Emily Leiker
Sports Reporter
Emily Leiker covers the Vikings for the Minnesota Star Tribune. She was previously the Syracuse football beat writer for Syracuse.com & The Post-Standard, covering everything from bowl games to coaching changes and even a player-filed lawsuit against SU. Emily graduated from Mizzou in 2022 is originally from Washington state.
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Vikings
Vikings' Pace questionable to return Sunday vs. Packers
Vikings linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. was back at practice this week after a four-week stint on injured reserve, but is questionable for Sunday against Green Bay, which will be without top defenders Quay Walker and Jaire Alexander.
December 27, 2024
Vikings
Vikings’ vibe man stays animated whether celebrating success or mourning lost opportunity
Josh Metellus' focus Sunday was an interception that didn’t get made by Blake Cashman, and he didn’t drop the matter when they got to the locker room.
December 23, 2024
Vikings
Smith's fill-in stands out, nabbing game-winning interception for Vikings
Theo Jackson produced a big moment, and Minnesota added a second pick from an unexpected place. Rookie linebacker Dallas Turner intercepted Seattle’s Geno Smith, too.
December 23, 2024
Vikings
Vikings will be without veteran safety Smith against the Seahawks
Vikings safety Harrison Smith, who's in his 13th NFL season, entered Sunday questionable because of a foot injury. He has not missed a game since the 2022 season.
December 22, 2024
Vikings
Inside the Vikings' offseason bonding barbecue that’s paying dividends in December
The tight ends took home the crown in a grilling competition thanks to Johnny Mundt’s ribeye. Other rewards from the event — football victories — are still mounting.
December 20, 2024
Vikings
Seattle QB Geno Smith, Vikings CB Stephon Gilmore have promising practices
Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith was a full participant in practice Wednesday after being injured in Sunday's game vs. Green Bay, while Vikings cornerback Stephon Gilmore was also a full participant for the first time since his Dec. 1 hamstring injury.
December 19, 2024
Vikings
In game with few explosive plays, Vikings' Jones went to work
With the Bears defense focused on the Vikings receiving corps, running back Aaron Jones totaled over 100 all-purpose yards and scored his 50th career rushing touchdown.
December 17, 2024
Vikings
Three keys to the Vikings' 30-12 win over the Bears
Vikings running back Aaron Jones carried the offense, Justin Jefferson paid tribute to Randy Moss, and the Bears paid for undisciplined play.
December 17, 2024
Vikings
Inside the Vikings' offseason bonding barbecue that’s paying dividends in December
The tight ends took home the crown in a grilling competition thanks to Johnny Mundt’s ribeye. Other rewards from the event — football victories — are still mounting.
December 20, 2024
Vikings
Seattle QB Geno Smith, Vikings CB Stephon Gilmore have promising practices
Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith was a full participant in practice Wednesday after being injured in Sunday's game vs. Green Bay, while Vikings cornerback Stephon Gilmore was also a full participant for the first time since his Dec. 1 hamstring injury.
December 19, 2024
Vikings
In game with few explosive plays, Vikings' Jones went to work
With the Bears defense focused on the Vikings receiving corps, running back Aaron Jones totaled over 100 all-purpose yards and scored his 50th career rushing touchdown.
December 17, 2024
Vikings
Three keys to the Vikings' 30-12 win over the Bears
Vikings running back Aaron Jones carried the offense, Justin Jefferson paid tribute to Randy Moss, and the Bears paid for undisciplined play.
December 17, 2024