High Schools
November 26, 2021
Mayer Lutheran celebrates their victory in the Class 1A state championship football game between Minneota and Mayer Lutheran Friday, Nov. 26, 2021 at

1A: Mayer Lutheran snags first football state title, beating Minneota 20-14

Mayer Lutheran got a 7-yard touchdown run from Cole Neitzel in the third quarter to take the lead, then leaned on its defense to seal the victory.
Sports
November 26, 2021

Gophers title hopes on the line: Follow the Iowa vs. Nebraska game here

Gophers
November 26, 2021
Wisconsin’s linebackers Leo Chenal (5) and Jack Sanborn (57) combined to stop Iowa’s Tyrone Tracy on Oct. 30.

Inside linebackers are heart and soul of Badgers' elite defense

The linebacker duo of Leo Chenal and Jack Sanborn is key to a Badgers squad that leads the nation in total defense and rushing defense.
Gophers Basketball
November 26, 2021
Gophers forward Charlie Daniels (15) reacted after a turnover by Jacksonville forward Bryce Workman (5) during the first half Nov. 24 at Williams Aren

Little depth, excellent three-point shooting defense among 5 things about 5-0 Gophers

The Gophers haven't played the toughest schedule to open the season, but several things about coach Ben Johnson's team have been revealed in its undefeated start.
Vikings
November 26, 2021
Behind running back Jonathan Taylor, Indianapolis is sneaky good. Or sledgehammer good, if you ask the Bills.

Mark Craig's NFL Week 12 Sunday picks against the spread

Another unpredictable week upended expectations for the Titans and Packers. Week 12 offers a number of good matchups between teams with winning records.
High Schools
November 26, 2021
Chatfield's Sam Backer passed during the Class 2A semifinal, before he was ejected for a second unsportsmanlike-conduct penalty.

Court ruling: Chatfield quarterback's Prep Bowl suspension will stand

Sam Backer, a junior, was suspended because of two unsportsmanlike-conduct penalties in the Class 2A semifinal victory over Barnesville.
Outdoors
November 26, 2021
A loon took flight in early May of 2018. The resident loon pair had just reunited on the lake and chased off the intruding visitor loon, said the phot

Cabin life pulled Minnesotan closer to a loon family, using his camera lens

Mark Ellis brings a keen eye for details to his longtime interest in the lives of the lake's inhabitants.
November 26, 2021
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) and teammates walk to the line of scrimmage in the first half , in Minneapolis, Minn., on Sunday

Vikings mailbag: Playoff position, defensive line in flux and what's improving

Thank you for submitting questions for this week's Vikings mailbag. Send questions to @Andrew_Krammer on Twitter or andrew.krammer@startribune.com.
High Schools
November 26, 2021
Breaking down the excitement and intrigue of the Prep Bowl

Breaking down the excitement and intrigue of the Prep Bowl

Star Tribune reporters David La Vaque and Jim Paulsen share their picks for the final football games of the season taking place at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Sports
November 26, 2021
Will Twins spend enough to win? And will they trade Buxton?

Will Twins spend enough to win? And will they trade Buxton?

Phil Miller joins Michael Rand on the Daily Delivery podcast for a look at the offseason. The Twins should have about to $50 million to spend on the open market. But the biggest question may be Byron Buxton's future.
Gophers
November 26, 2021

Gophers face three former Minnesotans in today's game against Bradley

Gabi Haack, a fifth-year senior from Elk River, scored 27 points on Monday and is Bradley's all-time leading scorer.
Vikings
November 26, 2021
San Francisco’s George Kittle is one of the NFL’s top tight ends.

Scouting Report: Three 49ers players will pose big challenge for Vikings

San Francisco will present challenges for the Vikings on both offense and defense because of a trio of players who are among the NFL's best.

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