Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell met with the team’s ownership group this week and expressed his desire for a contract extension. O’Connell said he has had “great dialogue” with the ownership, adding that he wants to remain with the team. The decision comes amid reports of interest from other NFL teams in trading for O’Connell.
O’Connell’s current contract expires after the 2025 season and he led the Vikings to a 14-3 record this past season, setting him up to command a more lucrative deal. General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah also signed a four-year contract when hired in January 2022 and expressed his appreciation for the ownership’s support.
O’Connell stated that he loves being the head coach of the Vikings and has a great relationship with the ownership, while Adofo-Mensah said he feels fortunate to be part of an organization that believes in its players and coaches. The two coaches are seeking new deals, but both emphasized their commitment to the team’s success.
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