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.

Adofo-Mensah’s time in Minnesota was marked by uneven results, particularly in the draft. Several missed picks hurt roster depth and long-term planning, and quarterback decisions loomed large. The team failed to secure Daniel Jones and passed on pursuing Aaron Rodgers despite mutual interest on a potential below-market deal. Those choices added pressure to an already uncertain outlook.

Financially, the Vikings are in a tough spot. They enter the offseason with roughly $48 million in negative cap space, leaving little room to maneuver compared to most of the league. Only one team faces a tighter squeeze. That reality made recent roster and contract decisions even more critical.

For now, executive vice president of football operations Rob Brzezinski will oversee the team through the 2026 NFL Draft. After that, the Vikings plan a full search for their next general manager. The message is clear: Minnesota is betting on new leadership to stabilize the roster, fix the cap, and finally push the franchise toward real contention.