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.
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.
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.
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.
Sam Darnold 2024 season with Vikings isn't done, but will always be remembered
During the first few seasons of his NFL career, former USC QB Sam Darnold went viral for all of the wrong reasons. There was his first ever NFL pass being a pick six. There was the graphic of him being out with mononucleosis.
What Sam Darnold means to his Minnesota Vikings teammates
Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold doesn’t say much about himself. So we let his teammates and coaches say it all.
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.
Vikings' Sam Darnold talks making first playoff start amid future uncertainty
Sam Darnold is on track to reach free agency in March and understands what's at stake regarding his short- and long-term futures.
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.
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 ...
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 ...
RandBall: Sam Darnold’s clunker vs. the Lions has shaken prognosticators' faith in Vikings
Taking a spin around the national media, we find a lot of folks picking the Rams to win Monday. But maybe that plays right ...
Rick Spielman would do 'whatever it takes' to keep Sam Darnold
The Vikings are about to compete in a playoff game but the Sam Darnold-J.J. McCarthy debate continues to rage on.
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.
Neal: All eyes will be on Sam Darnold, but don’t forget about Aaron Jones and Cam Akers
There is running theme among nearly all of the Rams’ seven losses during the regular season — running the ball effectively.
Peyton Manning gives incredible praise to Vikings' Kevin O'Connell ahead of playoffs
With the Vikings taking on the Rams on Monday night in a Wild Card matchup, Peyton Manning had a strong endorsement for HC Kevin O'Connell.