Kevin O’Connell praises Donovan Jackson for development ahead of 2026 season

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell noted significant growth in left guard Donovan Jackson as the team prepares for the 2026 season. O’Connell described the improvement of the sophomore lineman as monumental during a recent interview. Jackson, selected in the 2025 NFL Draft, played through a wrist injury last year while recording 26 pressures and two sacks allowed. The coaching staff intends to build a dominant offensive front, highlighting the left side tandem of Christian Darrisaw and Jackson. The team is looking for the offensive line to stabilize after struggling in previous seasons. Jackson enters his second year aiming to solidify his role as a key contributor on the Vikings' roster.

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