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Bell’s death comes after scary concussion background

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Hayden Goethe

Last week was a tough one for Chicago Bears fans, or NFL fans in general, with two Bears former players passing away far too young. And sadly, both had their problems with concussions. The suicide of former defensive back Dave Duerson … Continue reading →

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The Jay Cutler rules

Posted on January 25, 2011 by Hayden Goethe

I’ve opted to do what so many in the media didn’t on Sunday, and that’s wait a day or two and gather information before saying or writing anything about the Jay Cutler injury. I realize with Twitter and Facebook, many … Continue reading →

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Want to get your picture taken with a cooked bear?

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Hayden Goethe

The Bears-Packers rivalry might have gone too far. Or maybe it hasn’t gone far enough. A St. Paul bar owner is going to roast a bear to show his support for the Green Bay Packers in today’s NFC championship game … Continue reading →

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Defense – not offense – rules the day in NFL

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Hayden Goethe

For all of the talk about the NFL being all too kind to offenses, a quick glance at the remaining playoffs teams reveals the contrary. All four teams left in the NFL postseason are ranked in the top six in scoring defense. … Continue reading →

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Photos and more from Bears-Vikings at TCF Bank Stadium

Posted on December 22, 2010 by Hayden Goethe

Outdoor football was everything I thought it would be, and I have the pictures to prove it. As I mentioned Tuesday morning on this blog, I had a great time at the Chicago Bears-Minnesota Vikings game on Monday night, which … Continue reading →

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TCF proves to be a big hit for fans

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Hayden Goethe

In the end, it’s safe to say Monday’s game between the Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears went off mostly without a hitch. Yeah, there was a fan that ran onto the field and had to be restrained by security. And … Continue reading →

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Good news: Vikings confident everyone with tickets can attend Monday’s game

Posted on December 18, 2010 by Hayden Goethe

There are some encouraging quotes from Minnesota Vikings Chief Marketing Officer Steve LaCroix on the team’s website regarding Monday night’s game against the Chicago Bears, which had to be moved to TCF Bank Stadium after the Metrodome’s roof caved in … Continue reading →

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In face of stadium dilemma, greed rises from ice-covered stadium

Posted on December 17, 2010 by Hayden Goethe

I was completely shocked upon hearing that the Minnesota Vikings are going with a first-come, first-serve scenario when it comes to Monday’s game against the Chicago Bears. In the Minneapolis Star Tribune story, some season tickets holders are threatening to … Continue reading →

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Football outside? You know you love it!

Posted on December 15, 2010 by Hayden Goethe

I have to admit that it just seems right that the Minnesota Vikings will honor their 50th anniversary team with a setting more like the one most of the players in franchise history played in. Of course, that’s ignoring the fact … Continue reading →

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A memorable anniversary, plus NFL picks

Posted on December 4, 2010 by Hayden Goethe

It was a whole 25 years ago that an NFL team got together, made a memorable music video, and then went on to win the Super Bowl. I’m speaking of the 1985 Chicago Bears. It was 25 years ago yesterday … Continue reading →

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