First & North: NFL Draft preview for NFC North
This week on First & North, it's NFL Draft week for the Minnesota Vikings, Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers. FOX 9's Pierre Noujaim joins the show to explain the Vikings being linked to Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman with the No. 18 overall pick, and is Kevin O'Connell on the hot seat entering his fifth season in Minnesota?
This week on First & North, it's NFL Draft week for the Minnesota Vikings, Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers. FOX 9's Pierre Noujaim joins the show to explain the Vikings being linked to Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman with the No. 18 overall pick, and is Kevin O'Connell on the hot seat entering his fifth season in Minnesota?
10,000 Takes: April 22, 2026
10,000 Takes on April 22, 2026.
10,000 Takes on April 22, 2026.
Vikings in the NFL Draft: How to watch FOX 9 coverage
The NFL Draft starts Thursday night, and the FOX 9 sports team will have every angle covered from the Minnesota Vikings' draft party at U.S. Bank Stadium.
The NFL Draft starts Thursday night, and the FOX 9 sports team will have every angle covered from the Minnesota Vikings' draft party at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Jonathan Greenard, Harrison Smith among Vikings not at voluntary workouts
Jonathan Greenard and Harrison Smith were among veterans not at the start of the Vikings' offseason workout program on Monday. The workouts are optional. Greenard has been mentioned in trade speculation, and Smith may retire.
Jonathan Greenard and Harrison Smith were among veterans not at the start of the Vikings' offseason workout program on Monday. The workouts are optional. Greenard has been mentioned in trade speculation, and Smith may retire.
Justin Jefferson excited to watch Vikings QB situation play out
Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson is back at TCO Performance Center this week for the team's offseason workout program. He said Monday he's excited to watch the competition play out between Kyler Murray, and J.J. McCarthy.
Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson is back at TCO Performance Center this week for the team's offseason workout program. He said Monday he's excited to watch the competition play out between Kyler Murray, and J.J. McCarthy.
Vikings' Rob Brzezinski: The NFL Draft is 'the lifeblood of what we do'
Minnesota Vikings acting General Manager and Executive Vice President of Football Operations Rob Brzezinski spoke with reporters on Monday ahead of the NFL Draft. The Vikings have the No. 18 overall pick in Thursday's first round, nine picks overall and four selections in the top-100.
Minnesota Vikings acting General Manager and Executive Vice President of Football Operations Rob Brzezinski spoke with reporters on Monday ahead of the NFL Draft. The Vikings have the No. 18 overall pick in Thursday's first round, nine picks overall and four selections in the top-100.
Will Harrison Smith return to Vikings? Kevin O'Connell weighs in
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell met with reporters on Monday at TCO Performance Center as the team begins its offseason workout program. O'Connell gave updates on Kyler Murray, Harrison Smith, Jonathan Greenard and Jordan Addison, and talked about the importance of the team's nine-week voluntary session ahead of training camp.
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell met with reporters on Monday at TCO Performance Center as the team begins its offseason workout program. O'Connell gave updates on Kyler Murray, Harrison Smith, Jonathan Greenard and Jordan Addison, and talked about the importance of the team's nine-week voluntary session ahead of training camp.
Justin Jefferson excited to watch Vikings' QB competition unfold
The Minnesota Vikings started their offseason workout program on Monday at TCO Performance Center in Eagan. Star receiver Justin Jefferson spoke with reporters about working out with J.J. McCarthy in the offseason, the addition of Kyler Murray and watching that competition unfold throughout training camp.
The Minnesota Vikings started their offseason workout program on Monday at TCO Performance Center in Eagan. Star receiver Justin Jefferson spoke with reporters about working out with J.J. McCarthy in the offseason, the addition of Kyler Murray and watching that competition unfold throughout training camp.
Vikings start offseason workouts Monday & NFL Draft week: What to expect
The Minnesota Vikings start their offseason workout program on Monday, which means coaches, staff and players will be back at TCO Performance Center. It's also NFL Draft week.
The Minnesota Vikings start their offseason workout program on Monday, which means coaches, staff and players will be back at TCO Performance Center. It's also NFL Draft week.
10,000 takes: April 16, 2026
This week on 10,000 takes, Eric Nelson and Wally Langfellow talk all things Minnesota sports. The Twins continue to stay hot, the Wild and Timberwolves start their postseason. Ryan Harris joins the show to talk about Wild facing the Dallas Stars in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
This week on 10,000 takes, Eric Nelson and Wally Langfellow talk all things Minnesota sports. The Twins continue to stay hot, the Wild and Timberwolves start their postseason. Ryan Harris joins the show to talk about Wild facing the Dallas Stars in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
1st & North: NFC North preview of NFL Draft
This week on 1st & North, sports anchors from Minneapolis (Ahmad Hicks), Chicago (Tina Nguyen), Detroit (Dan Miller) and Milwaukee (Tim Van Vooren) talk about next week's NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, and what our NFC North teams will do with their draft picks. What will the Vikings do at No. 18? FOX 9's Ahmad Hicks weighs in.
This week on 1st & North, sports anchors from Minneapolis (Ahmad Hicks), Chicago (Tina Nguyen), Detroit (Dan Miller) and Milwaukee (Tim Van Vooren) talk about next week's NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, and what our NFC North teams will do with their draft picks. What will the Vikings do at No. 18? FOX 9's Ahmad Hicks weighs in.
10,000 Takes: April 8, 2026
10,000 Takes on April 8, 2026.
10,000 Takes on April 8, 2026.
H&H Podcast: Tiger Woods, latest on Lynx and the Twins
The latest episode of H&H: The Henry and Hicks Show brings a loaded lineup of storylines, bold takes, and a little bit of “I told you so.” Tiger Woods is back in the headlines, and Ahmad Hicks and Henry Lake dive into the latest scandal surrounding the golf legend—while asking the bigger question: will we ever see Woods win another Masters again? Switching gears to hoops, the Minnesota Lynx are on the clock. With the WNBA announcing key upcoming dates, the guys break down draft strategy and debate who could be the right fit to help elevate the franchise moving forward. On the baseball front, the Minnesota Twins sit at .500—maybe surprising to some—but the real eye-opener has been Taj Bradley. After starting 2-0 through his first three outings, Lake isn’t surprised at all. In fact, he’s doubling down, reminding everyone he called this months ago—and now it’s time for the rest of the league to catch up. From golf greatness to draft decisions and early MLB storylines, this episode covers it all with strong opinions and even stronger receipts.
The latest episode of H&H: The Henry and Hicks Show brings a loaded lineup of storylines, bold takes, and a little bit of “I told you so.” Tiger Woods is back in the headlines, and Ahmad Hicks and Henry Lake dive into the latest scandal surrounding the golf legend—while asking the bigger question: will we ever see Woods win another Masters again? Switching gears to hoops, the Minnesota Lynx are on the clock. With the WNBA announcing key upcoming dates, the guys break down draft strategy and debate who could be the right fit to help elevate the franchise moving forward. On the baseball front, the Minnesota Twins sit at .500—maybe surprising to some—but the real eye-opener has been Taj Bradley. After starting 2-0 through his first three outings, Lake isn’t surprised at all. In fact, he’s doubling down, reminding everyone he called this months ago—and now it’s time for the rest of the league to catch up. From golf greatness to draft decisions and early MLB storylines, this episode covers it all with strong opinions and even stronger receipts.
Khalid El-Amin joins H&H Podcast to talk UConn, Gophers and Vikings
This week on the H&H Podcast, Ahmad Hicks and Henry Lake sit down with former Minneapolis North and UConn basketball star Khalid El-Amin. The three talk about UConn upsetting Duke to get to the Final Four, European versus American basketball talent, the Gophers’ women’s basketball team getting to the Sweet 16, Jordan Addison getting a fifth year from the Vikings and Kyler Murray signing with Minnesota.
This week on the H&H Podcast, Ahmad Hicks and Henry Lake sit down with former Minneapolis North and UConn basketball star Khalid El-Amin. The three talk about UConn upsetting Duke to get to the Final Four, European versus American basketball talent, the Gophers’ women’s basketball team getting to the Sweet 16, Jordan Addison getting a fifth year from the Vikings and Kyler Murray signing with Minnesota.
Jonathan Greenard still with Vikings despite trade rumors
As the Minnesota Vikings offseason goes on, speculation continues to build around Jonathan Greenard’s future with the team, and if he has one.
As the Minnesota Vikings offseason goes on, speculation continues to build around Jonathan Greenard’s future with the team, and if he has one.
Vikings intend to pick up Jordan Addison’s 5th year option
Vikings Executive Vice President Rob Brzezinski told reporters at the NFL Owners' Meetings on Monday they intend to pick up the fifth-year option on receiver Jordan Addison.
Vikings Executive Vice President Rob Brzezinski told reporters at the NFL Owners' Meetings on Monday they intend to pick up the fifth-year option on receiver Jordan Addison.
Vikings mourn deaths of former players Joey Browner, Jeff Siemon
The Minnesota Vikings are mourning the deaths of former players Joey Browner and Jeff Siemon.
The Minnesota Vikings are mourning the deaths of former players Joey Browner and Jeff Siemon.
Twins 2026 season begins today in Baltimore
The Minesota Twins begin their 2026 season on the road in Baltimore to take on the Orioles. FOX 9’s Jim Rich joins All Day live from Oriole Park at Camden Yards to discuss the opening pitch and season ahead.
The Minesota Twins begin their 2026 season on the road in Baltimore to take on the Orioles. FOX 9’s Jim Rich joins All Day live from Oriole Park at Camden Yards to discuss the opening pitch and season ahead.
10,000 Takes: March 26, 2026
10,000 Takes on March 26, 2026.
10,000 Takes on March 26, 2026.
Vikings bid to host 2028 NFL draft
Minnesotans are excited that the Vikings bid to host the 2028 NFL draft. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the latest.
Minnesotans are excited that the Vikings bid to host the 2028 NFL draft. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the latest.



















