Sam Darnold Back to Vikings Makes Most Sense

Understanding Why the Vikings Didn’t Franchise Tag Sam Darnold
There were two reasons the move didn’t make sense for the Vikings. Plus, Aaron Rodgers’s price tag, mid-first round draft targets and more.
Vikings don't place franchise tag on QB Sam Darnold
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold did not receive the franchise tag ahead of Tuesday's 4 p.m. ET deadline, setting him up to be the most coveted quarterback on the free agent market next week. Minnesota still is interested in working to re-sign Darnold, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
If Sam Darnold’s free-agent price gets too high, the Vikings would be wise to move on
The Vikings have several options at quarterback, but keeping Darnold around feels less and less likely as free agency approaches.
Only 2 NFL players get the franchise tag after the Vikings let Sam Darnold hit the market
Dallas signed defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa before the franchise tag deadline Tuesday and Minnesota declined to give the tag to quarterback Sam Darnold, clearing the way for him to hit the open market next week.
Minnesota Vikings opt not to use their franchise tag on Sam Darnold
The quarterback still could re-sign with the Vikings, but he remains eligible for unrestricted free agency next week.
Vikings free-agency predictions: What will they do with Sam Darnold, Byron Murphy, others?
Duplicating last year's success in free agency will not be easy for Minnesota. What will happen with Darnold, Murphy, Aaron Jones and more?
Sam Darnold set to hit open market after strong season for Vikings as teams largely decline to use franchise tags
Only two players were given the tag for 2025 before Tuesday’s deadline: Cincinnati receiver Tee Higgins and Kansas City guard Trey Smith.
Why the Vikings should trust their process — and say goodbye to Sam Darnold
Sam Darnold is the latest QB to shine under Kevin O'Connell. But bringing him back would be a major mistake by the Vikings, David Helman explains.
Schefter: Sam Darnold Back to Vikings Makes Most Sense
The Minnesota Vikings may really be pushing to bring Sam Darnold back, and his market seems to be more depressed than expected, making it possible.
Fear of ‘the real Sam Darnold’: Insider reveals Vikings’ free agency dilemma
If Sam Darnold reaches free agency before striking a new contract with the Minnesota Vikings, how many teams are going to be pursuit?
Vikings may want Sam Darnold back only under 1 condition
The Minnesota Vikings have chosen not to use the franchise tag on Sam Darnold, but they have expressed interest in re-signing the quarterback. The big question is how much the team is willing to pay,
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