For the second year in a row, the Vikings traded for running back Cam Akers. The former Texan running back had 40 carries for 147 yards and a touchdown for Houston this season before Minnesota traded for him. The trade raised a few eyebrows around the league and the main reason was because of starter Aaron Jones and what that signaled about the injury he suffered in London two … [Read more...] about Kevin O’Connell explains why the Vikings traded for Cam Akers
Archives for October 2024
Three biggest games in Week 7 of 2024 NFL season
Heading into the season, one would have thought it would have been a slam dunk that the two Super Bowl finalists from last season would be one of the top games in week seven. However after an injury plagued first six games for the San Francisco 49ers, they are only at .500 at three wins and three losses. Here are the three games this week where both teams are above … [Read more...] about Three biggest games in Week 7 of 2024 NFL season
NFC Notes: Aaron Jones, Brandon McManus, Romeo Doubs, Lions, Packers, Vikings
Lions The Lions signed DT Alim McNeill to a four-year, $97 million extension on Tuesday. Dan Campbell called McNeill one of the “pillars” of their team: “Fired up for Mac. He earned that. He’s a pivotal piece for is. [He’s one of] our pillars here.” (Eric Woodyard) As for Detroit being in the market for an edge rusher, Campbell said they aren’t going to rush any decisions: … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Aaron Jones, Brandon McManus, Romeo Doubs, Lions, Packers, Vikings
Liberty 80, Lynx 77: Ionescu’s Dagger Three Lifts New York to Comeback Win and 2-1 Series Lead
Photo by Jordan Johnson/NBAE via Getty Images With the WNBA Finals tied up at 1-1 and the series shifting back to Minnesota, Sabrina Ionescu’s three in the final seconds led New York to a comeback win in Game 3 while taking a commanding 2-1 series lead. After a back-and-forth first two games of the WNBA Finals which saw each team win a game in Brooklyn, the Minnesota … [Read more...] about Liberty 80, Lynx 77: Ionescu’s Dagger Three Lifts New York to Comeback Win and 2-1 Series Lead
Bulls 125, Wolves 123: The Night of Two Disappointing Fourth Quarters
Photo by Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Minnesota got their first look at Julius Randle in a Wolves jersey, as he posted 15 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists in his debut. The Wolves battled back from down 15 at the half to take a late lead, but couldn’t hang on for the victory. Look, if you want to watch good, exciting, high IQ Minnesota basketball, … [Read more...] about Bulls 125, Wolves 123: The Night of Two Disappointing Fourth Quarters