Much has been made of the “competitive rebuild” philosophy of Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah.
After getting hired, the young executive quickly began working on dismantling false dichotomies. Quite often, Vikings fans (and writers) participated in either/or thinking regarding the future of the Vikings. Some believed that a full scale rebuild was prudent; others thought that fully gearing up for 2022 contention was the right approach.
Adofo-Mensah didn’t succumb to either extreme, instead opting for his now-infamous “competitive rebuild,” an approach that allows for immediate competitiveness without totally undermining the future.
Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and the Roster Construction
Following the decision to fire Rick Spielman and Mike Zimmer, co-owner Mark Wilf addressed the fanbase from the Vikings’ facility.