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Zimmer Denies Slaughtering Stuffed Animals, Focuses on Bears

10/28/2025

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Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Zimmer addressed a report claiming he slaughtered stuffed animals for motivation.
After bye week, Zimmer placed stuffed animals around team HQ to deter complacency after a 5-0 start.
The Star Tribune later corrected its report that Zimmer cut the animals.
Zimmer said the animals were donated to charity and criticized the false narrative.
He then shifted focus to the upcoming game against Chicago.

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Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Zimmer addressed a report claiming he slaughtered stuffed animals for motivation.
After bye week, Zimmer placed stuffed animals around team HQ to deter complacency after a 5-0 start.
The Star Tribune later corrected its report that Zimmer cut the animals.
Zimmer said the animals were donated to charity and criticized the false narrative.
He then shifted focus to the upcoming game against Chicago.