EAGAN, Minn. — If you saw Kevin O’Connell’s desk, you would probably spot a calendar. Squares with scribbled notes about workouts. Sheets offering tidbits on scheduling. You’d see the same intentionality that’s on display when the Minnesota Vikings play on Sundays. Three years as an NFL head coach has given O’Connell an array of information… Continue reading Kevin O’Connell’s plan for Vikings in 2025? Mold team to be physical, shapeshifting
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Wild Fans Must Plan An Iowa Wild Road Trip This Year – Minnesota Wild
Last week, when the Iowa Wild released their schedule for the 2025-26 season, my buddies and I exchanged a series of quick emails, just as we do every summer around this time. “Okay, fellas, here are our weekends to choose from. Which one should we pick?” “I’d be fine with x, y, or z, but… Continue reading Wild Fans Must Plan An Iowa Wild Road Trip This Year – Minnesota Wild
Guerin Isn’t Really Following His Five-Year Plan – Minnesota Wild
In October of last year, Minnesota Wild owner Craig Leipold said he had asked Bill Guerin to develop a five-year plan to win the Stanley Cup. The Wild were still in the throes of cap hell, but they were a year away from relief. Mr. Leipold wanted Guerin to show him Minnesota’s pathway out of… Continue reading Guerin Isn’t Really Following His Five-Year Plan – Minnesota Wild
Sam Bennett Is the Joel Eriksson Ek Contingency Plan – Minnesota Wild
The Minnesota Wild are looking for a center to back up Joel Eriksson Ek. Sam Bennett fits the description of what they need to take the load off Eriksson Ek, so he can stay healthy and contribute offensively throughout the playoffs. Bennett is a proven winner and a playoff performer. Bennett has 43 points in… Continue reading Sam Bennett Is the Joel Eriksson Ek Contingency Plan – Minnesota Wild
What Is the Wild’s Plan In Net Next Year? – Minnesota Wild
The Minnesota Wild left their goaltending situation alone during a stressful pre-playoff trade deadline. However, Marc-Andre Fleury announced his retirement last April, so the team must make a major decision this summer. Filip Gustavsson will enter the third year of his contract with a $3.75 million yearly cap hit. The Wild are unlikely to move… Continue reading What Is the Wild’s Plan In Net Next Year? – Minnesota Wild
Quinton Byfield Checks All The Boxes Of An Eriksson Ek Contingency Plan – Minnesota Wild
Marco Rossi is having a breakout season. He’s on pace for 28 goals and 40 assists and is starting to earn respect around the NHL because he’s produced even when he’s not on Kirill Kaprizov’s line. Still, Bill Guerin doesn’t seem to see Rossi as part of Minnesota’s long-term future. Guerin likely wants players larger… Continue reading Quinton Byfield Checks All The Boxes Of An Eriksson Ek Contingency Plan – Minnesota Wild
Minnesota Vikings News and Links: What Is Your OffSeason Plan?
I think the Vikings are more than likely going to try and bring back Daniel Jones to go with JJ McCarthy. KOC said in an interview that “Darnold has earned the right to go to free agency” or something along those lines. I do think the team does not want to tie up too much… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings News and Links: What Is Your OffSeason Plan?
Vikings’ 10-step offseason plan: Roster cuts, free-agent signings and a draft strategy
Building on a 14-win season is a fascinating undertaking when a roster has as much uncertainty as the Minnesota Vikings’ roster has. More than 20 meaningful contributors from 2024 are set to become free agents. The quarterback situation is an entire conversation unto itself. Minnesota does not have loads of draft capital, but it does… Continue reading Vikings’ 10-step offseason plan: Roster cuts, free-agent signings and a draft strategy
Minnesota Vikings’ Offseason Plan with Star Tribune’s Ben Goessling
The Minnesota Vikings’ offseason is in full swing, starting with Kevin O’Connell’s contract extension, but that’s just the beginning. Join us as Ben Goessling from the Star Tribune provides an in-depth look at what’s next for the Vikings this offseason. We’ll cover everything from a potential Kwesi Adofo-Mensah extension, the future of Sam Darnold, plans… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings’ Offseason Plan with Star Tribune’s Ben Goessling
Minnesota Vikings News and Links: The Plan Is In Action
KOC got his well deserved extension and Kwesi’s deal is being discussed now. I expect an extension for Kwesi to be announced soon. His drafting has left a lot to be desired but the team has been successful nonetheless. He deserves his share of credit and an extension keeps the program intact. I am leaning… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings News and Links: The Plan Is In Action