One of quarterback Sam Darnold’s 12 completions to lead the Vikings back from a 13-point deficit late in the third quarter of Sunday’s victory over the Arizona Cardinals might best illustrate the progress he’s made through 12 games leading the offense.

Not everyone thinks that should be the approach. On ESPN's Sunday NFL Countdown, former QB Alex Smith said he thinks the Vikings should be looking to sign Darnold long-term.

Sam Darnold signed a one-year, $10MM contract with the Vikings this offseason with the understanding that he would operate as