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CBS News
3 days ago
- CBS News
Drivers racing on Eagan highway were going 100+ mph before deadly crash, search warrant shows
Authorities allege three drivers were in a street race when one of them crashed in the southern Twin Cities metro, killing a teen and severely injuring another earlier this month. The crash happened at approximately 11:17 p.m. on June 14 at the intersection of Highway 149 and Highway 55 in Eagan, Minnesota. Court documents obtained by WCCO say the three vehicles involved in the race — a Jeep Compass, Honda Accord and Dodge Durango — had been traveling at speeds over 100 mph in a 45 mph zone when both the Jeep and Honda lost control. Authorities say the Honda came to a rest in the ditch, while the Jeep hit a light pole. The impact caused the Jeep to split in half. The Dodge stopped without crashing. A search warrant says the driver of a Jeep Compass had been going 100 mph before striking a light pole, splitting the vehicle in half in Eagan, Minnesota, on June 14, 2025. WCCO The Minnesota State Patrol says the driver of the Jeep, identified as 19-year-old Reed Schultz of Savage, died in the crash. An 18-year-old man from Edina, who had been a passenger, is in critical condition and is not expected to survive, according to court documents. When troopers arrived at the scene of the crash, court documents say the 20-year-old owner of the Honda had fled the scene. Authorities reached out to the White Bear Lake man, eventually finding him at St. John's Hospital. A search warrant says the man admitted to being involved in the crash, driving fast, going 90 mph, drinking alcohol and being a "dumb a**." No arrests have been made in connection with the crash.
New York Times
5 days ago
- Sport
- New York Times
Vikings mailbag: Biggest surprise, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's drafts, backup QB and more
In a month, all of the Minnesota Vikings will gather at the TCO Performance Center in Eagan, Minn. Training camp will commence. The final countdown to the season will begin. It happens fast. There aren't many chances to breathe, but this is one of them. Because there is a pause in the calendar, this is a perfect time to answer some of your questions. Advertisement Many of you wondered about the possibilities for 2025, the cornerback room, general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, the backup quarterback spot and more. Thank you for your curiosity, and if we didn't get to your question, toss it over again in the comments. Note: The questions have been edited for length and clarity. Which player will be the biggest surprise this year? — Bruce F. This is a fun place to start. Two candidates immediately stand out: safety Theo Jackson and cornerback Isaiah Rodgers. For years, Vikings players and coaches have raved about Jackson behind the scenes. It's everything. His professionalism, his work ethic, his abilities, his versatility. Last year, potential Hall of Fame safety Harrison Smith chose to sit out the Week 16 game in Seattle against the Seahawks with a foot injury. Smith might have put up a tougher fight to play — knowing the team needed a win to maintain its NFC North prospects — had it not been for his belief that Jackson could fill his role. That day, Jackson intercepted a Geno Smith pass from deep to ice the game. Vikings PICK to seal the game! #MINvsSEA — NFL (@NFL) December 23, 2024 Jackson won't be the only new everydown player in the secondary. Rodgers joins him. His track record may not be lengthy, but it's easy to understand why the Vikings would be optimistic. Rodgers played 366 coverage snaps in 2021 and snatched three interceptions. Rewatch those turnovers, and you'll quickly notice Rodgers' downfield sense for the football. He isn't physically imposing, but the Vikings' front office and defensive coordinator Brian Flores targeted him purposefully. If Minnesota is to contend in the NFC North, it will need its secondary to ballhawk the way it did last year. That'll fall heavily on these two, who are unquestionably capable. Advertisement What have the Vikings done to improve their draft process? — Colin H. The more swings you make in the draft, the more information you have. And the more information you have, the more confident you feel about why you're making the decisions. Adofo-Mensah has learned more every year: about the types of players who fit these specific systems, about trades that net a palatable enough return, about the preferences of particular scouts and coaches. Over the last couple of seasons, the Vikings have leaned further into intelligent players with college production. The coaching staff has certainly increased its pre-draft participation. Adofo-Mensah has also said that he has refrained from trying to fill multiple needs at once. He equated his process to playing a par 5 with calculated aggression. Why pull out the 3-wood to risk disaster if you can hit a 7-iron and keep a birdie in play? Adaptations shouldn't come as a surprise. Adofo-Mensah will willingly admit that he doesn't have all the answers in an industry where many masquerade as savants. Above all, his hope is a refined process will lead to better decision-making than the competition. More time is necessary to declare if that's actually what the Vikings have. How confident are you that the backup quarterback is currently on the roster? — Mark D. Here's what this question is really asking: How much faith do you have in Sam Howell? Head coach Kevin O'Connell and the coaching staff love Brett Rypien's input in the room. Undrafted signee Max Brosmer is similarly intelligent. Neither has the athletic talent or playing experience of Howell, who threw for nearly 4,000 yards in 17 starts in 2023. Spring practice only reveals so much, but Howell's arm talent is inarguable. The questions lay in his field vision, decision-making and accuracy. Advertisement O'Connell might believe that he and the Vikings' offense could mitigate any potential risks those qualities could cause. In that way, Howell might not be crazily dissimilar from Sam Darnold. Whether that presents a high enough floor or not — for a team as committed to winning in 2025 as Minnesota is — warrants contemplation. There aren't an abundance of alternatives. If the Vikings soured on Howell, they could try to sway longtime starter Ryan Tannehill. Plucking Kirk Cousins from the Falcons is another break-glass-in-case-of-emergency possibility. Daniel Jones would've occupied this spot if the Vikings had their way from the outset, so as long as Howell comes close to that level, they may be satisfied. Who looked like the early favorite for the punting job or is that person on another team? — Glen M. Nothing from the spring says the Vikings are desperate to move on from Ryan Wright. They appreciate his holding ability. Special teams coordinator Matt Daniels also values continuity in his room. Undrafted free agent Oscar Chapman should receive plenty of opportunities during training camp because this remains one obvious weak point on the roster. Minnesota ranked 30th in special teams DVOA in 2022, 30th in '23 and 27th in '24. Kicker Greg Joseph didn't help the cause. Neither have the Vikings' lackluster returners. But Wright's inconsistency factors heavily in these metrics. Thirty-one punters have booted the ball at least 100 times since 2022. Wright ranks last in the percentage of punts downed inside the 10-yard line. He hovers near the middle of the pack in most other statistics. Maybe the Vikings prefer the known versus unknown at this spot, but it is one of those sneaky positions that could bite them in meaningful games deep into the winter. How are talks of a Jordan Addison suspension affecting the organization? — Colegorms24 Addison has a July 15 trial as a byproduct of a DUI citation last summer. He could face a three-game suspension. This won't catch the Vikings off guard. They've known this could be a possibility, and it places further emphasis on their need to run the football effectively. Justin Jefferson and T.J. Hockenson will serve as the primary targets, while Jalen Nailor's role will increase. Rookie receiver Tai Felton could also see significant time during this span. Who is the undrafted free agent most likely to make the team? — Andrew J. The likeliest two are tight end Ben Yurosek and receiver Silas Bolden. Yurosek will compete with seventh-round pick Gavin Bartholomew for the No. 3 tight end position behind Hockenson and Josh Oliver. Bolden, meanwhile, is the most dynamic returner outside of receiver Rondale Moore. Still recovering from last season's season-ending knee injury, Moore is by no means a guaranteed contributor. He'll have to prove his potential for impact. Advertisement The four undrafted signees with longer odds to make the 53-man are as follows: defensive lineman Tyler Batty, cornerback Zemaiah Vaughn, defensive lineman Elijah Williams and Brosmer. Were the Vikings one of the teams that lost out on bidding for Jaire Alexander? — Evan J. No. The Vikings' front office constantly explores creative additions. It's one of the tenets of how Adofo-Mensah operates: Rarely do they dismiss any options or opportunities. Alexander — and you can categorize Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey in a similar boat — was always a longshot. It's not just their locker room fit, but it's also the Vikings' belief in the cornerback room they currently have. That does not mean the Vikings did not check in with Alexander's representation. Nor does it mean the Vikings will refrain from future additions, even in training camp. More than anything, it's a reflection of how they feel about their overall chemistry and talent. What was the cornerback rotation in minicamp? — Sunny G. Full disclosure: Flores toys with different looks during minicamp, and this can often lead to misdirection. Last year, for example, Joejuan Williams participated among the starters, then never played a snap. Most of the nickel groupings featuring three cornerbacks included Byron Murphy Jr., Rodgers and Jeff Okudah. Third-year pro Mekhi Blackmon mixed in at times. Dwight McGlothern, an undrafted signing last year, also participated in reps with the starters. Both of those two need productive training camps. How bullish should Vikings fans be about the roster this year? — Jondanderson22. More bullish than they've been in the last three years. Quarterback is the only position with less certainty than the Vikings have had since O'Connell took over. The interior of the offensive line is drastically improved. The edge rusher room is loaded. Running back is deeper. Cornerback may be a question mark, but it still inspires a comparable amount of confidence to the 2022 group of an aging Patrick Peterson, Chandon Sullivan and Cam Dantzler. Advertisement Can the defense maintain its dominance? Can a roster with a bevy of veterans stay healthy? And can J.J. McCarthy come anywhere close to the levels Kirk Cousins and Sam Darnold reached in the last few years? Answer all of those with yes, and it's easy to dream of a fun ride. Will next year's cap situation be a problem? — Patrick H. The Vikings are projected to be $53.7 million over the cap in 2026. I can already hear your reaction: Excuse me? It's jarring on the surface, but the Vikings have numerous ways to go from red to black. One pullable lever? Restructuring contracts. Which is to say: Pushing money into the future. The Vikings could do this for Jefferson, Christian Darrisaw, Jonathan Greenard, Hockenson, Murphy and Andrew Van Ginkel to generate upwards of $70 million in space for 2026. Not to mention, the Vikings have around $18 million in space this season that they could roll over. This is all strategic. Teams with quarterbacks on rookie contracts can spend handsomely elsewhere. Moving money into the future is often frowned upon, but if it's happening for players who are likely to maintain their production levels for the foreseeable future, teams will be just fine. The next part of the plan requires draft success. As quarterback prices increase and contracts begin to bloat, teams seeking to sustain winning need young players to perform with a surplus. That's the next phase of the Vikings' current window. (Top photo of Sam Howell: Steph Chambers / Getty Images)
CBS News
20-06-2025
- Automotive
- CBS News
Eagan police say new tool could cut down on pursuits
New police tool aims to crack down on pursuits — see how New police tool aims to crack down on pursuits — see how New police tool aims to crack down on pursuits — see how Police in Eagan, Minnesota, say they have a new tool to help keep the community and officers safe when there's a need for a pursuit. Leaders hope what's called the Grappler will cut down on the need to chase in the first place. The Eagan Police Department has had nine pursuits so far in 2025. Last year, they had 23. Administrative Sgt. Rich Evans explains how the Grappler works. "It drops a net in front of the car and that wraps around the tire of the suspect vehicle, immobilizing that tire and bringing the car to a stop," Evans said. It's mounted on the front of a squad and is deployed from behind a vehicle. Officer Chris Roche is trained on using the tool. "It's a relatively simple system," Roche said. When ready, an officer activates the power, then deploys the device. Eagan police demonstrating the new Grappler tool. Eagan Police Department "Initially, you hear a lot of noise with the zip ties, like braking, and the tether stretching so the vehicle stops or begins to stop, and then you apply the brake pressure to create that distance. And then once the vehicle gets to that 30 feet distance, then you can feel sometimes like a jerking motion, or the vehicle like lurching forward from, you know, them not coming to a stop yet," Roche said. Evans worked on the funding to get the Grappler to Eagan. The install is $5,000. Each replacement net costs $400. He says it's a safer option than what the department has been using, a pit maneuver or stop sticks. "The stop stick theory is good because it can deflate tires in a controlled manner, but to do that, you have to put your officers in harm's way. Now we can preemptively work and plan. It's an effective tool to be able to get into position behind a vehicle and limit the risk of the officers and the public," Evans said. The Grappler may be used at low speeds before a chase starts, or to stop someone in a stolen car or trying to flee police. "It's been kind of a known fact for several years that people think it's a free for all, and we want to stop that. We want to actually put people behind bars, hold people accountable, catch violators and enhance public safety the same time," Evans said. Roche says during an already high-pressure situation, the Grappler can make a difference. "The advantage to this is, before we get into a lot of the unpredictability of a pursuit, or potentially before we get into that, we have the opportunity to use this tool to stop it very early on, or before it even starts," Roche said. The Grappler can also be used to stop a car during a medical emergency where there is an immediate risk. The Eagan Police Department is the first agency in Minnesota to use the Grappler. There are only a handful right now in the Midwest.
CBS News
19-06-2025
- General
- CBS News
Construction begins on $5.5 million veteran housing project in Eagan
With a ceremonial turn of soil on Wednesday, construction of Veteran Village in Eagan, Minnesota, is officially underway. The $5.5 million project, made possible by the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV), Housing First Minnesota, Lennar Homes and several other contributors, will bring 22 homes to house 36 veterans and their families. "These homes are more than just a roof with four walls," Sofia Humphries, Senior Director of Community Impact for Housing First Minnesota, said. "They represent safety, support and a new beginning." The first-of-its-kind project aims to support and honor our nation's heroes by taking care of the most essential of needs. "You need to know where you are going to lay your head at night, rest and recover to be able to take on the day," Humphries said. MACV's Chief Operating Officer Jon Lovald says in order for veterans to address other life challenges, they need to have the security that a home provides. "Your ability to work on anything else that's going on in your life revolves around having a roof over your head," Lovald said. On average, around 600 veterans enter homelessness each year in Minnesota, making projects like this even more crucial. "Twenty-two units coming online in the year is going to make a huge dent in our ability to continue outpacing veterans who enter homelessness," Lovald said. Construction on the final unit is expected to wrap up in November. For those involved in the build, the homes represent something much bigger. "We're celebrating a shared belief that every veteran in our state deserves safety, dignity, and a place to call home," Lovald said. It's a new community, driven by a mission to serve those who once served us.
Yahoo
19-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Every joint practice announced for 2025 training camp, including Patriots
NFL training camp is a little over a month away, and now, we have a full list of every scheduled joint practice for all 32 teams, including the New England Patriots. There will be two joint practices for the Patriots this year. The first practice will take place on August 6 in Foxborough against the visiting Washington Commanders. On August 13, they will head on the road to Eagan to face the Minnesota Vikings. Advertisement These joint practices will give the Patriots a chance to go up against stellar competition before the regular season. The Commanders and Vikings were both playoff contenders last season, with Washington advancing all the way to the NFC Championship Game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Both teams will provide massive tests for the Patriots' defense. The Commanders have one of the great young quarterbacks in the league in Jayden Daniels, and the Vikings have one of the league's top receiving corps with the duo of Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison. The Patriots are officially slated to report to training camp on July 22, and the first actual training camp practice will be held on the grass fields behind Gillette Stadium on Wednesday, July 23. Advertisement Gates for the practices are slated to open at 9:15 a.m. ET with practice starting at approximately 10:15 a.m. ET. Follow Patriots Wire on Twitter and Facebook. This article originally appeared on Patriots Wire: Every joint practice announced for training camp, including Patriots
