Vikings expand GM search after Kwesi Adofo-Mensah exit

The Minnesota Vikings are aggressively expanding their search for a new general manager following the departure of Kwesi Adofo-Mensah. According to Adam Schefter, Minnesota has requested interviews with several respected NFL executives, including Rams John McCay, Tennessee Titans assistant general manager Dave Ziegler, Los Angeles Chargers assistant general manager Chad Alexander, and San Francisco 49ers assistant general manager RJ Gillen.

The wide-ranging search reflects the importance of this hire for a Vikings organization attempting to remain competitive in the stacked NFC North while navigating several major roster decisions in the coming years.

Each candidate brings a different background and organizational philosophy.

Ziegler is perhaps the most recognizable name among the group because of his previous experience as the general manager of the Las Vegas Raiders. Before his time in Las Vegas, Ziegler developed a strong reputation with the New England Patriots, where he worked closely with Bill Belichick in personnel and scouting roles. His experience running an NFL front office could make him an appealing option for Minnesota. McKay — son of longtime NFL exec Rich McKay and grandson of the late coach John McKay — is in his 10th season in L.A., where he worked with Kevin O’Connell.

Alexander has steadily become one of the NFL's most respected personnel executives during his time with the Chargers. He has extensive scouting experience and has been heavily involved in roster construction throughout his NFL career. Around the league, Alexander is viewed as a strong evaluator with deep connections across scouting departments.