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Kevin O'Connell's latest comments are the latest example why he's one of the NFL's best head coaches
When the Minnesota Vikings went through the hiring cycle after the 2021 season, they were the last to hire a head coach. At the time, Kevin O'Connell was viewed as a good candidate, but there were a multitude of other candidates who had the eyes of both the media and the Vikings.
What it does mean is that Kevin O'Connell needs to make a major adjustment to the game plan and the way he calls the offense at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. The strategic focus for the Vikings has to be the quick passing game.
Things could get very interesting for the Minnesota Vikings just as the season is starting. Now, Kevin O’Connell was very clear about who will take command of the offense against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Ahead of their London game, Minnesota Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell praised rookie G Joe Huber, who will be forced to start due to team injuries.
Due to a seemingly never-ending wave of injuries, the Vikings' offensive line is going to look quite a bit different for Sunday's game against the Browns in London. Justin Skule will play right tackle. Blake Brandel will play his first game at center. And to Brandel's left, rookie Joe Huber will make his NFL starting debut at left guard.
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Kevin O'Connell clears the air surroudning Christian Darrisaw's exit from Sunday's win vs. Browns
The Minnesota Vikings found a way to get it done against the Cleveland Browns with a 21-17 win. It wasn't an easy win for the Vikings, who needed a Carson Wentz touchdown pass to Jordan Addison with less than a minute remaining to get the win.
The Vikings had a chance to make a couple of big plays, yet they fell victim to their unique environment on the final drive of their 24-21 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Dublin, Ireland.