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Though he has put his own spin on a lot of the stuff he does with the Vikings, O’Connell still speaks glowingly about his time with the Rams. He referenced how he was actively involved in the preparation on a weekly basis and how that played a role in building his confidence.

The Vikings and Rams kick off Week 8 in Los Angeles. Follow along for live updates and highlights from "Thursday Night Football."