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Vikings Hit Reset by Firing GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah

Vikings Hit Reset by Firing GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah

The Minnesota Vikings have dismissed general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, ending his tenure after four seasons in charge of football operations. The move comes after internal evaluations following the season and signals a clear shift in direction from ownership.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / January 30
The Good, Bad, and Ugly From Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's Tenure as Vikings GM

The Good, Bad, and Ugly From Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's Tenure as Vikings GM

Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's four-year tenure as general manager of the Minnesota Vikings has come to an end. His firing, which was announced by the team on Friday, was fascinating from a timing standpoint but not entirely surprising in a vacuum.

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The 'Most TD in first two NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most TD in first two NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history with at least 40 touchdown passes combined in their first two seasons can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Yardbarker
The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Spun / January 30
Kevin O'Connell Issued Warning To Vikings General Manager Before Friday's Firing

Kevin O'Connell Issued Warning To Vikings General Manager Before Friday's Firing

At the end of the 2024 NFL season, things looked bright for the Minnesota Vikings. They were 14-3 with a journeyman quarterback in Sam Darnold and had a young player with a bright future in J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / January 30
Five potential candidates to be next Vikings GM

Five potential candidates to be next Vikings GM

Here are five potential candidates for the job.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / January 30

Rob Brzezinski to Lead Vikings Through April's Draft, GM Search Will Wait

The Vikings dropped a news bomb on Friday with the announcement that general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has been relieved of his duties after four years in the role.

NFL News / Yardbarker
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

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The 'Most TD in first two NFL seasons' quiz
 The 'Most TD in first two NFL seasons' quiz
The '100-yards + TD Conference Champ games' quiz
 The '100-yards + TD Conference Champ games' quiz
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Kwesi Adofo-Mensah News / Field Level Media / January 30
Vikings fire GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah

Vikings fire GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah

The Minnesota Vikings fired general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah on Friday. The move comes exactly eight months after Adofo-Mensah signed a multi-year contract extension with the Vikings.

Kwesi Adofo-Mensah News / Larry Brown Sports / January 30
Vikings make big change to their front office

Vikings make big change to their front office

The Minnesota Vikings have made a big change to their front office. The Vikings announced on Friday that they have fired general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / January 30
Vikings' GM decision increases doubts about J.J. McCarthy's future

Vikings' GM decision increases doubts about J.J. McCarthy's future

Adofo-Mensah's firing raises fresh doubts over quarterback McCarthy's future.

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J.J. McCarthy News / NFL Analysis Network / January 30
JJ McCarthy threw 12 interceptions and 11 touchdowns. The Vikings’ Plan B went 1-3

JJ McCarthy threw 12 interceptions and 11 touchdowns. The Vikings’ Plan B went 1-3

The Minnesota Vikings are facing a dilemma with their quarterback situation. JJ McCarthy showed promise last season, but his performance has been inconsistent.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / January 30
Justin Jefferson makes feelings on Pro Bowl clear after snub

Vikings WR Justin Jefferson makes feelings on Pro Bowl clear after snub

During a recent chat with USA Today Sports, Jefferson offered a take about not being selected as a Pro Bowler that may surprise fans who now decide to ignore the annual event.

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NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / January 30
Mac Jones linked to one team on the trade market

Mac Jones linked to one team on the trade market

Mac Jones may be parlaying his strong 2025 season into an opportunity for a starting gig elsewhere.

25 bold predictions for the 2026 NFL offseason
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Minnesota Vikings News / NFL Analysis Network / January 29
The Vikings are $40 million over the cap. What they do next tells you who they really believe in

The Vikings are $40 million over the cap. What they do next tells you who they really believe in

The Minnesota Vikings are $40 million over the projected salary cap. Jalen Nailor is a free agent. J.J. McCarthy threw 11 touchdowns and 12 interceptions last season.

Paul Allen News / Bring Me The News / January 25

KFAN's Paul Allen apologizes for 'cheap one-liner' about 'paid protesters'

Longtime Minnesota Vikings radio announcer Paul Allen's off-the-cuff comments about "paid protesters" on KFAN radio received backlash locally and have

Paul Allen News / Total Apex Sports / January 24

Voice Of The Minnesota Vikings Facing Pressure To Resign After ICE Protest Comment

Paul Allen, the longtime play-by-play announcer for the Minnesota Vikings, is facing widespread criticism and calls for his resignation following controversial comments he made about the ongoing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) protests in Minneapolis.

Jordan Addison News / Larry Brown Sports / January 23
Notable update emerges about Jordan Addison’s trespassing case

Notable update emerges about Jordan Addison’s trespassing case

Jordan Addison appears to be in the clear after his recent arrest. Florida state attorney Susan Lopez has decided to drop a misdemeanor trespassing charge against the Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Addison, Kevin Seifert of ESPN reported on Thursday.

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