Andrew Krammer
Reporter
Minnesota VikingsKrammer, a 2013 graduate of the University of Minnesota's Journalism program, got his start covering local news through internships for the Minnesota Star Tribune and Pioneer Press in St. Paul. Krammer was born on the east coast, raised on the west coast and ended up in the middle. He transitioned to his first love, sports, by taking over the Vikings beat at 1500 ESPN in Minneapolis prior to joining the Minnesota Star Tribune's coverage in July 2016. You can find him at a local barbecue joint, Anytime Fitness or national park (during the Vikings' offseason).
Latest from Andrew Krammer
Vikings specialists Ryan Wright, Will Reichard hope to turn career years into Pro Bowl nods
Not everything has gone well for the Vikings in 2025, but their two young legs are having standout seasons.
December 16, 2025
Vikings star Justin Jefferson still has sights set on sixth 1,000-yard receiving season
Left tackle Christian Darrisaw is listed questionable to play Sunday night against the Cowboys.
December 12, 2025
For Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy, now ‘it’s about being consistent’
The Vikings and McCarthy take their momentum on the road to Dallas to face the Cowboys on Sunday night.
December 11, 2025
Vikings film review: These three factors appeared to help J.J. McCarthy play faster
Against the Commanders, the Vikings offense featured more shotgun, fewer play-action dropbacks and quicker first-read throws.
December 10, 2025
O'Connell: There was no ill intent behind Ward’s hit on Ertz
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell defended the hit by safety Jay Ward and said he contacted injured Commanders tight end Zach Ertz after Sunday’s victory at U.S. Bank Stadium.
December 9, 2025
Vikings tight ends help J.J. McCarthy find a ‘groove’ against the Commanders
The big targets played a critical role in McCarthy rebounding during Sunday’s 31-0 win over Washington.
December 8, 2025
McCarthy: Vikings' new coaching approach “frees up a lot of space mentally”
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy said he was “so focused on doing every rep perfect," but a shift in his coaching away from tinkering with his mechanics will allow him to "be instinctual, react, respond to what the defense is giving me.”
December 5, 2025
C.J. Ham is Vikings’ nominee for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award
The fullback from Duluth was voted by his teammates as the Vikings representative for an award given to players who have a “steadfast commitment” to impacting lives beyond football.
December 4, 2025
Vikings guard Donovan Jackson returns to practice; Jayden Daniels takes every rep for Commanders
Quarterback Jayden Daniels was a full participant in practice for Washington on Thursday as he prepares to come back from a dislocated elbow.
December 4, 2025
Vikings simplify offense, meaning QB J.J. McCarthy’s job is ‘purely about decisionmaking’
Coach Kevin O’Connell said he doesn’t want J.J. McCarthy “overthinking” after throwing 10 interceptions in six starts.
December 4, 2025
Film review: What went so wrong for Vikings QB Max Brosmer in his first NFL start?
A collective letdown around Brosmer led to one of the worst statistical first starts in recent memory.
December 3, 2025
As McCarthy nears return, O’Connell takes himself to task for Vikings' woes
Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said J.J. McCarthy is “symptom free” from a Nov. 23 concussion and may return to a more simplified offense Sunday against Washington.
December 1, 2025
