Kevin O’Connell beat out Dan Campbell for Coach of the Year after leading the Minnesota Vikings to 14 wins with quarterback Sam Darnold. O’Connell got 25 first-place votes, 18 seconds and seven thirds, appearing on all 50 ballots. Campbell, who guided Detroit to a franchise-record 15 wins, got 19 first-place votes to finish second. Chiefs… Continue reading How they voted: Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell wins AP NFL Coach of the Year
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Kevin O’Connell is the 2024 NFL Coach of the Year
Along with Jared Allen finally getting enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the Minnesota Vikings got another bit of good news at Thursday night’s NFL Honors ceremony, although this one was a little more expected. Kevin O’Connell was named the 2024 NFL Coach of the Year at tonight’s ceremony, making him the first… Continue reading Kevin O’Connell is the 2024 NFL Coach of the Year
Minnesota Timberwolves Attempted Blockbuster Trade for Kevin Durant at Deadline
Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images The Minnesota Timberwolves, with a 28-23 record and battling for a top 5 Western Conference spot, are managing several injuries. With the trade deadline today, there was speculation about potential roster moves. With Julius Randle sidelined for weeks and his performance this season, a major trade seemed unlikely. As the 2… Continue reading Minnesota Timberwolves Attempted Blockbuster Trade for Kevin Durant at Deadline
National Reporter Predicts Vikings’ Bold Sam Darnold Decision As JJ McCarthy Confirms Demand for Kevin O’Connell
The Vikings’ quarterback room feels like a high-stakes poker game. Someone’s bluffing, someone’s holding aces and the entire league is leaning in to see who’ll fold. But the real question isn’t about cards—it’s about whether the Vikings will double down on Sam Darnold or let rookie JJ McCarthy deal his way into the spotlight. NFL… Continue reading National Reporter Predicts Vikings’ Bold Sam Darnold Decision As JJ McCarthy Confirms Demand for Kevin O’Connell
Local Insider Reveals New Kevin O’Connell Contract Details with Vikings
Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images The Minnesota Vikings checked one thing off of their offseason to-do list recently, when they announced a contract extension with head coach Kevin O’Connell. It was the most obvious task to start with. KOC sets the tone in Eagan. Given all the O’Connell trade rumors that were floating around in the… Continue reading Local Insider Reveals New Kevin O’Connell Contract Details with Vikings
Sam Darnold & Kevin O’Connell Tabbed for Honors by ‘Sporting News’
Awards season is in full swing, and the Minnesota Vikings keep stacking them. On Thursday, the franchise doubled up in voting for honors distributed by Sporting News, which has passed out NFL superlatives for 70 seasons: First-year Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold was tabbed Comeback Player of the Year, and Head Coach Kevin O’Connell received Coach… Continue reading Sam Darnold & Kevin O’Connell Tabbed for Honors by ‘Sporting News’
Vikings Kevin O’Connell named Sporting News Coach of the Year by his peers
Kevin O’Connell of the Vikings is The Sporting News’ 2024 Coach of the Year, and quarterback Sam Darnold is the publication’s Comeback Player of the Year. Both awards are peer-selected. More than 800 players voted this year. O’Connell led the Vikings to a 14-4 finish that included a nine-game win streak in his third season… Continue reading Vikings Kevin O’Connell named Sporting News Coach of the Year by his peers
Vikings Agree to Contract Extension with Head Coach Kevin O’Connell
EAGAN, Minn. — The Vikings and Head Coach Kevin O’Connell have agreed to a multiyear contract extension, the team announced Tuesday. “Kevin is exactly who we believed him to be when we named him as our head coach – an innovative play caller, an excellent communicator and a strong leader who motivates and connects with… Continue reading Vikings Agree to Contract Extension with Head Coach Kevin O’Connell
Sam Darnold’s Clear Message to Vikings Front Office As Kevin O’Connell Confirms Stance on QB’s Future
Sam Darnold’s heartfelt Instagram post has fans speculating about his future with the Vikings. “Year 7… So grateful for my teammates, coaches, and the entire organization,” Darnold wrote, thanking fans and reflecting on cherished memories. Head coach Kevin O’Connell shared his thoughts after last Monday’s playoff loss to the Rams. He praised Darnold’s leadership in… Continue reading Sam Darnold’s Clear Message to Vikings Front Office As Kevin O’Connell Confirms Stance on QB’s Future
Kevin O’Connell, Sam Darnold, Brian Flores are NFL award finalists
Kevin O’Connell, Sam Darnold and Brian Flores could be heading to New Orleans, after all. The Vikings head coach, quarterback and defensive coordinator were among the 40 finalists named Thursday for eight of the league’s most prestigious awards, which will be presented on Feb. 6 at the NFL Honors ceremony in New Orleans, site of… Continue reading Kevin O’Connell, Sam Darnold, Brian Flores are NFL award finalists