NFL Insider Assesses Sam Darnold’s Market

NFL Insider Assesses Sam Darnold’s Market After Dismal Playoff Performance
Sam Darnold's awful late-season performances for the Minnesota Vikings over the weekend may not have killed his value in free agency to the degree many think.On Wednesday, Bleacher Report NFL insider James Palmer claimed executives around the league don't believe Darnold's market has changed all that much after two bad weeks of football.
Sam Darnold’s Vikings future hinges on the 2025 NFL Playoffs
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.
Sam Darnold’s career-best season ends with a thud as he takes 9 sacks in playoff loss
Sam Darnold’s renaissance pushed Minnesota to one of the NFL’s best records, offering the hope of a deep playoff run.
Sam Darnold's Poor Wild-Card Performance Results in Unfortunate NFL Playoff History
The nine sacks resulted in 82 lost yards, which is now the most in a single game in the NFL playoffs during the Super Bowl era, according to Josh Dubow of The Associated Press. Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow previously held the record with the 68 yards lost from sacks during the 2021 divisional round.
Sam Darnold’s future as Minnesota Vikings QB could hinge on playoff success
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’s playoff dud screwed over the Steelers dream QB plan
The Pittsburgh Steelers could've targeted the perfect long-term QB this offseason... until Sam Darnold's untimely postseason dud for the Minnesota Vikings.
Sam Darnold, Vikings make NFL playoff history with sack woes
Sam Darnold and the Vikings had a historically bad sack problem on Monday night.
Sam Darnold’s Vikings playoff debacle throws his free agency into disarray: Troy Aikman
Sam Darnold’s offseason outlook will look entirely different after back-to-back brutal performances in high-pressure situations ended the Vikings’ season with a dud, Troy Aikman opined Monday night. Darnold completed 25-of-40 passes for 245 yards,
On Football: Sam Darnold should have plenty of options if the Vikings don’t keep him
Sam Darnold’s shaky finish shouldn’t ruin his impressive season or impact his future. Several NFL teams need a franchise quarterback and Darnold proved he can be that guy in Minnesota, becoming the first quarterback to record 14 wins in his first season with a team.
Vikings, NFL Fans React to Sam Darnold’s Meltdown vs. Rams
Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold struggled in a season-ending loss to the Rams, sparking a fanfare on social media.
Should the Vikings Bet on Sam Darnold? NFL Icon Weighs In After Playoff Collapse
A controversial take on Sam Darnold’s future with the Minnesota Vikings sparks debate as the team faces a pivotal offseason decision.
NFL winners and losers from wild-card round: Sam Darnold costs himself millions with dreadful two-game finish
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Vikings open door policy with Daniel Jones isn't good news for Sam Darnold
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