A superpower for Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold? His ability to bounce back

As quarterback Sam Darnold returned to the sideline on Sunday afternoon at U.S. Bank Stadium, his teammates realized that he seemed rather undeterred by the interception he had thrown. Though it proved costly for the Vikings as the Green Bay Packers immediately turned it into points, Darnold refused to let that play send him into… Continue reading A superpower for Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold? His ability to bounce back

Sam Darnold Might Win Comeback Player of the Year After All

Sam Darnold, despite what he’s done for the Minnesota Vikings, likely won’t get so much as a vote in the NFL Most Valuable Player balloting for this year. However, it’s now possible that he could end up winning an award that it was previously thought he was ineligible for. Today, the Associated Press (as reported… Continue reading Sam Darnold Might Win Comeback Player of the Year After All

A different Sam Darnold? Vikings’ rematch with Lions has quarterback playing at the top of game

“Last year was a huge part for that for me, just being able to figure out my routine and figure out what the best study habits are,” Darnold said. “Being a backup quarterback, that’s the best way to learn what the best way is to study. … [Bringing] those study habits to what we do… Continue reading A different Sam Darnold? Vikings’ rematch with Lions has quarterback playing at the top of game

Sam Darnold Could Win CPOY After All

Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images The Associated Press put out stipulations that altered the criteria for Comeback Player of the Year. Joe Flacco won in 2023 for leaving his couch. A more deserving result was the desire. The Minnesota Vikings Sam Darnold might challenge that. Insider says Minnesota Vikings Darnold will be considered The intention of… Continue reading Sam Darnold Could Win CPOY After All

Sam Darnold Among 2024 MVP Candidates

Well, then, it would be an error to overlook the scope of his impact. Krawczynski wrote the following in this article: During the Vikings nine-game winning streak, Darnold has completed 68 percent of his passes for 2,543 yards with 21 touchdowns and seven interceptions. If you narrow the focus to just the last seven games,… Continue reading Sam Darnold Among 2024 MVP Candidates

Colin Cowherd believes Vikings have ‘MVP-level quarterback’ in Sam Darnold

Sam Darnold has been nothing but consistent for the Minnesota Vikings. He’s delivered wins in each of the last nine weeks. His completion percentage is top 10 in the NFL. And Darnold is top five in both yards and touchdown passes. Most recently, Darnold completed 33-of-43 passes for 377 yards, three touchdowns and one interception… Continue reading Colin Cowherd believes Vikings have ‘MVP-level quarterback’ in Sam Darnold

NFC Notes: Sam Darnold, Vikings, Lions, Packers

Lions Lions WR Jameson Williams is nearing 1,000 yards for the first time in his career after taking a little time to hit his stride in the league. Detroit OC Ben Johnson raved about Williams’ potential and talked about how they knew he would break out once he got more reps with QB Jared Goff. … Continue reading NFC Notes: Sam Darnold, Vikings, Lions, Packers

It’s time to pay attention: Sam Darnold and the Vikings, winners of nine straight, could be Super Bowl-worthy

MINNEAPOLIS — There was a thick fog surrounding U.S. Bank Stadium throughout Sunday, an endless cloud that skewed visibility outside the gargantuan windows of the Minnesota Vikings’ downtown palace. It could’ve been a foreboding sign for the visiting Green Bay Packers, who would soon fall into a deep hole against their rivals for the second… Continue reading It’s time to pay attention: Sam Darnold and the Vikings, winners of nine straight, could be Super Bowl-worthy

Kevin O’Connell Confirms Demand From Sam Darnold’s Offense Before Announcing Vikings’ Injury Update

The Minnesota Vikings wrapped their Week 17 with a win over the Green Bay Packers. Although by the end the team wasn’t fully healthy, the hard-fought victory was enough to bring a smile to head coach Kevin O’Connell’s face, especially because of the offense’s efforts. The Vikings ran 70 plays for 441 yards, and this… Continue reading Kevin O’Connell Confirms Demand From Sam Darnold’s Offense Before Announcing Vikings’ Injury Update

Vikings’ Sam Darnold finds Jalen Nailor for 31-yard TD pass

Kevin Seifert, ESPN Staff WriterDec 29, 2024, 05:17 PM ET Close Kevin Seifert is a staff writer who covers the Minnesota Vikings and the NFL at ESPN. Kevin has covered the NFL for over 20 years, joining ESPN in 2008. He was previously a beat reporter for the Minneapolis Star Tribune and Washington Times. He… Continue reading Vikings’ Sam Darnold finds Jalen Nailor for 31-yard TD pass