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Chip Scoggins

Chip Scoggins

Reporter  |  University of Minnesota football

Phone: 612-673-4484

E-mail: ascoggins@startribune.com

Chip Scoggins covers the University of Minnesota football program and also helps out covering other Gophers sports.

Recent content from Chip Scoggins

  • Henderson continuing to strive toward peak
    The Vikings middle linebacker is not at top form since his injury layoff, but he still sets a high personal standard for his performance.
    Nov 21, 2009
  • Winfield is doubtful, but reports progress
    Antoine Winfield said he made significant progress in practice this week, but the Vikings cornerback was listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against Seattle because of a right foot injury.
    Nov 20, 2009
  • High-energy Allen needs to take breathers
    The Vikings obviously want Jared Allen on the field as much as possible, but defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier said he might reduce the Pro Bowl defensive end's workload in order to keep him fresh late in the season.
    Nov 19, 2009
  • Childress' new deal isn't completed yet
    Amid multiple reports Wednesday that Brad Childress is close to finalizing a multiyear contract extension with the Vikings, the coach said such information was "news to me" as he left the practice field.
    Nov 19, 2009
  • Favre clarifies 'best team' remark
    The quarterback didn't back away from the confidence he expressed in his new team's potential to match his 1996 Packers.
    Nov 18, 2009
  • Carlson catches on fast
    The Litchfield, Minn., native is an ever-improving tight end in Seattle.
    Nov 18, 2009
  • Unhappy over calls, non-calls
    Brad Childress did not hide his displeasure over several officiating calls in his team's 27-10 victory over the Lions on Sunday, but the Vikings coach showed restraint when asked about those plays Monday.
    Nov 17, 2009
  • Red-zone fumble is humbling gaffe for Peterson
    Adrian Peterson broke loose for two TDs, but Phillip Buchanon stunned him when the veteran DB chased him down to foil a third.
    Nov 16, 2009
  • The Brett Beat: Grading the QB
    A DAY'S WORK
    Nov 15, 2009
  • What's missing during Vikes' 7-1 start? Tackles
    Opponents have turned short gains into long ones too often, and the players know they have to wrap their arms around the problem.
    Nov 15, 2009
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