Amidst the staff retention, a surprising twist arises as Offensive Coordinator Wes Phillips he faces a legal battle stemming from a DWI arrest during the previous season. Phillips is set to plead guilty in a Hennepin County court on Friday, following an arrest on December 8, where he was charged with 4th-degree DWI after registering a .10 on a sobriety test.
Despite the arrest, Phillips continued coaching throughout the season. Now, details emerge that he will pay a $378 fine and complete eight hours of community service. The exact charge he’s pleading guilty to remains undisclosed, adding an element of suspense to this unfolding story. Stay tuned for more on this unexpected turn in Phillips’ coaching journey with the Vikings since 2022.
