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There’s a New Twist in the Sam Darnold Saga

UPDATE: O’Connell has clarified his remarks, courtesy of Alec Lewis of The Athletic. Apparently the quote from Dave Birkett (the Lions’ beat writer from the Detroit Free Press) was completely out of context. Here’s what O’Connell said when asked to clarify his comments: I don’t necessarily think that was 100 percent accurate. It was in… Continue reading There’s a New Twist in the Sam Darnold Saga

Vikings free agents: Sam Darnold and 9 other important players set to hit the market

It’s an understatement to say the Minnesota Vikings roster could look very different next season. The team has 23 players set to become free agents. Ten of them played more than 50 percent of the snaps in 2024. Once the Vikings brass irons out its plans at quarterback, its attention will turn to filling out… Continue reading Vikings free agents: Sam Darnold and 9 other important players set to hit the market

NFC Notes: Sam Darnold Potential Destinations, Ben Johnson, Bears, Packers, Vikings

Bears The Athletic’s Kevin Fishbain has been asking around the league about the Bears new HC Ben Johnson. Fishbain cites an anonymous league source who said Johnson has an impeccable reputation.  “You’re not going to hear a bad thing about him,” the source said. As for Chicago’s needs, most of Fishbain’s sources pointed to their… Continue reading NFC Notes: Sam Darnold Potential Destinations, Ben Johnson, Bears, Packers, Vikings

Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy wants ‘fair opportunity’ at starting QB job with Sam Darnold’s future uncertain

Getty Images The Minnesota Vikings drafted quarterback J.J. McCarthy out of Michigan at No. 10 overall in the 2024 NFL Draft and his chance at playing his rookie year was gone quickly because of a knee injury suffered during the preseason. Sam Darnold, in his first year with the team, stepped in and, to many people’s… Continue reading Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy wants ‘fair opportunity’ at starting QB job with Sam Darnold’s future uncertain

National Reporter Predicts Vikings’ Bold Sam Darnold Decision As JJ McCarthy Confirms Demand for Kevin O’Connell

The Vikings’ quarterback room feels like a high-stakes poker game. Someone’s bluffing, someone’s holding aces and the entire league is leaning in to see who’ll fold. But the real question isn’t about cards—it’s about whether the Vikings will double down on Sam Darnold or let rookie JJ McCarthy deal his way into the spotlight. NFL… Continue reading National Reporter Predicts Vikings’ Bold Sam Darnold Decision As JJ McCarthy Confirms Demand for Kevin O’Connell

Sam Darnold’s girlfriend celebrates as Vikings QB ends up on winning side at Pro Bowl 2025

Quarterback Sam Darnold revitalized his NFL career in 2024 with a season that nobody saw coming. Darnold got the opportunity to become the Vikings starter after rookie J.J. McCarthy tore his ACL in training camp. He led Minnesota to a 14-3 record and a playoff appearance. His season was rewarded with a trip to his… Continue reading Sam Darnold’s girlfriend celebrates as Vikings QB ends up on winning side at Pro Bowl 2025

Mike Zimmer’s Next Move, Dark Horse Team for Sam Darnold, O’Connell’s Contract

Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports VikingsTerritory’s Purple Rumor Mill is a two-day chronicle each week. All the week’s rumors are lassoed and plopped in two spots — articles on Saturday and Sunday — for review. Today is the February 2nd edition. Vikings Rumors: Mike Zimmer’s Next Move, Dark Horse Team for Sam Darnold, O’Connell’s Contract Remember… Continue reading Mike Zimmer’s Next Move, Dark Horse Team for Sam Darnold, O’Connell’s Contract

NFL Players Vote Vikings QB Sam Darnold CPOY

Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images There are multiple end of season awards that have yet to be voted upon. That said, some of the secondary awards have begun to trickle out. Sam Darnold and Kevin O’Connell are amongst the most deserving for national recognition this season. That has been prevalent through early polling. Sporting News… Continue reading NFL Players Vote Vikings QB Sam Darnold CPOY

Ex-Packers WR disrespects Sam Darnold with foolish suggestion

By throwing for 4,319 yards and 35 touchdowns during the 2024 NFL season as a member of the Minnesota Vikings, Sam Darnold earned himself an opportunity to cash in during free agency later this year for the first time in his pro career. Despite Darnold’s much-improved performance in 2024, FS1 analyst and former Green Bay… Continue reading Ex-Packers WR disrespects Sam Darnold with foolish suggestion