As Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold led his game-winning drive on Sunday in Seattle, he couldn’t hear the voice of coach Kevin O’Connell in his helmet. That’s because O’Connell’s communications device stopped working at the worst possible time. “Yeah, my headset went out,” O’Connell said. “We had a great MVP performance from our sideline to get… Continue reading Kevin O’Connell’s headset went out as Sam Darnold led Vikings’ game-winning drive
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2024 NFL Week 17 QB Power Rankings: Ravens’ Lamar Jackson reclaims top spot; Vikings’ Sam Darnold rises again
1 Setting the Ravens record for single-season passing scores (37) is one thing; doing it in a pivotal rematch with the rival Steelers is another. This man is a walking highlight reel, effortlessly electric as both a tight-window thrower and play-extending speedster. His magical physical gifts are fully paired with smart, efficient and authoritative play.… Continue reading 2024 NFL Week 17 QB Power Rankings: Ravens’ Lamar Jackson reclaims top spot; Vikings’ Sam Darnold rises again
NFL Free Agency Rumors: Cleveland Browns eyeing Vikings’ QB Sam Darnold
The Cleveland Browns need a quarterback. Their current situation is not great. Deshaun Watson is expensive and underperforming. Cutting him isn’t an option with his contract. Dorian Thompson-Robinson isn’t ready to start, and Jameis Winston’s turnovers kill momentum. So, they’re shopping. Why the ‘Sam Darnold’ move makes sense? Sam Darnold isn’t the same guy you… Continue reading NFL Free Agency Rumors: Cleveland Browns eyeing Vikings’ QB Sam Darnold
Cowboys QB Cooper Rush could replace Sam Darnold with Vikings in 2025
The Dallas Cowboys may have a surprise bidding war on their hands come next spring. When the 2024 season started, everyone pointed to the pending free agency of players such as Zack Martin, Osa Odighizuwa and DeMarcus Lawrence. Brandin Cooks was identified as a potentially key exodus as well, and fans were hopeful Rico Dowdle… Continue reading Cowboys QB Cooper Rush could replace Sam Darnold with Vikings in 2025
Will the Vikings keep Sam Darnold beyond 2024?
After the Vikings gave up an opening-drive touchdown to the Giants in the wild-card round of the 2022 playoffs, former Cowboys coach Jason Garrett turned to me in the NBC viewing room and said, “It’s gonna be a long day for that defense.” After the Vikings scored an opening-drive touchdown on Sunday against the Seahawks,… Continue reading Will the Vikings keep Sam Darnold beyond 2024?
Sam Darnold’s incredible season is putting him in rare company
What Sam Darnold is doing this season should not be overlooked or taken for granted. He’s having the type of year that simply doesn’t happen very often. Darnold threw three more touchdown passes in the Vikings’ win over the Seahawks, including an incredible go-ahead strike to Justin Jefferson late in the fourth quarter. He’s helped… Continue reading Sam Darnold’s incredible season is putting him in rare company
Sam Darnold’s breakout season makes the Vikings retaining the QB in 2025 easier said than done
The 12-2 Minnesota Vikings have been one of the most pleasant surprises in all the NFL this season. And in a few months, no one should be surprised by the contract quarterback Sam Darnold will be able to fetch. Depending on how this season ends and how free agency shakes out, Darnold could command the… Continue reading Sam Darnold’s breakout season makes the Vikings retaining the QB in 2025 easier said than done
Analyst lays out way for Vikings to keep Sam Darnold in 2025
Before the 2024 NFL season started, it seemed inevitable that, though the Minnesota Vikings had signed quarterback Sam Darnold in free agency, the team would eventually hand over the reins to rookie first-round draft pick J.J. McCarthy. No one knew exactly when that would happen, but it was all but inevitable that it would. However,… Continue reading Analyst lays out way for Vikings to keep Sam Darnold in 2025
How the Vikings re-signing QB Sam Darnold would impact the salary cap and impact building a Super Bowl roster – AtoZ Sports
How the Vikings re-signing QB Sam Darnold would impact the salary cap and impact building a Super Bowl roster AtoZ Sports Where will Sam Darnold play next? A Kirk Cousins trade? Setting stage for 2025 QB carousel The Athletic Will Lions rebound? Should Vikings keep Sam Darnold? What’s Belichick’s endgame? FOX Sports Sam Darnold’s career season means the… Continue reading How the Vikings re-signing QB Sam Darnold would impact the salary cap and impact building a Super Bowl roster – AtoZ Sports
Vikings Tailgate: Adam Ray Roasts The NFL and Loves Sam Darnold – SEA
Welcome back to the Vikings Tailgate presented by Ticketmaster – The official ticket marketplace of the Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings are heading to the ‘Emerald City’ and big-time comedian Adam Ray joins Cy Amundson to talk through his love for Seattle sports. Adam talks about roasting the Steelers and Seahawks players, his friendship with Sam… Continue reading Vikings Tailgate: Adam Ray Roasts The NFL and Loves Sam Darnold – SEA