The Minnesota Vikings have fired general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah after four seasons with the organization, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
The move, first teased by a "Buckle up" post from Rapoport, was confirmed in an official statement by Vikings owners Mark and Zygi Wilf on Friday. The timing of the dismissal is considered stunning by many around the league, as Adofo-Mensah was reportedly in Mobile, Alabama, for the Senior Bowl this week and had signed a multi-year contract extension with the team in May 2025.
The Vikings finished the 2025 season with a 9-8 record and missed the playoffs, leading ownership to decide that "new leadership" was required for the team's football operations. Adofo-Mensah, who was hired in 2022 to succeed Rick Spielman, leaves Minnesota with a 43-25 regular-season record. His tenure was highlighted by the 2024 selection of quarterback J.J. McCarthy, though the team's recent performance failed to meet internal expectations following the extension.
Executive Vice President of Football Operations Rob Brzezinski will lead the front office on an interim basis through the 2026 NFL Draft, per @RapSheet. The organization plans to conduct a thorough search for a permanent general manager following the conclusion of the draft in April. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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