Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell Sends Clear Message on Jordan Addison Benching

Vikings' Kevin O'Connell, Justin Jefferson talk Jordan Addison's first-quarter benching

Jordan Addison was curiously absent from the first quarter of the Vikings' game in London. Kevin O'Connell explained why the WR was benched.

Addison stands tall for Vikes after early benching

Jordan Addison said he was happy to be there for his Vikings teammates after being benched in the opening quarter for a disciplinary issue in Sunday's win abroad against the Browns.

Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell benched star receiver — then trusted him for the game-winning touchdown

Jordan Addison's redemption story showcases Minnesota's accountability culture, proving O'Connell's tough love approach paid off in the most dramatic fashion possible.

Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell sends clear message on Jordan Addison benching

Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell addressed his decision to bench Jordan Addison in a Week 5 matchup against the Browns.

Jordan Addison benched by Vikings for first quarter in London

LONDON — Jordan Addison warmed up with his teammates on Sunday at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, ran out of the tunnel ahead of kickoff, then didn’t play a snap in the opening 15 minutes of the game between the Vikings and the Cleveland Browns.  Though it’s unclear why the 23-year-old receiver did not see the field, the Vikings said his absence was not injury related. It appears head coach Kevin O’Connell decided to sit him for some reason…

Why Jordan Addison didn't play a snap in the first quarter in London

Addison was benched for the quarter due to a coach's decision, per reports.