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.
Do the Vikings want QB Sam Darnold back? Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, Kevin O’Connell don’t say no
The Vikings general manager told reporters Thursday that Darnold is among the “good options” the Vikings have at quarterback while adding that J.J. McCarthy has returned to on-field training.
Kevin O’Connell Points Out Sam Darnold’s “Body Of Work” But Admits “It Did Not Work Out In The End”
In the immediate aftermath of the Vikings’ shocking 27-9 upset loss to the Rams to close out wildcard weekend, Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell made it a point
Vikings, Kevin O’Connell agree to extension: Why now? What comes next?
O'Connell, 39, lands a contract extension after guiding Vikings to 14-3 record with Sam Darnold at quarterback.
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.
Vikings’ Sam Darnold, Kevin O’Connell sound off on historic 9-sack meltdown
The Minnesota Vikings had a rough exit in the 2024 NFL Playoffs, with Sam Darnold getting sacked nine times in the 27-9 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the Wild Card round. After a 14-3 regular 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 ink Kevin O’Connell to multi-year extension
EAGAN, MN (Dakota News Now) -The Minnesota Vikings announced today the team has agreed to terms on a multi-year contract extension with Head Coach Kevin O’Connell.
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.
Vikings agree to multi-year contract extension with Kevin O’Connell
Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. On Tuesday afternoon, the Vikings announced they have agreed to terms on a multi-year contract extension with O’Connell. The exact length of the contract extension and the average annual value were not made public.
Vikings agree to long-term deal with head coach Kevin O'Connell
The Minnesota Vikings didn't have the dream ending to their season that they hoped. However, the front office still has faith in head coach Kevin O'Connell.
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 ...
Kevin O’Connell: J.J. McCarthy able to have full offseason to show he can be starter
The quarterback position was central to the conversation at the end of season press conferences that the Vikings held on ...
Vikings do everything in their power to ensure J.J. McCarthy will make it
Quarterback J.J. McCarthy was at the helm of the Michigan Wolverines a year ago at this time when his team pushed around the ...
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Jahmyr Gibbs' stellar game makes it clear he should be Detroit Lions’ starting RB
Sam Darnold turned back into a pumpkin after ... It didn’t help that coach Kevin O’Connell’s play calls were uninspired near the goal line and didn’t give Darnold enough shallow options.
How O’Connell should approach QB situation
Mike Florio and Chris Simms discuss how Sam Darnold’s final few games could have a lasting impact on his confidence and why ...
What's next for Sam Darnold and the Minnesota Vikings?
Sam Darnold piled up stats this season, charmed the fanbase and probably earned himself a nice payday in the process. But ...
Kevin O'Connell Hedges on Vikings' Outlook at QB Heading Into 2025
Last summer, Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell gave J.J. McCarthy a ringing endorsement as the team's quarterback of ...