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Sam Darnold, Vikings Will Have 'Ongoing Dialogue' About New Contract, O'Connell Says
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell isn't closing the door on bringing back quarterback Sam Darnold. "Look, you guys know how I feel about
Vikings QB Sam Darnold Gets Bad News From Justin Jefferson
NFL superstar Justin Jefferson addressed the Vikings' quarterback dilemma and raised some red flags about Sam Darnold's return.
Vikings maintain mystery about QB Sam Darnold's future
After being named NFL Coach of the Year on Thursday night, Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell continued to praise quarterback Sam Darnold while alluding to the possibility that he’s headed elsewhere in free agency.
Vikings fans roast Lions writer for rebuffed report on Kevin O’Connell and Sam Darnold
O’Connell wound up taking home the award, but things got a tad bit awkward between Vikings fans and Lions writer Dave Birkett afterwards. Birkett was in the room covering the event for the Detroit Free Press, and he tweeted a major piece of news that initially had Vikings fans on the edge of their seats:
Kevin O'Connell sheds light on Sam Darnold situation after NFL Honors
Kevin O’Connell won the NFL’s Coach Of the Year award on Thursday. The win was unsurprising, as O’Connell and the Vikings exceeded preseason expectations by going 14-3. The preseason projections were low because the Vikings had to replace Kirk Cousins and start either rookie J.J. McCarthy or Sam Darnold.
Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell Raises Eyebrows About Sam Darnold
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell spoke candidly about Sam Darnold as the quarterback prepares for free agency.
Kevin O'Connell signals Sam Darnold return, then walks back comments
Kevin O’Connell in his Coach of the Year news conference: Our goal is to win a championship and Sam Darnold is going to be a huge part of it when we do it. Sure sounds like Vikings want to ride with Darnold next year.
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell on Sam Darnold's future: 'He's earned the right to be a free agent'
Sam Darnold had an inspiring 2024 season for the Minnesota Vikings, at least until an ugly two-game finish that may have rerouted his future with the team. Coach Kevin O'Connell all but confirmed Darnold as a candidate to play elsewhere in 2025,
Vikings' Justin Jefferson would 'love' for Sam Darnold to return
The Minnesota Vikings’ Cinderella season might have come to an abrupt end, but Justin Jefferson believes Sam Darnold did enough to warrant his return.
Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell: Sam Darnold has ‘earned the right to explore what it means to be a Pro Bowl quarterback’
After being named NFL Coach of the Year on Thursday night, Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell continued to praise quarterback Sam Darnold while alluding to the possibility that he’s headed elsewhere next month.
Justin Jefferson Expects Sam Darnold to be Back with the Vikings…
Will Sam Darnold return to the Minnesota Vikings. Their superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson seems to think so.
Reporter's blunder in quoting KOC created chaos involving Sam Darnold
The alleged quote happened in a short press conference at the awards show. Shortly after, O'Connell held a conference call ...
O'Connell: Darnold 'earned the right' to be a FA
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell joins the FFHH set to discuss Sam Darnold's future, his team's performance in ...
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Vikings projected $124 million breakout star urged to leave Minnesota for Raiders
For Minnesota, letting Darnold walk in free agency feels like the best option. You already have a young, star prospect on the ...
Sam Darnold NFL free agency landing spots if the Vikings don't tag him
The Vikings could very well tag Sam Darnold, but if they don't, he should have several options at his disposal during free agency.
J.J. McCarthy Eyes 'Fair Opportunity' at Vikings QB1 Job amid Darnold Contract Rumors
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy just wants a "fair opportunity" to win the team's starting signal-caller job next ...