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Vikings
April 22
Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy passes against Washington during the first half of the NCAA national championship game in January. McCarthy got a v

Souhan: Should Vikings even consider McCarthy in NFL draft?

If the choice for the Vikings is between Michael Penix Jr., Bo Nix or J.J. McCarthy, why is the Michigan quarterback worth the risk?
Vikings
April 22
Alabama cornerback Terrion Arnold knocks down a pass intended for Texas A&M wide receiver Ainias Smith last October. Arnold is expected to be one of t

Another first-round cornerback? Yes, Vikings have dire need.

Seventh in a series: As Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores said, "You can never have enough corners," and the team needs development and more talent in the secondary.
Gophers
April 22
Tyler Nubin participates in drills during Gophers Pro Day in March. Nubin wasn't fully healthy at the NFL combine due to offseason surgery.

Gophers' Nubin called his shot, and now he may be NFL draft's top safety

Record-setting Gophers safety Tyler Nubin will realize a childhood dream during the NFL draft this week.
Vikings
April 20
These days there are whole TV shows devoted to mock drafts, such as the one hosted by Colleen Wolfe, left, Charles Davis, center, and Daniel Jeremiah

How interest in the mock drafts we love so much went from zero to infinity

The mock drafts of today are 50-plus years in the making, paved by draftniks such as Joel Buchsbaum and Mel Kiper Jr.
Vikings
April 20
Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins speaks during a news conference March 13.

Reusse's Tortured Columnist Department update: Yes, Vikings won the offseason

The Vikings have made nearly two full albums-worth of smart moves, including letting Cousins go and bringing in Aaron Jones. Will this unusual trend continue in the draft?
Vikings
April 19
Clockwise from left, six of the top quarterbacks in the NFL draft: Michigan's J.J. McCarthy, LSU's Jayden Daniels, Washington's Michael Penix Jr., Sou

Quarterback of the future? This Vikings mystery is about to end.

Part 6 of a series: Six quarterbacks are on the draft radar to fill both practical and philosophical needs for the Vikings.
Vikings
April 19
Georgia's Brock Bowers is the undisputed No. 1 in deep class of NFL tight end prospects.

Lots of solid tight ends in draft, but Vikings don't need one

Fifth in a series: Even with T.J. Hockenson recovering from knee surgery, the Vikings have depth and some long-term stability at tight end.
Vikings
April 18
Blake Corum was the offensive engine for national champion Michigan last season and racked up over 4,100 yards from scrimmage and 61 touchdowns in his

Can the Vikings find long-term running back solution in the draft?

Fourth in a series: The Vikings could still use more talent for their rushing attack even after adding Aaron Jones from the Packers to lead their backfield.
Sports
April 17
Runners approach the finish line Monday at the Boston Marathon.

Grateful for the beast that is the Boston Marathon

Star Tribune Vikings beat reporter Ben Goessling ran his first Boston Marathon on Monday, and by the time he finished, gratitude for the experience overshadowed any disappointments.
Sports
April 17
The Class of 2021 Minnesota Sports Hall of Fame inductees (clockwise from top left) were: Maya Moore, Annie Adamczak Glavan, Carrie Tollefson, Brianna

Minnesota Sports Hall of Fame: A class-by-class list of all members

Who's in the Star Tribune Minnesota Sports Hall of Fame? From Bernie Bierman to the latest class, here's the list:
Vikings
April 17
What will Vikings defense look like in Year 2 under Flores?

What will Vikings defense look like in Year 2 under Flores?

The Star Tribune's Andrew Krammer and Purple Insider's Matthew Coller discuss Brian Flores' offseason, a Vikings defense in transition and Kevin O'Connell's comments about the team's QB decision in the latest Access Vikings podcast.
Randball
April 17
Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has the biggest decision of his tenure next week.

A Vikings-New England trade? Three thoughts on the No. 3 overall pick

The Vikings need a quarterback and every signal they have suggests they intend to choose one very high in next week's draft. The Patriots are in a similar situation, but there are reasons why a deal could be a good fit.
Randball
April 17
J.J. McCarthy of Michigan, left, and Drake Maye of North Carolina are the NFL quarterback prospects most often linked to the Vikings.

Vikings-New England trade? Patriots insider on that possibility.

Tom Curran of NBC Sports Boston joined host Michael Rand for a look at next week's draft. The Patriots, like the Vikings, need a quarterback. But would New England trade the No. 3 pick?
Vikings
April 17
Ohio State receiver Marvin Harrison, left, scores a touchdown as Minnesota defensive back Coleman Bryson (16) defends during the second half of an NCA

Much talent in draft at position where Vikings don't need much help

Third in a series: The Vikings don't need much help at receiver, but this is considered to be a very talented draft class for the teams that do.
Vikings
April 16
Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores said Tuesday, “I haven’t spent this much time with my family in an offseason in a while without a move

Flores returns to Vikings after getting no head coaching interviews

Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores spoke to reporters Tuesday about the team's offseason moves and what's in store for his second season in Minnesota.
Vikings
April 16
Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores is paying particular attention to Akayleb Evans, among other cornerbacks, as the team prepares for next sea

Flores channels 'inner Zimmer,' makes pitch for another cornerback

Not everybody is fixated on which quarterback the Vikings should take in the draft. Brian Flores, the team's defensive coordinator, thinks "you can never have enough" cornerbacks.
Vikings
April 16
Minnesota Vikings’ tight end T.J. Hockenson takes to the podium for a news conference Monday at the TCO Performance Center in Eagann.

Hockenson says NFL needs to look at hit that injured his knee

Tight end T.J. Hockenson, whose 95 catches led the Vikings last season, could miss the start of the regular season following surgery in January to repair a torn ACL.
Vikings
April 16
Speaking to reporters Monday, Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell said, “The quarterback position is one where you may have 10 really smart coaches or per

O'Connell has spent life around QBs. Can that help Vikings draft one?

Kevin O'Connell has been an NFL quarterback, played with Tom Brady and coached the position. The Vikings head coach shared things he wants to see in a quarterback.
Vikings
April 16
Dallas Turner had 14.5 tackles for losses and 10 sacks last season for Alabama.

This position rivals quarterback as Vikings' top need

The Vikings need defensive line help inside, outside and all over the place. There's a reason why edge rusher is the most common position selected by the Vikings in mock drafts.
Outdoors
April 15
Star Tribune Vikings reporter Ben Goessling competes in the Hot Dash 10K on March 23 in Minneapolis. He will run his first Boston Marathon on Monday.

Training for Boston Marathon during a never-ending Vikings season

Interviews, free-agent signings and NFL injuries interrupted Vikings reporter Ben Goessling's training to prepare for the race. So how did he prepare to run in today's race?