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Ravens interview ex-Browns HC Kevin Stefanski to replace John Harbaugh

The Baltimore Ravens interviewed former Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski for their head coaching vacancy on Friday. Stefanski spent the first 14 years of his NFL career on the Minnesota Vikings coaching staff, rising from assistant coach to the team’s offensive coordinator, before being hired by the Cleveland Browns in 2019. Stefanski then served […]

Dodgers sign infielder Andy Ibáñez, per reports

It’s a busy Friday for the Dodgers adding infielders who can play multiple positions. In addition to claiming Ryan Fitzgerald off waivers from the Twins, the team has also signed Andy Ibáñez. The signing of Ibáñez was first reported by Francys Romero and also reported by Kiley McDaniel of ESPN and other Dodgers beat writers. […]

Dodgers claim Ryan Fitzgerald off waivers from Twins

The Dodgers added some infield depth on Friday by claiming Ryan Fitzgerald from the Minnesota Twins. He was designated for assignment by the Twins on January 2 when Minnesota traded for first baseman Eric Wagaman. Fitzgerald after seven seasons in the minors made his major league debut for the Twins, playing in 24 games, including […]

Vikings Offseason Priorities: Coaching Shakeup, CFL Adds & Draft Focus

In this episode of The Real Forno Show, hosted by Tyler Forness with producer Dave Stefano—a Vikings 1st & SKOL production—the duo breaks down the Minnesota Vikings’ critical offseason blueprint after a 9-8 season. Forness emphasizes the uncertainty around defensive coordinator Brian Flores, noting, “His contract expires on January 14th,” and speculates on teams waiting […]

Twins Flashback: 1976

If you turned the ballgame on TV in 1976 Twins Territory, you’d get the dulcet tones of Joe Boyle & recently-retired Harmon Killebrew. If you flipped on the radio: Herb Carneal—as always—and Frank Quilici at the mics. Though no playoff berth was achieved—and you certainly wouldn’t guess it from the 715,394 home fans (an AL-low […]

Ravens request to interview Vikings DC Brian Flores

The Baltimore Ravens requested to interview Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores for their head coaching vacancy, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. Flores was in New England for a decade in multiple roles that included special teams assistant, defensive assistant, safeties coach, and linebackers coach before landing his first head coaching job at Miami in […]

New York Jets Flight Connections 01/09/26

Good morning Gang Green Nation! The New York Jets have requested their first interview for defensive coordinator, asking to interview Minnesota Vikings passing defense coordinator Daronte Jones. Jones has never been a defensive coordinator at the NFL level. If he were to be hired by the Jets that would give the Jets a first time […]

Cowboys news: The first batch of names for the Cowboys DC search emerge

Cowboys schedule first three interviews for open defensive coordinator position – Nick Harris, Star-Telegram The search begins. The Dallas Cowboys have requested to interview three candidates for their defensive coordinator opening, according to a report from ESPN’s Todd Archer. The Cowboys are in line to speak with Broncos defensive pass game coordinator Jim Leonhard, Vikings […]

Green Bay Packers cap casualty projections drop for 2026 offseason

Over the Cap has just dropped their cap casualty rankings for the upcoming offseason, which includes four Green Bay Packers in their top 100 players. Only three teams have more plays on the list than the Packers: the Arizona Cardinals (nine), the Minnesota Vikings (seven) and the Washington Commanders (seven). Personally, I only think that […]

Cavs lose 131-122 to Timberwolves due to odd starting lineup choice

The Cleveland Cavaliers started their 21st different starting lineup against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday. This grouping was more perplexing than any of the previous 20. Their ineffectiveness led to the 131-122 loss. Minnesota has one of the biggest starting forward groups in the league with Rudy Gobert (7’1”), Julius Randle (6’9”), and Jaden McDaniels […]

Two Teams Request Interview with Top Vikings Defensive Assistant

While much of the focus for Minnesota Vikings fans at the start of this year’s NFL coaching carousel has been on the fate of defensive coordinator Brian Flores, a couple of teams have now requested interviews with the man thought by many to be the top in-house choice to be his successor should he not […]

Cowboys request to interview fan favorite for defensive coordinator

The Dallas Cowboys have started their search for a new defensive coordinator. Todd Archer of ESPN released a list of the team’s initial requests to interview three candidates. The names included are Minnesota Vikings pass game coordinator Daronte Jones, Cleveland Browns safeties coach Ephraim Banda, and Denver Broncos assistant HC/pass game coordinator Jim Leonhard. Out […]

The Wild Shouldn't Move Charlie Stramel At the Deadline

The Minnesota Wild should be extremely careful about moving on from Charlie Stramel, because big, right-shot centers with his blend of size, physical edge, and growing offensive game are exactly the kind of premium asset this organization has struggled to find and develop. The Wild could move on fro...

Will the NFC West be this year’s NFC North?

With the NFC West sending three teams to the playoffs, the conference appears to run through them. However, the NFC North looked just as strong a year ago, only to flame out once January arrived. Could the NFC West be headed towards a similar fate? In 2024, the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings went into […]

Will Reichard Named NFC Special Teams Player of the Month

Even though he was not named to the Pro Bowl Games for reasons beyond the realm of my comprehension, Minnesota Vikings kicker Will Reichard did garner some recognition that no member of the franchise has gotten in quite a while. It has just been announced that Reichard has been named the NFC’s Special Teams Player […]

Wild vs. Kraken Prediction: Live Odds, Stats, History and Picks – Thursday, January 8, 2026

The Minnesota Wild play at the Seattle Kraken on Thursday, and are -155 favorites on the moneyline, with the home team at +130. Watch the NHL on Fubo! Wild vs. Kraken Favorite, Moneyline, Total Favorite: Wild (-155) Underdog: Kraken (+130) Total: 6 Best Wild vs. Kraken Promo Codes How to Watch Wild vs. Kraken Date: Thursday, January 8, 2026 Time: 10 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: ESPN+ Location: Seattle, Washington Venue: Climate Pledge Arena Live Stream: Watch t...

What Is Going On With David Jiricek?

David Jiricek has turned from an exciting prospect into what Midwesterners politely call “interesting.” Well, that's not quite fair. Minnesota-"interesting" usually translates to awful, I hate it, never show me this again, please. Jiricek is more of a mix of confusing and polarizing. That's le...

Ravens to Interview Brian Flores for Head Coaching Job

The NFL’s coaching carousel is officially spinning at full speed, and the news that all Minnesota Vikings fans were expecting to hear is now upon us. Numerous sources are reporting that the Baltimore Ravens have requested to interview defensive coordinator Brian Flores for their vacated head coaching position. The Ravens, in a move that came […]