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Let's take a look at some recent developments in Minnesota sports, starting with the Vikings' star receiver.

Cedric Tomes and Nolen Anderson signed with the U. Also signing were Christian Wiggins (Iowa State), JoJo Mitchell (St. Thomas) and Jayden Moore (North Dakota).

"We were a little loose there for a bit," said defenseman Jared Spurgeon, but the team has gone 4-1-1 in their past six games.

As with any rookie quarterback, growing pains are expected. But for Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy, more consistency is needed if the team is to find its way back to the postseason.

P.J. Fleck and his staff hit the recruiting trail hard over the bye week and came away with seven commitments over the past 11 days.

Will Smith scored the tying goal in the third period for the Sharks, and Collin Graf got the winner in the extra period.

Grace Grocholski had 19 points to lead a balanced attack as the U beat a team picked to finish second in the Big East.

Sizemore, a three-time All-Star as a player, will join the Twins as their outfield and baserunning coach.

Williams went through growing pains as a rookie, while McCarthy missed the entire Vikings season. And it shows in 2025.

Join Randy Shaver as he dives into football state semifinals on the final Friday night live show of the season. And, spoiler alert: The Strib Varsity All-Minnesota team will be revealed on the show. Watch it here Friday at 9:30 p.m.