Sam Darnold Back to Vikings Makes Most Sense

Understanding Why the Vikings Didn’t Franchise Tag Sam Darnold
There were two reasons the move didn’t make sense for the Vikings. Plus, Aaron Rodgers’s price tag, mid-first round draft targets and more.
Only 2 NFL players get the franchise tag after the Vikings let Sam Darnold hit the market
Among the top players other than Darnold who can sign with any other team as free agents starting March 12 after not getting tagged are Tampa Bay receiver Chris Godwin, Miami safety Jevon Holland, Philadelphia defensive standouts Milton Williams, Zack Baun and Josh Sweat, and Baltimore left tackle Ronnie Stanley.
Fear of ‘the real Sam Darnold’: Insider reveals Vikings’ free agency dilemma
With just days until the March 10 negotiating period begins, Darnold doesn’t seem to be as coveted as a typical quarterback coming off a Pro Bowl season with 4,300 passing yards, 35 touchdowns ...
Vikings may want Sam Darnold back only under 1 condition
The Minnesota Vikings have chosen not to use the franchise tag on Sam Darnold, but they have expressed interest in re-signing the quarterback. The big question is how much the team is willing to ...
Why the Vikings should trust their process — and say goodbye to Sam Darnold
Sam Darnold is the latest QB to shine under Kevin O'Connell. But bringing him back would be a major mistake by the Vikings, David Helman explains.
Daniel Jeremiah: Vikings Appear Ready to Move On from Sam Darnold
NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah and Rich Eisen discuss Sam Darnold’s free agency and Brock Purdy’s contract talks with the 49ers.
2025 NFL free agent rankings: Top 25 overall players, including Sam Darnold, Davante Adams and some Eagles defenders
Reed has been the Jets' "other" cornerback alongside Sauce Gardner. He has become a solid player in his own right. He'll turn ...
Seahawks expected to sign Sam Darnold but another NFL team is lurking
Sam Darnold is expected to land with the Seattle Seahawks but there's a new team ready to pursue the veteran QB.
Prisco's Top 100 NFL free agents: Predicting landing spots for Sam Darnold, Josh Sweat, others atop list
Only four days separate the football world from the unofficial start of the NFL's 2025 free agency period with the legal ...
NFL free agency, offseason updates: Raiders deal for Seahawks QB Geno Smith
Here's the latest news and everything you need to know about the first major wave of NFL player movement this spring.
Top 2025 free agents for every NFL team: Tee Higgins and Sam Darnold are getting paid
Sam Darnold headlines the 2025 NFL free agent class while contending teams are sure to get into a bidding war over Tee ...
2025 NFL free agent QB rankings: Aaron Rodgers, Sam Darnold top free agents available
There are a handful of potential starting quarterbacks available in 2025 free agency. Here's where Aaron Rodgers and Sam ...
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Sam Darnold, Vikings discussing possible short-term extension
The Minnesota Vikings chose not to use the franchise tag on Sam Darnold before Tuesday's deadline, but sources say both sides remain in contact regarding a potential short-term extension.
Franchise tag deadline winners and losers: Sam Darnold, Tee Higgins set to cash, Patriots miss out on top WR
T he franchise tag deadline has come and gone with only two players getting tagged in 2025. This is a significantly lower ...