Kevin O'Connell appreciates Sam Darnold, but says "it did not …
Jan 14, 2025 · 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. But he acknowledged that Darnold wasn’t good enough in the closing games of the season. “I just want to say it ...
Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell speaks on Sam Darnold following …
Jan 14, 2025 · Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell wasn’t directly asked about Darnold’s future with the team during his postgame press conference, but on his experience working with Darnold this season....
Vikings Star’s Teary Goodbye as Kevin O’Connell Confirms Sam Darnold…
Jan 14, 2025 · Against the Lions and in the recent loss to the Rams, Darnold’s performance was not what the team expected of him. Sam Darnold completed less than 44% of passes against the Lions and was sacked 9 times against the Rams. Despite this, HC Kevin O’Connell praised his contributions over the year, while not forgetting his success in leading the ...
Vikings Coach Drops 4-Word Message on Sam Darnold After …
Jan 14, 2025 · After a devastating season-ending loss where Sam Darnold did not live up to his regular-season self, Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell gave the young quarterback a final fluff before...
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell 'always believed' in Sam Darnold
Sep 15, 2024 · Darnold impressed in a Week 1 win over the New York Giants, and on Sunday, he completed 17-of-26 passes for 268 yards, two touchdowns and a pick in a 23-17 victory over his former team, a 49ers...
Kevin O'Connell's Comment About Sam Darnold After Brutal …
Jan 14, 2025 · Quarterback Sam Darnold completed 25-of-40 passing for 245 yards with one touchdown, an interception and a costly fumble that was returned for a touchdown. With his free agency pending, head...
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell hints at Sam Darnold's future after Wild …
Jan 14, 2025 · Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell reflected on his team's season and the success that Sam Darnold had.
Kevin O’Connell: Sam Darnold has just been so demanding of …
Dec 10, 2024 · Through 13 games, Darnold has now led the Vikings to an 11-2 record, completing 68.4 percent of his passes for 3,299 yards with 28 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. He’s also rushed for 194 yards with a touchdown.
Kevin O'Connell's comments on Sam Darnold's performance …
Jan 7, 2025 · Kevin O'Connell comments on Sam Darnold's performance vs. Lions. The Vikings needed a great performance from Darnold to keep up with the Lions' high-powered offense and they didn't get it. However, his process was relatively solid most of the night, as they were inches away from multiple touchdowns.
Vikings and coach Kevin O’Connell agree to a multiyear contract ...
2 days ago · The Minnesota Vikings and coach Kevin O’Connell have agreed to terms on a multiyear contract extension. ... Most remarkable in 2024 was the career-best season by quarterback Sam Darnold in his debut with Minnesota after the Vikings moved on from Kirk Cousins and drafted J.J. McCarthy as his eventual replacement. Darnold became the first ...