Kwesi Adofo-Mensah: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 7

Could the Vikings-Commanders result decide Kwesi Adofo-Mensah’s future?

Having signed a four-year contract extension just six months ago, the seat under Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah might be heating up. According to Charley Walters of the Pioneer Press, there's a chance Adofo-Mensah is fired this week if the Vikings don't beat the Commanders on Sunday.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / November 20

Minnesota Vikings make bizarre roster move that raises serious questions about Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's roster building

The Minnesota Vikings made a surprise roster move on Thursday afternoon when they waived cornerback Dwight McGlothern from the active roster. It's quite a surprising move from the Vikings.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / November 16

Minnesota Vikings NFL Draft strategy takes a big hit due to no fault of their own, but not all hope is lost

The Minnesota Vikings entered the 2025 season with the potential to receive three compensatory NFL Draft picks. General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah made his signings in free agency with the compensatory picks in mind, as defensive tackles Jonathan Allen and Javon Hargrave didn't count toward the formula.

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NFL News / purplePTSD.com / November 12

Former Viking Lands With the Los Angeles Rams

In the eyes of some Vikings fans, GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah still hasn’t recovered from the horrific results of the 2022 draft class. Without any doubt, that was not a good class at all.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

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Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / November 1

The Vikings’ Draft Pick Collection Ahead of the ’25 NFL Trade Deadline

If there is to be a trade — especially to bring someone in — the Vikings’ draft pick collection is going to come into focus. Give a pile of credit to Craig Peters of the Vikings’ website.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 30

Tom Pelissero talks Vikings trade buzz and where Kirk Cousins fits in

Nothing is imminent on the Vikings' trade front, but NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero says Minnesota general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah is actively working the phones.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 30

Kwesi Adofo-Mensah is Facing the Music

Fans amongst the Vikings kingdom are coming around to the idea that Kwesi Adofo-Mensah may not be the general manager that we were hoping him to be. His 2024 free agency haul was an absolute masterclass, with names like Blake Cashman and Andrew Van Ginkel becoming immediate difference-makers on Brian Flores’ vaunted defensive unit.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 29

Minnesota Vikings and Kwesi Adofo-Mensah continue to make out like bandits following Aidan Hutchinson extension news

Contracts for star players are getting bigger and bigger across the NFL, especially for non-quarterbacks. The ball go rolling last summer when the Vikings beat the wide receiver market by $5 million per season when they signed Justin Jefferson to a new contract worth $35 million per year.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 27

Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's NFL Draft record continues to receive major criticism, but the real answer isn't a simple one

The Minnesota Vikings are currently sitting at 3-4 with a decent shot at having their record get even worse with a very difficult schedule coming up in the coming weeks.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 26

The Vikings’ Top 3 Bold Trade Candidates

On November 4th, the NFL will arrive at the league’s trade deadline. Who are the Vikings’ top 3 trade candidates? Mr. Kwesi Adofo-Mensah isn’t a shy guy.

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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.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 22

Kevin O’Connell Isn’t Going to Budge

Kevin O’Connell comes across as an affable, charming guy. He should also come across as someone who is quite stubborn. The Vikings’ head coach has a vision and is willing to stick to it (not too dissimilar from GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah).

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 16

The Vikings’ Trade Checklist Ahead of the ’25 NFL Deadline

The Vikings’ trade habits have increased since Kwesi Adofo-Mensah took over in 2022. The young GM has orchestrated a whopping 34 trades. Notably, there has never been a season when Adofo-Mensah hasn’t pulled off at least one swap.

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Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 10

The Move Kwesi Adofo-Mensah Probably Wants Back

Sacrificing (more than) a 4th-Round selection alongside (close to) $4.6 million in cap space is a decent amount. Has Adam Thielen been worth it? Pretty decisively, the answer is no even though Kevin O’Connell has tried to run some interference.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 9

Vikings Trade Idea Goes Up in Smoke

Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has not been afraid of pulling the trade trigger in his tenure as Minnesota’s top executive. One of his first major moves was a trade-down in the 2022 draft to secure more draft capital; he also acquired T.J.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 3

Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's UDFA prowess takes center stage Sunday and it could decide Week 5 game vs. Browns

Injuries have absolutely decimated the offensive line for the Minnesota Vikings, and it could end up being a disaster come Sunday against the Cleveland Browns.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 27

Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah could gain a big advantage for Minnesota by targeting a hometown impact player

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Minnesota Vikings News / The SportsRush / May 30

From Playing Basketball At Princeton To Becoming Vikings GM, Here’s All You Need To Know About Kwesi Adofo-Mensah’s NFL Journey

Minnesota Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and head coach Kevin O’Connell have created a new culture in the Twin Cities since they arrived in tandem in 2022.

Minnesota Vikings News / Field Level Media / May 30

Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah signs extension

The Minnesota Vikings announced a multiyear contract extension for general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah on Friday. The Vikings are 34-17 with two postseason appearances since Adofo-Mensah and head coach Kevin O'Connell arrived ahead of the 2022 season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / May 30

Vikings extend GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah

Kevin O’Connell landed an extension this offseason, ensuring the Vikings will have their head coach in place for years to come. The same is now true of their general manager.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 30

Vikings Sign GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah To Multi-Year Extension

According to multiple reports, the Minnesota Vikings have signed GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah to a multi-year contract extension on Friday. Adam Schefter mentions

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / May 12

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 5

Anonymous NFL executives bash Vikings' offseason, question Adofo-Mensah

There are some rather interesting quotes from anonymous NFL executives, weighing in on the Vikings' offseason, in a recent article from The Athletic's Mike Sando (subscription required).

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 3

Vikings GM gives hint of QB plans amid Rodgers, McCarthy rumors

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Back in late March, the GM declined to slam the door shut on possibly signing Rodgers as McCarthy continues to recover from the full meniscus repair that sidelined him for all of last season.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 31

Vikings owner confirms 'very, very positive' contract talks with GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah

Is it just a matter of time before the Minnesota Vikings sign general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah to a contract extension? According to Vikings owner Mark Wilf, who is at the Annual League Meetings in Palm Beach, Florida, the Vikings are working to get a deal done.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 28