Vikings
Vikings are 16.5-point favorites -- second-biggest spread in team history
In 2009, the Vikings were 17-point favorites against Detroit, a game they won by 17 points.
Wolves
End of an era: Jerry Zgoda leaves the Timberwolves beat
"Looking back, it's the players and coaches – and the things they said – I'll remember more than I do the games, although there sure were a few doozies in there despite years and years of losing."
Vikings
Richardson welcomes Kendricks to 'fine' club after roughing penalty
Sheldon Richardson welcomed both friend and foe to the growing list of defensive players who have or will be fined thousands of dollars for hits they believe were legal.
Vikings
Scoggins: Spielman had no choice but to move on from Carlson
It always seemed like a risk to go with a rookie kicker on a star-laden team, and Daniel Carlson ended up having no chance to survive his horrible Week 2.
Vikings
Zimmer says cutting Carlson wasn't tough call. 'Did you see the game?'
A new kicker, expected to be veteran Dan Bailey, spearheads the Vikings' focus this week on special teams after an overall poor effort in Sunday's 29-29 tie at Green Bay.
Vikings
Vikings film review: Adam Thielen and Stefon Diggs state case vs. Packers for NFL's best duo
The Vikings' premiere receiving duo capped Sunday's fourth-quarter comeback in Green Bay by each making a spectacular play. And that wasn't all they did.
Wolves
Butler says meeting with Wolves front office is set for today
The meeting will take place after an offseason filled with soap opera-like drama for the Wolves and Butler, with reports surfacing about Jimmy Butler's frustrations.
Twins
Amid his hot streak, twin brother is on Taylor Rogers' mind
Taylor Rogers is on a terrific run as a major league pitcher; he is hoping his brother gets the same chance.
Gophers
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After marathon wait, Gophers get 'first-class' track and field stadium
The U's facilities upgrade originally had no plans for the $13 million stadium; now the school aims to host regional and national events there.
Twins
Gardenhires are in opposite dugouts with Twins visiting Detroit
It's a family feud of sorts, as Toby Gardenhire gets a chance to face off with his father this week.
Gophers
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Annexstad's ankle won't keep him out of Saturday's Big Ten opener
"Zack's performance was pretty gutsy. In terms of showing he's got guts, he can fight through being uncomfortable,'' coach P.J. Fleck said.
Wild
Wild loses preseason opener at Winnipeg
The Jets' winning goal shouldn't have counted, but replay isn't used in the preseason.
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