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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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2 weeks ago

The Vikings and their in-gear offense will be a tough team to outscore moving forward

Associated Press

EAGAN, Minn. — Sam Darnold pinballed around his collapsed pocket to dodge a sack on third-and-8, before slicing through a skinny opening to sprint right in search of more space as Justin Jefferson’s hand shot up downfield. With O’Connell directing the quarterback development program and calling the plays and Jefferson leading a dangerous and diverse group of pass-catchers, Darnold has …

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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Aaron Jones earns redemption with game-winning TD to lift Vikings past Cardinals: Key takeaways

New York Times

By Doug Haller, Alec Lewis and RJ Kraft Sam Darnold’s touchdown pass to Aaron Jones with 1:13 left in the fourth quarter lifted the Minnesota Vikings to a 23-22 victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. The Cardinals’ loss combined with Seattle’s win over the New York Jets leaves Arizona a game back of the Seahawks in the NFC West …

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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

Sam Darnold, Vikings win third straight game as penalties crush Titans: Key takeaways

New York Times

By Alec Lewis, Joe Rexrode and Chris Licata The Minnesota Vikings, led by a Sam Darnold bounce-back effort and a ferocious pass rush, put the clamps on the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, winning 23-13 to improve their record to 8-2. Swept the AFC South 🧹 pic.twitter.com/MyuiIbjzLa — Minnesota Vikings November 17, 2024 Darnold stepped up, avoided tons of pressure The …

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Vikings Reassess Darnold Amidst Turning Tides

Associated Press

Despite some costly turnovers, the Minnesota Vikings are enjoying a surprising season of revival. Quarterback Sam Darnold has been a bright spot for the team, leading the league in interceptions and completing at a high rate. The Vikings' offense has also been effective, with wide receiver Justin Jefferson consistently making catches. However, Darnold has also had some costly turnovers, and …

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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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4 months ago

How NFL journeyman Josh McCown is key facet of Vikings’ quarterback development plan

New York Times

EAGAN, Minn. — Here is Josh McCown, the upbeat, backward-hat-wearing, gum-chewing Minnesota Vikings quarterbacks coach. Yet when he showed up in Detroit, Martz described him as a “wild horse rider.” Martz tells a story about a particular throw in McCown’s first practice with the Lions. “It’s easy to just give a guy a play and say, ‘Find the open guy,’” …

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11 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams’ 21-20 road win over the San Francisco 49ers by the numbers

LA Times

Rams quarterback Carson Wentz is tackled by 49ers Javon Kinlaw and linebacker Fred Warner. Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Rams’ 21-20 road win over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday: 105 Catches for Rams receiver Puka Nacua this season, an NFL rookie record. Summary RAMS 7 0 6 8 — 21 San Francisco 7 13 0 0 — …

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3 years, 4 months ago

Key to Panthers’ success in 2021? From Donte Jackson to Sam Darnold, 10 players who need to step up big

New York Times

Fans won’t be lined up along the fence and autographs are prohibited this year at Panthers training camp. Still, the Panthers will have 14 days of open practices at Wofford, giving attendees a birds-eye view of a roster that has undergone several significant changes since last year’s 5-11 finish. Defensive tackle Derrick Brown It’s not that last year’s first-round pick …

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The Darnold-Jefferson connection is thriving for the surging Vikings

The Vikings and their in-gear offense will be a tough team to outscore moving forward

Aaron Jones earns redemption with game-winning TD to lift Vikings past Cardinals: Key takeaways

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

Sam Darnold, Vikings win third straight game as penalties crush Titans: Key takeaways

Vikings Reassess Darnold Amidst Turning Tides

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

How NFL journeyman Josh McCown is key facet of Vikings’ quarterback development plan

Rams’ 21-20 road win over the San Francisco 49ers by the numbers

Key to Panthers’ success in 2021? From Donte Jackson to Sam Darnold, 10 players who need to step up big