"I mean, whether it was trying to get something done in training camp [or] trying to get out in front of kind of this period before people would be able to talk to him about a similar role with their teams. You don't see a lot of players signing free agency before free agency starts sometimes, because they want to know what their market is and they want to be able to totally clarify that."
"We were very much being aggressive to try to get something done with him, but at the same time want to be respectful and make sure he can go through whatever process. ... But, based upon my conversations, I have a lot of confidence we're going to be able to get something done with him as our defensive coordinator."
The Minnesota Vikings have been attempting to extend defensive coordinator Brian Flores' contract since last summer, and his current deal expires Wednesday. Head coach Kevin O'Connell said he and Flores have spoken almost every day since the regular season ended and that Flores understands the team's intent. O'Connell said he is not worried about a lateral move and described the timing as Flores assessing his market, similar to player free-agency timing. The team pursued an aggressive but respectful approach to negotiations, and O'Connell expressed confidence they can reach an agreement. Flores has interviewed for at least one head-coaching vacancy, meeting with the Baltimore Ravens on Tuesday.
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