Vikings, Sam Darnold

Vikings Urged to Replace Sam Darnold With Athletic $19 Million QB
That was before quarterback guru Kevin O'Connell arrived in Minnesota. He's made the Vikings a dream destination for any quarterback looking for a change of scenery, including Fields, who named Minnesota one of his four preferred destinations in a trade last year.
The most controversial Vikings free agency decision doesn't involve Sam Darnold
The Minnesota Vikings could make a splashy albeit contentious move this offseason, unrelated to Sam Darnold's free agency.
Vikings QB Sam Darnold Makes Announcement Amid Uncertain Future
Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold's post on social media ahead of free agency drew widespread reactions from NFL fans.
Ex-Bears QB Floated as Replacement for Vikings Sam Darnold
Fields played out the final season of his four-year, $19 million rookie contract in 2024, going 4-2 as the Steelers' starter before the team replaced him with Russell Wilson. For his career, Fields has thrown for nearly 7,800 yards, 45 touchdowns and 31 interceptions while rushing the football for 2,509 yards and 19 scores.
Vikings QB Sam Darnold named finalist for Comeback Player of the Year
Minnesota was intrigued with Darnold after he spent time learning from 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan, one of the league’s best offensive minds. Kevin O’Connell built on that, helping get Darnold selected to the Pro Bowl for the first time.
Vikings' Sam Darnold named Most Improved Player in 2024 by PFWA
Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold has been named the 2024 Most Improved Player of the Year by the Pro Football Writers of America (PFWA). It isn't an official NFL award — though it arguably should be — but this is a cool honor for Darnold nonetheless.
Super Bowl Coach Hiring Brings Good News for Vikings’ Sam Darnold
A pending free agent, Vikings QB Sam Darnold's chances to land with the Raiders may have gotten a boost with the hiring of Pete Carroll.
NFL poll predicts where Vikings QB Sam Darnold will play in 2025
The poll predicted Darnold will be the quarterback of the Las Vegas Raiders in 2025. Although they have yet to hire a head coach, the Raiders will be in the mix because they have the money to acquire Darnold.
Insider 'truly' believes Vikings will sign Sam Darnold, use J.J. McCarthy as trade bait
There are plenty of really good reasons why the Vikings should do the opposite of what the insider thinks will happen.
The Sam Darnold ‘perception’ that shifted during nightmarish Vikings skid — and how much it’ll cost QB
Signed by the Vikings in March on a one-year, $10 million deal, Darnold — starting over injured rookie J.J. McCarthy, who underwent surgery for his meniscus during preseason — helped lead Minnesota to a 14-3 regular season record that boasted a nine-game win streak.
What's next for Sam Darnold and the Minnesota Vikings?
Sam Darnold piled up stats this season, charmed the fanbase and probably earned himself a nice payday in the process. But will he get it from the Vikings?
Why Sam Darnold may have sealed J.J. McCarthy’s fate after Vikings duds
Sam Darnold’s second straight Jets-esque performance in a primetime game, this one ending the Vikings’ season Monday night in ...
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Sam Darnold shows true colors in message about Vikings, Kevin O’Connell view clear
Star quarterback Sam Darnold looked back fondly on his first season with the Vikings - but head coach Kevin O'Connell ...
NFL Personnel Staffer Predicts Sam Darnold Will Team Up with Record-Breaking Pass Catcher
Darnold stepped in and had a season to remember. He led the Vikings to a 14-3 record but the team was ultimately eliminated ...