Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell unleashes his ‘dark side’ when his team needs it
Reporters covering the Vikings in Cleveland last month experienced a sharp edge to Kevin O’Connell that would surprise the public. But it drew smiles and nods from several members of the organization who say the friendly head coach has been known to show some bite to them on rare occasions as well.
Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell Gets Emotional After Sam Darnold’s Win Over 49ers
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell defended quarterback Sam Darnold after his upset over his former team in the 49ers.
Sam Darnold has earned Kevin O’Connell’s trust, and the Vikings are flying high
Minnesota's head coach has put his trust in Darnold, a former first-round pick, and the QB has rewarded him with an excellent start.
The winding road that made coach Kevin O’Connell a perfect fit for the Vikings
Since being hired by the Vikings in February 2022, O’Connell has established himself among the most respected coaches in the NFL. His most impressive performance to date has come recently as he’s guided the Vikings through the toughest stretch in recent memory over the past couple of months.
Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell has no interest in Sam Darnold’s past struggles
The Minnesota Vikings are 2-0 after a 23-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium, and Sam Darnold has a lot to do with that.
Vikings coach’s emotional message about Sam Darnold goes viral
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell recently got a little emotional when asked about his new starting quarterback Sam Darnold. On Sunday, Darnold
Sam Darnold Leads Vikings to Victory Over the 49ers
Sam Darnold excelled, steering the Vikings past the 49ers 23-17 with a stunning 97-yard TD pass to Justin Jefferson and making all the plays necessary.
Vikings inactives: Justin Jefferson active for Sunday's game vs. Texans
Fellow wide receiver Jordan Addison remains out with an ankle injury and edge rusher Dallas Turner will miss Sunday's game ...
Insider says contract extension 'coming' for Kevin O'Connell
Kevin O'Connell has arguably done more for his own personal stock than anyone through the first two weeks of the season.
Kevin O’Connell: C.J. Stroud is a “special, special player”
In one of the more intriguing matchups of Week 3, the 2-0 Vikings are hosting the 2-0 Texans on Sunday afternoon.
Vikings' JJ McCarthy reacts to Sam Darnold magic vs. Texans
During the game, Darnold went to the injury tent for a lower leg injury but returned after one play. McCarthy, the Vikings' ...
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell Got Emotional Discussing Sam Darnold's Strong Start to Season
Darnold, who hasn't held down a starting job since a brief stint with the Carolina Panthers in 2021 and '22, has the Vikings ...
Kevin O’Connell: Justin Jefferson came in feeling pretty good Monday
Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson downplayed the quad injury that knocked him out of the team's win over the 49ers in ...
WATCH: Kevin O'Connell gives out game balls following Week 2 win
The Minnesota Vikings came off a major win in Week 2 over the reigning NFC Champions, the San Francisco 49ers. The team was ...
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Vikings coach O’Connell: Jefferson is “minute-to-minute, hour-to-hour” for participation this week
The most notable part of Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell's weekly Wednesday press availability involved Justin Jefferson's thigh injury.
Kurt Warner on C.J. Stroud and Sam Darnold entering Week 3 'NFL GameDay Morning'
NFL Network's Kurt Warner on Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud and Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold entering ...