Good News: Vikings QB Sam Darnold have Signed $120 Million Contract

Sam Darnold, the Vikings’ quarterback, is predicted to sign a massive three-year, $120 million contract, with $75 million guaranteed, according to ESPN insider Dan Graziano.¹ This comes after a standout 14-3 season and his first Pro Bowl selection. However, it’s likely that the Vikings won’t be the ones offering him this deal.

The Vikings have several factors to consider, including their salary cap constraints and the looming rookie deal for J.J. McCarthy, who’s poised to take over as the team’s future starter.² With 25 impending free agents to address, the Vikings will need to prioritize their spending.

Some potential suitors for Darnold’s services include the Raiders, Giants, Jets, Steelers, Browns, Titans, and Saints, all of whom are looking for a new quarterback.³ The Raiders are even predicted to offer Darnold a three-year, $124 million contract.⁴

Ultimately, it seems likely that the Vikings will let Darnold enter free agency, paving the way for a strategic shift toward securing future talent and addressing critical roster needs while managing their salary cap constraints effectively.⁵