Vikings, Lynx and Pablo Lopez: H & H Podcast
The Minnesota Vikings bounced back in a big way with a 48-10 win over the Bengals. Carson Wentz made his first start in purple and delivered, while the defense forced five turnovers. But are we entering a QB controversy? Ahmad Hicks says JJ McCarthy deserves more time, while Henry Lake argues the best player should play ? no matter who it is. The guys also dive into the Minnesota Lynx?s comeback win over the Mercury, and why Napheesa Collier was unfairly left out of postseason awards. Plus, Pablo L�pez lands on the IL ? why both Lake and Hicks think that could actually help the Twins long term. And with the Gophers back in action vs. Rutgers, Ahmad challenges P.J. Fleck to raise the standard after another frustrating loss. Don?t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Minnesota sports talk every week!
The Minnesota Vikings bounced back in a big way with a 48-10 win over the Bengals. Carson Wentz made his first start in purple and delivered, while the defense forced five turnovers. But are we entering a QB controversy? Ahmad Hicks says JJ McCarthy deserves more time, while Henry Lake argues the best player should play ? no matter who it is. The guys also dive into the Minnesota Lynx?s comeback win over the Mercury, and why Napheesa Collier was unfairly left out of postseason awards. Plus, Pablo L�pez lands on the IL ? why both Lake and Hicks think that could actually help the Twins long term. And with the Gophers back in action vs. Rutgers, Ahmad challenges P.J. Fleck to raise the standard after another frustrating loss. Don?t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Minnesota sports talk every week!
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Lynx beat Mercury 82-69 in WNBA Semifinals Game 1 [FULL]
Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve, guard Courtney Williams and forward Kayla McBride speak with reporters after an 82-69 win over the Phoenix Mercury in Game 1 of the WNBA Semifinals on Sunday at Target Center. The Lynx have a 1-0 lead in the best-of-five series. Williams and McBride combined for 44 points and 14 rebounds and nine assists.
Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve, guard Courtney Williams and forward Kayla McBride speak with reporters after an 82-69 win over the Phoenix Mercury in Game 1 of the WNBA Semifinals on Sunday at Target Center. The Lynx have a 1-0 lead in the best-of-five series. Williams and McBride combined for 44 points and 14 rebounds and nine assists.
Isaiah Rodgers leads Vikings to 48-10 win over Bengals
Vikings players Isaiah Rodgers, Christian Darrisaw, Harrison Smith, Jonathan Greenard, Justin Jefferson and Josh Metellus react from the locker room after Sunday's 48-10 win over the Cincinnati Bengals at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Vikings are 2-1 heading to Dublin, Ireland, to face the Pittsburgh Steelers. Rodgers had two defensive touchdowns and created three of Minnesota's five forced turnovers on the day.
Vikings players Isaiah Rodgers, Christian Darrisaw, Harrison Smith, Jonathan Greenard, Justin Jefferson and Josh Metellus react from the locker room after Sunday's 48-10 win over the Cincinnati Bengals at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Vikings are 2-1 heading to Dublin, Ireland, to face the Pittsburgh Steelers. Rodgers had two defensive touchdowns and created three of Minnesota's five forced turnovers on the day.
Vikings crush Bengals 48-10 after historic day for Isaiah Rodgers
The Minnesota Vikings had a historic first half in a 48-10 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium to improve to 2-1 on the season as they head across the pond for two straight international games.
The Minnesota Vikings had a historic first half in a 48-10 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium to improve to 2-1 on the season as they head across the pond for two straight international games.
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Carson Wentz reacts after Vikings crush Bengals, 48-10 [FULL]
Vikings QB Carson Wentz spoke with reporters on Sunday after getting a 48-10 win over the Cincinnati Bengals at U.S. Bank Stadium. It was his first win in Minnesota.
Vikings QB Carson Wentz spoke with reporters on Sunday after getting a 48-10 win over the Cincinnati Bengals at U.S. Bank Stadium. It was his first win in Minnesota.
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Kevin O'Connell reacts after Vikings beat Bengals, 48-10 [FULL]
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell spoke with reporters after Sunday's 48-10 win over the Cincinnati Bengals at U.S. Bank Stadium to improve to 2-1 on the season. Next up, a date with the Pittsburgh Steelers in Dublin, Ireland.
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell spoke with reporters after Sunday's 48-10 win over the Cincinnati Bengals at U.S. Bank Stadium to improve to 2-1 on the season. Next up, a date with the Pittsburgh Steelers in Dublin, Ireland.
Lynx praise Alanna Smith for winning Co-Defensive Player of the Year
Lynx forward player Alanna Smith tied for the title of Co-Defensive Player of the Year. The team is now looking to secure their fifth WNBA title win. Rob Olson has the full report.
Lynx forward player Alanna Smith tied for the title of Co-Defensive Player of the Year. The team is now looking to secure their fifth WNBA title win. Rob Olson has the full report.
Lynx drive for 5: Alanna Smith wins Co-Defensive Play of the Year
Alanna Smith, of the Minnesota Lynx, was named the WNBA's Co-Defensive Player of the year alongside A'ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the full report.
Alanna Smith, of the Minnesota Lynx, was named the WNBA's Co-Defensive Player of the year alongside A'ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the full report.
FOX 9+ will televise WCHA games in 2025-26 season
Western Collegiate Hockey Association (WCHA) games will air at least 11 games on FOX 9+ during the 2025-26 season.
Western Collegiate Hockey Association (WCHA) games will air at least 11 games on FOX 9+ during the 2025-26 season.
10,000 Takes: Sept. 20, 2025
10,000 Takes on Sept. 20, 2025.
10,000 Takes on Sept. 20, 2025.
Carson Wentz getting set to make Vikings debut
The Minnesota Vikings host the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, and with J.J. McCarthy nursing an ankle injury, Carson Wentz is getting set to make his debut. FOX 9's Dawn Mitchell has more from TCO Performance Center.
The Minnesota Vikings host the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, and with J.J. McCarthy nursing an ankle injury, Carson Wentz is getting set to make his debut. FOX 9's Dawn Mitchell has more from TCO Performance Center.
Minnesota Wild talk Kirill Kaprizov's future at training camp
The Minneosta Wild started training camp on Thursday at TRIA Rink, where the top storyline was addressing Kirill Kaprizov's future with the franchise. He enters the season on the final year of his current contract, seeking a new deal to stay in Minnesota.
The Minneosta Wild started training camp on Thursday at TRIA Rink, where the top storyline was addressing Kirill Kaprizov's future with the franchise. He enters the season on the final year of his current contract, seeking a new deal to stay in Minnesota.
Carson Wentz on getting first start with Vikings: ‘Exciting for me, not going to lie’
J.J. McCarthy’s ankle injury is Carson Wentz’s opportunity as the Minnesota Vikings host the Cincinnati Bengals at noon Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium.
J.J. McCarthy’s ankle injury is Carson Wentz’s opportunity as the Minnesota Vikings host the Cincinnati Bengals at noon Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Carson Wentz getting first start with Vikings: 'Excited, not going to lie'
Carson Wentz signed with the Minnesota Vikings as a free agent less than a month ago. With J.J. McCarthy not expected to play Sunday due to an ankle injury, Wentz is getting his first start since last year's regular season finale.
Carson Wentz signed with the Minnesota Vikings as a free agent less than a month ago. With J.J. McCarthy not expected to play Sunday due to an ankle injury, Wentz is getting his first start since last year's regular season finale.
Kirill Kaprizov on contract with Wild: ‘It’s not my job, just focus on hockey’
The Minnesota Wild started training camp on Thursday at TRIA Rink, and the elephant in the room was none other than the future of star forward Kirill Kaprizov.
The Minnesota Wild started training camp on Thursday at TRIA Rink, and the elephant in the room was none other than the future of star forward Kirill Kaprizov.
Kirill Kaprizov addresses contract at Wild training camp
Minnesota Wild star forward Kirill Kaprizov spoke with reporters Thursday as the team started training camp at TRIA Rink. Kaprizov is in the final year of his current contract, and is in negotiations with Bill Guerin and the team about a long-term contract to stay in Minnesota.
Minnesota Wild star forward Kirill Kaprizov spoke with reporters Thursday as the team started training camp at TRIA Rink. Kaprizov is in the final year of his current contract, and is in negotiations with Bill Guerin and the team about a long-term contract to stay in Minnesota.
New FIFA World Rankings: Spain jumps to 1st over Argentina, USA drops to 16th
The latest round of FIFA Men's World Rankings has been updated following a series of crucial World Cup qualifiers. With Argentina dominating the #1 spot since April 2023, there have now been some significant shifts at the top.
The latest round of FIFA Men's World Rankings has been updated following a series of crucial World Cup qualifiers. With Argentina dominating the #1 spot since April 2023, there have now been some significant shifts at the top.
Bercich Breakdown: Minnesota Vikings' 1st loss of 2025 season
In this week?s Bercich Breakdown, Vikings analyst Pete Bercich joins FOX-9 Sports Director Jim Rich to discuss what Vikings fans can expect with Carson Wentz as he makes his first start and what went wrong for J.J. McCarthy.?Was it the injuries that had stopped the Vikings' offense, or was it the play of the young quarterback? And what happens to the running game with Aaron Jones going on injured reserve? Those answers and much more on the Bercich Breakdown.?Let us know in the comments if you have suggestions or questions for Pete moving forward.
In this week?s Bercich Breakdown, Vikings analyst Pete Bercich joins FOX-9 Sports Director Jim Rich to discuss what Vikings fans can expect with Carson Wentz as he makes his first start and what went wrong for J.J. McCarthy.?Was it the injuries that had stopped the Vikings' offense, or was it the play of the young quarterback? And what happens to the running game with Aaron Jones going on injured reserve? Those answers and much more on the Bercich Breakdown.?Let us know in the comments if you have suggestions or questions for Pete moving forward.
Les Bolstad Golf Course: Falcon Heights residents discuss its future
Golfers are running out of time at the University of Minnesota’s Les Bolstad Golf Course, but for neighbors in Falcon Heights, the course’s closure is just the beginning of a much larger conversation.
Golfers are running out of time at the University of Minnesota’s Les Bolstad Golf Course, but for neighbors in Falcon Heights, the course’s closure is just the beginning of a much larger conversation.
Vikings Now Podcast: How long will J.J. McCarthy be out?
Tuesday on the Vikings Now Podcast, FOX 9's Pierre Noujaim and Ahmad Hicks talk about J.J. McCarthy's ankle injury, and Carson Wentz getting the start this Sunday.
Tuesday on the Vikings Now Podcast, FOX 9's Pierre Noujaim and Ahmad Hicks talk about J.J. McCarthy's ankle injury, and Carson Wentz getting the start this Sunday.