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On final play, Lions beat Vikings 34-28

On final play, Lions beat Vikings 34-28

Backup quarterback Joe Webb fumbled deep in Lions territory in the final seconds, and Detroit escaped with a 34-28 win over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday.

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Sources: MVP Braun has positive drug test, appealing

National League MVP Ryan Braun has tested positive for a banned substance and is appealing to avoid a 50-game suspension, according to people familiar with the case. ESPN cited two sources Saturday in first reporting the result, saying the Milwaukee Brewers slugger tested positive for elevated levels of testosterone.

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Funding ideas to take center stage at Vikings stadium hearing

A pair of Minnesota Senate committees is holding the second of two public hearings to talk about a potential new Minnesota Vikings stadium. Last week's meeting focused on where it might be built. Today, lawmakers will hear about ways to pay for it.
by Cathy Wurzer and Tim Nelson

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The life and death of an NHL enforcer

The life and death of an NHL enforcer

Former Minnesota Wild player Derek Boogaard was a feared figure on the ice because of his fighting ability. But it was the constant fighting that ultimately led him to the addiction that would take his life at the age of 28. Midmorning speaks with New York Times reporter John Branch about his series on Boogaard.

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Vikings could sell seat licenses to fund new stadium

Vikings could sell seat licenses to fund new stadium

If a deal is sealed to build a new Minnesota Vikings stadium, fans may find they're shouldering a big part of the financing burden -- and not through taxes or state funding. The Vikings could employ seat licenses to raise money, where fans would buy their seat from the team and pay for game tickets separately, much like condo owners pay separate association dues.
by Tim Nelson

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Tebow, Broncos do it again, beat Vikings 35-32

Tebow, Broncos do it again, beat Vikings 35-32

Tim Tebow led yet another late rally, passing for a season-best 202 yards and two third-quarter touchdowns to help the Denver Broncos win their fifth straight game with a 35-32 victory over the Minnesota Vikings.

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Be an NFL owner: Packers to sell stock for $250

Be an NFL owner: Packers to sell stock for $250

Newly purchased shares can be given as gifts. However, once ownership is established, a share can only be transferred within the immediate family.

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