Wild Theory Says Vikings Could Trade Kevin O'Connell

The Kevin O'Connell Trade Idea Is Back

Nov 23, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell on the sidelines against the Green Bay Packers during the first half at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell is still the reigning NFL Head Coach of the Year. Unsurprisingly, he is regarded as one of the better head coaches in the league. Minnesota extended his contract a year ago while trade rumors had e…

Wild Theory Says Vikings Could Trade Kevin O'Connell

Approximately 53 weeks ago, a bizarre report before the Minnesota Vikings’ winner-take-all game against the Detroit Lions suggested Kevin O’Connell could be traded in the 2025 offseason. Wind the clock to January 2026, and the theory has been floated again, this time an idea that ships O’Connell to Buffalo and ends up in a Brian Flores promotion to head coach. It’s a fun internet thing, yet Minnesota’s leverage and O’Connell’s setup make a move …