Vikings, Sam Darnold

Successful Sam Darnold Experiment Proved Vikings Don’t Need Him in 2025
The Minnesota Vikings made Sam Darnold into what he is now, and they shouldn't be interested in paying him for that.
Vikings Send 7-Word Message on Sam Darnold Decision
Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold is a month from becoming a free agent, but his business in Minnesota is not finished yet.
Sam Darnold’s future with the Vikings: What’s most likely and why
As Sam Darnold hits a major career crossroad, Alec Lewis lays out all potential options for the quarterback following his career revival.
Vikings Face Tough Sam Darnold Decision In 2025, Must Move On
His preseason torn meniscus scuttled those plans and Darnold went on to have a great and surprising year. There are no guarantees that Darnold would be able to repeat his success in 2025, and if the Vikings were to bring him back, his $10 million salary would likely rise to the $35-40 million level.
Vikings Keep $40 Million ‘Upshot’ Option on Table Amid Sam Darnold Uncertainty
The Minnesota Vikings kept their options open with quarterback Sam Darnold, who is due for a significant payday this offseason.
Vikings Predicted To Add $49.6 Million, 377-TD QB Instead of Re-Signing Sam Darnold or Starting J.J. McCarthy
The Minnesota Vikings’ 2024 season was one of the biggest surprises in the NFL last year. Following Kirk Cousins’ departure, Minnesota finished with a shocking 14-3 record, tying the Super Bowl-winning Philadelphia Eagles for the third-most wins in the regular season.
Raiders mailbag: Is Sam Darnold a viable option for Raiders?
The Raiders head to Indianapolis for the NFL scouting combine next week. The trip will play a major part in shaping the club’s offseason — for the draft and free agency. Their fans have plenty of questions as a result.
Report: Vikings unlikely to franchise tag Sam Darnold
The Minnesota Vikings are in a tricky situation with quarterback Sam Darnold, and they may not want to use the franchise tag to retain him for 2025. Darnold is set to be a free agent.
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Kevin O'Connell Speaks Out About Possibly Bringing Sam Darnold Back
The Minnesota Vikings shocked the world in 2024. Not many people thought they would be a playoff-caliber team last season, ...
Did Kevin O'Connell's comment about Sam Darnold go unnoticed before Super Bowl?
O'Connell did about a billion interviews leading up to the big game, but there's a comment from Feb. 7 that might've flown ...
Kevin O'Connell Might Have Tipped Vikings' Hand About Sam Darnold Plan
"Kevin O'Connell told us Sam Darnold has earned the right to be a free agent," Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio said Feb. 12 ...
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Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell puts QB drama to rest with eight words
The Minnesota Vikings' quarterback dilemma isn't as complicated as it appears, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell.
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell says QB decision is an 'ongoing process'
The Vikings are almost on the clock. The time to make a decision on how they'll handle their quarterback position is fast ...
Vikings’ HC Kevin O’Connell addresses team’s QB decision for 2025 season
Despite Sam Darnold's excellent season, his future with the team remains uncertain as his short-term contract and strong ...