MINNESOTA VIKINGS NAME NOLAN TEASLEY GENERAL MANAGER

By: J.J. Pavlick | Eagan, MN | June 1, 2026 |

Eagan, MN – The Minnesota Vikings have turned to one of the NFL’s fastest‑rising personnel minds to lead their football operation, naming Nolan Teasley the franchise’s new general manager on Monday. Teasley arrives after 13 seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, including the past three as assistant general manager, where he helped build two Super Bowl champions and one of the league’s most consistently competitive rosters.

Teasley will be introduced Wednesday, June 3, at 10 a.m. at the TCO Performance Center.

For the Vikings, the hire represents a decisive shift toward a modern, process‑driven football operation built on collaboration between the front office, coaching staff, and analytics departments. For Teasley, it’s the culmination of a rise that began as a Seahawks scouting intern in 2013 and ended with him becoming one of the most respected evaluators in the league.

A Proven Builder From a Championship Tree

Teasley’s résumé in Seattle reads like a blueprint for sustained success: nine playoff appearances, three Super Bowl runs and two Lombardi Trophies — Super Bowl XLVIII in 2013 and Super Bowl LX this past season.

Vikings Owner/President Mark Wilf said the organization was drawn to Teasley’s depth of experience and his ability to build competitive rosters across multiple eras of Seahawks football.

“Nolan brings tremendous football acumen and a proven track record of success,” Wilf said. “He has a strong understanding of talent evaluation at both the collegiate and professional levels, significant experience with building a consistently competitive roster, and he brings a disciplined, process-driven approach to the job.”

Owner/Chairman Zygi Wilf echoed that sentiment, emphasizing Teasley’s credibility with coaches and his command of modern roster construction.

“What really impressed us was his wide range of experience,” Wilf said. “He understands schematics and player traits at a high level, and that knowledge earns him credibility with every coaching staff he’s been around.”

A Modern Operator With a Collaborative Approach

As Seattle’s assistant general manager, Teasley oversaw football operations and worked closely with President of Football Operations/GM John Schneider on every aspect of roster building. He played a key role in integrating data and analytics into the Seahawks’ scouting process, managing collaboration between personnel, research and coaching staffs.

He evaluated NFL rosters and practice squads throughout the year, helped shape Seattle’s draft strategy, and was central to the team’s approach to free agency and trades.

Teasley said the opportunity in Minnesota represents both a challenge and a privilege.

“I am truly honored to join the Minnesota Vikings organization,” Teasley said. “The Vikings have everything needed to compete at the highest level — a strong culture, great ownership, world‑class facilities, and an exceptional fan base. I look forward to working alongside Kevin O’Connell, Rob Brzezinski and our entire organization as we build a team Vikings fans can be proud of.”

From Intern to GM: A Rise Built on Work, Detail and Trust

Teasley’s path to the top of an NFL front office is one of persistence and steady ascent.

A native of Ellensburg, Washington, he joined the Seahawks as a scouting intern in 2013 before rising to pro personnel scout, assistant director of pro personnel, and eventually director of pro personnel—a role he held for five seasons. He became assistant general manager in 2023.

His responsibilities spanned unrestricted free agency, undrafted free agent strategy, opponent scouting, trade evaluation, and year‑round roster management.

Teasley played running back at Central Washington University, graduating in 2007 with a degree in public relations. He and his wife, Morgan, have four sons: Cruz, Jax, Jude, and Nash.

Strong Support From Minnesota’s Leadership

Head coach Kevin O’Connell said Teasley’s leadership style and football intellect stood out immediately.

“He carries himself with humility but can confidently articulate the impressive depth of his football knowledge,” O’Connell said. “We share a belief in the importance of culture, consensus‑building, and putting people in positions to become the best versions of themselves.”

Executive Vice President of Football Operations Rob Brzezinski said he looks forward to the partnership.

“I have a great deal of respect for Nolan,” Brzezinski said. “I will continue to do everything I can to help this organization achieve its ultimate goal of bringing a championship to Minnesota.”

Praise From Seattle: ‘He Outworked, Outlearned and Outgrew Every Role’

Few know Teasley better than Seahawks GM John Schneider, who offered one of the strongest endorsements of the hiring cycle.

“Nolan Teasley is a direct reflection of our football process,” Schneider said. “He outworked, outlearned, and outgrew every role we gave him—and now he’s a general manager in this league. The Vikings aren’t just getting a great football mind. They’re getting an exceptional human being.”

Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald added that Teasley’s impact in Seattle was immediate and lasting.

“He’s incredibly smart, humble, creative, and has a unique ability to solve problems and build relationships,” Macdonald said. “This is a well‑earned opportunity, and I know he’ll do a great job.”

Teasley’s Introduction

The Vikings will introduce Nolan Teasley to the media on Wednesday, June 3, at 10 a.m. CT in the auditorium at Twin Cities Orthopedics Performance Center.

Nolan Teasley arrives in Minnesota with a résumé built on winning, collaboration, and a modern approach to roster construction—and the Vikings believe he’s the leader who can turn that foundation into a championship future. His rise from intern to general manager mirrors the kind of culture Minnesota wants to build: detailed, disciplined, and driven.

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