iHeartMedia and the Minnesota Vikings have signed a seven-year contract extension for the team’s games to remain on 100.3 KFAN and 1130 KTLK. The stations will continue to carry all preseason, regular season and postseason games.
KFAN has carried Vikings games since 2001 making 2025 the 25th season of the station’s partnership and the deal extending their arrangement through the 2031 season. As part of the deal, there will continue to be events and game coverage across all of the iHeartMedia Minneapolis brands and platforms and co-produced Vikings-related football programming on KFXN-FM.
iHeartMedia Minneapolis Market President Greg Alexander said in a release, “We are delighted to continue our long-term partnership with the Minnesota Vikings. Next season will mark our 25th anniversary together. Our relationship has been fantastic over the years, and as we keep collaborating, we will uncover new opportunities to create outstanding experiences for our listeners.””
Vikings EVP/Chief Marketing Officer Martin Nance commented, ““We’re thrilled to announce the extension of our long-term partnership, which will bring our content to an even wider audience through iHeartMedia’s cutting-edge radio and podcast networks. This collaboration not only enables our teams at the Minnesota Vikings and iHeartMedia to connect with more listeners in real time, but it also harnesses the power of advanced technology to deliver the high-quality, engaging programming our audiences expect and love. Together, we’re excited about the future and the endless possibilities for creating even more meaningful and innovative fan experiences.”
Vikings EVP/Chief Revenue Officer John Penhollow said, “By delivering our content and programming to a larger, more diverse audience through iHeartMedia’s radio and podcast networks, we’re creating new avenues for advertisers and sponsors to connect with highly engaged listeners. The extension of this partnership is a key part of our growth strategy, allowing us to innovate with iHeartMedia to find new ways to enhance the listener experience.”
