Ben Goessling
Sports reporter
VikingsAfter graduating from Apple Valley High School, Goessling majored in accounting and journalism at the University of Minnesota. He lives in Minneapolis with his wife and two daughters. He coaches high school track and field and cross country, plays electric guitar and enjoys volunteering at Hope Academy in the Phillips neighborhood.
Latest from Ben Goessling
Analysis: Vikings defense, inspired Harrison Smith deliver a Christmas spectacle
Smith’s interception was one of six turnovers the Vikings forced in a 23-10 victory over Detroit that came almost solely because of their aggressive defense.
December 26, 2025
Takeaways: Defensive masterpiece lifts the Vikings to their fourth win in a row
The Vikings get little production from quarterback Max Brosmer but force six turnovers in a 23-10 win over the Detroit Lions.
December 26, 2025
Vikings-Lions preview: Can Max Brosmer lead a Christmas upset?
The former Gophers quarterback, starting for an injured J.J. McCarthy, is facing a tough challenge given the injuries to the Vikings offensive line.
December 25, 2025
Analysis: Amid trying week, Vikings gain gritty 16-13 victory over Giants
A broken team plane. A slew of starters, including QB J.J. McCarthy, felled by injuries. And a three-game win streak for team that continues to fight.
December 22, 2025
McCarthy goes down as injuries pile up for Vikings in 16-13 victory over Giants
The Vikings shut down Giants QB Jaxson Dart to overcome a raft of concerning injuries, including a hand injury that knocked out J.J. McCarthy late in the first half.
December 21, 2025
Vikings’ charter flight to Newark returns to MSP after mechanical issue
The Vikings took a later flight Saturday after their first plane turned around and flew back to the Twin Cities.
December 21, 2025
Vikings-Giants preview: Can Minnesota extend its NFC East win streak to three?
The Vikings, with a rejuvenated offense and banged-up defense, play their final road game of the 2025 season against the New York Giants on Sunday at noon.
December 20, 2025
Analysis: J.J. McCarthy provides a glimpse of stability in Vikings’ victory over Cowboys
After being intercepted on his first pass Sunday night, the Vikings QB bounced back and kept up with the prolific Cowboys at bay in a 34-26 victory.
December 15, 2025
Without Christian Darrisaw again, Vikings offensive line earns praise from its coach
The Vikings used yet another line combination after Darrisaw was inactive and Brian O’Neill exited early due to a foot injury.
December 15, 2025
Another sharp game from J.J. McCarthy lifts Vikings to second win in a row
QB J.J. McCarthy threw for a career-high 250 yards and two touchdowns and also rushed for a score as the Vikings beat the Cowboys 34-26 on Sunday night.
December 15, 2025
Vikings-Cowboys preview: Can J.J. McCarthy keep up with Dak Prescott in Dallas?
The Vikings and their young QB are in the national spotlight again, playing on “Sunday Night Football” against the Cowboys, who are fighting for a playoff spot.
December 14, 2025
Can J.J. McCarthy make progress in the Vikings’ progression-based offense?
Tom Brady and Kurt Warner have criticized the pure progression scheme the Vikings and many other teams use for stunting young quarterbacks’ growth by not asking them to decipher coverages.
December 14, 2025
