The Minnesota Republic

Playoff Football

Colby Lentz, Contributer • January 25, 2023

The playoffs. The playoffs for the national football league or the NFL is always a joy to watch. There are many storylines and some of the biggest names in sports. This year's biggest surprise is the breakthrough...

Ibrahim and the Gophers Run Over Northwestern

Will Schiffler, Editor • November 16, 2022

The University of Minnesota Gophers hosted Northwestern this past weekend with a record of 6-3 after winning their first four games. The Minnesota Gophers went without their sixth-year quarterback Tanner...

Vikings Win On the Road in Miami

Will Schiffler, Editor • October 19, 2022

Heading into week six of the regular season, the Minnesota Vikings held a record of 4-1 when they had to play on the road against the Miami Dolphins, who have won eight in a row at home dating back to...

GOP Candidate for governor Scott Jensen Prepares for Election

Jacob Gregor, President • October 19, 2022

Come election day on November 8, the narrow governor race will be decided between current governor Tim Walz and the GOP candidate Scott Jensen. Dr. Scott Jensen has been a member of the Minnesota State...

From Hometown Hero to Villain: The Latest Brett Favre Scandal

Jacob Gregor, President • October 5, 2022

The Green Bay villain turned Minnesota hero Brett Favre has been making headlines in the past week over an alleged scandal that he may have been a part of. Brett Favre made a career in the NFL, and is...

The Minnesota Vikings Are 3-1 After Their Trip to London

Will Schiffler, Editor • October 5, 2022

After a late-game comeback against the Detroit Lions, the Minnesota Vikings had a successful trip to Europe to compete against a depleted New Orleans Saints roster. The Saints went into the Sunday matchup...

The Minnesota Vikings No-Show in Philadelphia

Will Schiffler, Editor • September 21, 2022

After a big week one win against division rivals Green Bay Packers, the Vikings went on the road for Monday night football against the Philadelphia Eagles. The Kevin O’Connell offense looked like a different...

An Unpredictable 2022 NFL Draft Is Now In The Books

Josh Klopp, Editor • May 4, 2022

The 2022 NFL Draft began on April 28. This highly anticipated Thursday night kicked off the three day process where hundreds of college football players are selected to begin the next stage of their football...

Kevin O’Connell to be Vikings’ Next Head Coach After Rampant Rumors Said Otherwise

Josh Klopp, Contributor • February 18, 2022

On February 2, it was revealed that Kevin O’Connell will take over as the Minnesota Vikings’ head coach for the 2022 season. This came as a surprise with many rumors regarding a very famous and former...

Brian Flores sues the National Football League

Murphy Eggers • February 16, 2022

The NFL season officially overcomes with much off-season excitement as players and coaches leave for new teams. Whether the fans are excited or frustrated with their beloved teams deciding to part ways...

Vikings Coaching Staff Comes Together as Kevin O’Connell Hire Made Official

John Lane, Contributor • February 16, 2022

It is a new era in Minnesota. A new regime. The man who will be at the helm of it will step foot into TCO Performing Center for the first time as a head coach. Newly hired Minnesota Vikings head coach...

Vikings Hire New General Manager

Will Schiffler, Contributor • February 5, 2022

After back-to-back seasons, the Minnesota Vikings did not make the postseason with a roster capable of a Super Bowl run, and ownership of the Vikings fired Rick Spielman and Mike Zimmer. Long-time owners...