Derik Keyes is set to begin his ninth season with the Minnesota Vikings, and he is showing a tireless dedication to connecting the health and performance department while motivating players to reach their full potential. Highly valued by the staff, Keyes will play a larger role in leading the Vikings football development program.
C.J. Ham, the Vikings’ fullback, highlighted the significant impact Keyes has had on his life throughout his professional career. Ham praised Keyes for his loyalty, trustworthiness, and support through changes in leadership, noting that Keyes is always there to provide guidance and ensure players are taking care of themselves both physically and mentally. He also emphasized the friendship that has developed between them, with Keyes being someone he can rely on for honest feedback and encouragement.
Ham expressed his excitement for Keyes’ promotion to Director of Football Development / Assistant Performance Coach, believing it was well-deserved. The Vikings announced a list of new hires and promotions within their football and performance staff. The list includes individuals such as Kyle DeLaura as Equipment Assistant, Shane Normandeau as Pro Scout, Emily Badis as Senior Manager of Football Administration, Oliver Bowling as Senior Football Video Coordinator, and Cole Bransford as Football Quantitative Methods Analyst.
The promotions include Sam DeLuca as Director of Pro Personnel, Matt Duhamel as Associate Head Athletic Trainer / Director of Rehabilitation, Chris French as Football Quantitative Methods Senior Analyst, Rashard Hammonds as Assistant Athletic Trainer, Michelle Mankoff as Player Personnel Analyst, Pro & College Scouting Logan Peterson as Senior Football Video Coordinator and Kaitlin Zarecki as Senior Football Operations Manager Special Assistant to the General Manager & Head Coach.[/
