The Minnesota Vikings could keep current starting quarterback Sam Darnold from reaching free agency by signing him to a multiyear deal before the new league year opens on March 12 or by retaining his rights for 2025 via the franchise tag. Minnesota could ...

If Minnesota makes the wrong choice on Darnold's future, it could haunt the franchise for a generation. GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has a few options. He can tag Darnold, let him walk, or re-sign him to a long-term contract in the Baker Mayfield vein.

Vikings QB JJ McCarthy tells Rich Eisen his plans for the 2025 NFL season after missing his rookie year with a knee injury, what he learned from watching Sam Darnold and how he’ll respond to a possible QB competition with him next season.