Here are 10 of the best tweets from an action-filled night.
The fans came out early to get a seat!
Vikings nose tackle Linval Joseph saluted the fans as he took the field after signing a contract extension with the Vikings earlier in the day.
The fans showed up to support the Purple and Gold.
It was a beautiful night for football in Mankato.
Vikings rookie Dalvin Cook took in his first Mankato night practice.
Legendary LB and current Vikings College Scout Scott Studwell was honored with his new Purple Ring of Honor jacket before practice.