Vikings Face Tension with Coach Kevin O'Connell

Florio claims tension exists between Kevin O’Connell and Vikings ownership
Mike Florio of NBC Sports' ProFootballTalk is a prolific NFL media figure who is never shy about stirring up the pot. He has a tendency to weigh in on various hypotheticals and rumors from around the league, sometimes driving them with his own reporting.
Vikings Facing ‘Tension’ With Coach Kevin O’Connell, Insider Says
There's a potential "tension" between the Vikings and coach Kevin O'Connell entering expected contract talks in the 2025 offseason.
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.
O’Connell’s leverage with Vikings has dropped
Mike Florio and Chris Simms assess the likelihood of the Vikings signing Kevin O’Connell to a contract extension this offseason and how his last two games of the season will hurt his case.
Report: There is Tension Between Kevin O’Connell and the Minnesota Vikings
Tension between the Minnesota Vikings and head coach Kevin O'Connell appear to be affecting contract extension talks between the two sides.
Vikings Face Tension with Coach Kevin O'Connell Amid Contract Talks and Team Issues
As Minnesota Vikings prepare for the offseason, tensions rise between Coach Kevin O'Connell and the organization, with contract talks and roster concerns taking center stage.
Kevin O'Connell Might Not Sign Extension With Vikings, Per Report
While the wider football world speculates about the short-term future of quarterback Sam Darnold, a more long-term problem that the Minnesota Vikings could be facing is the future of head coach Kevin O'Connell.
Kevin O’Connell Blames Minnesota Vikings O-line After Loss
Who's to blame? Ball-holding Sam Darnold, the play-calling of Kevin O'Connell, or the pass blocking of the Minnesota Vikings' offensive line.
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.
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 ...
Key Kevin O'Connell Assistant Takes Step Towards Leaving Vikings After Playoff Loss to Rams
The Minnesota Vikings 2024 campaign came crashing down in the wild card round, as they suffered a discouraging 27-9 defeat at ...
Kevin O'Connell Gives Blunt Assessment of Facing Former Boss in Sean McVay
Sean McVay and Kevin O'Connell—have a history together, and have even been described as "best friends." O'Connell notably ...
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.
Paul Allen Suspicious of Kevin O’Connell Trade Rumors; Questions Timing of Initial Report…
The Minnesota Vikings had to deal with Kevin O'Connell trade rumors down the stretch and Paul Allen isn't here for it.
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell Seemed to Speak About Sam Darnold With Air of Finality
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell seemed to speak about quarterback Sam Darnold with an air of finality after the team's ...
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 ...
Jim 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 ...
Kevin O'Connell reacts to Vikings' ugly loss, sudden end of special season
It was an ugly end to the season for everyone, but specifically for a quarterback who did so many good things all season long ...