Minnesota Vikings general manager Nolan Teasley praises coach Kevin O'Connell
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 11:55 PM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Minnesota Vikings general manager Nolan Teasley expressed confidence in head coach Kevin O'Connell following a busy week of roster adjustments. After finalizing the 53-man roster and managing practice squad changes, Teasley described his working relationship with the coach as seamless. The two have communicated daily regarding the football operation since Teasley joined the organization in early June. O'Connell enters the current season with a 43-25 coaching record but remains without a playoff victory in his tenure. The organization is prioritizing the construction of a stronger roster to support the coaching staff’s efforts on the field. Teasley noted that O'Connell possesses a strong football mind and remains focused on the broader objectives of the team during this pivotal campaign.
- •Nolan Teasley described Kevin O'Connell as a highly intelligent coach and a big-picture thinker.
- •The Vikings recently completed roster cuts and multiple adjustments to the practice squad.
- •Kevin O'Connell has a 43-25 record over four seasons with the Vikings.
- •The organization seeks to improve roster depth to support the current coaching staff.
- 11:55 PMYahoo Sports — Nothing but praise from Vikings GM on Kevin O'Connell
"Nolan Teasley and Kevin O'Connell seem to be working together swimmingly.
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