Luke Hales/Getty Images Daniel Jones wanted to go to a contender, and that is exactly what happened after his release from the New York Giants. Jones hit waivers and ended up signing with the Minnesota Vikings. This move for the Vikings now creates some conversation surrounding the quarterback position. Right now, it is currently Sam… Continue reading The Minnesota Vikings Will Bench Sam Darnold for Daniel Jones
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Sam Darnold Too Expensive for Vikings? Daniel Jones Might be the Better Option Anyway…
Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Daniel Jones now plays quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings. He chose the Vikings, among about 6-7 very interested teams, according to reports. But that doesn’t mean the 2019 1st round pick is competition for 2018 1st round pick, and current Vikings QB1, Sam Darnold. Not unless both guys end up back… Continue reading Sam Darnold Too Expensive for Vikings? Daniel Jones Might be the Better Option Anyway…
Sam Darnold ‘excited’ about ex-Giant Daniel Jones joining Vikings
Sam Darnold is “excited” about Daniel Jones’ next NFL chapter in Minnesota. On Wednesday, the same day it was reported the former Giants quarterback is signing with the Vikings, the team’s current signal-caller said he’s “very happy to be teammates with Jones,” who was released by Big Blue last Friday after five-and-a-half rollercoaster seasons. “Signing… Continue reading Sam Darnold ‘excited’ about ex-Giant Daniel Jones joining Vikings
Video of Sam Darnold, Daniel Jones Playing Cornhole Resurfaces After Vikings Sign QB
The Minnesota Vikings beefed up their quarterback room this week by signing Daniel Jones, who was released from the New York Giants after being benched for a 2-8 start to the season. Jones arrives in Minnesota having racked up over 14,000 passing yards and 70 touchdowns while completing 64.1% of his passes across his six-year… Continue reading Video of Sam Darnold, Daniel Jones Playing Cornhole Resurfaces After Vikings Sign QB
Vikings ‘comfortable’ with Sam Darnold bolting for more money
The Minnesota Vikings have been one of the most pleasant surprises of the 2024 NFL season. Minnesota is 9-2 heading into Week 13 and is one game back in the NFC North division standings. They are firmly in the mix to make the playoffs in the NFC. Minnesota will have some interesting decision to make… Continue reading Vikings ‘comfortable’ with Sam Darnold bolting for more money
Sam Darnold turned a pick into Jordan Addison’s huge catch in Chicago
Sitting with a 14-10 lead at halftime of Sunday’s game in Chicago, the Vikings wanted to do something they hadn’t done in the past couple of weeks: start the second half with a score. So, coach Kevin O’Connell went back to a play from that Colts win to generate a spark. But this time, Darnold… Continue reading Sam Darnold turned a pick into Jordan Addison’s huge catch in Chicago
Sam Darnold isn’t only Vikings QB under fire after Daniel Jones signing
Sam Darnold’s story is a great one. He struggled as a first-round pick with the New York Jets and eventually with the Carolina Panthers. However, once Darnold was able to find a system he fit well in – alongside coaches who believed in him and knew what they were doing for a change – the… Continue reading Sam Darnold isn’t only Vikings QB under fire after Daniel Jones signing
NFC Notes: Sam Darnold, Caleb Williams, Bears, Lions, Vikings
Bears The Bears came up short in Week 12 but showed more offensive promise under interim OC Thomas Brown. Chicago QB Caleb Williams explained how Brown has helped him feel more comfortable during the game specifically with communication. “He has a certain aura to him that he just allows you to play free,” Williams said,… Continue reading NFC Notes: Sam Darnold, Caleb Williams, Bears, Lions, Vikings
Sam Darnold can take the Vikings as far as they want to go
The duality of veteran quarterback Sam Darnold is something that has come to define the Vikings at different points of this season. He has the arm talent to make some throws that completely defy logic. He also has the irrational confidence to take some risks that probably shouldn’t be taken. If he’s able to strike… Continue reading Sam Darnold can take the Vikings as far as they want to go
Vikings QB Sam Darnold Catches Brutal Stray During Caleb Williams’ Press Conference
Credit: Daniel Bartel-Imagn Images The Minnesota Vikings have officially secured a winning season, improving to 9-2 with a 30-27 overtime win over the Bears. Kicker John Parker Romo sealed the victory with a game-winning field goal, extending the Vikings Soldier Field streak to five games. Caleb Williams, the first overall pick, has had a rookie… Continue reading Vikings QB Sam Darnold Catches Brutal Stray During Caleb Williams’ Press Conference