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Vikings Facing Potential J.J. McCarthy Trade Backlash Amid Sam Darnold Standstill
New proposals have surfaced that Darnold could return to Minnesota on a multi-year deal for less than $30 million a season. With that structure, the Vikings' quarterback spending would be similar to the 2024 season, when they spent 28.5 million in dead cap to part ways with Kirk Cousins.
Vikings make $40 million decision on Sam Darnold: QB won't be hit with franchise tag after career year
The Minnesota Vikings might have a new starting quarterback in 2025. Sam Darnold led the team to a 14-3 record last season, but he could be heading elsewhere after the Vikings made the decision to not use the franchise tag on him,
Vikings decline to use franchise tag on QB Sam Darnold, continue contract talks as free agency nears
A franchise tag for quarterback Sam Darnold would have cost the Vikings $40.24 million for 2025. While they could still agree to a new contract with him, they are facing the prospect of having a new starting QB for the third consecutive year.
Sam Darnold could still return to Vikings after franchise-tag deadline passes
The Vikings chose not to franchise-tag Darnold, who is coming off a career year, but Minnesota could find a way to keep the veteran QB.