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Minnesota Vikings

Cassel starts in London, Ponder injured

Cassel starts in London, Ponder injured

Citing rib fracture, the Vikings say they will be starting their backup quarterback, Matt Cassel, against the Steelers in London. The move follows a disappointing loss to Cleveland last week.
by Tim Nelson

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Texans beat Vikings in preseason match

Texans beat Vikings in preseason match

Rookie DeAndre Hopkins caught a 34-yard touchdown pass in Houston's victory over Minnesota Friday night at the Metrodome. The Vikings showcased their rookie wide receiver, too, during a flashy first half by Cordarrelle Patterson.

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A late entry in the Vikings stadium game: Kraus-Anderson Construction Co.

A late entry in the Vikings stadium game: Kraus-Anderson Construction Co.

Days from the scheduled selection of a builder for the new Vikings stadium, Minneapolis-based Kraus-Anderson says it’s among the final contenders to win the job from the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority. Chief operating officer Alan Gerhardt said in an interview today that his firm, based just five blocks from the stadium site, interviewed separately to…
by Tim Nelson

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Minneapolis City Council's stadium approval likely

Minneapolis City Council's stadium approval likely

The expectation is becoming more certain that the Minneapolis City Council will approve the Vikings stadium plan put forth by lawmakers and Gov. Mark Dayton earlier this month.
by Tim Nelson

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MLS boss raves about new Houston stadium; discusses Minnesota possibility

MLS boss raves about new Houston stadium; discusses Minnesota possibility

Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber visited the Houston Dynamo's new stadium on the eve of its opening, and talked about the expansion of the league. Garber is aware of a clause in Minnesota recently-approved stadium financing plan that gives the team sole discretion to host any major league soccer team in that stadium. and said the league is interested in expanding, but notes that such moves would not come soon.

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Vikes owners hint at retractable roof for stadium

Vikes owners hint at retractable roof for stadium

The Metrodome always felt like a rental property for Zygi and Mark Wilf, two New Jersey real estate developers who purchased the Minnesota Vikings in 2005. Now the Wilf brothers will have a home of their own, hopefully by the 2016 season.

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Mark Wilf: 'In it for the long haul'

Mark Wilf: 'In it for the long haul'

The stadium plan was the result of years of lobbying in St. Paul by the Minnesota Vikings. Team president, Mark Wilf, spoke with MPR News about the deal.
by Tom Crann

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Minneapolis City Council stadium supporters still on board

Minneapolis City Council stadium supporters still on board

Some members of the Minneapolis City Council who support the Vikings stadium bill say they have not seen any changes to the original bill that would cause them to switch their vote.
by Brandt Williams

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Minnesota Vikings one step closer to new stadium

Minnesota Vikings one step closer to new stadium

Only a state Senate vote, the governor's signature and approval from the Minneapolis City Council stands between the Vikings and a $975 million stadium that could be ready for the 2016 season. The House passed the stadium plan early Thursday by a 71-60 vote.
by Tim Nelson

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