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The Darnold-Jefferson connection is thriving for the surging Vikings

Sam Darnold sensed the backside pressure as soon as he dropped back with Minnesota trailing by four points late in the fourth quarter in Seattle, so he moved into a safe space in the pocket and did precisely what the Vikings would prefer him to do with the game on the line. “I’m not going to say too much about …

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1 week, 4 days ago

Vikings’ passing attack is as potent as ever with Addison’s surge as Bears prepare for a rematch

Associated Press

MINNEAPOLIS — When the Chicago Bears were busy keeping Justin Jefferson quiet last month, the Minnesota Vikings put Jordan Addison to work. “We always say that we’re the best duo in the entire league,” Jefferson said after he and his sidekick reached a new height in the rich history of Vikings receivers last week in a 42-21 victory over Atlanta …

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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Vikings’ latest victory against Cardinals conjures thoughts of 2022 playoff team

New York Times

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings’ sideline, typically upbeat and engaged, looked emotionless. GO DEEPER Aaron Jones' late TD lifts Vikings past Cardinals 23-22: Takeaways “All right,” Darnold said after the game, “another resilient win.” Even he laughed. It’s gotten to that point where it feels like you need the “He can’t keep getting away with this!” GIF to describe this …

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1 month ago

Darnold, Vikings face Bears, looking to extend win streak to 4 games

Associated Press

Minnesota at Chicago Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, FOX BetMGM NFL odds: Vikings by 4 1/2. The Bears could be without RB D’Andre Swift, who missed practice Wednesday.. LG Teven Jenkins did not play against Green Bay after leaving a Week 10 loss to New England.. LG Ryan Bates left last week’s game.. S Elijah Hicks was hurt against Green Bay. …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Vikings visit woeful Titans, looking to stay perfect against AFC this season

Associated Press

Minnesota at Tennessee Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS. Titans: CB L’Jarius Sneed remains week to week and is out a fourth straight game.. RT Leroy Watson IV also is out with Nicholas Petit-Frere back in the starting lineup.. … Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson had eight catches for 72 yards on nine targets against the Jaguars in his heaviest workload in …

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1 month, 1 week ago

NFL QB stock report, Week 11: Caleb Williams’ flaws have followed him from college

New York Times

The Chicago Bears’ midseason offensive regression has raised concerns over Caleb Williams’ long-term viability as a franchise quarterback. Williams’ 15 sacks over the past two games are more than three teams have allowed all season — the most obvious sign of diminished confidence. “It’s really tough, probably one of the most difficult things to do especially with a guy like …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sam Darnold’s turnovers nearly doom Vikings in narrow win over Jaguars

New York Times

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — If you have attended a nondescript bowl game, you know what it was like to watch the Minnesota Vikings play the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday at EverBank Stadium. Had Sam Darnold’s counterpart not been Mac Jones, who started for Jacksonville in place of the injured Trevor Lawrence, the Vikings might not have escaped this town with an …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell says his team’s 4-0 record means ‘nothing’ against Jets in London

Associated Press

WATFORD, England — The Minnesota Vikings are undefeated so far this season — and undefeated in international games in franchise history. “We’ve got to go out for four quarters this week and re-establish ourselves — our identity, our play style, our football philosophy — it’s got to be re-established on a week-in week-out basis,” O’Connell said. “It was great, honestly, …

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3 months ago

Sam Darnold is thriving with the Vikings while getting the most support he’s had in the NFL

Associated Press

MINNEAPOLIS — The knee injury that sent Sam Darnold to the sideline late in the third quarter was deemed minor enough by the Minnesota Vikings for him to return to the field after missing just one play, when the U.S. Bank Stadium crowd roared with approval and relief upon the sight of him jogging back to the huddle. “The fans’ …

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3 months ago

Vikings, Packers coaches make the NFC North the NFL’s best division: Sando’s Pick Six

New York Times

The Minnesota Vikings look like the best team in the NFL’s best division, unless Sam Darnold’s MRI says otherwise. Kevin O’Connell proved last year he can do better than expected with some of those guys, but when you are down to quarterback three, you are in trouble.” GO DEEPER Sam Darnold's performance — and health scare — cements role in …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

The Vikings’ defense shines in their opener to Flores’ satisfaction after an offseason restocking

Associated Press

EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings had long been in full control of the New York Giants in this promising season-opening performance, when Byron Murphy Jr. batted away a fourth-down pass near the goal line late in the fourth quarter to ensure a touchdown-free afternoon for a revamped defense. “Guys were disciplined up front, playing unselfish, doing the right things,” …

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4 months ago

Vikings will start Hall at QB for final preseason game vs. Eagles, sign ex-Gophers RB Ibrahim

Associated Press

EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings will start Jaren Hall at quarterback for their final preseason game, with J.J. McCarthy on the mend and Sam Darnold solidified as the starter for the regular season. Coach Kevin O’Connell said Thursday that Hall will likely be relieved at some point Saturday against the Philadelphia Eagles by recent acquisition Matt Corral. Nick Mullens, …

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9 months, 1 week ago

Vikings agree to deals with ex-rival RB Aaron Jones and QB Sam Darnold as initial sub for Cousins

Associated Press

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings have their bridge quarterback for the post-Kirk Cousins era and a new ball-carrier who ought to add yet more fuel to their fiercest rivalry. The Vikings stayed aggressive in free agency Tuesday by adding former Green Bay running back Aaron Jones and 2018 third overall draft pick Sam Darnold as a temporary replacement for Cousins. …

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10 months, 2 weeks ago

Former USC star Sam Darnold has backup plan with the 49ers ahead of Super Bowl LVIII

LA Times

During the San Francisco 49ers’ run to Super Bowl LVIII, Sam Darnold’s one-play-away mentality as a backup quarterback came to life. Darnold, 26, has high praise for Purdy — the last player selected in the 2022 draft — his teammates and coaches, and the entire 49ers’ organization. “It’s awesome to be able to work with a guy like Brock, and …

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1 year, 3 months ago

49ers trade quarterback Trey Lance to Cowboys for 4th round pick

Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers have traded quarterback Trey Lance to the Dallas Cowboys for a fourth-round pick less than three years after trading three first-round picks to draft him third overall. “We feel he’ll be better for it, and I think we will, too.” The move is a remarkable backtrack following the hefty investment the Niners …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Thompson: Trey Lance needs one thing, and the 49ers can no longer provide it

New York Times

If Trey Lance isn’t behind the scenes asking the 49ers to trade him, he should be. Examining the 49ers' options with Trey Lance With the 49ers, he’s gone from a No. Opinions are split on the 49ers QB Yes, it’s possible it could somehow still work out for Lance with the 49ers. We don’t fully know, because he hasn’t played …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Sam Darnold wins backup QB job for 49ers, putting Trey Lance’s status in doubt

Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Sam Darnold has won the backup quarterback job in San Francisco, putting Trey Lance’s status with the 49ers in doubt less than three years after the team traded three first-round picks to draft him. Coach Kyle Shanahan told flagship radio station KNBR on Wednesday that Darnold recently took control of the race to be Brock Purdy’s …

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1 year, 7 months ago

NFL 2023 QB Gravitron: What advanced stats say about all 32 teams entering OTAs

New York Times

I thought last year’s NFL quarterback Gravitron made people dizzy. That’s a different story as Tannehill has seen his EPA per dropback fall each season since 2019: 2019: 0.24 2020: 0.21 2021: 0.04 2022: 0.02 AFC West Player EPA/DB QBR Pass rtg Russell Wilson -0.08 36.7 84.4 Jarrett Stidham 0.05 57.8 89.2 Jarrett Guarantano NR NR NR You’ve heard it …

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1 year, 9 months ago

Sam Darnold joins Trey Lance and Brock Purdy in a 49ers’ QB room of uncertainty

New York Times

The 49ers went through four different quarterbacks last season. “There are some unknowns with Brock’s injury and Trey coming back,” Darnold acknowledged in his introductory videoconference on Thursday. When a reporter asked Darnold if 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan had indicated that he’d have a chance to compete for the 49ers’ starting QB job, the answer merely conveyed the general questions …

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1 year, 9 months ago

49ers bolster QB room with Sam Darnold, whom they’ve had an eye on for years

New York Times

The 49ers have agreed to terms on a one-year deal with quarterback Sam Darnold, according to team and league sources. Best remaining available: The Athletic’s top 150 free agents Live updates: News, predictions, analysis and updates Free agency grades: The Athletic’s Mike Jones grades all the signings Does free agency work? GO DEEPER 49ers, QB Sam Darnold agree to 1-year …

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2 years ago

Panthers release Baker Mayfield at QB’s request: Sources

New York Times

The Carolina Panthers released quarterback Baker Mayfield on Monday. Here’s what you need to know: Mayfield, 27, requested his release and the Panthers agreed to it, league sources with direct knowledge of the situation confirmed to The Athletic. Baker Mayfield requested his release and Panthers agreed to it, per league sources. Darnold, drafted two picks behind Mayfield, joined Carolina last …

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2 years, 11 months ago

Jordan, Saints’ defense secure 18-10 win over Panthers

Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS — Cameron Jordan bolted into the backfield from the left edge of Carolina’s offensive line. But after Brett Maher kicked four field goals to give them a 12-10 lead, Alvin Kamara capped the scoring by turning a short pass into New Orleans’ first touchdown in more than 11 quarters. “When we hear people say must-win games, today was …

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3 years ago

Brady, Bucs look to rebound vs. Panthers after being blanked

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Tom Brady is expected to be extra motivated, which is normally not a good sign for his next opponent. The seven-time Super Bowl champion will look to bounce back from an embarrassing 9-0 loss last week to the New Orleans Saints when they face the struggling Carolina Panthers on Sunday. Brady was held to 214 yards passing …

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3 years, 2 months ago

Elliott, Cowboys run over top defense, beat Panthers 36-28

Associated Press

ARLINGTON, Texas — Ezekiel Elliott and the Dallas Cowboys ran over the NFL’s No. Elliott carried 20 times for 143 yards in the two-time rushing champion’s first triple-digit game of the season, Dak Prescott threw four touchdown passes and the Cowboys beat the Panthers 36-28 on Sunday. They haven’t seen an offense like us this year.” Leading the Panthers in …

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The Darnold-Jefferson connection is thriving for the surging Vikings

Vikings’ passing attack is as potent as ever with Addison’s surge as Bears prepare for a rematch

Vikings’ latest victory against Cardinals conjures thoughts of 2022 playoff team

Darnold, Vikings face Bears, looking to extend win streak to 4 games

Vikings visit woeful Titans, looking to stay perfect against AFC this season

NFL QB stock report, Week 11: Caleb Williams’ flaws have followed him from college

Sam Darnold’s turnovers nearly doom Vikings in narrow win over Jaguars

Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell says his team’s 4-0 record means ‘nothing’ against Jets in London

Sam Darnold is thriving with the Vikings while getting the most support he’s had in the NFL

Vikings, Packers coaches make the NFC North the NFL’s best division: Sando’s Pick Six

The Vikings’ defense shines in their opener to Flores’ satisfaction after an offseason restocking

Vikings will start Hall at QB for final preseason game vs. Eagles, sign ex-Gophers RB Ibrahim

Vikings agree to deals with ex-rival RB Aaron Jones and QB Sam Darnold as initial sub for Cousins

Former USC star Sam Darnold has backup plan with the 49ers ahead of Super Bowl LVIII

49ers trade quarterback Trey Lance to Cowboys for 4th round pick

Thompson: Trey Lance needs one thing, and the 49ers can no longer provide it

Sam Darnold wins backup QB job for 49ers, putting Trey Lance’s status in doubt

NFL 2023 QB Gravitron: What advanced stats say about all 32 teams entering OTAs

Sam Darnold joins Trey Lance and Brock Purdy in a 49ers’ QB room of uncertainty

49ers bolster QB room with Sam Darnold, whom they’ve had an eye on for years

Panthers release Baker Mayfield at QB’s request: Sources

Jordan, Saints’ defense secure 18-10 win over Panthers

Brady, Bucs look to rebound vs. Panthers after being blanked

Elliott, Cowboys run over top defense, beat Panthers 36-28