Vikings QB Sam Darnold Signed $160 Million Contract

The Minnesota Vikings must address their quarterback position long-term. And while 2024 first-round pick J.J. McCarthy is on hand, he missed his entire rookie season. That could make 2024 starter Sam Darnold a safer option for the Vikings in 2025.

However, it does not guarantee that Darnold is the correct option.

That is especially true with the Vikings coming off a 14-win season amid the latest projections for Darnold’s next contract.

“Darnold’s 2024 is a rollercoaster ride we haven’t experienced at the QB position, with seemingly zero expectation to start, maximum output nearing the finish line, then a drop off of a cliff to end the season,” Spotrac’s Michael Ginnitti wrote on February 11.

“A tag to keep him in Minnesota is likely too expensive ($40M+), and with limited options of his age and ability set to become available this March, it’s fair to assume that at least one team will be ready to open their wallet for the former #3 overall pick. Darnold carries a 4 year, $160M projection in our system.”

“A tag to keep him in Minnesota is likely too expensive ($40M+), and with limited options of his age and ability set to become available this March, it’s fair to assume that at least one team will be ready to open their wallet for the former #3 overall pick. Darnold carries a 4 year, $160M projection in our system.”