Darnold starred for the Vikings in 2024, completing 66.2% of his passes for 4,319 yards with 35 touchdowns and 12 interceptions and helping guide them to a 14-3 record.

Darnold signed with the Vikings a year ago and was only expected to be an early-season starter or a backup behind rookie No. 10 overall pick J.J. McCarthy. However, a knee injury ended McCarthy's ...