Tag: coach

Vikings coach: Lions’ Gibbs only needs ‘a little space’ to dominate

DETROIT — The Minnesota Vikings did an admirable job frustrating Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff for much of Sunday’s divisional clash at Ford Field. However, it was a different story when it came to slowing down Jahmyr Gibbs. The Lions’ second-year running back delivered a standout performance in the regular-season finale against the Vikings, finishing… Continue reading Vikings coach: Lions’ Gibbs only needs ‘a little space’ to dominate

Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell not interested in trade rumors

Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell said his complete focus is on his team’s upcoming wild-card matchup with the Rams when asked Monday about rumors that teams would like to acquire him via trade. Fox Sports NFL insider Jay Glazer said on-air during “Fox NFL Sunday” that “multiple teams” have interest in trading with Minnesota for… Continue reading Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell not interested in trade rumors

What Dan Campbell said to Vikings coach after Detroit Lions beat them in biggest game of season

DETROIT – Dan Campbell had a message for the coach of the Minnesota Vikings after the Detroit Lions beat them for the second time in the biggest game of this NFL season. The Lions and Vikings met on Sunday Night Football with the NFC North title and No. 1 playoff seed on the line. Both… Continue reading What Dan Campbell said to Vikings coach after Detroit Lions beat them in biggest game of season

Multiple teams considering trading for Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell, per report

USATSI The Minnesota Vikings have been the surprise team of 2024, and they could not only clinch the NFC North on Sunday night with a win over the rival Detroit Lions, but also secure the No. 1 seed in the NFC, which comes with that invaluable first-round bye. Head coach Kevin O’Connell has done a tremendous… Continue reading Multiple teams considering trading for Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell, per report

Former Vikings coach returns to Minnesota ahead of Sunday Night

The Minnesota Vikings and the Detroit Lions will faceoff on Sunday Night on a national stage, thanks to NBC. Members of their broadcast crew have been at the Viking and Lions facilities all week as they prepare for the matchup to get a better feel of the team. For one former Vikings coach turned media… Continue reading Former Vikings coach returns to Minnesota ahead of Sunday Night

Contract talks with Vikings coach, GM planned for offseason

The Vikings enter the final week of Kwesi Adofo-Mensah’s and Kevin O’Connell’s third season together in Minnesota with a 14-2 record, their best since 1998. Once the season is done, their ownership plans to begin talks with the general manager and head coach about contract extensions. In a recent interview with the Minnesota Star Tribune… Continue reading Contract talks with Vikings coach, GM planned for offseason

Coach Fleck Mayo Bath After Win in Duke's Mayo Bowl

After Flavor Flav is revealed as the celebrity mascot named “Tubby” as the Duke’s Mayo Bowl, Minnesota Football head coach P.J. Fleck received a mayonnaise bath to celebrate the 24-10 win over Virginia Tech. Sign up for daily email updates from Gopher Athletics! Go to to sign up.