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Minnesota VikingsVikings: 3 cut candidates on Minnesota's roster entering 2024 offseason

Minnesota Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and head coach Kevin O’Connell have a slew of decisions to make as they prepare for their third season making the key decisions for the team. In many ways, this is the most important year of their partnership. They have had some success in their first two years, as […]

Minnesota VikingsBiggest need Vikings must address in the 2024 NFL offseason

The Minnesota Vikings are something of an enigma as the 2024 offseason moves forward. After winning the NFC North in 2022, the Vikings believed they had corrected many of their defensive woes by hiring Brian Flores as defensive coordinator. Since the offense had been the team’s strength, there was plenty of hope that the Vikings […]

Minnesota VikingsEarly Vikings free agent targets after 2023 season ends short of playoffs

The Minnesota Vikings begin Year 3 of the current regime with Kwesi Adofo-Mensah at general manager and Kevin O’Connell at head coach. The clock has been ticking and the Vikings had some surprising success in Year 1 and true disappointment in Year 2. It’s time for significant growth and progress in Year 3. Teams don’t […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings most to blame for missing playoffs in 2023 season

The Minnesota Vikings had high hopes coming into the 2023 NFL season. They had won the NFC North title last year with a 13-4 record, and head coach Kevin O’Connell had a talented team lead by Justin Jefferson, Kirk Cousins and Danielle Hunter coming back. Additionally, the Vikings had hired Brian Flores to take over […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings: Kevin O'Connell's reassuring Jaren Hall take after benching vs. Packers

The Minnesota Vikings have been fighting to stay in playoff contention against all odds for much of the season, but they may have been dealt a finishing blow in Week 17 with a 33-10 loss to the Green Bay Packers. Along the way, rookie quarterback Jaren Hall was benched by Kevin O’Connell, which was the […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings coach Kevin O'Connell addresses QB situation after benching Jaren Hall for Nick Mullens vs. Packers

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell went in another direction once again midway through their 33-10 Week 17 loss to the Green Bay Packers on New Year’s Eve. O’Connell benched Jaren Hall, who started on Sunday, and opted to go with Nick Mullens in the second half. The Vikings coach, however, remained non-committal on who […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings HC Kevin O'Connell uses Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant analogy for Justin Jefferson

Ever since Kirk Cousins suffered a season-ending Achilles injury back in October, the Minnesota Vikings’ offense has been going through tough times. With the team’s backup quarterbacks struggling, head coach Kevin O’Connell continues to look for answers as the Vikings now hold a record of below .500 and are struggling to clinch a playoff spot. […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Jaren Hall reacts to being named starter for Week 17 vs. Packers

While it has been a rollercoaster for the Minnesota Vikings and their quarterback carousel, add another development to the list as rookie Jaren Hall was announced as the starting signal-caller by head coach Kevin O’Connell. Vikings fans might have not seen this type of changes coming as they for sure thought that Kirk Cousins would […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings HC Kevin O'Connell's heartfelt reaction to devastating TJ Hockenson knee injury

Minnesota Vikings tight end TJ Hockenson will miss the remainder of the 2024 season after suffering a knee injury. The Minnesota tight end endured a torn ACL and MCL. Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell reacted to the devastating news Tuesday, via the Minnesota Vikings on X (formerly Twitter). “TJ, I can’t say enough just looking […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Justin Jefferson injury update is bad news for Lions

The Minnesota Vikings take on the Detroit Lions in Week 16 in a game that could clinch the NFC North for the Lions and make or break the Vikings’ playoff chances. Ahead of this crucial matchup, Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell gave an update about superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson that should have the Lions […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings HC Kevin O'Connell's message to Nick Mullens ahead of crucial game vs. Lions

The Minnesota Vikings are preparing for a crucial battle with the Detroit Lions in Week 16. Detroit certainly wasn’t expecting to see Nick Mullens at quarterback when they faced the Vikings for the first time in 2023. However, Kirk Cousins’ injury and Josh Dobbs’ benching has led to Mullens being under center. The quarterback has […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Kevin O'Connell speaks on Josh Dobbs' mindset after benching in favor of Nick Mullens

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell recently spoke on the questions surrounding the quarterback room, with Josh Dobbs and Nick Mullens sharing snaps in Week 14. O’Connell spoke on the impact that Dobbs made on the organization, but he believes, it’s time to see what Mullens does behind the wheel. Mullens will be the starter for […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' biggest concerns after hideous Week 14 win over Raiders

The Vikings may have put their 2-game losing streak to an end when they defeated the Raiders 3-0 in Week 14, but head coach Kevin O’Connell has a boatload of problems to deal with immediately. The once-formidable offense has fallen apart, and while much of it is due to injuries, that’s not going to satisfy […]

NBAVikings: Kevin O'Connell's Joshua Dobbs plan post-bye after bad game vs. Bears

Joshua Dobbs had an incredible start with the Minnesota Vikings after he was traded by the Arizona Cardinals at the deadline. Things came to a crashing halt on Monday Night Football against the Chicago Bears, however: Josh Dobbs has just tossed his 4th pick of the game 😳pic.twitter.com/amiliVg1rF — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) November 28, 2023 The Vikings cautiously chose […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Justin Jefferson Week 10 injury return quickly shut down

The Minnesota Vikings opened wide receiver Justin Jefferson’s 21-day practice window as he is recovering from his hamstring injury, and while the team technically could activate him for Sunday’s game against the New Orleans Saints, head coach Kevin O’Connell pretty much shut down that idea in his press conference on Wednesday. “I think that would […]

Las Vegas RaidersSilverman's Sacks and Scrambles: What Raiders' Antonio Pierce changed after Josh McDaniels fiasco

A week after the Las Vegas Raiders fired Josh McDaniels, the implications for both the team and their former coach are quite extreme. The first game for the Raiders under new coach Antonio Pierce turned out to be a huge success, but the prospects for the rest of the season are challenging. The effort level […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Kevin O'Connell gets brutally honest on Cam Akers' devastating injury

The Minnesota Vikings received another devastating injury blow during their game against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 9. Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell confirmed running back Cam Akers suffered a left Achilles injury during the game, per ESPN’s Kevin Seifert. “I can’t confirm the severity at this time but that is what we’re fearing,” Kevin […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Kevin O'Connell addresses Justin Jefferson's potential Week 10 return from injury

The earliest star Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson is eligible to return from his hamstring injury is Week 10. The Vikings placed Jefferson on Injured Reserve following the injury, which means he has to stay out for at least four weeks. However, Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell is unsure of if Jefferson will be ready […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Kevin O'Connell sends defiant message after Kirk Cousins injury

The Minnesota Vikings 2023 season has been sent in a spiral following a season-ending injury to quarterback Kirk Cousins. That comes after star wide receiver Justin Jefferson has been on the shelf with a hamstring injury. It’d be easy for the Vikings to pack it in and move on to next year, but Cousins gave […]

Minnesota VikingsKirk Cousins' Vikings future after Achilles injury draws eye-opening take from Kevin O'Connell

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell spoke to the media Tuesday about the possible future of quarterback Kirk Cousins despite the Achilles injury. Cousins suffered from a tear to his Achilles in the win against the Green Bay Packers last Sunday that will keep him out for the rest of the season. O’Connell was asked if […]

Minnesota VikingsHow Jordan Addison earned Kirk Cousins, Kevin O'Connell's trust after Vikings' win over 49ers

Jordan Addison officially introduced himself to the NFL world on Monday night with his best performance yet in primetime against the daunting San Francisco 49ers defense. The Minnesota Vikings rookie starred in their 22-17 upset win, catching seven passes for 123 yards and two touchdowns. This was not the first game that Addison had an […]

Minnesota VikingsJoe Buck roasts Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell for telling T.J. Hockenson to fake an injury

The Minnesota Vikings picked up a massive upset victory over the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football in Week 7, and a big reason why was because of T.J. Hockenson, who hauled in 11 passes for 86 yards on the night. Hockenson was involved in an interesting moment early on in the game where […]

Minnesota VikingsESPN cameras caught Vikings' Kevin O'Connell telling TJ Hockenson to fake an injury

The Minnesota Vikings have an opportunity to make a statement in Week 7’s Monday Night Football matchup against the San Francisco 49ers. Head coach Kevin O’Connell wants the Vikings to win so bad he has pulled out a trick out of his magic hat. With the Vikings driving down the field, tight end TJ Hockenson […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings coach Kevin O'Connell addresses Minnesota offense without Justin Jefferson following injury blow

The Minnesota Vikings are planning to place wide receiver Justin Jefferson on Injured Reserve after he sustained a hamstring injury during the Vikings 27-20 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Jefferson will have to miss at least four games while on IR. With Jefferson out, Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell is figuring out how they’ll adjust […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings WR Justin Jefferson's injury status draws truth bomb from Kevin O'Connell

The Minnesota Vikings could be without Justin Jefferson for some time after he hurt his hamstring in the loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, but head coach Kevin O’Connell said they will not put their star wide receiver at risk when he returns. “He’s down today,” Kevin O’Connell said, via Kevin Seifert of […]

Minnesota VikingsKevin O'Connell's optimistic reaction to Vikings' Week 5 loss to Chiefs

On Sunday, the Minnesota Vikings dropped to 1-4 on the 2023 campaign following a crushing home loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Although Minnesota made things very competitive against the reigning Super Bowl Champion Chiefs, ultimately, Minnesota was unable to get over the hump, sending another brutal blow to their chances of salvaging the 2023 […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Kevin O'Connell reveals updated Alexander Mattison plan after Cam Akers trade

While the Minnesota Vikings have yet to pick up a win this season, they still made a trade with the Los Angeles Rams for running back Cam Akers. With Akers now ready to suit up for the Vikings, head coach Kevin O’Connell has an interesting plan for him and Alexander Mattison. Minnesota plans to, “ride […]

Minnesota VikingsKevin O'Connell reveals key ingredient to 'losing formula' plaguing Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings are 0-3 to start the 2023 season, a woefully disappointing result for the reigning NFC North champs. There are numerous issues with the team but one of them is something they can nip in the bud immediately: turnovers. More specifically, fumbles. Fumbles have been a massive issue for the Vikings all season […]

Minnesota Vikings3 Vikings to blame for crushing defeat to Chargers

If the Minnesota Vikings are going to listen to long-time NFL observers, they will come to the conclusion that their 2023 season came to an end in Week 3 because they lost their third consecutive game to start the season. Teams that start the season 0-3 have virtually no chance to make the playoffs, with […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Kevin O'Connell explained controversial decision in loss to Chargers

It looked like the Minnesota Vikings would pull off a last second win against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, but Kirk Cousins threw an interception after Kevin O’Connell did not call a spike as the Vikings entered scoring range. Kevin O’Connell took time to explain the move after the game. O’Connell said that he […]

Minnesota VikingsKevin O'Connell's hilarious strategy to help Vikings fix fumble woes

Kevin O’Connell went back to football basics during practice this week in hopes of preventing his team from continuing to cough up fumbles at an all-time pace. The Minnesota Vikings lost a whopping six fumbles through the first two weeks of the season, the most by any team in 20 years. But if practice work […]

New England PatriotsAround the NFL: Patriots' Bill Belichick in danger of season in AFC East cellar

Bill Belichick faces the real prospect of finishing in last place in the AFC East for the first time since 2000, his first year with the New England Patriots, if his team goes into MetLife Stadium Sunday and loses to the New York Jets. Most don’t remember Belichick’s five-year run with the Cleveland Browns from […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Kevin O'Connell gets real on run game struggles in loss to Eagles

Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell opened up about his team’s rushing struggles in its second straight loss. Via ESPN: “We need to run the football more,” O’Connell said, “but our yards per carry is not justifying that other than just the overall landscape of how that does help our team. “It becomes a question you’ve […]

Minnesota VikingsKevin O'Connell speaks out on costly Kirk Cousins goal line interception

The Minnesota Vikings have come into the 2023 season with high hopes of defending their NFC North championship and joining the Philadelphia Eagles and the San Francisco 49ers as the top teams in the conference. Based on the way his team played in the season opener at home against the non-descript Tampa Bay Bucs, head […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Kevin O'Connell says potential Dalvin Cook replacement 'jumped out' in preseason

The Minnesota Vikings will have to find a replacement for Pro Bowl running back Dalvin Cook, who was released back in June. Many tabbed Alexander Mattison, Cook’s longtime Vikings backup, as the logical next lead back. But Mattison may have some competition for that title, as halfback Ty Chandler was named as a player who […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings HC Kevin O'Connell's reasoning for not challenging insane Jordan Addison catch will upset fans

In his NFL debut, Minnesota Vikings rookie Jordan Addison had one catch for 22 yards. The wide receiver should’ve had even better stats in the Vikings’ preseason matchup with the Seattle Seahawks Thursday night. Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell failed to challenge an insane Jordan Addison catch on the sidelines that the officials ruled incomplete. The […]

Minnesota VikingsKirk Cousins gets 100% real on Kevin O'Connell's Vikings quarterback strategy

Kirk Cousins has gotten accustomed to the Minnesota Vikings’ offensive schematics after a whole five years with them. Their QB1 surpassed a lot of expectations since being plugged into the position. Although, he credits all that success with Justin Jefferson to Kevin O’Connell’s game-changing system. The Vikings coach has a completely bizarre outlook on how […]

Minnesota VikingsDalvin Cook's Vikings release brings heartwarming message from Kevin O'Connell

Dalvin Cook was recently released by the Minnesota Vikings. Cook, a star running back, is expected to draw no shortage of interest in free agency. Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell broke his silence Tuesday on Minnesota’s decision to move on from Cook, per the Vikings’ Twitter. “His leadership, his work ethic, what he meant to our […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Kevin O'Connell breaks silence on Dalvin Cook release

With the Minnesota Vikings officially releasing Dalvin Cook Friday, fans can expect to hear many tributes and heartfelt well-wishes. The organization wasted little time expressing what the star running back meant to the franchise and community. “I hold Dalvin in the highest regard and am grateful for his contributions on and off the field,” head […]

Minnesota VikingsJustin Jefferson's absence from voluntary workouts draws response from Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell

Minnesota Vikings superstar Justin Jefferson has been absent from voluntary team workouts, which has raised some questions about a potential contract dispute between the two sides. Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell said he’s been in contact with Jefferson throughout much of the offseason. “It’s one of those things that we’ve had great dialogue throughout the […]

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