Football

The Rocori Spartans are the defending Class 4A State champs after defeating Bemidji 17-10 in the Prep Bowl in 2011.  Rocori returns some key players but lost alot of talent from their state championship team.

The Sartell-St. Stephen Sabres begin the Scott Hentges era this season.  He replaces longtime head coach and current Athletic Director John Ross.

Player safety has been a major point of emphasis at all levels of football in recent years. That trend will be noticeable with several changes coming to college football games this fall.

The Vikings host the San Diego Chargers in what’s considered a dress rehearsal for the regular season.

The Vikings may have to play without nose tackle Letroy Guion Friday night in their 3rd and most important preseason game.

Viking running back Adrian Peterson talked about missing the remaining 2 preseason games at practice Tuesday.

The Vikings will play their final 2 preseason games without running back Adrian Peterson according to multiple reports.

Commissioner Roger Goodell has made player discipline his top priority since the day he took office, and he’s certainly gotten a chance to practice his strict methods in recent months.

The Vikings routed the Buffalo Bills 36-14 Friday night at Mall of America Field.  Christian Ponder was 10-13 passing for 136 yards and 1 touchdown with no interceptions.  His one touchdown pass was to Jerome Felton from 1-yard out.

The Vikings broke camp in Mankato Wednesday and will host Buffalo Friday night in their 2nd preseason game at 7pm, pregame on AM 1390-the Fan at 5:00.

NFL player Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson who you might also recognize from 'Dancing With The Stars' married 'Basketball Wives' star Evelyn Lozada just a month ago, but after this weekend I'm assuming his marriage and possibly his football career are over.

The Vikings activated running back Adrian Peterson from the physically unable to perform list Sunday.