Though Sam Darnold’s final two performances of the season revealed some weaknesses in his game, the Minnesota Vikings quarterback will be coveted this offseason.
Darnold, 27, threw for 4,319 yards and 35 touchdowns, both career highs. According to Pro Football Focus, his big-time throw rate ranked sixth in the NFL among 25 qualified quarterbacks. His EPA per attempt ranked 11th.
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Two factors favor Darnold ahead of free agency. First, the free-agent quarterback class is comprised of journeymen and aging veterans. Second, the quarterbacks in the 2025 NFL Draft class are not as heralded as those in years past.
The Vikings still have the franchise tag at their disposal. It’s a move that
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