Kevin O’Connell appreciates Sam Darnold’s work, 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.
Troy Aikman: Sam Darnold's poor play will have big impact on future
Troy Aikman joins Scott Van Pelt to explain why Sam Darnold's performances against the Lions and Rams to end the season will impact his free agency.
One stat puts Sam Darnold's first half against the Rams in perspective
The first half for the Vikings against the Rams in the NFL’s Wild Card round could not have been worse. When we say that, one stat proves it could not have been worse for one player,
Sam Darnold: I clearly just didn’t play good enough the last couple weeks
You know, I clearly just didn’t play good enough the last couple weeks,” Darnold said in his postgame press conference. " [L]eft too many throws out there that I would usually make. Gotta take better care of the football — today,
Vikings QB Sam Darnold: 'I just didn't play good enough'
Vikings QB Sam Darnold spoke with reporters after a 27-9 loss to the Rams in the NFC Wild Card Playoffs to end the season 14-4. Darnold was sacked a playoff record nine times.
Sam Darnold crumbles under pressure, Vikings bow out of playoffs with loss to Rams
The pressure got to veteran quarterback Sam Darnold. Both literally and figuratively. There’s no way around it. In the biggest game of his career on Monday night at State Farm Stadium, Darnold imploded in front of a national audience,
Ram sacked: Sam Darnold implodes again, Vikings bow out of playoffs
The pressure got to veteran quarterback Sam Darnold. Both literally and figuratively. There’s no way around it. In the biggest game of his career on Monday night at State Farm Stadium, Darnold imploded in front of a national audience,
Dan Campbell's Week 18 Message to Kevin O'Connell Resurfaces After Vikings Lose to Rams
After thumping the Minnesota Vikings in Week 18, Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell told Kevin O'Connell he'd 'see [him] ...
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.
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 reacts to Vikings' ugly loss, sudden end of special season
Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell stood in front of his team and gave a victorious postgame speech in the locker room.
Sean McVay coaching tree: Rams HC's disciples include Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell
Los Angeles Rams HC Sean McVay's coaching tree includes Minnesota Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell. The two face off in the NFL ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
How Kevin O'Connell Met His Former Volleyball Player Wife, Leah
In just a few hours the Minnesota Vikings will take the field against the Los Angeles Rams with a berth in the NFC's ...
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NFL Fans Stunned By Kevin O'Connell's Curious Coaching Decisions
Kevin O'Connell and the Minnesota Vikings had a tremendous 2024 regular season, but tonight's playoff game has been a ...
Does Kevin O'Connell need a win against the Rams for his contract extension?
Kevin O’Connell and the Vikings will be on the road on Monday night as they look to get revenge against the Rams in the best ...
Kevin O'Connell Facing Backlash Over Daniel Jones Decision
Following an unfortunate first half performance on Monday night, calls are mounting for the Minnesota Vikings to bench ...