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.
Do the Vikings want QB Sam Darnold back? Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, Kevin O’Connell don’t say no
Quarterback Sam Darnold’s disappointing finish to this Vikings season does not close the door on him returning to the team in 2025. General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah told reporters during Thursday’s season-ending news conference that Darnold is among the “good options” the Vikings have at quarterback moving forward.
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.
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 other positions?
Vikings Star's emotional farewell as Kevin O’Connell shares Sam Darnold’s future after playoff elimination
The Los Angeles Rams won 27-9 against the Vikings in the NFL wild-card round. The Rams’ defense recorded 7 sacks, tying a playoff record. Matthew Staf
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,
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 ...
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: 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 ...
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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 ...
Kevin O'Connell Wants Vikings Contract Extension After Dismissing NFL Trade Rumors
Kevin O'Connell once again asserted that he wants to remain with the Minnesota Vikings for the long term, telling reporters ...
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'I'm very excited': Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell provides major J.J. McCarthy update
The Minnesota Vikings had an incredible 14-3 regular season, but things went downhill in a hurry at the end of the year. The ...
Vikings face more QB questions with Darnold's expiring contract and McCarthy's knee recovery
The Minnesota Vikings have entered yet another offseason with significant questions around their quarterback depth chart ...
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Vikings GM Hints That J.J. McCarthy Nearly Earned Starting QB Job Over Sam Darnold Prior To Injury
Now that the Minnesota Vikings’ season has ended, talk has turned to what the team plans to do with its two quarterbacks, rookie J.J. McCarthy and 2024 starter Sam Darnold. Reports are now surfacing ...