Sam Darnold, Kevin O'Connell

Kevin O’Connell appreciates Sam Darnold, but says “it did not work out in the end”
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell said after Monday night's loss to the Rams that quarterback Sam Darnold has a "special place in my heart" because of the way he played this season.
Kevin O’Connell, Sam Darnold and Brian Flores named finalists for NFL Honors
Kevin O’Connell, Sam Darnold and Brian Flores could be heading to New Orleans, after all. The Vikings head coach, quarterback and defensive coordinator were among the 40 finalists named Thursday for eight of the league’s most prestigious awards,
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell comments on Sam Darnold's performance vs. Rams
Sam Darnold had a nightmare showing vs. the Rams under the brightest lights. Here's what his head coach had to say about it.
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell named Coach of the Year by PFWA
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell was named the NFL Coach of the Year by the Pro Football Writers' Association on Thursday. O'Connell was also named as a finalist for the Associated Press Coach of the Year Award on Thursday.
Do the Vikings want QB Sam Darnold back? Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, Kevin O’Connell don’t say no.
Quarterback Sam Darnold’s disappointing finish to this Vikings season does not close the door on him returning to the team in 2025. General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah told reporters during Thursday’s season-ending news conference that Darnold is among the “good options” the Vikings have at quarterback moving forward.
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell, Brian Flores and Sam Darnold named AP award finalists
The NFL and Associated Press unveiled the finalists for year-end awards on Thursday, and among them are Kevin O'Connell for Coach of the Year, Brian Flores for Assistant Coach of the Year and Sam Darnold for Comeback Player of the Year.
Multiple Minnesota Vikings take crucial step to winning prestigious awards with head coach Kevin O'Connell leading the way
Kevin O'Connell, Brian Flores, and Sam Darnold nominated for prestigious awards. Both O'Connell and Darnold have been on a collision course for these awards over the course of the
Vikings Coach Drops 4-Word Message on Sam Darnold After Season’s End
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell defended quarterback Sam Darnold but made a blunt admission after a season-ending loss ot the ...
NFL News: Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell reportedly makes a decision on his future for next season
The Minnesota Vikings had a surprising season under Sam Darnold and Kevin O'Connell being a strong contender throughout the ...
Could Kevin O'Connell Be Interested in Jimmy Garoppolo?
Former Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold may be a hot enough property come this offseason, that the Vikings may not ...
Sam Darnold or J.J. McCarthy? For Vikings, it’s about what gives them ‘best chance to win’
Should the Vikings pay Darnold after his (mostly) excellent season? Or should they go with McCarthy and spend that money at ...
Vikings and coach Kevin O’Connell agree to a multiyear contract extension after a 14-win season
In three seasons with the Vikings, the 39-year-old O’Connell is 34-17 in the regular season and 0-2 in the playoffs.
Podcast: Debating the Vikings and Twins; explaining the NFL franchise tag
Delivery host Michael Rand isn’t interested in style points. Did the Wolves win against a depleted Dallas squad? Yes. That’s all you need to know, even if it did take uncharacteristically huge games ...
Matthew Coller: Future of the Vikings, Part 3: Are the offensive weapons set?
There are plenty of takeaways from each wide receiver and tight end’s season and pending free agents so let’s break them all ...
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Kevin O'Connell's Competitiveness Will Fuel the 2025 Offseason
Kevin O'Connell stood in front of reporters on Thursday and tried to explain how Sam Darnold and the offense came up short in ...