Former Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is still getting his feet week on the Vikings’ practice squad. He has the best of both worlds, staying in the game as a member of a team while available to sign with another team’s 53-man roster, should the need arise. The goal for now is to get him up… Continue reading Kevin O’Connell: Vikings are systematically building up Daniel Jones
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Vikings Coach Kevin O’Connell Gives Poignant Message to Randy Moss Amid Health Issue
Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Randy Moss put out a message on NFL Countdown this past weekend noting he is dealing with a health issue. “I just wanna share something with y’all…just want to let the viewers know that me and my wife, me and my family, we are battling something internally. I… Continue reading Vikings Coach Kevin O’Connell Gives Poignant Message to Randy Moss Amid Health Issue
Vikings Trade Pitch Flips Kevin O’Connell to Bears for Draft Haul
Getty Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell. The Minnesota Vikings have one of the best assets in the NFL in head coach Kevin O’Connell and may never even contemplate trading him, but the return might be massive if they did. The NFC North Division rival Chicago Bears just fired head coach Matt Eberflus and are… Continue reading Vikings Trade Pitch Flips Kevin O’Connell to Bears for Draft Haul
Kevin O’Connell becomes fastest coach in Vikings history to 30 wins
All Kevin O’Connell has done through his first three seasons as the Vikings’ head coach is find ways to win regular season football games. Sunday’s 23-22 comeback win over the Cardinals at U.S. Bank Stadium was O’Connell’s 30th career win in 46 games. That means he’s reached the 30-win mark faster than any previous head… Continue reading Kevin O’Connell becomes fastest coach in Vikings history to 30 wins
Cam Akers’ impact, Kevin O’Connell’s kicker effect, Johnny Mundt at his best
1. Akers has explosive run and block Cam Akers had only four touches Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium, but the running back gave two ideal glimpses into why the Vikings traded for him twice in two years. The plays — a team-high 18-yard run and a blitz pickup on linebacker Kyzir White that allowed Sam… Continue reading Cam Akers’ impact, Kevin O’Connell’s kicker effect, Johnny Mundt at his best
A Raise for Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell is Imminent, and It’ll Reportedly be Hefty…
Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images The Minnesota Vikings needed some good fortune the past few seasons, and they have created it in Kevin O’Connell. When the Wilf family decided to replace Rick Spielman and Mike Zimmer, there was a need to take the franchise in a different direction. O’Connell is the breath of fresh air that… Continue reading A Raise for Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell is Imminent, and It’ll Reportedly be Hefty…
Kevin O’Connell deserves blame for recent Justin Jefferson struggles
Prior to a Week 9 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts, Justin Jefferson shared that Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell had dialed down the complexity of the team’s offensive scheme a bit during their mini-bye week following their loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Week 8. Some of these changes were implemented to help… Continue reading Kevin O’Connell deserves blame for recent Justin Jefferson struggles
Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell hypes Daniel Jones amid free agency rumors
Daniel Jones may have run out of supporters in New York, but he’s got at least one in Minnesota. Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell praised the former Giants quarterback Monday, the same day he cleared waivers following his release from Big Blue, amid rumors Minnesota is a team to watch in Jones’ free agency. “I’m not… Continue reading Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell hypes Daniel Jones amid free agency rumors
Kevin O’Connell praises Daniel Jones but declines to say whether Vikings have interest
Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell revived the career of one quarterback who flamed out in New York. Might he do it with another? Daniel Jones, who was cut by the Giants on Saturday, became a free agent Monday after clearing waivers. The Vikings reportedly are one of several contenders interested in signing Jones. “I’m not really… Continue reading Kevin O’Connell praises Daniel Jones but declines to say whether Vikings have interest
Caleb Williams Shared Classy Message From Kevin O’Connell After Vikings Beat Bears
The Minnesota Vikings squeaked by the Chicago Bears, 30-27, on Sunday in an exciting overtime affair. Afterward, Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell was seen intently speaking to Bears quarterback Caleb Williams on the field. The standout rookie showed out in leading Chicago to an unlikely comeback. Kevin O’Connell talking to Caleb Williams after the game.pic.twitter.com/CJr5G72iKu… Continue reading Caleb Williams Shared Classy Message From Kevin O’Connell After Vikings Beat Bears