Ben Goessling
Sports reporter
VikingsAfter graduating from Apple Valley High School, Goessling majored in accounting and journalism at the University of Minnesota. He lives in Minneapolis with his wife and two daughters. He coaches high school track and field and cross country, plays electric guitar and enjoys volunteering at Hope Academy in the Phillips neighborhood.
Latest from Ben Goessling
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Vikings' Van Ginkel brings 'pure joy' to his Iowa hometown
New Vikings linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel is closer to his Rock Valley, Iowa home than he's ever been in his NFL career. And when flooding devastated the town this summer, he went to work to rebuild it.
September 28, 2024
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In reinvented Vikings-Packers rivalry, health may be key factor
Will Green Bay QB Jordan Love play? How will Aaron Jones fare against his former team? Will the Justin Jefferson-Jaire Alexander rivalry sizzle or fizzle? Read Ben Goessling's prediction.
September 28, 2024
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September 28, 2024
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Ben Goessling’s big question: Can the Vikings defense sustain this success?
Every week, Minnesota Star Tribune reporter Ben Goessling will answer a big question facing the Vikings, who are 3-0 and have one of the top defenses in the NFL. How long can Brian Flores stay a step ahead of NFL offenses?
September 25, 2024
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Vikings rout Texans, making deafening statement about their potential
The Vikings are 3-0 with a defense producing mayhem and a journeyman quarterback Sam Darnold producing touchdown after touchdown.
September 23, 2024
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Recap: How the Vikings rolled over Texans 34-7
Four Sam Darnold touchdown passes and a dominant defensive performance led the Vikings to victory Sunday over the Houston Texans at U.S. Bank Stadium.
September 22, 2024
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Reunions aplenty for Vikings vs. Texans as familiar faces meet at U.S. Bank Stadium
In one of only two NFL games between 2-0 teams, the Vikings welcome back Danielle Hunter and Stefon Diggs with a defense full of former Texans.
September 22, 2024
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Addison, Pace, Turner will miss Vikings game vs. Texans
Receiver Jordan Addison, linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. and rookie edge rusher Dallas Turner are out for Sunday's Vikings game against the Texans, but Justin Jefferson is all set to play.
September 21, 2024
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Vikings rout Texans, making deafening statement about their potential
The Vikings are 3-0 with a defense producing mayhem and a journeyman quarterback Sam Darnold producing touchdown after touchdown.
September 23, 2024
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Recap: How the Vikings rolled over Texans 34-7
Four Sam Darnold touchdown passes and a dominant defensive performance led the Vikings to victory Sunday over the Houston Texans at U.S. Bank Stadium.
September 22, 2024
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Reunions aplenty for Vikings vs. Texans as familiar faces meet at U.S. Bank Stadium
In one of only two NFL games between 2-0 teams, the Vikings welcome back Danielle Hunter and Stefon Diggs with a defense full of former Texans.
September 22, 2024
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Addison, Pace, Turner will miss Vikings game vs. Texans
Receiver Jordan Addison, linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. and rookie edge rusher Dallas Turner are out for Sunday's Vikings game against the Texans, but Justin Jefferson is all set to play.
September 21, 2024