Vikings, Sam Darnold and J.J. McCarthy

Sam Darnold or J.J. McCarthy? For Vikings, it’s about what gives them ‘best chance to win’
Should the Vikings pay Darnold after his (mostly) excellent season? Or should they go with McCarthy and spend that money at other positions?
NFL Insider Believes Vikings Will Bring Back Sam Darnold in 2025
Can Minnesota and its fan base forget the quarterback's back-to-back clunkers for a 2025 reunion? Or is it J.J. McCarthy time?
Vikings QB decision: Here's how Matt Ryan would handle Minnesota's Sam Darnold-J.J. McCarthy conundrum
The Minnesota Vikings brain trust of general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and head coach Kevin O'Connell have the biggest choice an NFL team grapples with when building out the roster: what should they do with their starting quarterback position?
The Sam Darnold ‘perception’ that shifted during nightmarish Vikings skid — and how much it’ll cost QB
Signed by the Vikings in March on a one-year, $10 million deal, Darnold — starting over injured rookie J.J. McCarthy, who underwent surgery for his meniscus during preseason — helped lead Minnesota to a 14-3 regular season record that boasted a nine-game win streak.
Sam Darnold's value plunges after Vikings' free-fall finish
Arsenal's Mikel Arteta hailed his side's 2-1 comeback win against north London rivals Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday as proof his side remains firmly in the Premier League title race, although he rued their failure to kill the game off despite ample opportunity.
2025 NFL Free Agency: Projected value of Sam Darnold's next contract
The Minnesota Vikings have many difficult questions to answer this offseason before they prepare for the 2025 season. One that no one wants to think about is, “Will Sam Darnold be back in
Sam Darnold landing spots: Nine possible team fits for Pro Bowl quarterback in 2025 NFL season
After a career renaissance with the Vikings, Sam Darnold is set to hit free agency. Will he take the starting reins for the Steelers or Giants? Serve as competition for Anthony Richardson on the Colts?
On Football: Sam Darnold should have plenty of options if the Vikings don't keep him
Several NFL teams need a franchise quarterback and Darnold proved he can be that guy in Minnesota, becoming the first quarterback to record 14 wins in his first season with a team. He’s set to become a sought-after free agent unless the Vikings place a franchise tag on him.
Do the Vikings want QB Sam Darnold back? Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, Kevin O’Connell don’t say no
Quarterback Sam Darnold’s disappointing finish to this Vikings season does not close the door on him returning to the team in 2025. General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah told reporters during Thursday’s season-ending news conference that Darnold is among the “good options” the Vikings have at quarterback moving forward.
Vikings Appear To Be Leaning One Way With Sam Darnold Decision
Despite leading the Minnesota Vikings to a 14-win season for the first time since the turn of the century, quarterback Sam Darnold is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. And it's long been believed he doesn't fit into the team's long-term plans.
Vikings Make Surprising Announcement on QBs J.J. McCarthy, Sam Darnold
Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah came clean about Sam Darnold and J.J. McCarthy's camp battle before the 2024 regular season. The post Vikings Make Surprising Announcement on QBs J.J. McCarthy,
Jets' Aaron Rodgers, Vikings' Sam Darnold Might Actually Swap Teams
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers wants to join a winner, and the Minnesota Vikings could soon have a vacancy at ...
Who will be the Giants’ QB1 in 2025? Sam Darnold? Justin Fields? Shedeur Sanders?
It’s a near-lock that the Giants will draft a quarterback this year. They haven’t drafted one since Daniel Jones in 2019, so ...
Agent's Take: What's the market for Sam Darnold after Vikings QB's season of progress ends with two-game flop
What a difference a couple of weeks make. The Minnesota Vikings went from a Super Bowl contending, 14-game winner playing for ...
Insider has 'a hard time seeing' Sam Darnold back in Minnesota this year
We previously covered NFL Network's Tom Pelissero saying on KFAN radio that the "smart money" is still on Sam Darnold ...
Why The “Money Lost” For Sam Darnold These Past Two Weeks Is Overblown
Sam Darnold’s season did not end in a memorable way, but he still could be the best available quarterback this offseason. How ...
Sam Darnold's Vikings future in question after poor playoff game as head coach makes telling comment
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold's future with the team was in question after Monday night's loss to the Los Angeles ...
Analyst Believes Colts May Be in Market for Sam Darnold
The Indianapolis Colts need a QB to compete with Anthony Richardson, and one of the biggest free agents might do it.
Five questions the Vikings need to answer this offseason
Here are five questions the Vikings need to answer this offseason: Never mind the rumors that have started to swirl.