Medtronic Game Changer: Julissa Rios & La Nueva Esperanza | Vikings vs. Dolphins

Sunday's Medtronic Game Changer was Julissa Rios and La Nueva Esperanza, a Saint Paul-based nonprofit and Minnesota's only Spanish-language cancer support group, dedicated to supporting Spanish-speaking individuals and families impacted by cancer. Rios created La Nueva Esperanza after seeing Spanish-speaking patients struggling to navigate cancer diagnoses and access critical support services. For over two decades, the organization has provided emotional and financial support, educational programming, and access to community to resources to patients and families, ensuring they receive care, guidance, and connection in their preferred language.

Members of the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers football team brought the Little Brown Jug rivalry trophy to the Minnesota Vikings vs. Miami Dolphins game at U.S. Bank Stadium after defeating the University of Michigan Wolverines on October 3.

Watch as Make-A-Wish Recipient, Nolan Walker, leads the Skol Chant and sounds the Gjallarhorn ahead of the Week 4 Vikings vs. Dolphins Crucial Catch game.

Watch as Minnesota Wild players lead the Skol Chant to open the second half of the Vikings vs. Packers game at U.S. Bank Stadium.

During Sunday's Miller Lite Military Spotlite, the Vikings recognized the aviation crew and ground personnel from the 39th Flying Training Squadron "Cobras", an Air Force Reserve squadron based at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, who conducted the flyover during the National Anthem.

Vikings Legend Nate Burleson was interviewed during the Week 1 game against the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium.

The Vikings held the 2026 Corgi Classic race during halftime of the Week 1 game against the Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Sunday's Medtronic Game Changer was Devin O'Brien and Alec Fischer from the Tom Burnett Leadership Program. Inspired by the legacy of Tom Burnett, a University of Minnesota alumnus whose courageous actions aboard United Flight 93 on September 11, 2001, continue to inspire future generations, the program develops students committed to leadership, character, service, and community impact. Devin O'Brien is Tom Burnett's nephew and demonstrated those same leadership values during a critical incident at Annunciation Catholic Church in 2025.

Watch as Team USA Women's Hockey was recoginized during the Vikings vs. Packers Week 1 game at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Watch as Vikings Pro Football Hall of Famer Justice Alan Page leads the Skol Chant and sounds the Gjallarhorn.

Watch highlights from Vikings halftimes during the 2025 season.

Watch every Gjallarhorn sounding at U.S. Bank Stadium from the Vikings 2025 season.

Sunday's Medtronic Game Changer was Dr. Verna Cornelia Price & Brother Shane Price. They founded The Power of People Leadership Institute in 2005. They offer programs to youth and adults that provide career development, mentorship, and leadership training.

Vikings.com's Tatum Everett spoke with Vikings Legend Andrew Sendejo during the Week 18 game against the Packers.

Vikings Legend and College Football Hall of Fame Inductee Jim Kleinsasser led the Skol Chant and sounded the Gjallarhorn prior to the Week 18 game against the Packers.

The Vikings and Head Coach Kevin O'Connell surprised Khyree Jackson's parents with exciting news that they were receiving the Inspire Change: Changemaker Award with the Khyree Jackson Foundation.

Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett interviews Vikings Legend Robert Griffith during the 2025 Winter Whiteout game.

The Minnesota Wind Chill and the DC Breeze, two professional ultimate frisbee teams from the Ultimate Frisbee Association, played during the halftime of the Vikings Week 14 game against the Commanders at U.S. Bank Stadium.

United States Navy Petty Officer First Class James Stoffel surprised his family with an early return home from deployment as part of the Miller Lite Military Spotlite during the Vikings Week 14 game against the Commanders at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Sunday's Medtronic Game Changer was Pet Haven. Founded in 1952, Pet Haven is the first foster-based animal rescue organization in Minnesota. They improve the lives of pets by rescuing, rehabilitating, rehoming, and assisting with spaying and neutering to reduce the overpopulation of animals. Pet Haven's Executive Director Kerry D'Amato, a longtime animal welfare advocate, was recognized during the game.

Vikings.com's Tatum Everett spoke with Vikings Legend Anthony Barr during the Week 14 game against the Commanders.

Vikings Legend Anthony Barr led the Skol Chant and sounded the Gjallarhorn prior to the Week 14 game against the Commanders.

Vikings.com's Tatum Everett spoke with Vikings Legend Cris Carter during the Week 11 game against the Bears.

During Sunday's Miller Lite Military Spotlite, the Vikings honored Chief Master Sergeant Lisa Erikson. Lisa is the Command Chief for the 148th Fighter Wing, Air National Guard, Duluth, Minn. She served as the Adjutant General's advisor for all matters relating to the enlisted forces that may affect training, utilization, health of the force and enlisted professional development. She is the first female Air force leader to hold the role and is only the second woman ever to have this role. This month, she will be retiring after 37 years of service.

Sunday's Medtronic Game Changer was Linda Wallenberg. Now in her 50th year of teaching, Linda is an English teacher at Eden Prairie High School and is the 2025 Minnesota Teacher of the Year. Prior to this award, she was also named Eden Prairie Teacher of the Year three times, named National Gymnastics Coach of the Year twice, awarded the Royal Order of the Polar Star from His Majesty King Carl XVI Gustaf, King of Sweden, awarded a Distinguished Alumni Citation For Excellence and Contributions in Teaching and Coaching Gymnastics by Gustavus Adolphus College, and the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award by the College of Education and Human Development from the University of Minnesota.