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Vikings QB Cousins Holding Himself to ‘High Standard’ During OTA’s

Cousins says he gets goosebumps before practice

May 24, 2022

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MINNEAPOLIS — Since taking over from day one Minnesota Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and head coach Kevin O’Connell have preached communication and collaboration. Players have said throughout the offseason the vibe has been different, fun and lighter. After the Vikings fifth practice of organized offseason activities, Quarterback Kirk Cousins downplayed the shift of environment and said a lot of…

Minnesota Vikings Start First Week Of OTA’s

First of a three week session at the team facility in Eagan

May 18, 2022

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MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Minnesota Vikings rookie mini-camp has come and gone. Now, its time for the veterans to join them for three weeks of organized team activities as the ramp up to July’s training camp and finalizing the 53-man roster. The first week is all about taking what’s been learned from the install of the new system off the field…

Broncos Resign Former Bison Zack Johnson

Signed to practice squad

May 17, 2022

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DENVER, CO — Former bison offensive lineman, Zack Johnson was resigned to the Denver Broncos practice squad. It’ll be Johnson’s second stint with the Broncos after previously signing with the team in November of 2021. Going undrafted out of North Dakota state in 2019, Johnson has also spent time with the Green Bay Packers and the Arizona Cardinals. He has…

Vikings announce 2022 schedule: Host Packers Week 1, Patriots on Thanksgiving

One of two primetime games on the schedule

May 12, 2022

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MINNEAPOLIS – (FOX 9) The Minnesota Vikings and the NFL announced the 2022 regular season schedule Thursday night, and we’re learning what the rest of the season looks like after going to Philadelphia Week 2 for Monday Night Football and to London Week 4 to face the New Orleans Saints. The Vikings will open the 2022 regular season against their…

Former Bison Watson Leaving Packers Rookie Mini-Camp Growing Confidence

Watson hit the field for the first time with his new team this past weekend

May 9, 2022

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FARGO, N.D — After being drafted 34th overall by the Green Bay Packers, receiver Christian Watson reported to his new team’s facility one week later to get that first taste of being part of the organization. What came with it was a call from 4-time MVP, Aaron Rodgers, who Watson will soon catch passes from. “He just congratulated me and…

Former NDSU Tight End Ellefson Gears Up For Year Three in NFL

Hawley native entering second year with Minnesota Vikings

April 25, 2022

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FARGO, N.D. — Former North Dakota State tight end, Ben Ellefson enters his third year in the NFL and second with the Minnesota Vikings. It was quite the journey getting back to playing for the childhood team. In year one, Ellefson went undrafted then was signed by the Jacksonville Jaguars shortly after. The Hawley native played 133 snaps over seven…

Report: Former Bison Lance Given “Indication” He’s 49ers Starter Next Season

Questions about Jimmy Garappolo's shoulder after offseason surgery

April 17, 2022

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SAN FRANCISCO, CA — No matter what happens with quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo after shoulder surgery this offseason, next year is Trey Lance time in the Bay Area. That’s according to a report from ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. With questions if Jimmy G can pass a physical, Lance continues to work out in San Fran and has been given the indication the…

NDSU’s Pro Day Opens Opportunities for Babicz, Thomas

Josh Babicz, Brayden Thomas joined Christian Watson, Cordell Volson at Pro Day

March 25, 2022

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FARGO, N.D — 29 NFL teams were on hand this morning to witness North Dakota state’s pro day. Defensive end Brayden Thomas, offensive lineman Cordell Volson, tight end Josh Babicz and receiver Christian Watson all looked to improve their Draft stock. Most eyes were on Watson, who is one of the fastest risers projected by pro football focus going from…

UND’s Waletzko Shines at Pro Day

Performed for 23 NFL Scouts in Grand Forks

March 24, 2022

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GRAND FORKS, N.D — North Dakota football has produced some CFL talent as of late, however this year the NFL has its eye on one player from the offensive line. Matt Waletzko was at the top of the list of UND’s draft prospects. The 6 foot 8 312 pound tackle went through a variety of individual drills to show off…

Wentz Introduced in Washington

Wentz ready for new start

March 17, 2022

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WASHINGTON – Carson Wentz has reported for duty. The Washington Commanders introduced their new quarterback a day after the new league began. The former Bison joins his third team in three years. After only a year long marriage with the Indianapolis Colts that ended with back to back losses and no playoff appearance, Wentz admitted his failures and now —…