Carson Wentz has accumulated scars and skeptics on his NFL journey over the last six years. There have been plenty of doubts about his ability to lead a team at this point of his career. That makes him a perfect fit in Vikings QB lore. www.nytimes.com/athletic/665...

Why Cheryl Reeve is a better coach than I am, reason 1,573: She pulls Alanna Smith with 4:17 to go for Kliundikova. I thought "pulling the DPOY in a tight game?" And MK gets a crucial o-rebound to create an open 3 for McBride.

52 of Phoenix's 59 points are in the paint. That's unreal

Sources: Isaiah Rodgers has been named NFC defensive player of the week.

Not sure what Okudah is supposed to do there?

Pick Six!

Welcome to Minnesota, Isaiah Rodgers

Can't recommend this ep enough, Wolves fam. Dane & @jonkrawczynski.bsky.social are firing on all cylinders youtu.be/sCzvGGhLc8w?...

Happened on a place called Heartbreakers in Chaska after a soccer tournament today. Some of the best wings I’ve had in a long time. Did not see that coming!

Announcement: Join me at HeadFlyer Brewing on Saturday, Sept. 27 for a live recording of the Jon Krawczynski Show. Special guest: Dane Moore. A Wolves Fest just before training camp opens. Many more details to folo, but mark your calendars for that afternoon/evening.

Carson Wentz vs. Jake Browning. Just as everyone drew up.

Brutal loss for the Vikings. KOC doesn't seem to have a good feel for this offense yet. Lots of injuries. Young QB. A lot to work through right now.

Jordan Mason has to get some more touches.

Heyyy Dallas Turner.

Thunderous ovation for Adam Thielen as he's introduced in his homecoming.

www.nytimes.com/athletic/661... Revisiting the Rudy Gobert trade: the price paid, the success earned and a final verdict

Timberwolves have announced several promotions and additions to the staff. Among them: Joe Connelly has been named VP of Player Personnel, Chris Hines has been elevated to assistant coach after being dir. of player development and Jeff Newton takes over for Hines as director of player development.

Kevin O'Connell could have opted for another QB to take the reins after a 14-win season. He chose to stick with J.J. McCarthy — who rewarded his faith with a dazzling fourth quarter Monday night. http://dlvr.it/TMzP9d

This what everyone told you about JJ McCarthy. Never gives in. A winner. Gets everyone to buy in. That's what we've seen tonight.

Oh man, JJ has to catch that.

Vikings defense has been more than fine. Let's see if McCarthy can build on last drive.

Interior of the Vikings offensive line isn't getting the push or protection that was expected after making the changes they did.

Heyyy there's last year's Caleb Williams.

Really like going to Jordan Mason here. The offense has been on its heels. Mason is putting his foot in the ground and taking the fight to the Bears.

The t-shirt hanging out for Caleb Williams is an interesting look.

Timberwolves announce single-game tickets are going on sale on Sept. 12.

Wolves fans have embraced Naz Reid from the moment he arrived. He's going to need you even more right now. Reid's sister, Toraya, was shot and killed in New Jersey yesterday. Just devastating news.

Almost 6000 participants is a massive sample. I didn't appreciate the shot at St. Thomas, though 😅

Carmelo Anthony goes into the HOF tomorrow - a thoroughly well-earned honor based on body of work (college/NBA/Oly). So many what-ifs along the way, including his missed opp to team up w/his buddy LeBron in their primes. Reposting one of my favorite pieces, on their friendship/rivalry, from 2016:

10 burning questions on the upcoming Wolves season. Camp is just around the corner. www.nytimes.com/athletic/659...

The gap between Jefferson and Chase at the top of the WR food chain and Lamb is pretty, pretty, pretty wide.

Introduced Anthony Edwards to a different audience in the September issue of Cultured Magazine. www.culturedmag.com/article/2025...

Announcement: Join me at HeadFlyer Brewing on Saturday, Sept. 27 for a live recording of the Jon Krawczynski Show. Special guest: Dane Moore. A Wolves Fest just before training camp opens. Many more details to folo, but mark your calendars for that afternoon/evening.

Allow me to get you hyped up about Walker Jenkins, the best Twins prospect since Byron Buxton and a rare 20-year-old to reach Triple-A: www.nytimes.com/athletic/657...

Tim Connelly's contract status was quietly solidified earlier this summer when he opted into the final two years of his deal. He had chances to go elsewhere, but he is staying in Minnesota. www.nytimes.com/athletic/658...

Lot of speculation about Tim Connelly’s contract status. He did not opt out this summer. Now under contract for the remaining two years of his original five-year deal.

Matthew Caldwell is leaving the 2-time defending champion Florida Panthers to become the new CEO of the Timberwolves and Lynx. Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez lured him with a staggering 10-year deal www.nytimes.com/athletic/657...

Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez have made their 1st big hire since taking over as owners of Wolves/Lynx. They are naming Florida Panthers Pres/CEO Matthew Caldwell as the team's new CEO. Most notably, Caldwell is getting a 10-year contract to run business operations in Minnesota.

A little crispness in the air this morning. Love it

Hanging out at the Fair today at the KFAN booth with @aleclewis.bsky.social from 10-11. Stop by and say hello

With Anthony Edwards leading the way and back-to-back WCFs on the resume, the Minnesota Timberwolves have become must-see TV. A look at their schedule: www.nytimes.com/athletic/655...

Beringer is on the big club with an NBA contract.

A look at the Wolves roster as it stands, including the plan for guard depth behind Mike Conley and Rob Dillingham www.nytimes.com/athletic/653...

Wolves schedule is dripping out bit by bit. Here's their Cup dates: 11/7: vs UTA at 7 p.m. 11/14: vs SAC at 7 p.m. 11/21: @ PHX at 8 p.m. 11/26: @ OKC at 6:30 p.m.

Wolves in Denver for Christmas. Like the matchup, but the game should be in Minnesota.

Wins and losses have ceased meaning much, but there are still important Twins storylines worth watching after their trade deadline fire sale: - The new left side - Bullpen tryouts - First impressions - Injury comebacks - Lottery tickets - The Pohlads www.nytimes.com/athletic/653...

Timberwolves preseason schedule is set

Understandable interest in Donte DiVincenzo's announcement that he will not play for Italy at Euros. Told that he is just taking precautions with an important season coming up. No concern about readiness for camp.

Terrence Shannon Jr. probably didn't need to play in Summer League. But he played like he needed to. That and other thoughts from Vegas. www.nytimes.com/athletic/650...

Tristen Newton hitting some shots from outside. Meanwhile, Joan Beringer is a +20