Vikings unlikely to franchise tag Sam Darnold

Hall of Fame WR Cris Carter says Vikings should keep QB Sam Darnold
The Minnesota Vikings have a decision to make at quarterback. Hall of Fame wideout Cris Carter says the team should stick with Sam Darnold.
Report: Vikings unlikely to franchise tag Sam Darnold
The Minnesota Vikings are in a tricky situation with quarterback Sam Darnold, and they may not want to use the franchise tag to retain him for 2025.
Reporter gives reason Vikings may use franchise tag to retain Sam Darnold
Reporters and NFL analysts such as Ben Solak of ESPN have routinely linked Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold with the Las Vegas Raiders, in part because multiple insiders have said the Vikings won't retain Darnold's rights via the franchise tag before the March 4 deadline for such a move.
Failing to Tag Sam Darnold Would Be Organizational Malpractice by Vikings
There is a belief out there that the Minnesota Vikings are going to let Sam Darnold walk for free, which would be organizational malpractice.
Vikings legend Cris Carter thinks team should franchise tag Sam Darnold
With the franchise tag window officially open until March 4, the Minnesota Vikings have a decision to make on the future of quarterback Sam Darnold, who coming off the best season of his career headlines the free agent quarterback class.
Vikings Legend Cris Carter Makes Feelings Clear on Minnesota’s QB Situation, Sam Darnold’s Future
The Minnesota Vikings have a difficult decision behind center this offseason. They can bring back veteran quarterback Sam Darnold after the best season of his career and shop youngster J.J. McCarthy.
Vikings legend wants Sam Darnold to return but with a catch
The Minnesota Vikings and Sam Darnold could see a reunion, according to team legend Cris Carter. However, it wouldn’t be a usual arrangement. Carter put on his managerial hat and went through the options as to what the franchise could do.
Sam Darnold could cash in with QB-needy team named as best fit
The Minnesota Vikings could lose Sam Darnold to the QB-needy Las Vegas Raiders, who can pair the talented signal-caller with Chip Kelly's dynamic scheme.
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Vikings Announce Exciting Stadium News on Thursday
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Minnesota Vikings Newest QB Still on the Table for 2025
The Minnesota Vikings paid just $10 million for their last one. What they do with Sam Darnold is now a point of contention.