If O'Connell's staff likes a prospect like USC's Caleb Williams . Prior to joining the Rams, O'Connell worked in Washington, serving as the quarterbacks coach in 2017-18 and the offensive coordinator in 2019. If you tell me Im second-and-5, here we go. I dont know. During the 2018 season, O'Connell was tasked with getting three different quarterbacks (Josh Johnson, Colt McCoy and Mark Sanchez) up to speed following a devastating injury to starting QB Alex Smith. [17] He was released on August 12, 2012. "When you involve people, it can make the job a lot tougher, but I also think the people aspect is what culture is and that's important," Adofo-Mensah added. Were in a position to do a lot of different things regardless of field position, score of the game, personnel groupings.. With Robert Quinn, Cameron Jordan and Cameron Heyward still on the board, the Vikings decided to get their guy Christian Ponder. Login Here. Sep 9 2010 Resigned a 2 year $1.25 million contract with New York (NYJ) Aug 31 2010 Waived by New York (NYJ) Sep 6 2009 Traded to NYJ from Detroit for a conditional draft pick. Kupp, who was named 2021 NFL Offensive Player of the Year by The Associated Press and Super Bowl LVI MVP, had one of the best receiving seasons in NFL history, leading the NFL in receptions (145), receiving yards (1,947) and receiving touchdowns (16), earning AP First-Team All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors. 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Cousins is attached to a fully guaranteed $35MM base salary. Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports. "And then, sure enough, she ended up in the same place. O'Connell coached QB Kirk Cousins in 2017, helping him throw for more than 4,000 yards and 27 touchdowns, and record a career-high 342 rushing yards and a league-leading four game-winning drives. OConnell also referenced fair compensation for his players at the NFL Combine, perhaps a nod to Thielens current contract and how it fits within Minnesotas free-agent navigability. Some believe that is too rich for an aging playmaker and have subsequently speculated about Thielen's fate in 2023. Its even stronger now. Thielen will turn 33 this summer and incur a $19.9 million cap hit against the Vikings salary cap. The Vikings had several needs coming off a 15-win season in 1998. "I think we showed a building full of people, players, coaches, staff, ownership group, this guy next to me, would have the ability to be their best when their best is required. He was 11-of-21 for 147 yards, and completed the pass which resulted in the Kai's only score of the game.[6]. O'Connell was asked today if Donatell will be back and didn't . You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. He also held the same position for Washington in 2019 after serving as the team'spassing game coordinator and quarterbacks coach. Jan 19, 2023 at 10:00 AM. Is there a chance to add somebody maybe with different skill sets? . document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Photo Credit: Kirby Lee (USA TODAY Sports). The last remaining head coach opening in the NFL has been filled. [21] In 2019, under interim head coach Bill Callahan, O'Connell was promoted to offensive coordinator. He made his NFL debut on September 21, 2008, in the fourth quarter against the Miami Dolphins, throwing his first four career passes and completing three. Sure, it may not be good as a fresh bowl of General Tsaos Chicken, but it beats not having Chinese food at all. That will motivate us to lead this organization to the place we want to go. Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell and his wife Leah welcomed their fourth child to the family on Friday night, . Kevin O'Connell Updates Adam Thielen's Status with Vikings So, ultimately, we didn't accomplish the goals we wanted to accomplish, and I always want to be respectful of that. O'Connell compared Cousins to Matthew Stafford, calling each an "elite thrower," via Tomasson (on Twitter ). O'Connell was waived by the Patriots on August 30, 2009, two days after a preseason game in which starting quarterback Tom Brady was injured, and, in the second half, O'Connell threw two interceptions and only threw 3 completions on 10 attempts. NFL+ gives you the freedom to watch LIVE out-of-market preseason games, LIVE local and primetime regular season and postseason games on your phone or tablet, the best NFL programming on-demand, and MORE! So, well see what happens.. Not only schematically, how people play against you, but the responsibility he has as a role model. Wide receiver Adam Thielens cap number and age (32) present another complicated decision, and OConnell is mindful of the many factors. KARE 11 Sports Director. [How do you] round him to make sure that you can win that way? - Page 5 . [14] He was later released again on July 29, 2011.[15]. OConnell continued, Adam is one of those leaders that I speak of. Facebook Twitter We want to be there consistently with the chance to win it.". Florida's Anthony Richardson, one of the draft's most intriguing QB prospects, told reporters on Friday that in high school he modeled his game after two notable passers: Cam Newton and Lamar Jackson. O'Connell, who led the Rams to finish ninth in total offense (372.1 yards per game) in 2021, helped his unit rank second in plays of 50-plus yards (10), fourth in yards per play (5.98) and eighth in offensive touchdowns (51) in 2021. And when I think about all that went into it, from a coaching staff standpoint, our players, our leadership of our core leaders and foundation of such a great leadership group that I was able to have in my first year as a head coach in the National Football League, I truly feel very fortunate and blessed," O'Connell added. How do you go forward building it from here? O'Connell is the latest in Sean McVay's coaching tree to land a head coaching job, following the likes of Matt LaFleur with the Green Bay Packers and Zac Taylor with the Bengals. The Vikings tried to identify another quarterback when trading up for Teddy Bridgewater in 2014. [But you] sit in exit meetings with players, and it becomes personal at that point," Adofo-Mensah said. Fired up to watch these guys this fall @b_petty14 @DWatford5 @EverettGolson @Connor_Cook03 @tannerlee12 @bharrisqb1 pic.twitter.com/2TNR1YJlHt It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. But the biggest question on everybodys mind was what they were going to do with Kirk Cousins. Kevin played the game at all levels, which gives him a unique connection to players, and he is highly respected throughout the league. 5. The numbers bear out OConnells observation. He hosts a podcast with Bryant McKinnie, which airs every Wednesday with Raun Sawh and Sal Spice. Kupp's 145 receptions and 1,947 receiving yards both ranked as the second-highest single-season totals in NFL history, trailing only Michael Thomas's 149 receptions in 2019 and Calvin Johnson's 1,964 receiving yards in 2012. OConnell, though, sounded committed to making it work. In basketball, he was a two-year letterman, and a teammate of Arizona standout Chase Budinger. If you do not allow these cookies we will not know when you have visited our site, and will not be able to monitor its performance. Coming off a Super Bowl LVI victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, O'Connell. Visit NFL.com's transaction hub for a daily breakdown. But its hard not to wonder what would have happened if he looked ahead, saw Andrew Luck on the horizon and just rode the corpse of Donovan McNabb to the finish line to select Luck, Russell Wilson, or Cousins (!!!) They worked with players they inherited, quickly assessing who was set to return and how to try to add pieces they deemed missing through a strategic approach to free agency and proceeding through the 2022 NFL Draft. But the quarterback position, both the understanding of where that player truly is when you get a chance to start coaching him, and then what your plan is for that player moving forward.. The Associated Press NFL Offensive Player of the Year winner, Jefferson dominated opponents, generating 10 games over the 100-yard mark in O'Connell's first season in Minnesota. Vikings fans should be excited for the future of this team under Kevin's direction. [13] The injury required surgery. Commanders wide receiver Jahan Dotson is "fired up" to work with Washington's new offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy. Follow Alec on Twitter @alec_lewis. Minnesota Vikings new head coach Kevin O'Connell takes over a club that missed the postseason the past two seasons with losing records and hasn't won the NFC North since 2017. Kevin O'Connell Offensive Scheme Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator, Kevin O'Connell has been chosen to become head coach of the Minnesota Vikings officially after the Super Bowl on February 13, according to the NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Predictability, then, provides comfort to defenses. Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett spoke with media members on Friday for the first time since his arrest for public intoxication in late January. As a four-year captain at San Diego State, O'Connell finished his career after appearing in 40 games while ranking third in completions (664), fourth in passing yards (7,689) and fifth in passing touchdowns (46) in school history. Anchored by T Andrew Whitworth, the oldest offensive lineman in the NFL, the Rams offensive line only allowed 56 sacks in the two years O'Connell was in Los Angeles, which was good for the seventh-fewest among NFL clubs. . Get a behind-the-scenes look at Vikings Head Coach Kevin O'Connell's media day last week at the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine. The offensive coordinator from the 2022 Super Bowl champion Los Angeles Rams, Kevin O'Connell, is finalizing his head coaching contract with the Minnesota Vikings. I just watch the way he carries himself every single day and week. On August 31, 2010, New York released O'Connell. Looking back on Vikings history, they have stumbled trying to find a franchise quarterback. On Tuesday, Adofo-Mensah explained that Cousins camp wants certainty if he is to sign a new deal, while the Vikings seek flexibility. He's McVay's second coordinator in two years to move on, joiningformer Rams defensive coordinator Brandon Staley, who is now head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers. But this regime doesnt seem to be looking for a quarterback, theyre looking for the quarterback. 3. 1 in other areas before hiring OConnell and GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, particularly with a different attitude toward players and increased focus on sports science in the training room. 2023 Minnesota Vikings Football, LLC , All Rights Reserved. The Raiders plan to place the franchise tag on running back Josh Jacobs if the sides cannot come to a deal on a long-term extension by Tuesday's deadline, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported Friday. Ive been very honest about that. "That's what led to a historic number of one-score games and so that's probably been the hardest job is adjusting to those things. Jul 21 2008 Signed a 4 year $2.46 million contract with New England (NE) However, neither seem like a good option now. His team won 13 games and the NFLPA just said his teams culture was the best in the league. The Vikings Will Benefit From Their Revamped Team Culture, Theres One Ideal Way To Deal With Danielle Hunters Contract. He was also born in Minnesota. Stafford set the single-season team record for passing yards (4,886) and tied Kurt Warner from his 1999 MVP season for the most passing touchdowns in a season by a Rams quarterback with 41, while also winning his first playoff game in his 13th season in the NFL. On August 5, 2011, O'Connell signed with the Miami Dolphins, but was waived on September 3. At the same time, proud of what they've accomplished this year and look forward to the first day of the offseason program, when we get those guys back in here.". A significant part of the positive culture was OConnell and Cousins working together in lockstep. Theres a lot of different directions you can go, OConnell said, and (each decision) affects another one and another one. Coming off a Super Bowl LVI victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, O'Connell joins the Vikings after serving as the offensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Rams the past two seasons. If not, they could ride Cousins another year and try their luck to acquire their guy in 2024. converting part of right tackle Brian O'Neill's base salary to a signing bonus. However, blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer. If Levis or Richardson is the type of quarterback that answers those questions, the Vikings will likely do their best to move up. A former NFL quarterback who was a career backup, O'Connell has been the Rams' offensive coordinator for the past two seasons. His teammates voted him as a captain for what he means not only to our organization but the Twin Cities. [25][26], On February 16, 2022, just three days after his Super Bowl LVI victory, O'Connell was hired by the Minnesota Vikings as the 10th head coach in their franchise history. When Kwesi Adofo-Mensah stepped up to the podium at the NFL Scouting Combine, he had several questions to answer about the Minnesota Vikings future. Spielman tried his hand at it, scouting Carson Strong and praising Malik Willis response to an overrated chant one year ago. Adofo-Mensah also stated that there are a lot of other factors to consider what type of quarterback the Vikings could be looking for. Kupp's wide receiver Triple Crown in 2021, which he won after leading the NFL in receptions (145), receiving yards (1,947) and touchdowns (16), joined him with WR Jerry Rice (San Francisco 49ers, 1990), WR Sterling Sharpe (Green Bay Packers, 1992) and WR Steve Smith (Carolina Panthers, 2005) as the only players since the 1970 merger to achieve this feat. What I was really impressed with Justin this year was the leadership, the next step. Subscribe to his daily YouTube Channel, VikesNow. Just scratching the surface with #18 pic.twitter.com/MpWlPV7MoN, And then, ultimately, OConnell said, youve got to ask: How do we use that information to our advantage moving forward?. O'Connell, 36, was a member of the 49ers coaching staff (special projects) in 2016 and overlapped that season with new Vikings General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah. View photos of new Vikings Head Coach Kevin O'Connell in photos from his time with the Rams. I am committed to working tirelessly to bring them a Super Bowl championship.". "Now, we've got to all the last phase of that is the accountability to each other, to make sure that that standard is championship worthy, and we're putting ourselves in that conversation to a man and to a woman in this building that we're looking at each other and asking ourselves the question, 'With everything we do, is it championship worthy? Even if the Vikings agree to a long-term extension, they seem to be willing to wait until their version of Mr. In addition to helping QB Jared Goff to his fourth consecutive season with at least 3,800 passing yards and 20 touchdowns in 2020, O'Connell prepared QB John Wolford for a win-and-in game against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 17, helping him pass for 231 yards and rush for 56 more in his NFL debut, while leading the Rams to a 18-7 victory and a playoff berth. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Theres a reason why I feel so strongly about Kirk, OConnell said. Scouting Combine live updates Top 150 free agents Beat writer . With their limited salary cap . But even if he didnt injure his knee at Winter Park, its fair to wonder if he would have ever become the long-term franchise quarterback. [20], On January 20, 2017, O'Connell was hired as the Washington Redskins' quarterbacks coach, working under head coach Jay Gruden. Quarterback Mike White said he'd like to return to the New York Jets, but knows it might not happen as he heads toward free agency. But I did want to take the time to reflect and to move forward in the right way," O'Connell said. Along the way, personal relationships grew. In football, as a junior, he passed for 980 yards and seven touchdowns. The wait is over for Minnesota Vikings fans who were a bit . There are some hard conversations sometimes. Coming off a Super Bowl LVI victory over the Cincinnati. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. The Vikings have not gone to the playoffs in consecutive seasons since 2008-09. Wanting to make those guys feel like their coach cares about them, both the person and the player, and their future, its real, OConnell said. But Minnesota watched as Cam Newton, Jake Locker, and Blaine Gabbert flew off the board. "I greatly appreciate the Wilf family, Kwesi and the entire Minnesota Vikings organization for providing the opportunity to be their next head coach," said O'Connell. Eagan, Minn. (February 15, 2022) - The Minnesota Vikings have named Kevin O'Connell as the 10th head coach in franchise history. For O'Connell to coach Jefferson for a "really long time," the star receiver will need a contract extension. This is also a business. "I feel like that foundation's in place. O'Connell was instrumental in aiding mid-season free agent signee WR Odell Beckham, Jr., to five receiving touchdowns in eight games played with the team, the most since his 2018 season with theNew York Giants. OConnell did note that safety Lewis Cine was ahead of schedule in his rehab from a severe leg injury suffered in London last season and that Cine has been at TCO Performance Center making regular stop-ins to his office. And just in all of our dialogue Monday with our players, getting a chance to meet with each and every one of them, they understand that, and they're motivated for that. "Very thankful for him in Year 1 and really looking forward to seeing him growing both as a leader and continued dominance at the receiver position.". Sometimes how you have to reinvent yourself week in and week out, OConnell said. If the Vikings parted ways with Thielen via outright release or trade, theyd face three plausible options for 2023s WR2: For now, OConnell views Thielen as an unabashed team leader, but the front office must determine the fair compensation for his cap hit. Sometimes how you have to mold and adapt how you play while still staying true to your football philosophy at its core and its not always easy to do, but hes demonstrated that hes been very successful doing it time and time again.. Its just not possible when sitting $24 million over the cap (per OverTheCap.com) to bring all the veterans back. Since then, there have been postseason appearances after the 2012 (loss in Wild Card), 2015 (loss in Wild Card), 2017 (loss in NFC Championship), 2019 (loss in Divisional) and 2022 (loss in Wild Card) seasons. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Click on the different category headings to find out more and change our default settings. The only way theyre going to improve is through hard work and understanding that accountability factor to what their goals are, OConnell explained. "But as we reflect, I think it's important to understand, be honest with our evaluations, understand taking a look at all the little things no detail is too small in how we're trying to improve as a team, improve as a coaching staff, and most importantly, improve myself. It comes down to efficiency, he said. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. Player development at every position is very, very important, OConnell said. Is it to that line?' Here are five things to know. The other was that the Vikings werent in a position to draft a quarterback, picking in the mid-20s for a majority of Greens tenure. These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. Here are five takeaways from the conversation, beginning with OConnells thoughts on the free-agent decisions and potential cuts that will be made in the next couple of weeks. O'Connell rushed for a touchdown in the 2008 preseason against the New York Giants in the fourth quarter, in a game the Patriots eventually lost 1914. Beyond the Xs and Os, everyone we spoke with throughout this search process spoke highly of Kevin's ability to motivate players, coaches and staff. He also writes for Bring Me The News and The Viking Age and hosts The Homer Horn Podcast. Kevin William O'Connell (born May 25, 1985), nicknamed "KOC",[1] is an American football coach and former player who is the head coach for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League (NFL). It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. With Cousins in his mid-30s, the Vikings need to figure out a succession plan at quarterback. If they want a quarterback in this draft, they seem willing to find a way to get them. A lot of guys come in here and say they want to start in the NFL on Day 1. Alec Lewis is a staff writer covering the Minnesota Vikings for The Athletic. Right comes along. To say I'm excited about coaching Justin for a really long time is an understatement.". Asked about the Vikings long-term future at that position, OConnell said he surveys the landscape of the position each year out of habit. There was a mixed reaction to that pick. View images from the Vikings locker room at TCO Performance Center on Monday as players cleaned out their lockers at the end of the 2022-23 season. But the. Even as other quarterbacks such as Willis, Desmond Ridder, and Sam Howell were there in the latest rounds of the draft, the Vikings didnt pull the trigger. Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah on the futures of Kirk Cousins and Justin Jefferson. "He understands what is critical to leading a team that wins at the highest level, and he has an ability to simplify the complex, which will help us in problem-solving in all football areas. OConnell knows safety Harrison Smith has done much of the same. O'Connell also helped Vikings all-time leading rusher Adrian Peterson eclipse 1,000 scrimmage yards (1,040) at the age of 34. "Justin just had an incredible year, but what I liked about it the most was just the impactful plays at critical moments he made for our team, among a lot of our players," O'Connell said. The offensive line's sack rate, 4.5%, was the fifth-lowest in the NFL over the past two years. None of that is to say OConnell is not evaluating quarterbacks in this years draft. "We have to make sure we do it in an order that we can do it in given all the other decisions we have to make.". Players cited the tight-knit nature of the locker room and their confidence during late-game situations as a result of the buildings updated vibes under OConnell. I believe in him as a player.. The survey of more than 1,300 players that looked at numerous aspects of an organization from facilities to treatment of families to training staff gave the Vikings the highest grade of any team in the NFL. Culpeppers injury took the Vikings into another dark period where they took a quarterback because they needed one. Kevin O'Connell who is one of the richest football quarterbacks has an estimated net worth of $5 million. You won't want to miss a moment of the 2022 season! It is something Ive thought a lot about.. By COURTNEY CRONIN. One element of his teams play that must improve? Right. OConnell is well aware. Right. Weve got some real decisions to talk through and things to work through, OConnell said. Part of the reason for this is that the Vikings were still recovering from the Herschel Walker trade. The Minnesota Vikings have an intriguing decision on Adam Thielens future with the franchise, a team that has employed him since 2013. The New England Patriots selected O'Connell with their fourth pick (94th overall) in the third round of the 2008 NFL Draft. His Vikings obsession dates back to 1996. ". New Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said he is "excited to coach" quarterback Kirk Cousins in 2022 and is "anticipating" him being a part of the team's plans. While OConnell answered gracefully about his colleague, it was a reminder that they didnt finish the year with a deep playoff run. At the end of the day Wednesday, the Vikings head coach left the building with one of the easier media sessions youll ever run across in the NFL. He isnt on the same tier as Patrick Mahomes or Joe Burrow, but is good enough to hold down the position until they can find that player. If OConnells staff likes a prospect like USCs Caleb Williams or North Carolinas Drake Maye, they may be better served to wait especially with an aging team that will face a harder schedule in 2023. The more I can educate myself, learning about the details and particulars of our current situation, our previous situation, and obviously what it looks like moving forward, the more my conversations can be not only from an accurate place of where we are at this moment but where we hope to get to, OConnell said. $36.25 million against its salary . Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson put on a show Saturday at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine, making history during his highly anticipated workout. Its not always easy to maintain that, but I will never change from that because I just believe thats the way youre supposed to operate.. O'Connell is the offensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Rams, so he can't officially become the Vikings' new head coach until after the Super Bowl. When Favre finally declined, the Vikings were in another spot of desperation to draft a quarterback in 2011. Under O'Connell, Rams quarterbacks have thrown for 1,517 passing yards (third in NFL), 11 touchdowns (fourth in NFL) and a 106.4 passer rating in playoff games (second in NFL). And in 2022, Cousins is scheduled to cost the Vikings $45 million on their salary cap. [22] After the 201920 regular season, O'Connell was not retained by the incoming new head coach, Ron Rivera. But it was part of the process to find a long-term solution. While some coaches chose not to attend this years combine, OConnell places considerable value on meeting players in person. In terms of the things that were different in 2022, the most noticeable were the approach to camp and preseason workloads, managing injuries and how players who were recovering from injuries were talked about publicly and the buy-in to quarterback Kirk Cousins. But in Kevin O'Connell's case on Wednesday, he was able to beam about the Vikings' culture after an NFL Players Association survey showed proof that he made good on the cultural promises he. And its even stronger now, OConnell said. "This is a franchise with a deep history and a tremendous fan base. This website is not directly or indirectly affiliated, associated, or connected in any way to Major League Baseball, the National Basketball Association, the National Football League or the National Hockey League. Quarterbacks are never far from OConnells mind. [4] He was the Kai team quarterback in the 2008 Hula Bowl, where he led the offense and was one of the Kai team's only bright spots. Were going to continue to look at whats the best route to go moving forward (with Thielen), OConnell said. O'Connell, a former backup NFL quarterback who spent time with five different teams, knows the business from a player's side and coach's side. [12] Following his departure, O'Connell found that he had a torn labrum in his throwing arm, an injury he sustained during the preseason. What he means to our league, how he carries himself, how he works every day. Linebacker Eric Kendricks referred to a fear-based culture in a conference call after the former HC and GM were let go and players acknowledged meeting with ownership in which they asked for improvements in the overall environment. Harrison Smith stats (2021): 73% completion % allowed, 98.7 QB rating allowed Already a projected $14 million over the 2022 NFL salary cap, the Vikings need to clear a ton of room. Part of their jobs during the comprehensive evaluation process will be setting aside those personal relationships and not letting them interfere with the process of building the 2023 Vikings to have the best chance at a championship and be within the constraints of the NFL's salary cap.
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