Getty Former Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold #14 looks on against the New York Giants. The Minnesota Vikings watched as Sam Darnold signed a three-year, $100.5 million contract with the Seattle Seahawks in free agency. Darnold’s $33.5 million annual salary was evident, but details about the structure remained unknown. In the end, Darnold only secured… Continue reading Ex-Vikings QB Sam Darnold on Notice Amid $100M Contract
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Minnesota Vikings stay the course at QB, letting Sam Darnold go
It meant the Vikings would have a new starting quarterback in 2024: either Sam Darnold, whom they signed to a one-year contract hours later, or the passer they planned to draft in the first round in April (which became Michigan’s J.J. McCarthy). It also meant that the Vikings, when given the choice between a costly… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings stay the course at QB, letting Sam Darnold go
Giants Fans Refuse to Accept Brian Daboll’s QB Announcement After Sam Darnold Seals Vikings Fate
The Giants never learn from their mistakes. When HC Brian Daboll announced Tommy DeVito as his QB1 last season, it seemed like DeVito would grab this opportunity with both hands. it felt like the perfect chance for DeVito to prove himself. But the 2024 season turned out to be a letdown for both the Giants… Continue reading Giants Fans Refuse to Accept Brian Daboll’s QB Announcement After Sam Darnold Seals Vikings Fate
Report: Vikings could pursue Aaron Rodgers if Sam Darnold leaves in free agency
The Minnesota Vikings have emerged as a potential candidate for quarterback Aaron Rodgers, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz. It was reported Saturday that Sam Darnold is not expected to re-sign with the Vikings, leaving a void at the QB position for the franchise. Rodgers, who is 41, is coming off of a season with… Continue reading Report: Vikings could pursue Aaron Rodgers if Sam Darnold leaves in free agency
Vikings free-agency predictions: What’ll they do with Sam Darnold, Byron Murphy, others?
A busy stretch for the Minnesota Vikings began Thursday when the team signed safety Theo Jackson to an extension. There could be more activity this weekend, leading into Monday’s legal tampering period ahead of free agency. Minnesota set itself up for a 14-win season last year with its strategy in free agency. Duplicating that success… Continue reading Vikings free-agency predictions: What’ll they do with Sam Darnold, Byron Murphy, others?
Minnesota Vikings pursue new Sam Darnold deal, but financially they are far away from each other
Until Tuesday of this week, the Minnesota Vikings had the opportunity to place their franchise tag on Sam Darnold, but they have chosen not to. Had it happened, it would have automatically given the 27-year-old a one-year deal, but this is not the case. Such a deal would have cost $40.42million for the NFL side,… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings pursue new Sam Darnold deal, but financially they are far away from each other
NFC Notes: Bears, Lions, Sam Darnold, Vikings
Bears Lions Lions new OC John Morton arrived in Detroit after spending the last two years as the Broncos’ pass game coordinator. Denver HC Sean Payton called Morton a “super passionate” and dedicated coach. “Super passionate,” Payton said, via Colton Pouncy of The Athletic. “Man, he works his tail off. He’s great with film study… Continue reading NFC Notes: Bears, Lions, Sam Darnold, Vikings
Vikings decline to use franchise tag on Sam Darnold; QB appears set to become a free agent | Sports
MINNEAPOLIS (TNS)— If the Minnesota Vikings plan to bring Sam Darnold back for the 2025 season, they’ll have to agree to a new contract with him, likely before the start of free agency next week. Otherwise, they’ll have a new starting quarterback for the third consecutive year. × This page requires Javascript. Javascript is… Continue reading Vikings decline to use franchise tag on Sam Darnold; QB appears set to become a free agent | Sports
Unleashing Sam Darnold into free agent minefield
Vikings Opt Out of Franchise Tag for Sam Darnold The Minnesota Vikings have made a strategic decision not to use the franchise tag on quarterback Sam Darnold, as reported by NFL insiders Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport. This move comes ahead of the looming deadline and would have entailed a hefty $40.2 million on a… Continue reading Unleashing Sam Darnold into free agent minefield
Report: Raiders Interested in Acquiring Sam Darnold from Vikings
The deadline for teams to place franchise or transition player tags on pending free agents is this coming Tuesday at 3:00 PM Central time. While the Minnesota Vikings have not made any public indication that they might use the tag on quarterback Sam Darnold, there is a team out there that is reportedly interested in… Continue reading Report: Raiders Interested in Acquiring Sam Darnold from Vikings