year as the Minnesota legend prepares to finally have his jersey retired by the franchise.
10,000 Takes: Dec. 24, 2025
Eric Nelson and Wally Langfellow talk about the new-look Wild, speak with PGA Volunteer of the Year Josh Swanson, and they send some holiday gifts.
Eric Nelson and Wally Langfellow talk about the new-look Wild, speak with PGA Volunteer of the Year Josh Swanson, and they send some holiday gifts.
How to watch NFL football: Week 17
Some teams on the verge of elimination are hoping their Christmas gift is a postseason berth as they make a final push in the playoff hunt with the regular season winding down.
Some teams on the verge of elimination are hoping their Christmas gift is a postseason berth as they make a final push in the playoff hunt with the regular season winding down.
No Vikings added to Pro Bowl roster for 1st time since 2014
For the first time in more than a decade, no Minnesota Vikings players will be on the NFL's Pro Bowl roster.
For the first time in more than a decade, no Minnesota Vikings players will be on the NFL's Pro Bowl roster.
1st and North: Week 16, 2025
Sports anchors from Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Detroit team up to look back at week 15 and provide a preview for the NFL's NFC North in week 16 as the Vikings take on the Detroit Lions on Christmas Day.
Sports anchors from Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Detroit team up to look back at week 15 and provide a preview for the NFL's NFC North in week 16 as the Vikings take on the Detroit Lions on Christmas Day.
USA Hockey exec John Vanbiesbrouck on home ice advantage in MN: 'We're normally Darth Vader'
As exhibition games are underway ahead of the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships in St. Paul and Minneapolis, Team USA is already enjoying support from the Minnesota fans.
As exhibition games are underway ahead of the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships in St. Paul and Minneapolis, Team USA is already enjoying support from the Minnesota fans.
USA Hockey exec talks home ice advantage in MN
As exhibition games are underway ahead of the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships in St. Paul and Minneapolis, Team USA is already enjoying support from the Minnesota fans.
As exhibition games are underway ahead of the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships in St. Paul and Minneapolis, Team USA is already enjoying support from the Minnesota fans.
Minnesota Frost vs. Vancouver Goldeneyes Dec. 27: How to watch, stream
The Minnesota Frost are set to take on the Vancouver Goldeneyes on Saturday, and it's a game you can watch on FOX 9+ and streaming on FOX LOCAL.
The Minnesota Frost are set to take on the Vancouver Goldeneyes on Saturday, and it's a game you can watch on FOX 9+ and streaming on FOX LOCAL.
Adam Kleber set for Team USA exhibition game in Duluth
Jim Rich joined FOX 9 All Day from Duluth as Team USA gets ready to play Finland for an exhibition game. He spoke with Adam Kleber, Team USA member and UMD Bulldogs player.
Jim Rich joined FOX 9 All Day from Duluth as Team USA gets ready to play Finland for an exhibition game. He spoke with Adam Kleber, Team USA member and UMD Bulldogs player.
J.J. McCarthy suffered hairline fracture in throwing hand
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy suffered a small hairline fracture during Sunday's loss to the Giants and will miss this week's Christmas Day game.
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy suffered a small hairline fracture during Sunday's loss to the Giants and will miss this week's Christmas Day game.