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Tim Tebow Signs with the New England Patriots

David Drew — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 02:43:56 +0000

Tim Tebow, the NFL player who is lately better known for being a distraction than a high caliber player, has found a team willing to give him another chance to be on an NFL roster. ESPN.com reports that Tim Tebow is set to sign as a quarterback with the New England Patriots. Patriots spokesman Stacey [...]

Brett Favre Coming Back To The Packers

Chris Allen — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:39:01 +0000

Aaron Rodgers is not stepping down anytime soon. It appears as though the hatchet is about to be buried. The team and the legendary quarterback have been at odds since they traded him to the New York Jets ago five years ago to let Aaron Rodgers become the new QB. It didn't help that Brett turned up in Minnesota and kicked the snot out of the Pack.

UMD Football Team Takes the Coaches Challenge

Cathy Kates — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 16:57:52 +0000

Well, that’s making lemonade out of lemons. Many of our local outdoor sports teams have had to deal with the excessive snow while they are training, from softball to football to marathon training and cross country. The University of Duluth football team is using our huge snowbanks to gain points on their coaches! GO DOGS! [...]

Legendary Vikings Coach Bud Grant to be in Northland to Receive Honor on Wednesday

David Drew — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:17:36 +0000

Pro football legend Bud Grant will be recognized by the Pro Football Hall of Fame and Allstate Insurance Company in Superior on Wednesday, May 1, as part of “Hometown Hall of Famers™,” a national program honoring the hometown roots of the sport’s greatest coaches, players, and contributors with special ceremonies and plaque dedication events in local communities.

7 Year Olds Touchdown Run Will Warm Your Heart

David Drew — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:58:30 +0000

As we deal with yet another winter storm, they are playing football in warmer places. Recently the 2013 Nebraska Spring Game was held and a young man fighting cancer was given a very special opportunity. Jack Hoffman is 7 years old and battling brain cancer. He’s a big Nebraska fan and the team showed how [...]

Will Kenny Chesney Leave His Singing Career to Be a Quarterback

Cathy Kates — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 15:12:04 +0000

Wouldn’t THAT be sad. If Kenny Chesney gave up his career to play football. But, you know it’s been his dream, thus the song “Boys of Fall”. So, Kenny getting out of a phenomenal singing career isn’t that far fetched. What the video and Kenny will give you details on his future play-by-play plans. Recently, [...]

NFL to Put Cameras in Locker Rooms in 2013

Joe Student — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:13:59 +0000

In a move that could give football fans unprecedented access — and nightmares of watching 300-pound men get undressed — the NFL will require all of its teams to install cameras in home locker rooms for the 2013 season.

Minnesota Vikings Trade Percy Harvin to the Seattle Seahawks for Draft Picks

Nick Cooper — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 17:43:27 +0000

Vikings fans don’t have to wonder any longer whether or not Percy Harvin will be in a a Vikings uniform next year. Multiple reports from sources around the league are reporting that the Minnesota Vikings and Seattle Seahawks have engineered a deal sending Harvin to Seattle with Minnesota getting three draft picks in return. FOX Sports [...]

Minor League Football's Cedar Rapids Titans Are for Sale…On Craigslist

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 00:30:26 +0000

So, you’ve mastered the fantasy football thing and think you’re ready for the real thing. Well, you’re in luck. If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a professional team (who hasn’t?) and have Internet access (you’re reading this, so you do), now’s the time to cobble together the coins between your cushions and take out a [...]

Budweiser Black Crown Review

Ken Hayes — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 17:02:57 +0000

Well I like my beer, as you probably already know, so when a new beer hits the market I got to run out and try it. It was unveiled at the Superbowl. The next day, I went out and bought a six pack of Budweiser Black Crown. Here’s what I thought. The Black Crown basically [...]

Tom's Notes: Northland Curling Team Gets National Attention + More

Tom Hansen — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 17:26:19 +0000

A Northland curling team took their talents to the Big Apple Tuesday morning with an appearance on N–B–C’s TODAY SHOW! Team Fenson appeared on the show as part of the Today Show’s Olympic Week and the start of the one year countdown to the 2014 Winter Olympics. Team Fenson, whose members hail from the Twin [...]

Be Less Annoying to Your Friends with These Important Super Bowl Party Etiquette Tips [Video]

Cathy Kates — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 16:28:50 +0000

Don't be THAT guy!! You know the one.....the annoying guy that thinks he's the life of the party....YOUR party. Maybe you should show this video on your big screen as your guests are settling in for the big game. You know, like when they show movie previews at the theater. Whatever you choose to do I'm sure you'll get a giggle out this!

Brett Favre Is Coming Back To The NFL

Chris Allen — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 15:10:07 +0000

Gotcha! Well, he IS coming back to the NFL, just not as a player. The NFL network, as part of their 8 1/2 hour “way too much coverage” pre-game show has hired Brett Favre as an analyst. According to the USA Today, Brett Says “I don’t miss the grind and stress of day-to-day football, but [...]

11 Extreme Super Bowl Snacks

Cameron Simcik — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 21:37:14 +0000

Only t-minus four days until the big game, so now is the perfect time to start thinking about the most important part of our Super Bowl party-- food. Nachos, sandwiches, pizza and anything greasy goes, as long as it's hardy and semi-manly. But how the heck are we supposed to choose with so many delicious options out there? Answer: go big.

NFL Stadiums Could Get Laser First-Down Markers

Joe Student — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 21:30:03 +0000

NFL fans could see laser first-down markers like those currently visible on television broadcasts also used in stadiums in the future. (Insert bad Dr. Evil impression saying “lasers” here) The First Down Laser System, developed by Alan Amron and underwritten by former player and broadcaster Pat Summerall, projects a first-down line across the width of [...]

Two Former UMD Bulldog Football Players Will Join Bob Nielson as Assistants at Western Illinois

Tom Hansen — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 14:05:27 +0000

Former Bulldogs Head Football Coach Bob Nielson recently left UMD to be the Head Coach at Western Illinois. Monday the Leathernecks announced that two former Bulldogs will be joining him. Tyler Yelk, a former UMD player and Defensive backs coach and special teams coordinator, along as the recruiting coordinator for the Bulldogs will be the [...]

Tom's Notes: BCS Champs, Garth Heikkinen to Play in East/West Shrine Game + Local Hockey, Football and More

Tom Hansen — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 16:24:15 +0000

Roll Tide! The BCS National title football game was played Monday night, and it was all Alabama as they won 42-14 over Notre Dame. Notre Dame now 12-1, and Alabama 13-1. 3rd title in 4 years for Alabama. For Alabama Head Coach Nick Saben it’s his 4th title. Speaking of football, former Duluth Central offensive [...]

Watch a Dad's Adorable Reaction to Scoring Game Tickets

Kyle Dowling — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 17:04:38 +0000

No, this isn't an episode of 'Here Comes Honey Boo Boo' that was left on the cutting room floor. It's actually a father receiving the best gift of his life -- tickets to a championship football game. With the holiday season winding down its nice to remember the little things in life: family, sports, and the fact that fedoras only look appealing on certain people.

UMD Reacts as Bob Nielson Leaves the Bulldogs After 14 Years [VIDEO]

David Drew — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 06:05:22 +0000

It’s been nearly 24 hours since Bob Nielson announced he is leaving UMD after 14 years to jump up to take a position as a Division I head football coach. It’s a nice opportunity for Nielson, but it was an emotional experience when he broke the news to the Bulldogs. The Northland’s NewsCenter did this [...]

Border Battle Injury Update: Who is in and Who is Out for the Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings?

Nick Cooper — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 19:20:19 +0000

The Minnesota Vikings travel to Green Bay for the first of to games in the Border Battle rivalry this Sunday, with a game start time of noon. What players dealing with injuries will be on the field, and who will be sidelined? Green Bay Packers Donald Driver (Thumb) – Questionable - Has not practiced yet [...]