Vikings, Kevin O'Connell and Sam Darnold

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.
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 wild-card round loss vs. the Rams.
Kevin O'Connell Breaks Silence on Vikings' Future at QB
Sam Darnold was supposed to be a one-year bridge to J.J. McCarthy, who would have had a chance to earn the starting job during the season. But then McCarthy hurt his knee, Minnesota sidelined him for his rookie campaign and Darnold went on to throw for more than 4,300 yards and 35 touchdowns.
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’ 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,
Kevin O’Connell’s J.J. McCarthy comments give Vikings no reason to bring back Darnold
Kevin O'Connell is high on J.J. McCarthy heading into next season as he draws a clear line with pending quarterback situation.
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 HC Kevin O'Connell addresses his NFL future and potential contract extension
Despite being eliminated by the Los Angeles Rams, the Minnesota Vikings had a strong NFL season, battling through injury ...
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Kevin O'Connell wants to sign contract extension: I love being Vikings head coach
The end of the Minnesota Vikings' season led to some big questions in the offseason. Among them, is Sam Darnold part of the ...