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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announces a pick during the first round of the NFL draft on April 28, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Gregory Payan)

NFL teams can now sell shares to private equity funds after letting other pro leagues lead. Why now?

August 28, 2024 at 7:18 a.m.

The NFL has finally relaxed a few of its strict rules around team ownership, formally approving the entry of private equity funds into the equation.

Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy calls a play against the Raiders in the third quarter of a preseason game at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Aug., 10 2024. (John Autey / Pioneer Press)

Minnesota Vikings rookie QB J.J. McCarthy will miss the entire season following knee surgery to repair torn meniscus

August 14, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.

J.J. McCarthy will miss the season for the Minnesota Vikings after undergoing surgery on his right knee, which the QB injured in his preseason debut last week.

Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison breaks a tackle by 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward during a 60-yard touchdown reception on Oct. 23, 2023, in Minneapolis. (Abbie Parr/AP)

Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison arrested in California on suspicion of DUI

July 15, 2024 at 1:18 p.m.

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison has found trouble behind the wheel right before training camp for the second straight year.

Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. drives against Michigan State guard Jaden Akins on Feb. 10, 2024, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP)

Terrence Shannon Jr., the Chicago native and former Illinois star, goes to Minnesota Timberwolves at No. 27 in NBA draft

June 27, 2024 at 12:30 p.m.

Terrence Shannon Jr., the former Illinois basketball star who recently was found not guilty on a rape charge, went to the Minnesota Timberwolves with the No. 27 pick in the...

FILE – Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson carries the ball against the Detroit Lions during the first half of an NFL football game Jan. 7, 2024, in Detroit. The Vikings have one major piece of roster management remaining on their agenda before the regular season: signing superstar Jefferson to a contract extension. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson, File)

Minnesota Vikings reach agreement with WR Justin Jefferson on 4-year extension to give him NFL’s richest non-QB contract

June 3, 2024 at 10:40 a.m.

The Minnesota Vikings and wide receiver Justin Jefferson agreed Monday to a four-year extension, reportedly the richest contract in the NFL for a non-quarterback.

Minnesota Vikings seek new a deal with star receiver Justin Jefferson, who has been absent so far from workouts

May 21, 2024 at 2:23 p.m.

The Minnesota Vikings have one major piece of roster management remaining on their agenda before the regular season: signing superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson to a contract extension.

Former Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy talks with former defensive back Charles Woodson during the NCAA college football team’s spring game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, April 20, 2024. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Minnesota Vikings trade up twice in NFL draft, taking QB J.J. McCarthy at No. 10 and edge Dallas Turner at No. 17

April 25, 2024 at 9:54 p.m.

The Minnesota Vikings took Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy with the No. 10 pick in the NFL draft Thursday night, moving up one spot in a trade with the New York...

FILE – North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye (10) plays during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Clemson, S.C. Maye is a possible first round pick in the NFL Draft. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman, File)

NFL draft: Minnesota Vikings have the 11th and 23rd picks — and a need for a QB. Can they get their guy?

April 23, 2024 at 6:00 a.m.

Minnesota’s NFL draft motive has been clear, actually, for two years. The Vikings are as poised as ever to take a quarterback in the first round.

Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (0) and head coach Brad Underwood talk during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Wisconsin in the championship of the Big Ten Conference tournament, Sunday, March 17, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Illinois wins Big Ten title behind Terrence Shannon Jr.’s 34 points — and then earns No. 3 seed in NCAA Tournament

March 17, 2024 at 8:12 p.m.

Terrence Shannon Jr. scored 34 points on 15-for-17 shooting from the free-throw line, helping 13th-ranked Illinois past Wisconsin 93-87 in Big Ten tournament championship game on Sunday.

Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (0) dribbles down the court during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Nebraska in the semifinal round of the Big Ten Conference tournament, Saturday, March 16, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Terrence Shannon Jr. scores Big Ten Tournament-record 40 points in Illinois’ semifinal win

March 16, 2024 at 7:52 p.m.

Terrence Shannon Jr. scored a career-high 40 points for a Big Ten Tournament record to lead a second-half surge by 13th-ranked Illinois in a 98-87 victory over Nebraska in the...

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