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On YouTubeMinnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 9
Kevin O'Connell's major advantage in one-score games can't be quantified, and it's the biggest reason for the Vikings' success
One of the biggest reasons given for the Minnesota Vikings taking a step backwards in the 2025 season was their record in one-score games. Head coach Kevin O'Connell has been incredible in one-score games over his three years, going 21-9 in games decided by eight points or less.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 9
Kevin O'Connell's praises J.J. McCarthy after comeback win in NFL debut
JJ McCarthy got off to a slow start to his NFL career, but that just set the stage for an epic fourth quarter performance to steal a comeback win in his debut.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 9
What Vikings HC said to J.J. McCarthy at halftime of comeback win vs. Bears
McCarthy produced three fourth-quarter touchdown drives to guide his club to a come-from-behind 27-24 victory.
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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 8
Vikings, Bears honor victims of Minneapolis church shooting before MNF
Players, coaches, and staff members from both the Vikings and Bears wore shirts honoring the victims of the recent shooting at a Minneapolis church during warmups ahead of Monday night's game at Soldier Field.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 8
Video shows rough Soldier Field turf hours before Vikings-Bears season opener
Soldier Field has a history of providing some less than ideal field conditions, and it appears that iffy field turf could be an issue when the Vikings and Bears open the 2025-26 season Monday night..
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 2
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell reacts to questions over Soldier Field turf
Kevin O'Connell isn't too worried about the grass at Soldier Field being in tip-top shape for Monday night's season opener between the Vikings and Bears, but he is aware of Chicago's sloppy history and how field conditions have played a role in Minnesota games in the past.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 2
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell is among the league's best play callers with one element separating him from the pack
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell is among the league's best play callers, ranking fifth among defensive coordinators in a piece from Ted Nguyen of The Athletic.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 23
Kevin O'Connell bids farewell to Harrison Phillips, gives injury updates
Kevin O'Connell opened his press conference after Friday night's preseason finale in Tennessee by discussing the difficulty of trading away Harrison Phillips, a team captain who had started every single game for Minnesota over the past three seasons.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 20
Nine wide receivers the Vikings might find on the trade block
Even though Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell hasn't outright said he's worried about the wide receiver depth, it's become apparent that Minnesota could be targeting a wide receiver on the trade market.
25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about
As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 14
Consider J.J. McCarthy update a vote of confidence from Vikings
The Vikings have seen what they needed to see from second-year quarterback J.J. McCarthy thus far.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / July 25
Vikings' Justin Jefferson sends message to fans about expectations for J.J. McCarthy
All-Pro wide receiver Justin Jefferson touched upon what Vikings supporters and NFL fans alike should expect from J.J. McCarthy in 2025.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / July 21
What Vikings' Kevin O'Connell learned about J.J. McCarthy amid lost rookie season
During a recent chat with Kevin Seifert of ESPN, O'Connell touched upon how his experiences with McCarthy throughout the 2024 campaign helped Minnesota determine that the 22-year-old will be ready to serve as Sam Darnold's full-time replacement this September.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / June 29
Potential for a Minnesota Vikings playoff run relies on one major aspect
The Minnesota Vikings have themselves set up for a playoff run in 2025. Head coach Kevin O'Connell and general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah have worked really hard to build up a complete team to maximize the rookie quarterback contract window.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / June 27
Minnesota Vikings have massive advantage over the rest of the NFL thanks to head coach Kevin O'Connell
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell is one of the best head coaches in the National Football League. Arguably, the best thing that he's good at is maximizing the talent he currently has, especially at quarterback.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / June 25
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell snubbed from list of NFL's top 10 head coaches
One analyst's recent ranking of the top ten head coaches in the NFL doesn't include the reigning coach of the year in the league. Dalton Wasserman of Pro Football Focus put together his top 10 returning head coaches and the Vikings' Kevin O'Connell, despite his success over the last three seasons, didn't make the cut.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / June 18
NFL analysts: Vikings have best offensive supporting cast in NFC
The Vikings have the best supporting cast of offensive players (and coaches) around their quarterback in the NFC, at least according to Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen of The Athletic.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 3
Aaron Rodgers contacted Kevin O’Connell on Vikings interest
Although the Steelers continue to express confidence Aaron Rodgers will eventually become their next starting quarterback, the four-time MVP is moving toward a fourth week as a free agent.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / February 9
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell puts QB drama to rest with eight words
The Minnesota Vikings' quarterback dilemma isn't as complicated as it appears, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell.
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / January 21
Vikings make big announcement about HC Kevin O’Connell
Vikings owner Mark Wilf issued a statement on Tuesday revealing that the team has signed Kevin O’Connell to a contract extension.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / January 21
Vikings confirm major Kevin O'Connell move following wild-card loss
O'Connell has led Minnesota to a 34-17 record.
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / January 6
Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell addresses surprising rumor about his future
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell addressed reports that his long-term future is in flux and could even lead to a trade. O’Connell firmly denied the rumors when addressing the media on Monday.
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / January 5
Vikings respond to the wild Kevin O’Connell trade rumor
The Minnesota Vikings on Sunday responded to the wild trade rumor involving Kevin O’Connell.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / January 5
Multiple teams may try to trade for Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell
Because the 39-year-old is entering a theoretical lame-duck campaign, rival clubs apparently feel it is at least worth making an overture to the Vikes to gauge trade interest.
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / January 5
Report: NFL teams exploring trade for prominent head coach
Several NFL teams will be searching for a new head coach in the coming days, and some of them are reportedly planning to explore the trade market to find their new leader.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / December 8
Report: Vikings expected to offer extension to HC Kevin O’Connell
Kevin O’Connell‘s third season at the helm of the Vikings has gone well to date.
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