Gophers: 5 Defensive players that need to make an impact in 2023

The University of Minnesota football team kicks off the 2023 season against Nebraska on Aug. 31 at Huntington Bank Stadium.

Vikings: Za'Darius Smith says he finished 2022 slow due to injury, played for bonus

Za’Darius Smith is now with the Cleveland Browns after one year with the Minnesota Vikings, and earlier this week explained his slow finish to the 2022 season.

Could Royce Lewis return to the Minnesota Twins soon?

Royce Lewis can currently be seen in a St. Paul Saints uniform playing at CHS Field in St. Paul, but that could change very soon for one of the Minnesota Twins’ top prospects.

Twins prospect Royce Lewis talks return from knee injury
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Twins shortstop and top prospect Royce Lewis talked with Fox 9's Jim Rich on Thursday as he's working his way back from a knee injury with the St. Paul Saints.

Gustavus athlete to compete NCAA Championship
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FOX 9?s Dawn Mitchell spoke with Gustavus senior track star Birgen Nelson ahead of competing at the NCAA Championships.

MNUFC midfielder Emanuel Reynoso returns to Loons’ training

Minnesota United midfielder Emanuel Reynoso was on the field training with his teammates in Blaine for the first time this season on Thursday.

Vikings DC Brian Flores has offense's attention at OTAs

The Minnesota Vikings are only a week into organized team activities, but Brian Flores is already turning some heads at TCO Performance Center.

Vikings DC Brian Flores turning heads at OTAs
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The Vikings are only a week into OTAs, but defensive coordinator Brian Flores already has some heads turning.

Minnesota Aurora FC opens 2023 season with dominant 5-0 win over Rochester

Minnesota Aurora FC got five goals from four different players in a 5-0 win over Rochester FC to open the 2023 season Wednesday night at TCO Stadium.

NFL's minority coaches meet with league executives through league's Accelerator Program

Vikings minority coaches Keenan McCardell and Matt Daniels got to meet with NFL executives at this week's owners meetings through the league's Accelerator Program.

Minnesota Aurora FC opens 2023 with 5-0 win
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Four different players scored goals as Minnesota Aurora FC opened the 2023 season with a 5-0 win over Rochester FC Wednesday night in front of more than 5,000 fans at TCO Stadium.

MN Aurora FC ready for 2023 opener
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The Minnesota Aurora FC will open its season at home on Wednesday. FOX 9's Cody Matz is at the stadium as the Aurora prepares for their first match of the season.

Green Bay hosts NFL Draft 2025; team officials excited for opportunity

Green Bay will host the 2025 NFL Draft, with the week-long event taking place inside and around iconic Lambeau Field and Titletown.

Vikings OTAs: Fresh faces, absent veterans
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The Vikings started OTAs this week and while plenty of fresh faces were at practice Tuesday, several veterans were not at the voluntary workouts.