Stay Curious. Stay Connected.
MailNewsletters♡Donate Now
Sign up
*Password must be at least 8 characters and contain one uppercase letter, one lowercase letter, one number and one symbol.
Already have an account?
By submitting, you consent that you are at least 18 years of age and to receive information about MPR's or APMG entities' programs and offerings. The personally identifying information you provide will not be sold, shared, or used for purposes other than to communicate with you about MPR, APMG entities, and its sponsors. You may opt-out at any time clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email communication. View our Privacy Policy.
Sign in to your profile
Forgot Password?
New to MPR News?
Welcome back
to news
for you
Reset Password

Enter the username on file and we'll send you a code to reset your password.

Still require assistance or not sure what your User Name is?
Welcome back
to news
for you
Email Verification

A verification code has been emailed to

Still awaiting the code?
Stadium Watch Blog
Tim Nelson

TCF Bank field redo ready for Vikings

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Log inCreate a free Account

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
viking2610

Mortenson Construction has finished the redo of the field at the University of Minnesota's TCF Bank Stadium.

Above is a mock-up released by the Vikings of what it'll look like when NFL teams take the field starting in August. According to the Vikings:

While the “MINNESOTA” block letter script will be gold and maroon for Gophers games, the letters will be purple and white on Sundays. The Norseman will also be painted at midfield for each game, giving the field the Vikings look and feel that fans want.

Team officials are also branding the upcoming home seasons a "back to the elements experience."

The Vikings and the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority paid about $6.6 million to upgrade the Gopher's home stadium for NFL play. The Vikings are expected to pay about $5 million annually in game-day expenses, as well as another $3 million annually in rent.

The team also agreed to contribute another $125,000 in cash and in-kind contributions to help ease the impact on surrounding businesses and residents.

Here's what The Bank looks like today:

#