Vikings, Sam Darnold

Sam Darnold’s future as Minnesota Vikings QB could hinge on playoff success
The best way for Darnold to obtain stability and build a legacy in Minnesota immediately is to have playoff success. If Darnold has an uneven playoff performance and it coincides with a Vikings early exit, it’s fair to presume he’ll venture on a new journey this offseason.
If Sam Darnold struggles, could Vikings turn to Daniel Jones?
After the Giants cut starting quarterback Daniel Jones, he joined Minnesota’s practice squad. It was a wise move, aimed at getting him on a team while maintaining the flexibility to sign with another team’s active roster, should the opportunity arise.
Sam Darnold, Vikings OL Must Bounce Back Vs. Rams In Wild Card Game
A short memory is needed in this game against the Rams that has been moved because of the Los Angeles wildfires to State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. SoFi Stadium is not an intimidating home field compared to Ford Field in Detroit or Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, but this move should work out in the Vikings’ favor.
Minnesota Vikings' Sam Darnold Favored To Win Comeback Player Of The Year? Betting Odds
Former USC Trojans and current Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold has been on a tear in his first season as the starter for the Vikings. Darnold is one of the betting favorites NFL's Comeback Player of the Year award according to latest odds.
From scrapheap to playoffs: Why Vikings' Sam Darnold, Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield made it
The Vikings' Sam Darnold and Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield have had struggles finding solid ground in the NFL, and quarterbacks explain why they rose from ashes.
Sam Darnold’s season and Vikings’ playoff hopes rely on unwavering process and support
Kevin O'Connell, the QB coaches and backups have Darnold playing at a high level. Can he bounce back from the Week 18 debacle in Detroit?
Scoggins: Vikings’ Sam Darnold sounds confident ahead of NFC playoff game vs. Rams. Will he seem that way Monday?
About a week separated the best of Darnold from the worst, and we can’t claim to know which of those the Rams will see.
Vikings’ Sam Darnold Set for Eye-Popping New Contract
Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold's market value in 2025 free agency could garner him a top-five contract at his position.
Did Vikings’ struggles against Lions show a blueprint for how to slow down Sam Darnold?
Detroit’s defense sent a ton of six- or seven-man pressures and played mostly man coverage. Can the Rams replicate that in the playoffs?
What Vikings' game vs. Rams means for Sam Darnold's offseason
Sam Darnold put forth a career performance for the Minnesota Vikings this season, ranking among the NFL's top 10 quarterbacks in passing yardage, touchdown throws, passer rating and winning percentage.
Vikings QB Sam Darnold Predicted to Sign $196 Million Contract
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold is in line for a significant raise after his Pro Bowl-caliber season.
Get to know Sam Darnold through the eyes of the town that raised him
Long before he was the quarterback of the Vikings, Darnold was a talented athlete growing up in San Clemente, Calif.
Vikings vs. Rams Best NFL Prop Bets for Wild Card Round (Bet on Kyren Williams)
The Minnesota Vikings and Los Angeles Rams will wrap up Wild-Card Weekend action on Monday night. The game was originally scheduled to take place in Los Angeles ...
Wild card Props that Pop: Saquon Barkley starts postseason strong, Sam Darnold rebounds
Liz Loza and Daniel Dopp break down the NFL wild-card weekend and offer their favorite prop bets for the games.
Sam Darnold went from bust to backup to Pro Bowl quarterback. Can Zach Wilson follow a similar road?
Like Wilson, Darnold struggled during his first few seasons in the NFL after being picked in the first round by the New York ...
Sam Darnold has full practice despite a quad injury
Sam Darnold popped up on the Vikings’ first practice report of the week. The team lists him as a full participant Thursday with a quad injury. It’s the first time Darnold has been on the injury report ...
Vikings film review: Why Sam Darnold couldn’t throw a touchdown in Detroit
The Vikings won 14 games often through Sam Darnold’s arm this season. Yet on the biggest stage so far, Darnold’s arm fell ...
Vikings secret weapon could make an impact, even if he doesn’t play against Rams
After one game, the Minnesota Vikings are already preparing for the post-Sam Darnold era. The Vikings signed Daniel Jones to the active roster ahead of their road playoff game against the Los Angeles ...
Vikings promote former Giants QB Daniel Jones to active roster ahead of wild-card playoff game vs. Rams
Days after Sam Darnold turned in an ugly performance in a pivotal Week 18 matchup with the Detroit Lions, the Minnesota ...