Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell has been awarded the 2025 Horrigan Award by the Pro Football Writers of America for his exemplary qualities and professional style in assisting football writers. He is recognized for his openness with reporters, conducting one-on-one interviews, engaging in off-the-record discussions, and fostering an environment where players and coaches feel comfortable sharing their stories. O’Connell is the first member of the Vikings franchise to receive this honor and the first head coach to win since Ron Rivera in 2023, with other nominees including Rams president Kevin Demoff and 49ers General Manager John Lynch.
