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In choosing Kevin O'Connell, the Vikings stick to their vision for the future

Star Tribune | February 6, 2022

Related Topics: Minnesota Vikings, Jim Harbaugh, Mike Zimmer, Raheem Morris, Sean McVay, Rick Spielman, Mark Wilf, Michigan, Patrick Graham, Los Angeles

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A high-profile flirtation with Jim Harbaugh ended without an offer, as the Vikings found a partner for Kwesi Adofo-Mensah in the 36-year-old O'Connell.

Kevin O’Connell, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah’s co-worker in the 49ers organization, became the Vikings’ head coach pick over Patrick Graham and Jim Harbaugh.

Hours after the Vikings fired General Manager Rick Spielman and coach Mike Zimmer on Jan. 10, Mark Wilf discussed the most significant set of changes in his family's 17 years of team ownership by outlining a vision perhaps more familiar to corporate meeting rooms than NFL locker rooms.

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