Kevin O’Connell has proven his metal over the years with the Minnesota Vikings, but no other NFL season was as descriptive of his grit as this one. The head coach lost his quarterback in the preseason but managed to power through and make it into the playoffs.
Hence, it is expected that he’ll be on the radar for several teams come next season. However, fans are refusing to believe any reports regarding this matter.
Kevin O’Connell’s Future Is With Vikings Claim Fans
During his appearance on FOX’s “NFL Sunday,” NFL analyst Joe Glazer stated that multiple teams are going through the route of trades to acquire O’Connell’s services next season. Glazer’s words spread like wildfire and were posted on X (formerly Twitter).
Glazer: Multiple teams considering trying to trade for Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell.
— Underdog NFL (@Underdog__NFL) January 5, 2025
However, fans refuted the idea with several comments, including some humorous takes.
“0% chance he goes anywhere,” replied one fan.
“I get it, but he ain’t going nowhere,” one fan tweeted.
🤣🤣🤣 I get it, but he ain’t going nowhere https://t.co/JTS9UvKxLG
— Joe The Analyst (@SheWantMo_Joe) January 5, 2025
“When pigs fly this will happen,” added a fan.
“Yeah, and I’m considering trying to be an astronaut,” another fan responded.
Yeah, and I’m considering trying to be an astronaut.
— Skol of Hard Knocks (@WinterSkoldier2) January 5, 2025
“I’m also considering contacting Rihanna about a date,” another fan added.
“I have interest in trading 5 dollars for a Lamborghini,” one more fan tweeted.
I have interest in trading 5 dollars for a Lamborghini https://t.co/xmLHICXolX
— Mike (@plan3tMIKE) January 5, 2025
Dan Campbell Can’t Help But Praise O’Connell
The Vikings will lock horns with the Detroit Lions on Sunday night in a game that will not only determine the supremacy of the NFC North but also the No. 1 seed and home-field advantage for the playoffs.
Despite the heavy impications, Lions head coach Dan Campbell couldn’t help but praise his counterpart.
“Yeah, listen, he’s (O’Connell) an excellent coach,” Campbell said at his Wednesday press conference. “I mean, you look at what he’s done, now, going on three years, their offensive scheme is, they do a great job, man.”
“Very creative and they understand how to find weaknesses and pick at them, get the most out of their players, put their players in position to have success.”
The Vikings and the Lions will close out their regular season at Ford Field on Sunday Night Football, with kickoff scheduled for 8:20 p.m. ET.