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Vikings pivot to Eagles after big win against Saints
To beat the Eagles, the Vikings have some more work to do. They won't have the crowd noise or the fast surface, for one. And they'll have to face a defense just as strong if not stronger than the Saints.
A play for the ages: Sports' best game-winning moments
The "Minneapolis Miracle," as its now known, was big, but how does it compare to other historic game-ending moments?
Morneau to make retirement official with Twins sendoff
Justin Morneau, the 2006 AL MVP and Minnesota Twins first baseman whose career was derailed by concussion symptoms, is retiring after 1,603 hits and 247 home runs in 14 major league seasons.
The best memes from the Vikings' big win over the Saints
Stefon Diggs and the Vikings set Twitter on fire Sunday night with their last-play stunner against the Saints. One of the most popular memes in Minnesota speculated that Prince, the Purple One, had something to do with the victory.
MN skier Jessie Diggins heads back to the Olympics for a shot at history
When cross-country skier and Minnesota native Jessie Diggins heads to the Olympics next month, she could help break a longstanding drought. It's been more than 40 years since an American has medaled in cross-country skiing -- and no American woman ever has.
Vikings just one game away from Super Bowl
On Sunday, they beat the Saints in a game that will be remembered as one of the greatest finishes in NFL history.
Photos: Vikings top Saints with last-play stunner
The play the Vikings ran, believe it or not, is called "Seven Heaven." Kyle Rudolph, Jarius Wright and Diggs all ran sideline routes from the right of the formation, with Diggs the deepest with his break coming at about 25 yards.
Need a room for the Super Bowl? Good luck with that
Rates for hotel rooms over Super Bowl weekend are soaring and downtown Minneapolis has virtually nothing left. Airbnb hosts are in on the action, too.