Kevin O'Connell Hints at Starting Center Plan, Jonathan Greenard's Future

Vikes expect Greenard to stay after trade rumors

Amid trade rumors that swirled earlier this offseason, Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell said Monday that he is planning for linebacker Jonathan Greenard to be on the roster this season.

Kevin O'Connell Hints at Starting Center Plan, Jonathan Greenard's Future

The Vikings still have big roster decisions to make, but it sounds like they already have a plan to complete the offensive line.

Kevin O'Connell Addresses Jonathan Greenard Trade Buzz

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell expects outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard to be on his team in September, but didn’t sound wholly ironclad about it. Minnesota’s coach did not slam the door on Greenard trade talk. That’s one of the takeaways from O’Connell’s comments Monday, as the NFL held its annual league meetings. O’Connell’s Comments Keep the Greenard Debate Alive Greenard will probably stay in Minnesota, but a trade isn’t ye…

Kevin O'Connell Confirms Player's Position Change

Oct 23, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell during the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images The Minnesota Vikings lost some veteran talent this offseason, including Javon Hargrave and Jonathan Allen, whom they cut. Harrison Smith is still weighing retirement, while Ryan Kelly announced his. For none of those players was a replacement hired in free agency. The Vikin…