Vikings QB Sam Darnold not expected to get franchise tag

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.
Vikings’ expected franchise tag decision on Sam Darnold sparks hope for ex-Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy
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Is a tag-and-trade deal for quarterback Sam Darnold still on the table?
The Las Vegas Raiders could be in the market to trade for Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold in a tag-and-trade scenario, according to reports.
Vikings QB Sam Darnold not expected to get franchise tag as Minnesota makes $40.2 million decision, per report
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 for the upcoming season with the Vikings unlikely to use the franchise tag on him,
Vikings decision on Sam Darnold is setting team up for dangerous QB situation in 2025
The Minnesota Vikings are going to have to face the music now. They have less than 18 hours to decide if they want to pay Sam Darnold like a franchise quarterback for one season or let him go in free agency and turn the reins over to Daniel Jones or J.
Vikings Unlikely To Franchise Tag QB Sam Darnold
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Vikings are unlikely to franchise QB Sam Darnold ahead of Tuesday’s deadline. Schefter adds that Minnesota still hopes to re-sign Darnold, but it will likely be without any tag.
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Sam Darnold set to hit open market after strong season for Vikings as teams largely decline to use franchise tags
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If Sam Darnold stays with the Vikings, 2025 will be very different than 2024
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