NFC Notes: Sam Darnold, Ben Johnson, Bears, Lions, Vikings

Bears Bears’ recently hired HC Ben Johnson said his message to the team is to be focused on winning “now.”  “Our mission starting this spring is to win and to win now. I get goosebumps right now just thinking about being the head coach of the Chicago Bears. I know exactly what this role and… Continue reading NFC Notes: Sam Darnold, Ben Johnson, Bears, Lions, Vikings

Vikings Dubbed Top Destination for 4-Time MVP as Sam Darnold Replacement – Athlon Sports

Vikings Dubbed Top Destination for 4-Time MVP as Sam Darnold Replacement  Athlon Sports NFL analyst believes the Minnesota Vikings are the best spot for future Hall of Fame quarterback  Sporting News Surprise Contender Called ‘Best Landing Spot’ For Jets’ Aaron Rodgers  Sports Illustrated Vikings Deemed ‘Best Landing Spot’ for Jets QB Aaron Rodgers  Heavy.com The Minnesota Vikings Need To… Continue reading Vikings Dubbed Top Destination for 4-Time MVP as Sam Darnold Replacement – Athlon Sports

Sam Darnold Named 2024 Most Improved Player by PFWA

He helped the Vikings net their 14th victory of the season against Green Bay in Week 17, becoming the first QB in NFL history to record 14 wins in his first season with a team since at least 1950 when QB starts were tracked. (Peyton Manning and Steve McNair previously had 13 apiece.) Darnold threw… Continue reading Sam Darnold Named 2024 Most Improved Player by PFWA

Sam Darnold Finds New Passion as QB Clears Stance on Vikings Future

The end of the 2024-25 season has been a time of clarity and exploration for Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold. Away from the US Bank Stadium, the Vikings QB is recharging after a grueling season, taking it easy and slow. There is no age to start doing something new, especially if it piques your interest,… Continue reading Sam Darnold Finds New Passion as QB Clears Stance on Vikings Future

Darnold wins ‘Most Improved Player of the Year’

Darnold led the Vikings to 14 victories and set career highs in several passing categories in his first season with the team. MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold was named the 2024 NFL Most Improved Player of the Year by the Professional Football Writers of America (PFWA). Darnold led the Vikings to 14 victories… Continue reading Darnold wins ‘Most Improved Player of the Year’

Vikings QB Sam Darnold named finalist for Comeback Player of the Year

Although his season ended sourly, Sam Darnold had a great season as the Minnesota Vikings’ quarterback. He completed 66.2% of his passes for 4,319 yards and 35 touchdowns, all career-highs. His performance could land him a postseason accolade. The Associated Press announced its finalists for eight awards on Thursday. Darnold is among five finalists for… Continue reading Vikings QB Sam Darnold named finalist for Comeback Player of the Year

Minnesota Vikings have important date in February revolving around Sam Darnold that will be pivotal for the 2025 season – AtoZ Sports

Minnesota Vikings have important date in February revolving around Sam Darnold that will be pivotal for the 2025 season  AtoZ Sports Lunchbreak: Pro Football Focus Ranks Top 100 Pending Free Agents  Vikings.com Sam Darnold’s Re-Adjusted Trade Value Raises Eyebrows  Athlon Sports Raiders quarterback 2025: Is Sam Darnold a good option?  Silver And Black Pride Minnesota Vikings News and Links:… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings have important date in February revolving around Sam Darnold that will be pivotal for the 2025 season – AtoZ Sports

What does putting the franchise tag on Sam Darnold mean?

Sports has its own language and certainly has a mountain of shorthand within that language. Even those who speak it don’t always know what everything means, but they rarely stop to ask for clarification. It was heartening, then, to receive an email from reader Chris on Thursday morning asking simply and politely: “What does ‘put… Continue reading What does putting the franchise tag on Sam Darnold mean?

Kevin O’Connell, Sam Darnold, Brian Flores are NFL award finalists

Kevin O’Connell, Sam Darnold and Brian Flores could be heading to New Orleans, after all. The Vikings head coach, quarterback and defensive coordinator were among the 40 finalists named Thursday for eight of the league’s most prestigious awards, which will be presented on Feb. 6 at the NFL Honors ceremony in New Orleans, site of… Continue reading Kevin O’Connell, Sam Darnold, Brian Flores are NFL award finalists

NFL poll predicts where Vikings QB Sam Darnold will play in 2025

Sam Darnold’s 2024 season ended with two ugly performances, but he will still be a highly-coveted asset when free agency begins in March. He not only played the best football of his career for most of the season, but this year’s NFL draft isn’t as deep at quarterback as last year. This means Darnold’s value… Continue reading NFL poll predicts where Vikings QB Sam Darnold will play in 2025