RandBall: The NFL franchise tag is very odd when you think about it
A reader asked RandBall for clarification on quarterback Sam Darnold and what it would mean for the Vikings to put the franchise tag on him. Trying to explain how it works reinforces how strange it really is.
Why Kevin O’Connell’s extension with the Vikings was an absolute no-brainer
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell named Coach of the Year by PFWA
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell was named the NFL Coach of the Year by the Pro Football Writers' Association on Thursday. O'Connell was also named as a finalist for the Associated Press Coach of the Year Award on Thursday.
Vikings, Kevin O'Connell agree to terms on a multi-year contract extension: 'I'm thrilled for the years ahead'
Report: Kevin O'Connell's contract 'in a little bit different area' than Andy Reid
Now more than 48 hours removed from the Minnesota Vikings announcing a multi-year contract extension with head coach Kevin O'Connell, the terms of KOC's deal still haven't been revealed. It's unclear when the numbers will leak, but it's apparent that NFL Network's Tom Pelissero has a pretty good idea of what the Vikings agreed to pay O'Connell.
Jay Glazer snaps after reporter questions motives of Kevin O’Connell trade report
Some had questions about the timing of the report while Vikings prepared to battle the Lions for the division title and NFC’s No. 1 seed that night.
Vikings and Kevin O'Connell Agree to Massive Multi-Year Extension
The Minnesota Vikings have decided on head coach Kevin O'Connell staying with the team, as he has agreed to a multi-year extension.
Vikings, head coach Kevin O’Connell agree to multiyear contract extension
The Vikings announced the deal eight days after the end of their season, locking up the 39-year-old O’Connell whose contract was set to expire after the 2025 season.
Kevin O’Connell, Sam Darnold and Brian Flores named finalists for NFL Honors
Kevin O’Connell, Sam Darnold and Brian Flores could be heading to New Orleans, after all. The Vikings head coach, quarterback and defensive coordinator were among the 40 finalists named Thursday for eight of the league’s most prestigious awards,
Kevin O'Connell agrees to 'blockbuster' contract extension with Vikings
Kevin O'Connell will not coach 2025 on a lame duck contract. The potential 2024 Coach of the Year has struck it rich with a long-term contract extension to keep him leading the Minnesota Vikings for years to come. Terms of the deal haven't been revealed just yet, but the Vikings have confirmed the agreement.
Kevin O'Connell named 2024 NFL Coach of the Year by PFWA
Kevin O’Connell is having quite the week for himself and the Minnesota Vikings. While he would rather be creating a game plan to compete against either the Eagles or Commanders in the NFC
Kevin O’Connell, Sam Darnold, Brian Flores are NFL award finalists
The Vikings' head coach, quarterback and defensive coordinator are among the leading vote getters for three of the league’s most prestigious awards, which will be presented Feb. 6.
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell, Brian Flores and Sam Darnold named AP award finalists
The NFL and Associated Press unveiled the finalists for year-end awards on Thursday, and among them are Kevin O'Connell for Coach of the Year, Brian Flores for Assistant Coach of the Year and Sam Darnold for Comeback Player of the Year.
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell named PFWA Coach of the Year
O'Connell, who recently agreed to a multiyear contract extension with the Vikings, is the first head coach in Vikings history to have multiple 13-win seasons.