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On YouTubeMinnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 28
Kevin O’Connell explains why Carson Wentz was allowed to play through torn shoulder
Kevin O'Connell kept Carson Wentz on the football field with a serious shoulder injury because Wentz allegedly wanted to take advantage of an opportunity to play meaningful football while also giving 22-year-old J.J.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 27
Vikings' issues in short yardage situations go far deeper than Kevin O'Connell's play calling, and a shift in philosophy could be needed
One of the things that has been an issue for the Minnesota Vikings during the tenure of head coach Kevin O'Connell has been finding success in short-yardage situations.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 26
How have Kevin O'Connell's Vikings teams bounced back from bad losses?
The Vikings got flat-out embarrassed in Thursday night's 37-10 loss to the Chargers. With just about nothing going right in any of the game's three phases, it was undoubtedly one of the worst performances of the Kevin O'Connell era (2022-present).
The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 24
Ranking the Vikings' 5 worst performances of the Kevin O'Connell era
The Vikings' 37-10 loss to the Chargers on Thursday night was one of the ugliest performances of the Kevin O'Connell era, which is now almost halfway through its fourth season.
32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season
It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 24
Ranking the Vikings' 5 worst performances of the Kevin O'Connell era
The Vikings' 37-10 loss to the Chargers on Thursday night was one of the ugliest performances of the Kevin O'Connell era, which is now almost halfway through its fourth season.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / October 24
Kevin O’Connell confirms J.J. McCarthy plan after Vikings' blowout loss to Chargers
Shortly after the Vikings fell to 3-4 on the season, O’Connell spoke with reporters and sounded like a head coach who was eager to turn back to Week 1 QB1 McCarthy.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 24
Kevin O'Connell confirms suspicion about Vikings starting quarterback situation after Thursday night loss vs. Chargers
The Minnesota Vikings have had a quarterback issue for the last six weeks, but they won't for much longer. Head coach Kevin O'Connell made it very clear who the starting quarterback is moving forward, and that is J.J.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / October 21
Vikings announce Week 8 quarterback plans
With Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy continuing to deal with a high ankle sprain, Carson Wentz will make his fifth straight start in Week 8.
NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 19
O'Connell leaves few clues about Vikings' QB situation after loss to Eagles
Given the opportunity to announce a starting quarterback for Thursday's game on short rest against the Chargers, Minnesota head coach Kevin O'Connell kept things a mystery.
2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10
With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / October 19
Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell will not name QB1 until J.J. McCarthy is 100 percent
Carson Wentz will serve as the Vikings’ starting quarterback again in Week 7, as presumptive QB1 J.J. McCarthy is still dealing with a high ankle sprain that has kept him on the sidelines since Week 3.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 15
What Kevin O'Connell said about the Vikings' QB decision on Wednesday
As expected, Kevin O'Connell didn't have any concrete updates to share about the Vikings' looming quarterback decision — which may or may not have already been made internally — at his latest press conference on Wednesday.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 14
Kevin O’Connell insists ‘there’s no mystery’ about Vikings’ QB situation
J.J. McCarthy could start Sunday when the Vikings host the Eagles, but it's starting to sound like the circumstances will have to be perfect for that to happen.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 13
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell has a plan for Sunday's game vs. Eagles that he won't reveal for one main reason
On the Monday coming out of the bye week, the hope was that the Minnesota Vikings would have a clearer picture at the quarterback position. J.J. McCarthy was set to return to practice and even did some work during the bye week.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 13
Kevin O'Connell provides positive injury news for Minnesota Vikings that will change the course of the team out of the bye week
The Minnesota Vikings are coming out of the bye week with a lot of injuries, but they are getting healthier. Head coach Kevin O'Connell gave us an update on Monday during his press conference, with the big news being that inside linebacker Blake Cashman will have his practice window activated ahead of Monday's practice.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 13
Kevin O'Connell shares encouraging injury updates on 7 key Vikings
Blake Cashman's 21-day practice window has been opened. That gives the Vikings three weeks to activate him from injured reserve, which is an indicator that he's close to returning from the hamstring strain he suffered in Week 1 against the Bears.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 7
Kevin O'Connell is showing improvement in one key area that will be key to a potential playoff run
The Minnesota Vikings have entered the bye week with a 3-2 record and a lot of questions they need to answer. The biggest of those is getting healthy. They have been decimated by injuries, with 10 starters having missed significant time so far this year.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 5
Vikings HC explains why WR Jordan Addison was benched early vs. Browns
What did Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison do to land in head coach Kevin O'Connell's doghouse?
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 4
Kevin O'Connell's latest comments are the perfect example why he's one of the NFL's best head coaches
When the Minnesota Vikings went through the hiring cycle after the 2021 season, they were the last to hire a head coach. At the time, Kevin O'Connell was viewed as a good candidate, but there were a multitude of other candidates who had the eyes of both the media and the Vikings.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 30
Vikings 'trying to navigate' after 11 of 22 starters go down in 4 weeks
If there's any team in the NFL that can blame a sluggish start on injuries, it's the Minnesota Vikings. Head coach Kevin O'Connell isn't allowing injuries to be an excuse, but he did casually mention how the Vikings have already had half of their 22 starters on offense and defense go down with injuries in the first four weeks of the season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 28
It sounds like Vikings are preparing for J.J. McCarthy to miss more than Steelers game
Conversations about whether or not the Minnesota Vikings could keep Carson Wentz as their starting QB when J.J. McCarthy recovers from his high right ankle sprain continue to hover over the team.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 19
Could Vikings keep a healthy J.J. McCarthy as a backup if Carson Wentz plays well?
ESPN's Kevin Seifert shared stats that show why backup Carson Wentz may have an opportunity to do more than serve as a spot-starter for Minnesota.
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 / 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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