Christopher Gates has been the lead writer at The Daily Norseman since the site launched in July of 2006, covering the Minnesota Vikings day in and day out.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame has announced its list of finalists for their Class of 2025, and a former Minnesota Vikings legend is one step closer to hearing the call to Canton.
Jared Allen, who played for the Vikings for six seasons from 2008 to 2013, is among the fifteen modern-era finalists for the honor this season. Those who have been chosen for enshrinement as a part of this class will be honored during Super Bowl weekend.