Former MN Viking to guest-speak at Rochester Sports Banquet

(ABC 6 News) – Rochester Sports announced Monday that former Minnesota Vikings linebacker Ben Leber will guest-speak at the 2023 Rochester Sports Banquet.

Leber, a 10-year NFL veteran, played for the San Diego Chargers from 2002-05, the Minnesota Vikings 2006-2010, and the St. Louis Rams in 2011.

He now co-hosts Twin Cities Live, a Hubbard Broadcasting production, and is a sideline reporter at Minnesota Vikings football games.

Leber now lives in Edina, MN with his wife and three children.

“We are excited to have Ben Leber as our guest speaker,” Rochester Sports executive director Matt Esau said. “Ben is so well-spoken and really knows how to relate to student athletes.”

Tickets for the 17th annual Rochester Sports Banquet (Jan. 16, 2023) go on sale Nov. 28.