Vikings, Sam Darnold and Kevin O'Connell

Kevin O’Connell’s headset went out as Sam Darnold led Vikings’ game-winning drive
As Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold led his game-winning drive on Sunday in Seattle, he couldn't hear the voice of coach Kevin O'Connell in his helmet.
Sam Darnold comes up clutch to lead Vikings to thrilling 27-24 win over Seahawks
In crunch time, Darnold got the ball back with 4 minutes, 21 seconds left, trailing and needing to go the length of the field.
Five extra points: Five snaps from Vikings’ win tell the Sam Darnold story, and fourth down reveals something about Kevin O’Connell
Sam Darnold posted his 12th passer rating of 103.5 or higher in his 15th game for the Vikings. So he was good in every aspect Sunday, but let’s focus on the five snaps he took in two red-zone trips during the 27-24 win at Seattle.
How Kevin O’Connell, Vikings’ offensive design laid foundation for Sam Darnold’s ascent
Darnold’s impressive play of late is a testament to the infrastructure that was built for him by O'Connell and company last offseason.
NFL Insider Predicts Vikings’ Sam Darnold Plans as Kevin O’Connell’s Anger Revealed Against QB’s Critics
In 2018, a 21-year-old young boy with many dreams walked onto the gridiron with the Jets. The post NFL Insider Predicts Vikings’ Sam Darnold Plans as Kevin O’Connell’s Anger Revealed Against QB’s Critics appeared first on EssentiallySports.
Will the Vikings keep Sam Darnold beyond 2024?
After the Vikings gave up an opening-drive touchdown to the Giants in the wild-card round of the 2022 playoffs, former ...
Sam Darnold could find a home in 2025 with a former Vikings coach
The Cleveland Browns are again entering an off-season in need of a quarterback. If the season ended today, the 3-12 Browns ...
Analysis: Franchise tag for Sam Darnold would add another layer to this unpredictable Vikings season
Sam Darnold's career resurgence has created a problem at quarterback for the Vikings. But it’s a problem that seems ...
Dane Mizutani: Vikings need to consider a future with Sam Darnold
The growth the quarterback has displayed this season has him looking more and more like somebody worth building around.
Sam Darnold's breakout season makes the Vikings retaining the QB in 2025 easier said than done
Minnesota Vikings have been one of the most pleasant surprises in all the NFL this season. And in a few months, no one should ...
Souhan: Sam Darnold’s big moment — the biggest of his life, perhaps — sets everything up for Vikings
When Darnold hit Justin Jefferson for the winning points against Seattle, he put himself and his team in position for big ...
Schefter: Sam Darnold, Vikings Haven't Discussed Long-Term Contract Amid Playoff Race
The Minnesota Vikings have not yet discussed a long-term extension with quarterback Sam Darnold, ESPN's Adam Schefter ...
2024 NFL Week 17 QB Power Rankings: Ravens' Lamar Jackson reclaims top spot; Vikings' Sam Darnold rises again
Nothing ignites a good NFL discussion quite like quarterbacks. They're the most important ingredient in a championship recipe ...
Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson lead surging Vikings past Seahawks 27-24
Sam Darnold connected with a well-covered Justin Jefferson with 3:51 left for his third TD pass of the game, and the ...
Jets castoffs Geno Smith and Sam Darnold share wholesome moment after Seahawks-Vikings game
After stints with the Giants and Chargers, Smith joined the Seahawks in 2019 and took over for Russell Wilson after three ...