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On YouTubeMinnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / April 22
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell addresses 'detailed' QB plan amid Aaron Rodgers, Kirk Cousins uncertainty
O'Connell discussed the team's quarterback situation amid rumors of a possible veteran addition.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 15
With draft approaching, Vikings' plan at backup QB remains unclear
When it comes to quarterbacks, Kevin O'Connell and the Vikings deserve the benefit of the doubt. They've earned that over the last three years. They undoubtedly have a plan for adding a backup quarterback to a room that currently features only J.J.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 4
Kevin O'Connell on 2025 Vikings offense: 'I want to run the football'
Efficiency in the running game has been an elusive pursuit for Kevin O'Connell in the first three years of his tenure as the Vikings' head coach. Minnesota
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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 3
Aaron Rodgers contacted Kevin O’Connell on Vikings interest
Although the Steelers continue to express confidence Aaron Rodgers will eventually become their next starting quarterback, the four-time MVP is moving toward a fourth week as a free agent.
Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations
With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 2
Kevin O'Connell give hilarious anecdote surrounding the Vikings and explains why they have a fantastic culture
Throughout the entirety of the NFL owners meetings, the Minnesota Vikings have talked extensively about how the NFLPA survey has impacted the franchise.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 1
Kevin O'Connell confirms suspicion why the Vikings traded for Jordan Mason after signing Aaron Jones
The trade for Mason seemingly came out of nowhere.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 31
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell addresses Aaron Rodgers conversations amid recovery of J.J. McCarthy
It's now no secret that the Vikings had conversations with Rodgers after Sam Darnold left the club via free agency and as McCarthy continued to recover from the full meniscus repair that cost him his rookie season.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / March 31
Vikings primed to host multiple joint practices thanks to a local delicacy being a major draw
One of the elements that the Minnesota Vikings have liked to do over the course of head coach Kevin O'Connell and general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's is joint practices.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 30
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell excited to see J.J. McCarthy 'hit the ground running'
What stood out to Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell about quarterback J.J. McCarthy, whom the franchise selected with the No. 10 overall pick in last year's NFL draft, was his command of an NFL-style offense at Michigan.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 21
Insider explains why Vikings could still pick Aaron Rodgers over J.J. McCarthy for 2025 season
An initial report claiming the Minnesota Vikings aren't "pursuing" quarterback Aaron Rodgers proved misleading.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 19
Do stats show Vikings did Aaron Rodgers a favor amid Steelers rumors?
Aaron Rodgers seemingly has one less team to choose from in NFL free agency.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 11
How Kirk Cousins, Sam Darnold cashed in thanks to QB whisperer
Cousins and Darnold each cashed in after playing under head coach Kevin O'Connell.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / March 5
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell discusses Sam Darnold remaining eligible for free agency
The Vikings declined to use the franchise tag on Darnold.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / February 28
Insider suggests Vikings will look to extend coordinators this spring
The Minnesota Vikings completed the first of their offseason priorities when they signed coach Kevin O'Connell to a multiyear contract extension. One of the next orders of business will be keeping O'Connell's coaching staff with him.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / February 18
Kevin O'Connell loses another member of his staff that could have ripple effects on the franchise
When you have an excellent season like the Minnesota Vikings had in 2024, teams want to take from you. It usually manifests itself with coaches leaving for promotions with others coming from the front office.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / February 9
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell puts QB drama to rest with eight words
The Minnesota Vikings' quarterback dilemma isn't as complicated as it appears, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell.
Minnesota Vikings News / Field Level Media / January 21
Vikings secure head coach Kevin O'Connell with multiyear extension
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell has agreed to a multiyear contract extension, the team announced Tuesday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / January 21
Vikings make big announcement about HC Kevin O’Connell
Vikings owner Mark Wilf issued a statement on Tuesday revealing that the team has signed Kevin O’Connell to a contract extension.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / January 21
Vikings confirm major Kevin O'Connell move following wild-card loss
O'Connell has led Minnesota to a 34-17 record.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / January 16
Kevin O’Connell team apparel conspiracy theory is quickly debunked
Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell showed up to the team's press conference on Thursday lacking his typical team-issued gear. As Minnesota sports fans like to do, many got on their tin foil hats and created a conspiracy theory that it might've been a message to the front office, which was quickly debunked.
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / January 6
Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell addresses surprising rumor about his future
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell addressed reports that his long-term future is in flux and could even lead to a trade. O’Connell firmly denied the rumors when addressing the media on Monday.
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / January 5
Vikings respond to the wild Kevin O’Connell trade rumor
The Minnesota Vikings on Sunday responded to the wild trade rumor involving Kevin O’Connell.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / January 5
Multiple teams may try to trade for Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell
Because the 39-year-old is entering a theoretical lame-duck campaign, rival clubs apparently feel it is at least worth making an overture to the Vikes to gauge trade interest.
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / January 5
Report: NFL teams exploring trade for prominent head coach
Several NFL teams will be searching for a new head coach in the coming days, and some of them are reportedly planning to explore the trade market to find their new leader.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / December 8
Report: Vikings expected to offer extension to HC Kevin O’Connell
Kevin O’Connell‘s third season at the helm of the Vikings has gone well to date.
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