Wild Card Weekend in the NFL playoffs certainly had its moments, starting with the Washington Commanders' thrilling upset victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Washington was the lone road team to win this weekend,

Quarterback Sam Darnold was a shell of himself over the team's final two games, committing three turnovers and getting sacked 11 times despite throwing for a combined 411 yards and a single touchdown.

That fact was emphasized during the 2024 NFL wild-card round, as several individuals either elevated or diminished their legacy. It

Sam Darnold, the Vikings’ unexpected hero of 2024, had his worst performance of the season when something was on the line. Normally steadfast in the pocket, Darnold wasn’t only blitzed out of his shoes by an aggressive Cover 0 defense from Aaron Glenn — but more worrying was the instances where Darnold responded to perceived pressure when it didn’t exist.

The Minnesota Vikings endured a miserable start against the LA Rams, not helped by a series of sluggish decisions from the quarterback.

The Los Angeles Rams beat the Minnesota Vikings 27–9 Monday night to advance to the divisional round of the NFL playoffs. Darnold struggled big time, completing 25 of 40 passes for 245 yards, with one touchdown, an interception, and a fumble that was returned for a touchdown. He was also sacked nine times, which was an NFL playoff record.

The best way for Darnold to obtain stability and build a legacy in Minnesota immediately is to have playoff success. If Darnold has an uneven playoff performance and it coincides with a Vikings early exit, it’s fair to presume he’ll venture on a new journey this offseason.

Sam Darnold could be the most intriguing story of NFL free agency. Where might the Vikings QB land after a breakout season?

Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold struggled in a season-ending loss to the Rams, sparking a fanfare on social media.

Like Wilson, Darnold struggled during his first few seasons in the NFL after being picked in the first round by the New York Jets.

Katie Hoofnagle, the girlfriend of Minnesota Vikings star quarterback Sam Darnold, is ready for the NFL Playoffs with a custom fit.

The loss of a still-capable bridge/back-up quarterback could be mitigated by the presence of Daniel Jones. The 27-year-old joined the Vikings mid-season on a short-term deal after being released by the New York Giants.