Randball
May 4, 2021
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) walks off the field after the NFC championship game loss to Tampa Bay.

In messy Packers situation, Aaron Rodgers is part of the problem

Packers management seems intent on aggravating Rodgers at every turn. But here's why the star quarterback deserves a share of the blame for the mess in Green Bay.
Randball
May 4, 2021
Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch talked things over with his team during the first half.

Wolves roster review: Who's part of the future? Who's likely to be gone?

Look at the players on the roster and you can divide them into categories ranging from core members to trade bait to likely to be gone. Here's a breakdown of who fits where.
Randball
May 3, 2021
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins made his way off the field after one of his three interceptions last season vs. the Falcons.

Bench Cousins? Now the Vikings have a different and viable option

The moment Kirk Cousins struggles for the first time in 2021 — as all players, even the best ones, do — there will be a different feeling with rookie Kellen Mond on the sidelines.
Randball
April 30, 2021
Vikings GM Rick Spielman could be active again in the final two days.

Draft pick value chart shows realistic paths for Vikings to move up

Their trade Thursday didn't get them into the second round, but it gave them the draft equity to do that on Friday if they want.
Randball
April 29, 2021
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers walks off the field after the NFC championship game.

Report: QB Rodgers 'disgruntled,' doesn't want to return to Packers

The news from ESPN's Adam Schefter certainly will liven up a busy time in the NFL offseason, and will certainly be a hot topic during tonight's NFL draft coverage.
Randball
April 29, 2021
Byron Buxton and Nelson Cruz have carried the Twins, but there has been too much to lift.

Buxton, Cruz have been let down so far by their Twins teammates

There have been too many near-automatic outs in the lineup, killing rallies and damaging the Twins' hopes — particularly in close games so far this season.
Randball
April 29, 2021
Washington QB Kirk Cousins during training camp of his rookie season in 2012.

Will the successor to Kirk Cousins emerge from this year's draft?

Drafting a quarterback in the middle rounds has made sense for years now, even if the Vikings haven't done it. In the 2021 draft, it's time for it to happen.
Randball
April 28, 2021
Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns.

The real loser as Timberwolves keep winning? It could be Golden State

Fans worried about the Wolves messing up their draft odds by winning should consider that there are benefits to playing well. So what are they?
Randball
April 28, 2021
Minnesota wide receiver Rashod Bateman makes a catch during Minnesota NFL football Pro Day.

U's Bateman should prepare for 'excitement' and 'anxiety' of draft

Blake Baratz, founder of the Institute for Athletes, which representing Gophers wide receiver Rashad Bateman, shared what players like Rashod Bateman should expect during the draft.
Randball
April 27, 2021
Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Alex Colome walks to the dugout after Monday's loss.

Odd stat with meaning: Twins can't win long games — or short ones, either

The Twins' 7-14 record — which puts them on a 108-loss pace, in case you were wondering — has come about in a most unusual way. Does it reveal something about them?
Randball
April 26, 2021
Two Rookies of the Year? Edwards, Kaprizov aim for rare feat

Two Rookies of the Year? Edwards, Kaprizov aim for rare feat

The same market hasn't had the Rookie of the Year in both the NBA and NHL in the same season since 1979-80. Both of those players wound up in the Hall of Fame.
Randball
April 23, 2021
Could Danielle Hunter be part of a Thursday night draft trade?

Vikings draft-day trade ideas: Danielle Hunter out? Trade down?

Some possibilities mentioned in a recent ESPN piece make a certain amount of sense if the Vikings aren't content to keep the 14th pick in the first round.

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