Vikings, Sam Darnold

Vikings Predicted To Ditch Sam Darnold for $160 Million Quarterback If Struggles Continue
Despite having the obstacle of the Rams’ home field advantage removed in tragic fashion, given the tragic and horrific fires in Los Angeles, the Minnesota Vikings will undoubtedly be feeling the need for a team bounce-back after a 31-9 drubbing at the Detroit Lions last Sunday,
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.
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,
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?
Vikings considering Daniel Jones as backup QB in playoffs
The Minnesota Vikings are considering a significant shake-up to their quarterback depth chart, one that would put newcomer Daniel Jones in position to play if starter Sam Darnold is injured or ineffective in the playoffs.
Vikings’ quarterback plans grow vague with Daniel Jones added to the roster
Daniel Jonesis available to be the Vikings' backup quarterback Monday against the Los Angeles Rams. Coach Kevin O’Connell would not say Thursday whether Jones will be given that role over Nick Mullens.
Who’s the backup quarterback for the Vikings? It could be Daniel Jones.
A couple of days after the Vikings signed quarterback Daniel Jones to the active roster, they left the door open for him potentially moving up the depth chart. Notably, coach Kevin O’Connell did not commit to quarterback Nick Mullens as the backup when the topic came up during his weekly press conference.
Are Vikings considering surprise Daniel Jones move for playoffs?
Daniel Jones may be climbing up the totem pole in Minnesota at record speed. Speaking with reporters Thursday ahead of Monday’s playoff opener against the Los Angeles Rams, Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell indicated that Jones could become the team’s backup quarterback behind Sam Darnold.
Daniel Jones could be elevated to Vikings’ QB2 for playoff game vs. Rams
Daniel Jones could be in line to step in for Sam Darnold if the Vikings quarterback gets injured or has another rough performance when the postseason begins this weekend. Minnesota head coach Kevin O’Connell left the door open for the former Giants quarterback to potentially jump to the No.
Ex-Giants QB Daniel Jones May Take New Role With Vikings
Former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones could take on a surprising role in the playoffs with the Minnesota Vikings. The post Ex-Giants QB Daniel Jones May Take New Role With Vikings appeared first on Heavy Sports.
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Sam Darnold, Vikings OL Must Bounce Back Vs. Rams In Wild Card Game
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Sam Darnold went from bust to backup to Pro Bowl quarterback. Can Zach Wilson follow a similar road?
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Sam Darnold: Playoffs are where legacies are made
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GMF speculates what is on the line for Sam Darnold against the Rams
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Deshaun Watson injury: Here are Browns' top quarterback options for 2025, from Aaron Rodgers to Sam Darnold
If there's one team that's definitely going to be in the market to add a quarterback this offseason, it's the Cleveland ...
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.
Why did Sam Darnold and Baker Mayfield fail with the Carolina Panthers? An inside look
Since leaving Carolina following their unsuccessful tenures in Charlotte, Sam Darnold and Baker Mayfield both revived their ...
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 ...