Here's how the Vikings could land the NFC's No. 1 seed in the NFL playoffs

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 12/18 6:59A Anthony Bettin

MINNEAPOLIS There has perhaps been n o more surprising team in the NFL this season than the Minnesota Vikings. With the departure of Kirk Cousins , the arrival of Sam Darnold , an overhaul of the defense and a loaded division, many expected this...

Randy Moss honored during Vikings' win over Bears: "We love you Randy"

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 12/17 1:36A CBS Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS Justin Jefferson raced across the back of the end zone, leaped to catch the pass from Sam Darnold and launched into his latest touchdown celebration after an early score for the Minnesota...

Vikings are winning and having a lot of fun doing it. The Bears can't relate

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 12/15 7:17A CBS Minnesota

The Minnesota Vikings, like the rest of the NFL's leading contenders, have their share of mysteries to unwind in the coming weeks. Will Sam Darnold keep hearing MVP chants down the stretch and deep...

How the Minnesota Vikings could clinch a playoff spot in Week 15

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 12/12 6:26A Anthony Bettin

MINNEAPOLIS The Minnesota Vikings could have a playoff spot secured before they even kick off on Monday night against the Chicago Bears. The 11-2 Vikings have three paths to clinching a playoff spot in Week 15: A Los Angeles Rams loss to the San...

Kirk Cousins remains in a slump as the Vikings spoil his homecoming, calls lack of TD passes...

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 12/9 3:12A CBS Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS When his last pass of the game sailed over the head of tight end Kyle Pitts and landed harmlessly in the back of the end zone, all Kirk Cousins could do was shake his head and begin the...

C.J. Ham named 2024 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award nominee

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 12/5 4:25A Mackenzie Lofgren

MINNEAPOLIS The Minnesota Vikings announced on Thursday that C.J. Ham has been selected as the team's nominee for the 2024 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award. NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - NOVEMBER 17:...

Minnesota Vikings signing former New York Giants QB Daniel Jones

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 11/27 7:50A Cole Premo

MINNEAPOLIS The Minnesota Vikings are signing recently released New York Giants quarterback and former first-round pick Daniel Jones, sources confirm to WCCO. "Good addition to our quarterback room,"...

As Gopher volleyball faces Illinois, Ohio State, NCAA hosting bid is on the line

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 11/27 5:43A Aki Nace

MINNEAPOLIS As the Gopher volleyball team closes out their regular season this week, there's a question looming in the back of their minds: whether they'll be able to host the first two rounds of the NCAA tournament. The team will have to win...

Inside the Vikings week 11: Sticking with Sam Darnold; will win streak continue?

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 11/13 3:14A WCCO Staff

MINNEAPOLIS The Minnesota Vikings won their second straight game in Week 10, albeit in concerning fashion. Relying exclusively on a stout defensive performance, plus the leg of new kicker John Parker Romo , the Vikings improved to 7-2 with their...

Timberwolves unveil 2024 City Edition uniforms: "An encapsulation of Minnesota winters"

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 11/11 4:29A Anthony Bettin

MINNEAPOLIS The Minnesota Timberwolves defrosted their latest City Edition uniforms Monday, which the team calls "an encapsulation of Minnesota winters." In an inversion of last year's lake-themed...

Heat edge Timberwolves 95-94 on Nikola Jovic's layup-and-1 with 7.8 seconds left

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 11/11 12:27A CBS Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS Nikola Jovic made the tying layup and go-ahead foul shot with 7.8 seconds left to send the Miami Heat past the Minnesota Timberwolves 95-94 and stop their three-game losing streak on Sunday night. Jovic, who had 15 points and seven...

Minnesota Frost unveil new uniforms for upcoming season

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 11/7 6:49A Chris Veninga

MINNEAPOLIS The Minnesota Frost unveiled new uniforms on Thursday. The uniforms feature a palette of lavender, black, and white colors with the prominent "F" logo in the center. The team, known as PWHL Minnesota last season, officially rebranded...

Garcia scores 30 and Minnesota wins its opener 80-57 over Oral Roberts

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 11/7 12:48A CBS Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS Dawson Garcia scored 30 points and Minnesota defeated Oral Roberts 80-57 on Wednesday night in the season opener for both. A three-point play by Josh Jones got the Golden Eagles within single digits 38-29 for the first time since early...

Twins first baseman Carlos Santana wins his first Gold Glove award

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 11/4 2:31A Cole Premo

MINNEAPOLIS A Minnesota Twins first baseman is celebrating winning his first Gold Glove award. On Sunday, Major League Baseball and the team collectively announced that Carlos Santana is the recipient...

Minnesota Twins' Alex Kirilloff announces retirement from baseball at 26

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 10/31 4:16A Anthony Bettin

MINNEAPOLIS Minnesota Twins fielder Alex Kirilloff announced his retirement from baseball Thursday, citing injuries as the driving force behind ending his career just four years after his major league debut. "During my career, I've encountered...