Jim Souhan
Columnist
SportsSouhan was Sports Editor of his high school paper at Vianney in St. Louis. He wrote and edited for the Missourian at the University of Missouri, where he earned a journalism degree with an emphasis on American literature.
Latest from Jim Souhan
Vikings
Souhan: Vikings’ matchup against the 49ers is a battle of coupon QBs
The Vikings’ Sam Darnold and the 49ers’ Brock Purdy make the case that NFL teams should build their rosters around affordable quarterbacks.
September 15, 2024
Lynx
Souhan: Is this Lynx season coach Cheryl Reeve’s best work?
Already tied for the most Coach of the Year Awards in WNBA history, Cheryl Reeve could win her fourth with this team’s success on the court this season.
September 13, 2024
Vikings
Souhan: For Darnold’s next challenge, it’s all about sustaining success
Sam Darnold has always had success in his first start — it’s what comes next that has caused the journeyman quarterback trouble. In possibly his last opportunity, it’s on him to prove he can have sustained success.
September 10, 2024
Vikings
Souhan: Quarterback Sam Darnold is ‘big time’ in his Vikings debut
New Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold gets a fresh start to his career playing at his old stadium.
September 9, 2024
Vikings
Souhan: Wilfs’ patience, QB quandary at heart of Vikings’ future
With any new season comes new challenges — and the Vikings have numerous questions that need to be answered, for this year and beyond
September 8, 2024
Lynx
Souhan: Showdown between Napheesa Collier and Caitlin Clark about more than hoops
More than MVP candidates, the Lynx’s Napheesa Collier and Fever’s Caitlin Clark have drawn comparisons to Red Grange and Tiger Woods when it comes to growing the WNBA.
September 6, 2024
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Souhan: Former Vikings coach Mike Zimmer is blind to his own flaws
Ex-Vikings coach Mike Zimmer couldn’t handle the truth, resulting in his firing — and now the Vikings are in a better spot.
September 3, 2024
Sports
Souhan: A dramatic day downtown as Lynx, Twins earn simultaneous clutch victories
The Twins and Lynx played simultaneously a few hundred yards apart and hinted at bigger games to come after the regular season ends.
September 2, 2024
Vikings
Souhan: Wilfs’ patience, QB quandary at heart of Vikings’ future
With any new season comes new challenges — and the Vikings have numerous questions that need to be answered, for this year and beyond
September 8, 2024
Lynx
Souhan: Showdown between Napheesa Collier and Caitlin Clark about more than hoops
More than MVP candidates, the Lynx’s Napheesa Collier and Fever’s Caitlin Clark have drawn comparisons to Red Grange and Tiger Woods when it comes to growing the WNBA.
September 6, 2024
Vikings
Souhan: Former Vikings coach Mike Zimmer is blind to his own flaws
Ex-Vikings coach Mike Zimmer couldn’t handle the truth, resulting in his firing — and now the Vikings are in a better spot.
September 3, 2024
Sports
Souhan: A dramatic day downtown as Lynx, Twins earn simultaneous clutch victories
The Twins and Lynx played simultaneously a few hundred yards apart and hinted at bigger games to come after the regular season ends.
September 2, 2024