Vikings, Kevin O'Connell and Sam Darnold

Vikings Kevin O’Connell named Sporting News Coach of the Year by his peers
Sam Darnold won Comeback Player of the Year. Each is a finalist in the same category for the media-selected NFL Honors.
Vikings' Kevin O’Connell, Sam Darnold earn Sporting News awards
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell and quarterback Sam Darnold earned awards from The Sporting News on Thursday after the team made the playoffs for the second time in three years.
NFL Rumors: Kevin O’Connell’s Vikings Eye $45M Decision Amid Sam Darnold’s Raiders Connection
The Vikings lost their wild card playoff against the Rams and exited the 2024 season. The post NFL Rumors: Kevin O’Connell’s Vikings Eye $45M Decision Amid Sam Darnold’s Raiders Connection appeared first on EssentiallySports.
Kevin O'Connell Breaks Silence on Vikings' Future at QB
Sam Darnold was supposed to be a one-year bridge to J.J. McCarthy, who would have had a chance to earn the starting job during the season. But then McCarthy hurt his knee, Minnesota sidelined him for his rookie campaign and Darnold went on to throw for more than 4,300 yards and 35 touchdowns.
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell addresses his NFL future and potential contract extension
Despite being eliminated by the Los Angeles Rams, the Minnesota Vikings had a strong NFL season, battling through injury setbacks. Speculation about head coach Kevin O'Connell's future arose, but he addressed the rumors decisively.
Vikings and Kevin O'Connell Agree to Massive Multi-Year Extension
The Minnesota Vikings have decided on head coach Kevin O'Connell staying with the team, as he has agreed to a multi-year extension.
Vikings and coach Kevin O’Connell agree to a multiyear contract extension after a 14-win season
In three seasons with the Vikings, the 39-year-old O’Connell is 34-17 in the regular season and 0-2 in the playoffs.
NFL World Noticed Timing of O’Connell Extension with Vikings vs Adofo-Mensah
There was initially talk of Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell being a trade candidate. Broadcaster Paul Allen didn’t like it, and the Wilf family never truly entertained it. He now has a gaudy new contract extension.
Vikings Get Good News on Possible Return of QB Sam Darnold
The Minnesota Vikings can probably bring Sam Darnold back to the team, though only if he is willing to take a little less ...
Sam Darnold’s free-agent options: Which teams make the most sense and why?
The Vikings could bring back the 27-year-old, but other teams will likely be interested, too. Here's who could be in the market for the QB.
Kevin O’Connell: J.J. McCarthy able to have full offseason to show he can be starter
The quarterback position was central to the conversation at the end of season press conferences that the Vikings held on ...
Minnesota Vikings' Sam Darnold Finalist For NFL Comeback Player Of The Year
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold was announced as a finalist for the National Football League’s Comeback Player of ...
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Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell drops surprising take on JJ McCarthy while Sam Darnold's status remains uncertain
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell sparked buzz with his optimistic assessment of rookie quarterback JJ McCarthy's recovery from knee surgery.
Vikings Sam Darnold Projected to Land ‘Preposterous’ Deal in Free Agency
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold is expected to cash in this offseason due to a handful of factors around the NFL.