![]() ![]() Tyke Tolbert interviewed for the #Vikings’ offensive coordinator job that ultimately went to Klint Kubiak, but the expectation, per sources, is Tolbert will return as the #Giants’ wide receivers coach in 2021.Īs Lombardo notes, Tolbert recently interviewed with the Minnesota Vikings for their offensive coordinator position. Matt Lombardo of Fansided reports that Tolbert is now expected to return to Joe Judge’s staff in 2021. There was also concern they may have to replace Tyke Tolbert as the wide receivers coach but that no longer appears to be the case. The Giants seem to have found their solution at offensive line coach, adding Louisiana’s Rob Sale, but remain on the hunt for an outside linebackers coach. There will be a need to address some assistant coaching jobs, but with Jason Garrett slated to return as the offensive coordinator and Patrick Graham signing an extension to remain defensive coordinator, the big pieces are all in place. Connect with him on Twitter and join our Vikings community at Heavy on Vikings on Facebook.The New York Giants wanted continuity headed into the 2021 season after nearly a decade of constant change and fluctuation, and for the most part it appears they’re finally going to have that. Trevor Squire is a Heavy contributor covering the Minnesota Vikings and journalism graduate from the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities. ![]() Titans’ Derrick Henry Sends Strong Message on Vikings’ Dalvin Cook.NFL Insider Insinuates Vikings’ ‘Betrayal’ of Stefon Diggs. ![]() Stefon Diggs Has Strong Message on Vikings’ Justin Jefferson.Vikings’ Justin Jefferson Has Special Request for Randy Moss.Vikings’ Justin Jefferson Causing ‘Rift’ in Eagles Locker Room: Report.Ex-CFL Trick Shot Kicker Tells Vikings: ‘I Will Fly to Minnesota Tomorrow’.Zimmer added that the Vikings will interview other offensive coordinator candidates this week, although, none have been named. Kirk Cousins, after a horrific start to the season, threw a career-high 35 TDs in 2020. Dalvin Cook posted a career-high 1,918 yards from scrimmage and 17 total touchdowns. Adam Thielen had a career-high 14 touchdowns this season. Justin Jefferson set the Super Bowl era rookie receiving yards record with 1,400 yards on the season despite not starting until Week 3. That’ll be a challenge after many skill players had career years in 2020. Zimmer pointed to minimizing penalties next season and getting the most out of the personnel. “I like the continuity of the offense but I think there’s some other things we can add as well to make us even better,” Zimmer said, per Vikings Territory editor Sean Borman. Mike Zimmer Signals Desire to Add to OffenseĪfter a brief hiatus from media briefings, Zimmer spoke on KFAN Radio on Tuesday, addressing Rapoport’s report and the speculation surrounding the open offensive coordinator position. Zimmer has also expressed the need for an offensive advisor, similar to the role Gary Kubiak served in 2019-2020 before becoming the offensive coordinator. Offensive line coach Rick Dennison is the only staffed Vikings coach that has playcalling experience and will likely be a resource to either Tolbert or Klint Kubiak. Tolbert, working with two past Minnesota coordinators, has plenty of familiarity to take over the offense under Zimmer.Īlthough Tolbert has never called plays in 18 seasons as an NFL coach, neither has Klint Kubiak. Tolbert won a Super Bowl ring with Gary Kubiak and the Denver Broncos in 2015-16 before moving on to the Giants, joining former Vikings coordinator Pat Shurmur. This would allow MIN to keep the same system,” Rapoport added.ĭie-hard Vikings fan? Follow the Heavy on Vikings Facebook page for the latest breaking news, rumors and content out of Skol Nation! “While respected in his own right, Tolbert worked under former OC Gary Kubiak in Denver during their run to Super Bowl 50. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported that Minnesota “ will interview Giants WRs coach Tyke Tolbert this week for their vacant OC position,” per a source. Coach Mike Zimmer was satisfied with the offense this season and touted his desire for continuity before Gary Kubiak officially retired.īut after several weeks and half of the team’s coaching vacancies filled, the most important this offseason remains in the air and open for outside candidates - the first being New York Giants wide receivers coach Tyke Tolbert. Quarterbacks coach Klint Kubiak has been the presumed favorite for the position after his father, Gary Kubiak, retired earlier this offseason. The heir to the Minnesota Vikings offensive coordinator position has been challenged. ![]()
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