Justin Jefferson Sends Vikings 7-Word Message on Sam Darnold’s Return

Home Kansas City Favorites Customer Service Stay Connected Read today’s Edition Obituaries Video Local Events News Sports Opinion Business Living & Entertainment Featured Reality Check Uniquely Detour Travel Kansas City Favorites Guides Shopping/Reviews Deals & Offers Careers and Education Special Features Press Releases Sponsored Content Classifieds Place an Ad – Celebrations Search Jobs Search Legal Notices Advertising $1.99 WELCOME OFFER CLAIM SPORTS Justin Jefferson Sends Vikings 7-Word Message on Sam Darnold’s Return By Trevor Squire Athlon Sports Updated February 13, 2025 9:44 AM The Minnesota Vikings are faced with a pivotal decision at quarterback and would be wise to heed the words of star receiver Justin Jefferson. Coming off a 14-win season with Sam Darnold, the Vikings must decide whether to re-sign him or move on with J.J. McCarthy and the bevy of cap space they can spend by not keeping Darnold. Jefferson weighed in on the decision and gave Darnold a vote of confidence ahead of March free agency. In an interview with USA Today Sports, Jefferson said that “I would love to have Sam back.” “Having 14 wins in this league is not easy,” Jeffersonsaid during Super Bowl week. “To bring us to a playoff game to win 14 games and only lose three, that’s something difficult to do. I wouldn’t mind having him back in the building. Of course, I feel like J.J. is going to have his opportunity and his chance, but I would love to have Sam back and see if he can do it again.” Known as an ultra competitor, there were fears that Jefferson would be upset when the Vikings moved on from Kirk Cousins a year ago. At the time, Jefferson echoed a similar sentiment — that he would love to have Cousins back. However, Jefferson said in the same breath that he’s confident in whoever is throwing him the ball.