Vikings Coach Kevin O'Connell Shares Heartfelt Message to London Star Jordan Addison Following Bench Decision

JORDAN Addison scored a thrilling last-minute game-winning touchdown after serving his time on the bench.

The Minnesota Vikings wide receiver was sidelined by his coach for the first quarter of Sunday’s match against the Cleveland Browns.

Jordan Addison was benched for the first quarter of Sunday’s game in London. He caught a touchdown pass in the final minute to secure a 21-17 victory.

Addison, 23, missed a team event earlier this week in London.

He had to watch the beginning of the game from the sidelines.

However, he caught a 12-yard touchdown pass from Carson Wentz with just 25 seconds left, clinching a 21-17 win.

Head coach Kevin O’Connell stated, “We will always keep many of those details private.

“But he missed a walk-through this week, and such actions do not align with our standards.

“We wanted to ensure he was held accountable for that.

“At the same time, he understands that and handled it professionally.

“He communicated with the team, assuring them that when I give him the opportunity to enter the game, they can rely on him to make the winning catch.”

Addison was suspended for the first three games of the 2025 season.

He returned to the field last week in Dublin and became the last-minute hero in London on Sunday.

“I have great admiration for Jordan Addison,” O’Connell added.

“He is someone I care about deeply, and he knows that every player in that locker room supports him.

“He understands that I will never waver in my confidence and belief in him.

“However, we have standards, and personal responsibility and accountability are crucial if we want to discuss our culture.”