Cody Lindenberg was one of six Gophers players invited to this year's NFL Scouting Combine. He will not be participating in the on-field testing or drills, but he's still proud to represent Minnesota in Indianapolis.

Here are 11 things to KARE about in Minnesota sports this week. Did you miss football? Well, you get a taste of sorts this week. The NFL Draft Combine takes place this week in Indianapolis. It’s a weeklong look at some of the top prospects available in April’s draft.

Offensive tackle Aireontae Ersery was one of six Gophers invited to this year's NFL Scouting Combine. Ranked 25th on Bruce Feldman's annual 'freaks list' before the 2024 college football season, Ersery had a lot of hype heading into the athletic test,

INDIANAPOLIS – Gophers cornerback Justin Walley ran the 10th-fastest time among the 39 defensive backs sprinting in the 40-yard dash at the NFL scouting combine, reaching 23 miles per hour over 4.4 seconds.

Though the Colts certainly hope the 22-year-old can prove himself worthy of the franchise title, his first two seasons in the NFL have left much to be desired. With that, general

Quarterback Sam Darnold is coming off his best year in the NFL for the Minnesota Vikings, completing 361-of-454 passes for 4,319 yards, 35 touchdowns, 12 interceptions and a 102.5 passer rating. However, without an extension in place, he's set to hit free agency and allowed to sign with a new team starting on March 12.

Take a look inside the Lucas Oil Stadium suite used as the formal interview room, where 45 prospects will talk with coach Kevin O’Connell, General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and others.

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Minnesota linebacker Cody Lindenberg shared insights from his meeting with the Lions and his mental preparation for gameday.

The University of Minnesota women's track & field team is back in action competing at the Big Ten Conference Indoor Championships this week.