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J.J. McCarthy after Vikings beat Lions, 27-24: 'It was awesome' [FULL]
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy speaks with reporters after leading Minnesota to a 27-24 win over the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on Sunday to improve to 4-4 on the season. McCarthy, in his return from an ankle injury, threw two touchdown passes and ran for another.
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy speaks with reporters after leading Minnesota to a 27-24 win over the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on Sunday to improve to 4-4 on the season. McCarthy, in his return from an ankle injury, threw two touchdown passes and ran for another.
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Kevin O'Connell reacts after Vikings beat Lions, 27-24 [FULL]
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell speaks with reporters after a 27-24 win over the Detroir Lions on Sunday at Ford Field in J.J. McCarthy's return from an ankle injury. The Vikings are 4-4.
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell speaks with reporters after a 27-24 win over the Detroir Lions on Sunday at Ford Field in J.J. McCarthy's return from an ankle injury. The Vikings are 4-4.
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Vikings locker room reacts after 27-24 win at Lions [FULL]
Vikings players Justin Jefferson, Josh Metellus, T.J. Hockenson, Javon Hargrave, Byron Murphy Jr. and Jalen Nailor react from the locker room after Sunday's 27-24 win over the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. J.J. McCarthy sparked the win in his return from an ankle injury as the Vikings improve to 4-4.
Vikings players Justin Jefferson, Josh Metellus, T.J. Hockenson, Javon Hargrave, Byron Murphy Jr. and Jalen Nailor react from the locker room after Sunday's 27-24 win over the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. J.J. McCarthy sparked the win in his return from an ankle injury as the Vikings improve to 4-4.
Minnesota Vikings inactives: Darrisaw, O'Neil, and Van Ginkel return on Sunday
The Vikings will be the healthiest they've been all season as the team heads to Detroit to face the Lions.
The Vikings will be the healthiest they've been all season as the team heads to Detroit to face the Lions.
Dodgers capture back-to-back World Series championships, first since 2000
The 2025 World Series has officially become an all-time classic.
The 2025 World Series has officially become an all-time classic.
Gopher Pregame Show: Matt Kingsbury 1-on-1
Before the Gophers host Michigan State Saturday afternoon at Huntington Bank Stadium, University of Minnesota linebacker Matt Kingsbury sits down with FOX 9's Pierre Noujaim as part of the Gopher Pregame Show.
Before the Gophers host Michigan State Saturday afternoon at Huntington Bank Stadium, University of Minnesota linebacker Matt Kingsbury sits down with FOX 9's Pierre Noujaim as part of the Gopher Pregame Show.
10,000 Takes: Nov. 1, 2025
10,000 Takes on Nov. 1, 2025.
10,000 Takes on Nov. 1, 2025.
Former Twins legend Kent Hrbek talks recovery from April stroke
For the first time since he had a stroke in April, former Minnesota Twins legend Kent Hrbek sits down with FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich.
For the first time since he had a stroke in April, former Minnesota Twins legend Kent Hrbek sits down with FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich.
Cheryl Reeve headed to Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame
Cheryl Reeve has earned plenty of accolades throughout her basketball career as a coach. She can now add Hall of Famer to the already long list.
Cheryl Reeve has earned plenty of accolades throughout her basketball career as a coach. She can now add Hall of Famer to the already long list.
How to watch NFL football: Week 9
Two playoff rivals square off this weekend highlighting another thrilling week of NFL action. See the full schedule.
Two playoff rivals square off this weekend highlighting another thrilling week of NFL action. See the full schedule.
Bercich Breakdown: Vikings less-than-stellar start to the season
This week on the Bercich Breakdown, Pete examines the reasons why the Vikings are where they are in the standings. He shares some key data that has led to this less-than-stellar start to the season. Plus, Bercich also explains what to expect when J.J. McCarthy returns to the starting line-up. Also, check out more of Pete’s work on his Eye in the Sky YouTube Channel and join us on FOX-9 for Vikings Post-Game Tonight this Sunday at 10:35 p.m. on FOX 9.
This week on the Bercich Breakdown, Pete examines the reasons why the Vikings are where they are in the standings. He shares some key data that has led to this less-than-stellar start to the season. Plus, Bercich also explains what to expect when J.J. McCarthy returns to the starting line-up. Also, check out more of Pete’s work on his Eye in the Sky YouTube Channel and join us on FOX-9 for Vikings Post-Game Tonight this Sunday at 10:35 p.m. on FOX 9.
Minnesota Twins hiring Derek Shelton as manager for 2026 season
FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich has confirmed the Minnesota Twins are hiring Derek Shelton to be the manager for the 2026 season. Shelton was a bench coach for Paul Molitor in 2018, and Rocco Baldelli in 2019.
FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich has confirmed the Minnesota Twins are hiring Derek Shelton to be the manager for the 2026 season. Shelton was a bench coach for Paul Molitor in 2018, and Rocco Baldelli in 2019.
J.J. McCarthy says ankle is healthy: 'Amazing, I feel like myself again'
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy spoke with reporters after practice Wednesday at TCO Performance Center in Eagan. He says his ankle is healed and he's ready to return this week after missing five straight games. The Vikings went 2-3 in his absence.
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy spoke with reporters after practice Wednesday at TCO Performance Center in Eagan. He says his ankle is healed and he's ready to return this week after missing five straight games. The Vikings went 2-3 in his absence.
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy says ankle feels 'Amazing, ready to go'
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell did his weekly news conference on Wednesday at TCO Performance Center, and spent most of the 19 minutes talking about quarterbacks.
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell did his weekly news conference on Wednesday at TCO Performance Center, and spent most of the 19 minutes talking about quarterbacks.
Vikings QB Carson Wentz on shoulder: ‘I never once felt unsafe’
Vikings QB Carson Wentz spoke publicly for the first time Wednesday since going on IR with an injury to his non-throwing shoulder. He defended his decision to play and called backlash against it crazy.
Vikings QB Carson Wentz spoke publicly for the first time Wednesday since going on IR with an injury to his non-throwing shoulder. He defended his decision to play and called backlash against it crazy.
Vikings QB Carson Wentz on shoulder: 'I never once felt unsafe'
Vikings QB Carson Wentz spoke with reporters on Wednesday at TCO Performance Center about his decision to play through an injury to his non-throwing shoulder. He was placed on injured reserve on Monday, and will have season-ending surgery.
Vikings QB Carson Wentz spoke with reporters on Wednesday at TCO Performance Center about his decision to play through an injury to his non-throwing shoulder. He was placed on injured reserve on Monday, and will have season-ending surgery.
Vikings QB Carson Wentz: 'I never once felt unsafe'
Vikings QB Carson Wentz spoke with reporters on Wednesday at TCO Performance Center about his decision to play through an injury to his non-throwing shoulder. He was placed on injured reserve on Monday, and will have season-ending surgery.
Vikings QB Carson Wentz spoke with reporters on Wednesday at TCO Performance Center about his decision to play through an injury to his non-throwing shoulder. He was placed on injured reserve on Monday, and will have season-ending surgery.
Vikings facing scrutiny over quarterback situation
The Minnesota Vikings coaching staff is under scrutiny after Carson Wentz had to go on injured reserve due to an injury in his non-throwing shoulder that he played through. J.J. McCarthy is poised to return. FOX 9's Ahmad Hicks dives into the situation.
The Minnesota Vikings coaching staff is under scrutiny after Carson Wentz had to go on injured reserve due to an injury in his non-throwing shoulder that he played through. J.J. McCarthy is poised to return. FOX 9's Ahmad Hicks dives into the situation.
1st and North: Week 9
Sports anchors from Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Detroit team up to look back at week eight and provide a preview for the NFL's NFC North in week nine during which the Vikings will face the Lions in this week's episode of 1st and North.
Sports anchors from Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Detroit team up to look back at week eight and provide a preview for the NFL's NFC North in week nine during which the Vikings will face the Lions in this week's episode of 1st and North.
Longest World Series games of all time: Where does Dodgers-Blue Jays Game 3 rank?
The Dodgers walked off the Blue Jays 6-5 in 18 innings Tuesday night in Game 3 of the World Series. See where Tuesday's game ranked.
The Dodgers walked off the Blue Jays 6-5 in 18 innings Tuesday night in Game 3 of the World Series. See where Tuesday's game ranked.