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49ers at Vikings: What to know ahead of Week 7 matchup

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:57 GMT

Here are some things to know before the Vikings host the San Francisco 49ers on Monday:49ers at VikingsWhen: 7:15 p.m. MondayWhere: U.S. Bank StadiumTV: ABC or ESPNRadio: KFANLine: 49ers – 6.5Over/Under: 44Keys for the Vikings— There should be an emphasis on trying to establish the run despite the fact the Vikings might be overmatched up front. If they don’t do that, the 49ers will be able to dial up their pass rush with regularity, which, in turn, could make life miserable for quarterback Kirk Cousins.— The best way for the Vikings to stymie a dynamic offense on the other end starts with pressuring young 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy. He showed last week that he’s capable of having a bad game as he lost for the first time as a starter. Maybe he’s turning back into a pumpkin. There’s no doubt that Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores will be bringing the blitz.Keys for the 49ers— If the 49ers find a way to impose their will up front, they will be in prime position to win this ...

Vikings star T.J. Hockenson is a product of Tight End U. How did the Hawkeyes develop that reputation?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:57 GMT

T.J. Hockenson was always going to wait for that scholarship offer from Iowa. Even after rival Iowa State made the first move.After growing up watching Dallas Clark star at tight end for the Hawkeyes in the early 2000s, Hockenson went on to play the same position a couple of hours away at Chariton High School.That made his college decision fairly simple.“I knew at a young age that was where I wanted to go,” Hockenson said. “Even though I wasn’t a big recruit, I think if I was, I still would’ve gone to Iowa.”Why wouldn’t he? There isn’t a better place for a tight end with hopes of making it to the NFL. The legacy started with Clark, who went on to play for the Indianapolis Colts, then continued with the likes of Scott Chandler, Brandon Myers and Tony Moeaki, all of whom were drafted after playing for the Hawkeyes.It has reached the pinnacle over the past decade or so with Iowa churning out a top prospect at tight end seemingly every yea...

Injuries expose Wild’s salary cap issues early

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:57 GMT

Anyone who follows the Minnesota Wild knew the team would be hamstrung by a lack of salary cap space this season. Most, however, probably didn’t see it happening so soon.Starting last offseason, general manager Bill Guerin and the Wild started really paying for their decision to buy out the contracts of Zach Parise and Ryan Suter after the 2020-21 season — charged $14.7 million of dead space on this year’s $83.5 million salary cap.As a result, the Wild started the season with little room for trouble, and they’ve been handed plenty early with injuries to their best defenseman, Jared Spurgeon, second-leading goal scorer Matt Boldy and veteran blue liner Alex Goligoski.And while it’s being handled fairly well — the Wild are 2-2-1 headed into Tuesday night’s game against Edmonton at Xcel Energy Center — there is little question those buyouts are being felt.“It’s part of the game,” general manager Bill Guerin said Sunday. “And for a team in our situation, yeah, It can make it very diffic...

One hospitalized, one in custody after Sunday afternoon shooting in Aurora

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:57 GMT

Aurora officers detained a 19-year-old for questioning after a Sunday afternoon shooting hospitalized a man.Officers responded to reports of a shooting on the 24600 block of East Applewood Drive around 12:45 p.m. on Sunday, the Aurora Police Department said in a statement on X, the social media platform previously known as Twitter.Paramedics transported the adult, male victim to the hospital, and Aurora officers took the 19-year-old “person of interest” into custody for questioning.#APDAlert: Officers are investigating a shooting in the 24600 block of East Applewood Drive. One man has been taken to the hospital with serious injuries. A 19-year-old person of interest has been detained for questioning.The 19-year-old and the victim are known to each other.… pic.twitter.com/kDeaSQltlu— Aurora Police Dept (@AuroraPD) October 22, 2023According to the police department’s statement, the 19-year-old and the victim knew each other and there is no immediate threat to t...

Broncos 3, Packers 0: Wil Lutz with the 32-yard field goal for Denver

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:57 GMT

Can the Broncos snap their cold streak to win their second game of the season? Stick here for live updates and analysis as Denver takes on the Packers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver.Live updatesSecond-quarter updatesInjury (3:01 p.m.): Packers defensive end Devonte Wyatt is down on the field after that last play. It’ll be third-and-7 for the Broncos at the Green Bay 10 when action starts back up. — Joe NguyenMore Sutton (3 p.m.): Russell Wilson connects with Courtland Sutton for an 11-yard catch. Four catches for 52 yards for the Broncos receiver. — Joe NguyenFirst-quarter analysis — Broncos 3, Packers 0Parker Gabriel, beat writer: The Broncos have a good rushing attack. If Sean Payton sticks with it this afternoon, his team’s in business. But as we’ve seen through six games, that goes as an if.Ryan McFadden, beat writer: Denver’s running backs were active in the first quarter. Javonte Williams averaged close to seven yards on four carries while Sama...

Police: Illegal fireworks set off in Orange County caused fires, damaged vehicles 

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:57 GMT

Residents of a Santa Ana neighborhood were awakened to the sound of loud explosions and an illegal fireworks display on Saturday night. According to officials with the Santa Ana Police Department, fireworks were set off in the middle of the street in the 100 block of Central Avenue around 10:30 p.m.  When officers responded to the area, the crowd surrounding the fireworks quickly dispersed. No arrests had been made as of early Sunday afternoon.Onlookers watch as illegal fireworks are set off in Santa Ana, CA on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2023. A person is seen near illegal fireworks in Santa Ana, CA on Oct. 21, 2023. (Ana Alcantara)Illegal fireworks were set off in Santa Ana, CA on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2023. (Ana Alcantara)Illegal fireworks were set off in Santa Ana, CA on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2023. A package containing explosives was also found in the street, and the Orange County Sheriff’s Department Bomb Squad was called in, authorities said. By the time Orange County Fire Authorit...

Inmate found dead in his cell at Redwood City jail

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:57 GMT

Redwood City — An inmate of the Maguire Correctional Facility was found dead after a suspected suicide on Saturday night, though investigations into the cause of death are still underway.The individual was housed in the facility’s behavioral health unit, which provides support and services for those suffering from mental illness issues.At approximately 9:18 p.m. Saturday, correctional officers found the 34-year-old unresponsive in his cell during a regular hourly check-in, according to a statement from the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office. The man was immediately given life-saving support, the statement said, until medical staff arrived. Soon after, he was pronounced dead by the Redwood City Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services.San Mateo County’s sheriff’s office, District Attorney’s Office and coroner’s office are each investigating the man’s death. Officials will release his identity once it is confirmed and his next of kin are ...

Light showers in the Bay Area signal start to rainy season

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:57 GMT

The first rainy weather that most Bay Area residents have seen in months marked yet another sign that autumn is in full swing, beyond the cluttered leaves on sidewalks and distinctly darker evening hours.By noon, the scattered morning showers had delivered just five-hundredths of an inch to Oakland, twelve-hundredths of an inch to San Francisco, a tenth of an inch to Concord and little to none in San Jose, according to National Weather Service officials.A moderate chance of thunderstorms up north in Butte, Mendocino and Shasta counties persisted into Sunday afternoon, but there’s nothing close to that on the Bay Area’s forecast.“We’re expecting the rain to basically taper off as the evening progresses, and by tomorrow morning it should be relatively past us,” said Dial Hoang, an NWS meteorologist in the Bay Area, who added that more precipitation might come down the Peninsula before next weekend.The light dose of rain served as a reminder of the colder months...

Armed robbery reported in Walnut Creek after prearranged sale goes wrong: police

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:57 GMT

(KRON) -- An armed robbery was reported in Walnut Creek after a prearranged transaction went wrong Saturday afternoon, the Walnut Creek Police Department said in a Facebook post. Around 3 p.m., two individuals met up for a sale on the 2900 block of N. Main Street. VIDEO: Mob vandalizes 7-Eleven in Sacramento County, suspects wanted Then things went south. The victim was selling an undisclosed kind of property and made arrangements to meet the buyer at that location, according to police. However, the buyer then brandished a gun, stole the property and fled northbound on N. Main Street in a maroon sedan. The suspect was described as a Hispanic man in his 20s, according to WCPD. He is about 6 feet tall and was wearing a dark shirt and blue jeans. KRON4 has reported a couple more crimes that happened in Walnut Creek in the last few days. Victims were robbed at gunpoint downtown after leaving dinner, and four people were arrested in connection to a theft at the Lululemon store at Broad...

MATCHDAY: Unbeaten Tottenham plays Fulham in a London derby. Valencia hosts Cadiz in Spanish league

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:57 GMT

A look at what’s happening in European soccer on Monday:ENGLANDTottenham looks to maintain its unbeaten start to the Premier League and return to the top of the standings by beating Fulham in a London derby that wraps up the ninth round of fixtures. Spurs have won six of their first eight games, drawing the other two. They are a point behind Manchester City and Arsenal, who played their games on Saturday. Fulham is in 13th place on 11 points. Yves Bissouma is suspended for host Tottenham so that should see fellow central midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg earn a first Premier League start this season.SPAINValencia hosts Cadiz with both teams looking to end winless streaks in the Spanish league. Valencia hasn’t won in four straight matches, with two losses in three games. It hasn’t gone five consecutive league games without a victory since coach Rubén Baraja took over in February. Valencia entered the weekend’s round in ninth place. Cadiz is winless in five straight games, with t...