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Female NFL Hopeful Lauren Silberman Injured After Two Dreadful Kicks At Tryout

Joe Student — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 13:35:36 +0000

Someday, a woman may demonstrate that she’s able to play in the NFL, but that woman wasn’t Lauren Silberman on Sunday. Silberman, the female kicker who became the first woman to try out at an NFL regional combine, lasted just two kicks before halting her workout because of a leg injury. A gaggle of media [...]

Vikings' Carlson Has MCL Sprain

Jay Caldwell — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 12:16:44 +0000

Viking tight end John Carlson has a Grade 2 MCL sprain in his knee will according to head coach Leslie Frazier will miss 1-2 weeks. Carlson is expected to see significant action at tight end this season along with 2nd year tight end Kyle Rudolph. Carlson is a Litchfield, Minnesota native who played his college [...]

Peterson Suffers Allergic Reaction

Jay Caldwell — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 13:06:53 +0000

Viking running back Adrian Peterson suffered an allergic reaction at lunch in Mankato Monday that sent him to a local hospital. Coach Leslie Frazier said Peterson ate some seafood that caused his face to swell and shortness of breath. An ambulance was called and Peterson was diagnosed with a allergic reaction at the hospital. Peterson [...]

Matt Blair to Be Inducted Into Vikings Ring of Honor

Jay Caldwell — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 12:30:29 +0000

The Vikings have announced that former Viking linebacker Matt Blair will be inducted into the team’s Ring of Honor at halftime of the October 25 game against Tampa Bay.

Peterson's Attorney Says He Was the "victim"

Jay Caldwell — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 12:28:50 +0000

Viking running back Adrian Peterson’s attorney says he was a victim and a charge of resisting arrest is a “fabrication.” Texas attorney Rusty Hardin released a statement Monday, two days after Peterson was released from a Houston jail. Peterson was arrested shortly after 2am Saturday and charged with resisting arrest after he allegedly pushed a [...]

Vikings' Peterson Says "Truth Will Surface"

Jay Caldwell — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 12:15:36 +0000

Viking running back Adrian Peterson tweeted Sunday, “Thank you for waiting for the facts. Truth will surface”. Peterson also quoted Winston Churchill writing: “A lie gets halfway around the world before the truth has a chance to get its pants on.” Peterson was arrested early Saturday morning for resisting arrest. Police say Peterson and his [...]

Vikings' Spielman Has No Interest In Trading Harvin

Jay Caldwell — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 12:36:19 +0000

Viking General Manager Rick Spielman says the team has no interest in trading receiver Percy Harvin despite his reported request for trade on Wednesday morning. Harvin reportedly requested a trade this week from the team for unspecified reasons. Harvin tweeted Wednesday night that the reason isn’t money related. Harvin attended the Vikings walk through practice [...]

Vikings' Harvin Unhappy; Requests Trade

Jay Caldwell — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 12:33:51 +0000

Viking receiver Percy Harvin told reporters on the first day of mandatory minicamp that he hasn’t “been real happy lately” and that a lot of things need to be sorted out before training camp begins. Harvin reportedly has now requested a trade. The trade request in not expected to be granted. Harvin has 2 years [...]

Vikings' Asher Allen Retires

Jay Caldwell — Thu, 31 May 2012 12:29:24 +0000

Viking cornerback Asher Allen has retired from the NFL at the age of 24. Head Coach Leslie Frazier announced Wednesday of the decision made by Allen and said he was surprised to hear that Allen was retiring. He didn’t get into the specifics as to why he is retiring. Allen started 9 games and appeared [...]

Vikings Sign 7 of 10 Draft Picks

Jay Caldwell — Wed, 23 May 2012 12:31:47 +0000

The Vikings announced the signing of 7 of their 10 draft picks from the April NFL draft. The players that have signed are 4th round picks receivers Jarius Wright and Greg Childs from Arkansas and tight end Rhett Ellison of USC. The Vikings also signed 5th round pick safety Robert Blanton of Notre Dame, 6th [...]

Wilf Joins In Viking Stadium Celebration

Jay Caldwell — Fri, 11 May 2012 12:36:09 +0000

Minnesota Viking owner Zigi Wilf arrived in Minnesota Thursday afternoon after the Minnesota Senate passed the Stadium bill 36-30. The passage means the bill needs only to be signed by supportive Governor Mark Dayton and by needs to be approved by the Minneapolis City Council. The Governor has been a long-time supporter of the Stadium [...]

Vikings Stadium Bill Passes Senate

Jay Caldwell — Thu, 10 May 2012 19:08:57 +0000

The Vikings Stadium bill passed 36-30 in the State Senate Thursday afternoon and now the bill goes to the Governor and he’s expected to sign it. The $975 Million stadium will be built with $477 Million from the Vikings and a combined $498 Million from the state at the city of Minneapolis. The Vikings are [...]

Vikings Stadium Could Become Reality Today

Jay Caldwell — Thu, 10 May 2012 13:01:29 +0000

The Vikings Stadium bill only needs to pass a floor vote in the senate and get signed by the Governor for it to become a reality. The Minnesota House voted 71-60 early Thursday morning in favor of a revised stadium bill. The revised bill was constructed in a conference committee and requires the Vikings to [...]

Senate Passes Vikings Stadium Bill

Jay Caldwell — Wed, 09 May 2012 13:06:09 +0000

The Viking Stadium bill made more progress late Tuesday night when it passed through the Minnesota Senate floor. The senate version is different than the house in many ways. The differences between the house and senate bills need to be resolved in conference committee today or tomorrow before going before the house and senate for final approval

Vikings Release Longwell

Jay Caldwell — Tue, 08 May 2012 13:00:58 +0000

The Vikings released kicker Ryan Longwell Monday after 3 seasons with the Vikings and 16 NFL seasons mostly with the Green Bay Packers. Longwell made 22 of 28 field goals for the Vikings in 2011. He was given a 3-year $1.75 Million extension last summer. Longwell said good bye to fans on twitter and head [...]

Vikings Stadium Bill Could Be Voted On Today In the House

Jay Caldwell — Mon, 07 May 2012 12:37:12 +0000

The Vikings are crossing their fingers as the Vikings Stadium bill could be voted on today in the state house. Debating in the Vikings Stadium bill is expected to start today at around 2 or 3 pm. The vote may not happen until early Tuesday morning. The debating of the Vikings Stadium bill may take [...]

Vikings Stadium May Hinge On Tax Bill

Jay Caldwell — Fri, 04 May 2012 13:11:02 +0000

The chances that the Vikings stadium bill passes through the house and then the senate Monday could hinge on whether Governor Mark Dayton decides to veto or sign the republican tax bill. The tax bill passed through both the house and senate and is on the Governor’s desk. The speaker of the house, Kurt Zellers [...]

Let Lawmakers Know If You Want A Vikings Stadium (Links)

Jay Caldwell — Fri, 04 May 2012 03:00:06 +0000

King Banaian – St. Cloud House District 15B rep.king.banaian@house.mn

Steve Gottwalt – St. Cloud House District 15A rep.steve.gottwalt@house.mn

Tim O’Driscoll – Sartell House District 14A rep.tim.odriscoll@house.mn

Larry Hosch –

Vikings Start OTA At Winter Park

Jay Caldwell — Thu, 03 May 2012 12:47:10 +0000

The Minnesota Vikings began organized team activities at Winter Park in Eden Prairie Wednesday. Starting quarterback Christian Ponder attended the event all with the newly drafted rookies and free agent signees and some veterans. Among the free agents trying to make the team are receiver Marcus Fitzgerald, the younger brother of Larry Fitzgerald of the [...]

NFL Suspends 4 Saints Players For Bounties

Jay Caldwell — Wed, 02 May 2012 16:47:24 +0000

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has handed down suspensions to 4 players who were involved in the New Orleans Saints bounty incident. The 4 include linebackers Jonathan Vilma and Scott Fujita, and defensive lineman Anthony Hargrove and Will Smith. Vilma gets the harshest suspension. He is suspended for the entire 2012 season. He reportedly said prior [...]