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  Vikings | Justin Jefferson to do more at practice    Mon Nov 13, 05:34 PM

Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson (hamstring) will be more involved in practice this week, but his status for Week 11 has not been decided on at this point, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell.

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  Vikings | Garrett Bradbury may play in Week 5    Mon Oct 2, 05:09 PM

Minnesota Vikings C Garrett Bradbury (back) has a chance to be active for the Week 5 game, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell.

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  Vikings | Jordan Addison in protocol    Wed Aug 16, 06:28 PM

Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison (concussion) is going through the concussion protocol but could return to practice as early as Monday, Aug. 21, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell.

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  Vikings | Ihmir Smith-Marsette will miss time    Wed Jun 1, 02:58 PM

Minnesota Vikings WR Ihmir Smith-Marsette (leg) is out for the rest of the spring with an unspecified lower leg injury, head coach Kevin O'Connell revealed on Wednesday, June 1.

Footballguys view: Smith-Marsette, a fifth-round pick out of Iowa in the 2021 NFL draft, looked good in the preseason last year and had a 100-yard game against the Bears in Week 18. He's a deep threat and return specialist we'll continue to monitor in deep dynasty formats.

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  Vikings | Kevin O'Connell to Minnesota happening Thursday?    Tue Feb 15, 01:54 PM

Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell is expected to be officially announced as the new head coach for the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday, Feb. 17, according to sources.

Footballguys view: O'Connell got a Super Bowl ring on Sunday, and this week he'll get a head coaching job. A former quarterback, a backup to Tom Brady with the Patriots, O'Connell has risen up the ranks quickly. He's known as a leader with innovative schemes and an ability to communicate clearly. O'Connell impressed Vikings brass by his plan for QB Kirk Cousins, so we'll see what they can do in 2022 - likely Cousins final season with the Vikings.

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  Vikings | Minnesota to offer HC job to Kevin O'Connell    Thu Feb 3, 12:45 AM

Updating an earlier report, the Minnesota Vikings will offer their head coaching job to Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell, according to The Athletic's Chad Graff. O'Connell cannot officially be named the head coach until the conclusion of the Super Bowl.

Footballguys view: O'Connell doesn't call plays with the Rams, but he's known as a creative coach who has the respect of his players. A former quarterback, O'Connell worked briefly behind Tom Brady after the Patriots made him a third-round pick out of San Diego State. The Vikings seem to be strapped with QB Kirk Cousins for one more due to his $45 million cap hit (with $45 million in dead money). We'll see what O'Connell can do not only this year but in future years when the Vikings move to a younger/different passer to upgrade the position.

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  Broncos | Kevin O'Connell to meet with Broncos    Wed Jan 19, 10:57 AM

Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell will interview for the Denver Broncos' head coaching position Friday, Jan. 21.

Footballguys view: O'Connell is a former quarterback who could get the Broncos offense right. For years, since the retirement of Peyton Manning, the Broncos have not been able to find quality quarterback play. If they get that right, and get an offensive minded coach like O'Connell, then the offensive weapons they have - and they have quite a few (Courtland Sutton, Jerry Jeudy, Tim Patrick, Noah Fant) could start playing up to their potential.

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  Rams | LA Rams block Kevin O'Connell from interview    Tue Jan 19, 02:27 PM

Updating a previous report, Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell will not be allowed to interview for the offensive coordinator vacancy with the Los Angeles Chargers for now after the Rams denied the request based on the fact it would be a lateral move. However, the 'lines of communications remain open, so things could change,' according to Albert Breer of The MMQB.

Footballguys view: It's a lateral move so Rams coach Sean McVay can block the request. Former Rams defensive coordinator Brandon Staley takes over as the Chargers head coach, and he wanted to pluck some guys from the Rams staff to go along with him.

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  Chargers | Kevin O'Connell a Chargers option    Mon Jan 18, 09:49 AM

Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell is an option for the Los Angeles Chargers' offensive coordinator spot. However, Rams head coach Sean McVay would have to allow it because it's a lateral move.

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  Rams | Kevin O'Connell nearing deal with LA Rams    Fri Jan 10, 09:06 PM

Former Washington Redskins offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell is reportedly finalizing a deal to become the new offensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Rams, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Footballguys view: Scott Turner was hired as OC with Washington and that left O'Connell considering other options. The Rams is an interesting landing spot as head coach Sean McVay had served as his own OC since he took over in 2017. O'Connell did some good work with rookie QB Dwayne Haskins and should be able to build a strong relationship with Jared Goff.

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  Redskins | Kevin O'Connell free to meet with others    Tue Jan 7, 12:55 PM

Washington Redskins offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell has received permission to meet with other teams about offensive coordinator vacancies.

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  Redskins | Matt Cavanaugh demoted    Tue Jan 29, 05:19 PM

Washington Redskins offensive coordinator Matt Cavanaugh was demoted to senior offensive assistant Wednesday, Jan. 29, in light of new offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell being promoted.

Footballguys view: O'Connell is the second former backup to Tom Brady to get a big-time NFL coaching job while Brady is preparing to play in his ninth Super Bowl.

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  Redskins | Kevin O'Connell elevated    Tue Jan 2, 11:13 AM

Washington Redskins quarterbacks coach Kevin O'Connell was elevated to passing game coordinator Tuesday, Jan. 2. O'Connell declined an offer from UCLA to be the offensive coordinator.

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  Redskins | Kevin O'Connell may leave after season    Mon Dec 25, 04:09 PM

Washington Redskins quarterbacks coach Kevin O'Connell is considered the leading candidate for the offensive coordinator position at UCLA, according to sources. O'Connell would not leave until after the season if he accepts the job.

Footballguys view: There could be multiple changes coming in Washington this offseason. O'Connell may be gone, and there are reports coming out that the Bengals would be interested in Jay Gruden as their head coach if he is somehow available. Throw in Kirk Cousins likely playing elsewhere next season and you can see how much could change for Washington in 2018.

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  Redskins | Kevin O'Connell joins Redskins staff    Fri Jan 20, 10:05 PM

Former Cleveland Browns quarterbacks coach Kevin O'Connell was named to the same post for the Washington Redskins on Friday, Jan. 20.

Footballguys view: This move signals that Matt Cavanaugh should be promoted to offensive coordinator for Washington.

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  Browns | Kevin O'Connell officially hired    Tue Feb 17, 02:27 PM

The Cleveland Browns officially added quarterbacks coach Kevin O'Connell to the coaching staff Tuesday, Feb. 17.

Footballguys view: O'Connell has been training Marcus Mariota (Oregon) during the pre-Combine process. Now that he's hired by the Browns officially, he'll have to stop working with the potential top-5 pick.

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  NFL | To-be Browns coach mentors Marcus Mariota    Wed Feb 11, 08:03 PM

NFL Draft prospect QB Marcus Mariota is currently working with impending Cleveland Browns quarterbacks coach Kevin O'Connell in advance of the NFL Draft Scouting Combine. The Browns will officially add O'Connell following his pre-combine commitments, and that has raised questions about whether the Browns are gaining an unfair advantage with O'Connell's hiring. 'He has an obligation to train Mariota until I think about a week from now, and then hopefully he'll come to work for us,' Browns owner Jimmy Haslam told Cleveland beat writers.

Footballguys view: Yeah, this situation is a little hairy. While O'Connell is not yet a Browns coach, he can mentor any player he wants to. However, this is a bit shady as he will be the Browns QB coach in the near future. Working with Mariota gives the Browns an unfair advantage over other teams who can only see him at his pro day, the Combine or at a private workout.

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  Browns | Will interview Kevin O'Connell     Wed Jan 28, 11:22 AM

Free-agent quarterbacks coach Kevin O'Connell (Jets) will interview with the Cleveland Browns Wednesday, Jan. 28, for their vacant quarterbacks coach position.

Footballguys view: O'Connell was drafted by the Patriots in the third round of the 2008 NFL draft. The former San Diego State quarterback was a scrambler with a strong arm. He would be a good signing for the Browns as he would be able to guide Johnny Manziel.

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  Jets | More on Kevin O'Connell    Wed Oct 17, 10:27 PM

Updating a previous report, the New York Jets worked out free-agent QB Kevin O'Connell (Chargers) Tuesday, Oct. 16. 'Kevin's a guy that we feel really good about,' Ryan said. 'You have to be prepared down the road as well.'

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  Jets | Not ruling out signing Kevin O'Connell    Wed Oct 17, 01:46 PM

New York Jets head coach Rex Ryan said it is possible that the team will sign free-agent QB Kevin O'Connell (Chargers) but did not say if any deal was close.

Footballguys view: We think the Jets are updating their emergency list here. Their third-string QB Greg McElroy is better than O'Connell in our opinion.

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  Jets | Could Tim Tebow be traded?    Wed Oct 17, 07:33 AM

One reason the New York Jets may have worked out free-agent QB Kevin O'Connell (Chargers) is because there is a chance the team could trade QB Tim Tebow and make QB Greg McElroy the No. 2 quarterback. Head coach Rex Ryan already is on record as saying the wildcat offense, featuring Tebow, hasn't been as successful as he expected. There also have been rumblings that Tebow is frustrated by his smaller-than-anticipated role. He has played only 50 offensive snaps in six games, making more of an impact as a personal protector on the punt team than on offense. As a result, it has become quite clear that Ryan doesn't know how to use Tebow or never wanted him in the first place.

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  Jets | Kevin O'Connell gets workout    Tue Oct 16, 04:25 PM

The New York Jets worked out QB Kevin O'Connell (Chargers) Tuesday, Oct. 16. There are no plans for the Jets to sign O'Connell at this point; the Jets are keeping him in mind in case of an emergency.

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  Chargers | Kevin O'Connell released    Sat Aug 11, 09:28 PM

The San Diego Chargers have released QB Kevin O'Connell.

Footballguys view: O'Connell knew the drill. He was going to be a camp arm while Charlie Whitehurst missed time with a knee injury. Now Whitehurst is back and the team didn't need O'Connell anymore. Jarrett Lee will work as the team's third string QB in camp from here on out.

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  Chargers | Jarrett Lee working with second-team    Wed Aug 1, 01:33 AM

San Diego Chargers QB Jarrett Lee was operating as the second-team quarterback Tuesday, July 31, with QB Kevin O'Connell serving as the No. 3 QB in his first practice with the team since signing.

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  Chargers | Kevin O'Connell agrees to terms    Sun Jul 29, 11:16 PM

The San Diego Chargers agreed to terms with free-agent QB Kevin O'Connell (Jets) Sunday, July 29. The agreement is still pending a physical, but he is expected to sign Monday, July 30.

Footballguys view: Unlike Kyle Boller (who quit after one day with the team), O'Connell must know that he's only a camp arm while Charlie Whitehurst is out for a couple of weeks.

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  Seahawks | Kevin O'Connell works out     Thu Apr 12, 10:01 AM

Free-agent QB Kevin O'Connell (Jets) worked out for the Seattle Seahawks.

Footballguys view: O'Connell is mobile and has a strong arm, but lacks polish as a passer. The Seahawks are looking for someone to compete with Josh Portis for the third-string job behind Matt Flynn and Tarvaris Jackson.

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  Broncos | Could show interest in several free-agent QBs    Sat Feb 4, 11:16 AM

The Denver Broncos could show interest in Atlanta Falcons impending free-agent QB Chris Redman, Detroit Lions impending free-agent QB Shaun Hill, Miami Dolphins impending free-agent QB Chad Henne, Philadelphia Eagles impending free-agent QB Vince Young, New York Giants impending free-agent QB David Carr, New York Jets impending free-agent QB Kevin O'Connell and Tampa Bay Buccaneers impending free-agent QB Josh X. Johnson this offseason.

Footballguys view: The Broncos would like to add a free agent veteran to push Tim Tebow in camp. Tebow will enter training camp as the starter but needs to show improvement as a passer if he wants to hold onto the job.

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  Jets | Will look at available backup QBs    Wed Jan 4, 01:43 PM

New York Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum said the team will look at the available backup quarterbacks when free agency begins to see if they are interested in any of the quarterbacks. Tannenbaum said QB Greg McElroy and Kevin O'Connell will also be under consideration for the No. 2 quarterback job.

Footballguys view: McElroy is an interesting prospect to keep an eye on in dynasty leagues. He's got a little Matt Flynn to his game and is a smart QB who plays better under pressure.

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  Jets | Week 17 Inactives    Sun Jan 1, 12:09 PM

The New York Jets have declared OT Austin Howard, RB Bilal Powell, LB Garrett McIntyre, FS Gerald Alexander, QB Kevin O'Connell, DL Martin Tevaseu, LB Ricky Sapp inactive for Week 17.

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  Jets | Week 16 Inactives    Sat Dec 24, 11:53 AM

The New York Jets have declared OT Austin Howard, WR Eron Riley, FS Gerald Alexander, DL Kenrick Ellis, QB Kevin O'Connell, CB Marquice Cole, DL Ropati Pitoitua inactive for Week 16.

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  Jets | Week 15 Inactives    Sun Dec 18, 03:17 PM

The New York Jets have declared OT Austin Howard, RB Bilal Powell, WR Eron Riley, DL Kenrick Ellis, QB Kevin O'Connell, CB Marquice Cole, DL Martin Tevaseu inactive for Week 15.

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  Jets | Week 14 Inactives    Sun Dec 11, 11:55 AM

The New York Jets have declared OT Austin Howard, CB Ellis Lankster, WR Eron Riley, RB Joe McKnight, DL Kenrick Ellis, QB Kevin O'Connell, DL Mike DeVito inactive for Week 14.

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  Jets | Week 13 Inactives    Sun Dec 4, 11:52 AM

The New York Jets have declared OT Austin Howard, RB Bilal Powell, CB Ellis Lankster, WR Eron Riley, QB Kevin O'Connell, DL Martin Tevaseu, DL Mike DeVito inactive for Week 13.

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  Jets | Week 12 Inactives    Sun Nov 27, 11:54 AM

The New York Jets have declared OT Austin Howard, CB Ellis Lankster, WR Jeremy Kerley, DL Kenrick Ellis, QB Kevin O'Connell, RB LaDainian Tomlinson, DL Martin Tevaseu inactive for Week 12.

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  Jets | Week 11 Inactives    Thu Nov 17, 07:13 PM

The New York Jets have declared FS Brodney Pool, CB Ellis Lankster, WR Jeremy Kerley, QB Kevin O'Connell, RB LaDainian Tomlinson, DL Martin Tevaseu, TE Shawn Nelson inactive for Week 11.

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  Jets | Week 10 Inactives    Sun Nov 13, 07:10 PM

The New York Jets have declared RB Bilal Powell, FS Brodney Pool, WR Eron Riley, DL Kenrick Ellis, QB Kevin O'Connell, DL Martin Tevaseu, TE Shawn Nelson inactive for Week 10.

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  Jets | Week 9 Inactives    Sun Nov 6, 11:40 AM

The New York Jets have declared RB Bilal Powell, WR Eron Riley, CB Isaiah Trufant, DL Kenrick Ellis, QB Kevin O'Connell, DL Mike DeVito, TE Shawn Nelson inactive for Week 9.

Footballguys view: DeVito is a stout presence up front on defense for the Jets, so this helps the Bills cause on offense.

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  Jets | Week 7 Inactives    Sun Oct 23, 11:50 AM

The New York Jets have declared RB Bilal Powell, C Colin Baxter, DL Garrett McIntyre, CB Isaiah Trufant, QB Kevin O'Connell, DL Mike DeVito inactive for Week 7.

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  Jets | Week 6 Inactives    Mon Oct 17, 07:46 PM

The New York Jets have declared RB Bilal Powell, C Colin Baxter, CB Donald Strickland, CB Isaiah Trufant, QB Kevin O'Connell, WR Logan Payne, DL Ropati Pitoitua inactive for Week 6.

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  Jets | Kevin O'Connell giving team inside info    Fri Oct 14, 09:42 PM

New York Jets defensive coordinator Mike Pettine said Friday, Oct. 14, that QB Kevin O'Connell has been a great source of information as the team gets ready for their Week 6 game against the Miami Dolphins. O'Connell was in training camp with the Dolphins, but he was released nearly a month later.

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  Jets | Week 5 Inactives    Sun Oct 9, 03:13 PM

The New York Jets have declared RB Bilal Powell, C Colin Baxter, DL Garrett McIntyre, TE Josh Baker, DL Kenrick Ellis, QB Kevin O'Connell, WR Logan Payne inactive for Week 5.

Footballguys view: Nick Mangold is back, but Bilal Powell isn't active. It looks like Joe McKnight will get a shot before Powell if the Jets look another direction in the run game than Shonn Greene.

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  Jets | Week 4 Inactives    Sun Oct 2, 07:29 PM

The New York Jets have declared RB Bilal Powell, SS Emmanuel Cook, TE Josh Baker, DL Kenrick Ellis, QB Kevin O'Connell, WR Logan Payne, C Nick Mangold inactive for Week 4.

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  Jets | Week 3 Inactives    Sun Sep 25, 03:04 PM

The New York Jets have declared RB Bilal Powell, SS Emmanuel Cook, DL Kenrick Ellis, QB Kevin O'Connell, WR Logan Payne, C Nick Mangold, OL Robert Turner inactive for Week 3.

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  Jets | Week 2 Inactives    Sun Sep 18, 11:57 AM

The New York Jets have declared RB Bilal Powell, OG Caleb Schlauderaff, SS Emmanuel Cook, DL Kenrick Ellis, QB Kevin O'Connell, WR Logan Payne, WR Patrick Turner inactive for Week 2.

Footballguys view: Santonio Holmes is active and you can trust him as your WR2 this week.

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  Jets | Week 1 Inactives    Sun Sep 11, 07:50 PM

The New York Jets have declared SS Andrew Sendejo, RB Bilal Powell, OG Caleb Schlauderaff, DL Kenrick Ellis, QB Kevin O'Connell, WR Logan Payne, OL Robert Turner inactive for Week 1.

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  Jets | Kevin O'Connell claimed    Sun Sep 4, 02:11 PM

The New York Jets have claimed free-agent QB Kevin O'Connell (Dolphins) off waivers.

Footballguys view: With the season ending injury to rookie Greg McElroy the team needed to add another QB. O'Connell knows the system from his time with the Jets earlier in his career, and it won't take him long to get back up to speed.

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  Jets | May show interest in Kevin O'Connell    Sun Sep 4, 11:30 AM

The New York Jets are looking to add a No. 3 quarterback and may show interest in free-agent QB Kevin O'Connell (Dolphins) because he is familiar with their offensive system.

Footballguys view: The Jets are looking for better QB depth behind Mark Sanchez now that rookie Greg McElroy is done for the year. O'Connell has been with the team before and it wouldn't take much time for him to get back in the swing of things.

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  Dolphins | Kevin O'Connell agrees to terms    Fri Aug 5, 03:23 PM

The Miami Dolphins have agreed to terms with free-agent QB Kevin O'Connell (Jets) to a one-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.

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  Jets | Kevin O'Connell to be released    Fri Jul 29, 01:29 PM

The New York Jets are planning to release backup QB Kevin O'Connell.

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  Jets | Will re-sign Kevin O'Connell, place him on IR    Thu Sep 9, 12:34 PM

The New York Jets will re-sign free-agent QB Kevin O'Connell (shoulder) and will place him on Injured Reserve, reports Jenny Vrentas, of The Star-Ledger. O'Connell suffered a torn labrum during the preseason.

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