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Photos: Vikings vs. Packers
The Minnesota Vikings came up short against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, losing 33-27.
The Minnesota Stars are one step away from winning the NASL championship after beating the Fort Lauderdale Strikers 3-1 at the National Sports Center in Blaine.
Gov. speaks on likelihood of stadium in Arden Hills
Despite calls for the team to build on the site of the downtown Minneapolis Farmers Market,the Minnesota Vikings have a right to locate a stadium in Arden Hills, Gov. Mark Dayton said.
Some Republicans want arts amendment money for Vikings stadium
A Republican leader says some of his colleagues in the Minnesota Legislature are considering a plan that would rely on a portion of the state's Legacy funds to pay for a new Vikings Stadium. It's an option they say must be considered as Gov. Mark Dayton and lawmakers continue to discuss a new stadium. But critics say voters didn't intend to use that money for professional sports stadiums when they approved a higher sales tax in 2008.
Talk of Vikings move to Los Angeles looms once again.
Dayton hopes to make stadium recommendation in Nov.
Gov. Mark Dayton will make his own recommendation for a Vikings stadium in two weeks.
The businessman proposing a Block E casino in downtown Minneapolis did not discuss the Vikings stadium project during a meeting with Gov. Mark Dayton.
Ponder takes over at QB for Vikings
Christian Ponder says he's excited and grateful for the opportunity to take over as quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings. The rookie says he will also be leaning heavily on veteran Donovan McNabb for help.
League executive vice president Eric Grubman said that Los Angeles is nearly ready to host at least one NFL franchise.