Co-host Luke Inman noted that while Darnold's trade value was arguably in the range of a first-round pick heading into the final game of the regular season, his last two performances against the Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Rams, respectively, tanked that value to a significant degree.

The Minnesota Vikings are primed to franchise tag QB Sam Darnold and then trade him in an unprecedented NFL move.

For most of the season, Sam Darnold and the Minnesota Vikings’ offense were in control, winning 14 games in their

Would Minnesota get the most value by franchise-tagging its quarterback? Who actually makes the final decisions on draft night?

As such, Minnesota will be in prime position to revive another former starting quarterback's career in 2025 -- potentially as McCarthy's backup and/or his competition. The Vikings signed former New York Giants signal-caller Daniel Jones after he was cut mid-season and bringing him back is an option if Darnold departs.

Sam Darnold piled up stats this season, charmed the fanbase and probably earned himself a nice payday in the process. But will he get it from the Vikings?

Sam Darnold's future as the Minnesota Vikings quarterback is a major question mark heading into the offseason. Has the former USC Trojan earned the right to be the starter next season, or will the Pro Bowler be on the move?

The NFL and Associated Press unveiled the finalists for year-end awards on Thursday, and among them are Kevin O'Connell for Coach of the Year, Brian Flores for Assistant Coach of the Year and Sam Darnold for Comeback Player of the Year.

Sam Darnold’s shaky finish shouldn’t ruin his impressive season or impact his future. 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.

Once perceived as a journeyman quarterback, Sam Darnold has found a home in Minnesota. Or has he? Darnold’s future as a quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings could hinge on his performance in the playoffs. Monday night's NFC wild-card battle is set to be ...

Should the Vikings pay Darnold after his (mostly) excellent season? Or should they go with McCarthy and spend that money at other positions?

Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold's final two games of the season have made Minnesota' decision at the position much easier.