The Minnesota Vikings shocked the world within the common season.
They gained 14 video games and appeared poised for a deep postseason run.
Even Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell advised Kevin O’Connell that they’d meet once more within the playoffs after the regular-season finale.
Sadly, that wasn’t the case.
The Vikings’ offensive line and the Los Angeles Rams’ protection took an enormous leap, however Sam Darnold’s struggles didn’t do a lot to assist.
That’s why Colin Cowherd believes he has sealed his destiny with the Vikings.
Speaking on “The Quantity,” Cowherd predicted that the Vikings would transfer on from Darnold and roll with J.J. McCarthy as their quarterback for the longer term.
“Minnesota goes to maneuver off Sam Darnold and go together with J.J. McCarthy”@colincowherd on the Vikings QB scenario after loss to Rams pic.twitter.com/62M5o7obwx
— The Quantity (@TheVolumeSports) January 14, 2025
Greater than that, he claimed that Darnold, who appeared like a $50 million quarterback at one level within the season, was now extra prone to get a deal much like Baker Mayfield’s within the 3-year, $100 million vary.
Granted, it’s by no means proper or honest to level the finger at only one participant after a loss.
Then once more, Kevin O’Connell appeared very pissed off with Darnold over the previous couple of weeks.
With a promising rookie quarterback ready in line, the choice has simply turn into a lot easier.
A number of groups can be within the combine for a quarterback in free company.
Darnold might have price himself some huge cash along with his struggles, however he’ll nonetheless have a chance to show his price and silence the doubters along with his personal staff.
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