Kevin O'Connell on J.J. McCarthy's Offseason, Looking Ahead to 2026 Season & More

Vikings Head Coach Kevin O'Connell sits down with KFAN host and Voice of the Vikings Paul Allen and Pete Bercich at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler joined Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine to discuss how he thinks the Vikings will approach free agency, Rob Brzezinski leading the front office ahead of the 2026 Draft, the importance of drafting well this year, positions of need, the quarterback room and more.

Minnesota Vikings Head Coach Kevin O'Connell joined Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine to share his thoughts after the news of WR receiver Rondale Moore's passing and discuss becoming a part of the NFL's Competition Committee, additions and promotions within the team's coaching staff, personnel change this offseason and working with Rob Brzezinski to build the 2026 roster.

Vikings Executive Vice President Football Operations Rob Brzezinski joined Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine to discuss the team's approach to the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft, his relationship working with Head Coach Kevin O'Connell to build the team, the quarterback room and more.

NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah joined Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine to discuss his mock draft for the 2026 NFL Draft, why he thinks Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman is a great fit for the Vikings defense, other top prospects, depth options and more.

ESPN's Jordan Reid joined KFAN's Paul Allen and Pete Bercich from the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis to discuss events leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft, differences between top prospects, the best options for the Vikings in the draft, strengths of this year's cornerback and safety class, veteran quarterback options in free agency and more.

NFL Network Analyst Charles Davis joined Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine to discuss his 2026 NFL Draft predictions for the Vikings and why he predicts them drafting RB Jeremiyah Love, top defensive prospects that would fit well in Brian Flores' defense, areas of depth in the draft and more.

The Athletic's NFL Draft Analyst Dane Brugler joined Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine to discuss  his predictions for the Vikings draft selections, the top tight end in this year's draft class, players to watch at the cornerback and safety positions, importance of this draft for the Vikings and more.

The Draft Network's Jamie Eisner joined Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine to discuss his predictions for the 2026 NFL Draft, why he thinks the Vikings will draft a cornerback in the first round, analyzing top cornerback and safety options, the positions with the most depth in this year's draft and more.

Watch the best mic'd up moments from Vikings players and coaches during the 2025 season.

Watch as Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett previews the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine with former Vikings linebacker Ben Leber and former Vikings safety Anthony Harris.

Former Vikings player and coach Pete Bercich breaks down film of RB Aaron Jones Sr. and RB Jordan Mason from the 2025 season.

Minnesota Vikings Legends and Pro Football Hall of Famers Cris Carter and John Randle sat down with former Vikings player and coach Pete Bercich to discuss their storied NFL careers including the 10 years they played together in Minnesota.

Former Vikings player and coach Pete Bercich breaks down film of DL Jalen Redmond from the 2025 NFL season.

Watch defensive highlights of the Vikings from the 2025 season.

Former Minnesota Vikings player and coach Pete Bercich breaks down film of OLB Dallas Turner from his big breakout 2025 season.

Watch highlights from Vikings halftimes during the 2025 season.

Former Minnesota Vikings player and coach Pete Bercich breaks down film of WR Justin Jefferson from the 2025 season.

Former NFL Players and hosts of the NFL Players: Second Acts podcast Charles "Peanut" Tillman and Roman Harper joined Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett from Super Bowl LX Radio Row to discuss Vikings Legend John Randle, takeaways from the Vikings 2025 season and areas of improvement, expectations for Brian Flores' defense moving forward, the importance of this offseason and more.

NFL Network's Brian Baldinger joined Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett from Super Bowl LX Radio Row to discuss the Vikings General Manager transition this offseason, the impressive play during the 2025 season from OLB Dallas Turner and DL Jalen Redmond, veteran S Harrison Smith and more.

NFL Network's Jefferi Chadiha joined Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett from Super Bowl LX Radio Row to discuss his takeaways from the Vikings 2025 season, his belief in quarterback J.J. McCarthy, the importance of retaining defensive coordinator Brian Flores and more.

NFL Network's Steve Wyche joined Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett from Super Bowl LX Radio Row to discuss the end of the Vikings 2025 season, retaining defensive Brian Flores and the difficulty of facing his defense, the team's transition at the General Manager position, his thoughts on free agency trends and managing the salary cap this offseason and more.

Sky Sports' Neil Reynolds joined Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett from Super Bowl LX Radio Row to discuss the Vikings two international games during the 2025 NFL season, expectations for the 2026 season, his respect for S Harrison Smith, the quarterback room and more.

Vikings RB Aaron Jones joined Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett from Super Bowl LX Radio Row to discuss his experience as a USO Global Ambassador, being a finalist for the NFL Salute to Service Award, how the Vikings support his work in the community, promoting his Showtyme Worldwide brand, his offseason plans and more.

In this edition of Minnesota Vikings Beat Writers Roundtable, Pioneer Press' Dane Mizutani, Purple Insider's Matthew Coller, ESPN's Kevin Seifert, The Athletic's Alec Lewis, Star Tribune's Emily Leiker and Ben Goessling discuss their favorite moment from the 2025 NFL season.