Kevin O'Connell Addresses Sam Darnold's Future

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.
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 Seemed to Speak About Sam Darnold With Air of Finality
O'Connell seemed to speak about Darnold with an air of finality after the team's wild-card round loss vs. the Rams.
Analysis: Vikings offensive line needs new parts, and coach Kevin O’Connell knows it
A question lobbed during the news conference after the Vikings' playoff loss to the Rams could have been ignored, but it definitely was not.
Kevin O'Connell Gets Honest About Sam Darnold's Performance Monday
Sam Darnold's breakout season with the Minnesota Vikings concluded on a sour note. Signed to a one-year deal after six erratic NFL seasons, Darnold made the most of what could have been his final starting opportunity.
Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell hints at Sam Darnold’s future after Wild Card loss to Rams
The Minnesota Vikings had their wildly successful season come to an end with a 27-9 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the Wild Card round of the playoffs, and after a rough outing for quarterback Sam Darnold,
Dan Campbell's Farewell Message to Kevin O'Connell Didn't Age Well
Dan Campbell’s “See you in two weeks” comment to Kevin O’Connell stirs Vikings’ off-season focus after playoff elimination.
Souhan: Late-season collapse didn’t damage Kevin O’Connell’s credibility
An investor named Bill Hwang once lost $20 billion in two days. Almost as much as Sam Darnold lost in the last week. American ...
Jace Frederick: Time to give Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell a playoff-caliber roster and see what happens
The young head coach has squeezed blood from a stone in two regular seasons; now he deserves the players to truly compete.
Kevin O'Connell Gives Blunt Assessment of Facing Former Boss in Sean McVay
O'Connell led the Vikings to a 14-3 record in 2024—claiming the NFC playoffs' No. 5 seed after failing to with the NFC North.
Vikings playoff hype train won't quiet Kevin O'Connell trade chatter
Heading into Minnesota's Wild Card matchup with the Los Angeles Rams, the public frenzy surrounding O'Connell only continues ...
Kevin O'Connell's wife Leah O'Connell
Kevin O'Connell's wife is Leah O'Connell, a fellow graduate from San Diego State University and a former student-athlete.
Pro Football Hall of Famer is a big fan of Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell
Kevin O’Connell has received tons of praise for guiding the Minnesota Vikings to a 14-3 record. A Hall of Fame quarterback ...
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NFL Mock Draft: Dane Brugler sends Vikings an intriguing weapon to bolster Kevin O'Connell's offense
The offseason is here for the Minnesota Vikings, which means that mock drafts will come fast and furious. The Athletic's Dane ...
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell earns Pete Carroll comparison from veteran
Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell has some of the traits that turn pros into living legends, and he's close to one in ...