TOUCH DOWN FEW MINUTE AGO: Minnesota Viking current Head Coach Kevin O’Connell promote Defensive tickle player Jonathan Allen Dwight Powell as a new quarterback giving him resignation letter to Arkansas Razorbacks as a New current…. view more

In a jaw-dropping series of events that have taken the NFL and college football world by storm, Minnesota Vikings Head Coach Kevin O’Connell has reportedly resigned from his position with the team — only minutes after executing one of the most unorthodox personnel decisions in recent NFL history.

According to team insiders and early reports from the Vikings locker room, O’Connell promoted defensive tackle Jonathan Allen Dwight Powell — a name not widely known to fans — to the starting quarterback position just moments before submitting his formal resignation letter to the team. Powell, who had been listed on the defensive roster, is now set to become the first defensive lineman in modern NFL history to start under center.

This surprising move comes amid swirling rumors that O’Connell has accepted a new position as the head coach of the Arkansas Razorbacks, the University of Arkansas’ college football program.

A Shocking Quarterback Switch

Sources within the Vikings organization confirmed that Powell, known for his size, athleticism, and leadership in the locker room, has never taken a snap at quarterback in a professional game. While he has occasionally been involved in trick plays and special teams formations, no one could have anticipated this unprecedented shift.

“He’s got heart, he’s got vision, and frankly — he’s the best pure athlete I’ve ever coached,” O’Connell reportedly told players before walking out of the facility. “Sometimes leadership comes from where you least expect it.”

The Fallout

Reactions from players, analysts, and fans have ranged from disbelief to humor to outright confusion.

NFL analyst Adam Schefter tweeted, “Never seen anything like this. O’Connell promoting a DT to QB then bolting to college football? Wild.”

Meanwhile, the Vikings front office has yet to issue an official statement, though insiders say they were “completely blindsided.”

Arkansas Razorbacks Land a Pro Coach

If reports are confirmed, O’Connell will now take over at Arkansas, replacing head coach Sam Pittman. The Razorbacks are coming off a challenging SEC season and have been actively searching for a leader to revitalize the program. O’Connell’s NFL background and reputation for offensive innovation may be just what the team needs — although his dramatic exit from the NFL may raise eyebrows.