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Vikings-Rams preview, predictions: Can Kevin O’Connell best Sean McVay in wild-card round?
This matchup of former coaching cohorts could come down to whether the Vikings can protect Sam Darnold against the fearsome Rams front.
NFL News: Vikings HC O’Connell sent heartfelt message to Rams’ Sean McVay ahead of playoff clash
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell shared a heartfelt and encouraging message for Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay in light of the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. The message came just days before their teams faced off in the playoffs.
Watch: Vikings coach O’Connell previews playoff matchup vs. Rams, expresses sadness over L.A. wildfires
Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell met with reporters Thursday in Eagan. As of Thursday afternoon, Monday’s night playoff game vs. the Rams is still on, as scheduled, at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.With wildfires continuing to burn in Southern California,
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell Bluntly Addresses Trade Report
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell was included in a recent list of possible coaching candidates for the 2025 season. This report shared by Fox's Jay Glazer shocked many NFL fans as O'Connell led the Vikings to a 14–3 season and playoff bid.
Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell makes heartfelt gesture to Sean McVay before Rams clash
Following the vicious fires in the Los Angeles, CA, region that caused this Wild Card game to relocate, Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell had a heartfelt message for Sean McVay and the Los Angeles Rams before their playoff matchup,
Kevin O’Connell talks Vikings loss to Detroit and early look of Rams
The Minnesota Vikings will have a lot of time to think when they fly to Los Angeles later this week. They can try to figure out how they let Sunday night’s game against the Detroit Lions slip away, along with their chances at the NFC North title and the top seed in the NFC playoffs.

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Did Dan Campbell take a shot at the Rams with his postgame message to Kevin O'Connell?
After the game, Dan Campbell shared a message for Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell that was seen as a veiled shot at the Rams.
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell's urgent message after 9-game winning streak snapped
Kevin O'Connell delivered a stern message about the Vikings' playoff outlook following their letdown performance in Detroit.