Kevin O’Connell Discusses Vikings QBs, Greenard & Darrisaw at League Meeting
NFL coaches, executives and owners gathered in Arizona this week for the Annual League Meeting. NFC head coaches held a roundtable over breakfast on Monday. Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell met with reporters from the Twin Cities and beyond.
Meeting backdrop
The combine and early free agency are now behind the league. The 2026 NFL Draft is approaching. Teams are finalizing rosters for the coming season. At the event, Kevin O’Connell Discusses Vikings QBs, Greenard & Darrisaw at League Meeting and addressed roster-building plans.
Quarterback room spotlight
Questions focused on the Vikings quarterback room. The group includes J.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz and Max Brosmer, plus newcomer Kyler Murray.
- J.J. McCarthy — returning quarterback.
- Carson Wentz — returning quarterback.
- Max Brosmer — returning quarterback.
- Kyler Murray — recent addition.
Offseason structure
O’Connell described the current phase as limited in competitive reps. Phase 2 of voluntary OTAs mainly features on-air route work.
He said coaches want players working with the entire offense. That includes wide receivers, tight ends and running backs every day.
Development over instant competition
O’Connell emphasized teaching and learning during the offseason. He warned against loading the roster and rushing rep allocation in March.
The team plans individualized improvement programs. Those plans are meant to give players runway to develop.
When competition begins
The head coach expects true competition to align with training camp. Joint practices and preseason games will factor into the evaluation.
O’Connell said the staff must improve along with the players. He called this offseason critical for the franchise’s trajectory into Year 5.
Report compiled for Filmogaz.com.
