Former NFL quarterback Brett Favre is repaying $1.1 million in welfare money that he received for multiple speeches where he did not show up, the Mississippi state auditor said Wednesday. Auditor Shad White said his office received $500,000 from Favre on Wednesday, plus a commitment that Favre will repay the other $600,000 in installments over […]
Former Vikings helping to feed the hungry
When David Baker heard about Project Isaiah and its goal of feeding families in need during the coronavirus pandemic, there was no question what the Pro Football Hall of Fame would do. ”Once we learned the details behind Project Isaiah, it was an easy decision to say `yes’ enthusiastically and join as a partner,” the […]
Vikings rookie hoping to impress
The Minnesota Vikings targeted cornerback Jeff Gladney in the first round of the NFL draft last week, desiring his spunk and speed for a critical position. When Gladney answered the phone as the Vikings prepared to turn in the 31st overall pick to the league, that confidence was already evident. ”He said, `I’ve been waiting […]
Vikings add undrafted free agents to the fold
The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms on contracts with 12 college free agents, after a record haul of 15 draft picks over the weekend. The Vikings announced Monday they added Oregon tackle Brady Aiello, North Carolina tight end Jake Bargas, Penn State wide receiver Dan Chisena, Central Florida cornerback Nevelle Clarke, Texas A&M wide […]
Vikings draft wrapup
With a 6-foot-5, 260-pound frame, coming out of an SEC school in the middle rounds of the draft, the Minnesota Vikings had an ideal model in mind for South Carolina defensive end D.J. Wonnum. That’s Danielle Hunter, who became last year the youngest player in NFL history to reach 50 career sacks. Wonnum, who was […]
Vikings add two more on Friday, add more picks for Saturday
The Minnesota Vikings patiently filled major needs on the offensive line and in the secondary with two more picks on Friday night, taking advantage of a deep draft without having to move up and adding three more selections for the final day for good measure. Boise State offensive tackle Ezra Cleveland went to the Vikings […]
Former Gopher goes to Tampa Bay
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers continue to stockpile help for Tom Brady, including a player who’s dad once intercepted the six-time Super Bowl champion. The Bucs used the 45th overall pick in the second-round of the NFL draft Friday to take safety Antoine Winfield Jr., after a standout career at Minnesota. He’s the son of three-time […]
Vikings add two players in first-round, add two picks
Justin Jefferson was a late-blooming wide receiver who claimed the last scholarship for LSU’s freshman class in 2017 before finishing his college career as a national champion with the school record for receptions. The Minnesota Vikings will be counting on more of that swift progress. Filling two significant needs in the first round of the […]
Vikings draft history
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: WR Randy Moss (1998). The Vikings drafted six Hall of Famers in the first round: DE Carl Eller (1964), DT Alan Page (1967), RT Ron Yary (1968), DE Chris Doleman (1985), LG Randall McDaniel (1988) and Moss. None made a bigger splash than the 21st pick out of Marshall. Coach Dennis […]
Vikings with plenty of holes to fill
The NFL salary cap, that powerful and perpetual roster purger, forced the Minnesota Vikings to dump more than a half-dozen starters this offseason. For a team that has not had a losing record in six years and three months ago reached the divisional round of the playoffs, there sure is a lot riding on this […]