Vikings sign O’Connell to an extension
(Eagan, MN) — One of the best head coaches in the NFL is staying in Minnesota. The Vikings inked an extension with Kevin O’Connell on Tuesday. The team didn’t reveal any contract details, except to say that it is a multi-year extension. The Purple hired O’Connell after the 2021 season, and Minnesota has made the playoffs in two of his first three years. The Vikings went 14-and-3 in 2024 and are 34-and-17 overall under O’Connell. He also has the fourth best winning percentage among active head coaches. The new contract will go into effect after the 2025 season.