ESPN's Dan Orlovsky says Kevin O'Connell outcoached the 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers, led by Kyle Shanahan, are considered one of the best staffs in the entire NFL. Several staff members, such as DeMeco Ryans and Mike McDaniel, have gone on to become head coaches.
Vikings coach’s emotional message about Sam Darnold goes viral
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell recently got a little emotional when asked about his new starting quarterback Sam Darnold. On Sunday, Darnold
Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell has no interest in Sam Darnold’s past struggles
The Minnesota Vikings are 2-0 after a 23-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium, and Sam Darnold has a lot to do with that.
WATCH: Kevin O'Connell gives out game balls following Week 2 win
The Minnesota Vikings came off a major win in Week 2 over the reigning NFC Champions, the San Francisco 49ers. The team was an underdog coming into it, but they didn't listen to the outside noise and secured a win.
Sam Darnold has earned Kevin O’Connell’s trust, and the Vikings are flying high
Minnesota's head coach has put his trust in Darnold, a former first-round pick, and the QB has rewarded him with an excellent start.
Vikings Coach Pushes Back on Sam Darnold Doubters After 49ers Win
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell defended quarterback Sam Darnold, who is still facing skepticism despite his 2-0 start and win over the 49ers.
Kevin O'Connell reacts after Vikings beat 49ers 23-17
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell speaks with reporters after a 23-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium to start the 2024 season 2-0.
Vikings QB Sam Darnold's play vs. 49ers draws emotional Kevin O'Connell response
Sam Darnold had an excellent game for the Vikings in their big upset victory over his old team, the San Francisco 49ers.
Sam Darnold and an Attacking Defense Drive the Undefeated Vikings in a 23-17 Win Over the 49ers
Sam Darnold passed for 268 yards and two touchdowns against his former team, including a 97-yard strike in the second quarter to Justin Jefferson, and an attacking defense again fueled the Minnesota V
NFL Twitter reacts to 49ers' rough loss vs. Vikings in Week 2
Despite a 1-0 start that included a throttling of Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets on Monday Night Football, the San Fra
Vikings enjoy 97-yard Darnold-to-Jefferson TD pass for early spark in win vs. 49ers
Sam Darnold strong-armed his former team in his home debut for the Minnesota Vikings — with a 97-yard touchdown pass to superstar Justin Jefferson. The San Francisco 49ers weren't surprised by his success in the 23-17 victory by the Vikings on Sunday,
Kevin O'Connell Shares Promising Update on Justin Jefferson's Injury Status
Minnesota Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson suffered a quad injury during Sunday's 23–17 win over the San Francisco 49ers, ...
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Anatomy of a Play: Sam Darnold’s 97-Yard TD Pass Had Its Origins in Week 7 of 2023
Minnesota Vikings head coach and offensive shot-caller Kevin O’Connell is one of the three or four best offensive minds at any level of football, and he’s all about that understanding. This came ...
Kevin O’Connell: Justin Jefferson came in feeling pretty good Monday
Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson downplayed the quad injury that knocked him out of the team's win over the 49ers in ...
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell Got Emotional Discussing Sam Darnold's Strong Start to Season
Darnold, who hasn't held down a starting job since a brief stint with the Carolina Panthers in 2021 and '22, has the Vikings ...
Vikings' Kevin O’Connell on Harrison Phillips’ extension: ‘I can rest easy’
I asked #Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell today about Harrison Phillips getting a 2-year extension: “I can rest easy knowing ...
Aaron Jones: "Special" for Kevin O'Connell to give me a chance to extend 100-yard streak
Aaron Jones didn't play for Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell in 2023, but O'Connell kept tabs on what Jones did to close ...
Vikings preparing 'physically, more than anything' for the 49ers
Under Shanahan, the 49ers have been perennial contenders in the NFC, making the NFC Championship game in four of the past five seasons while being one of the most physically imposing teams in the ...