The Minnesota Vikings will be in the market for a capable veteran insurance policy for J.J. McCarthy. Sam Darnold served as just that, signing a one-year, $10 million contract last March. The bridge deal paid dividends for both sides.

Minnesota was intrigued with Darnold after he spent time learning from 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan, one of the league’s best offensive minds. Kevin O’Connell built on that, helping get Darnold selected to the Pro Bowl for the first time.

Minnesota Vikings' quarterback of the future got considerable air time during NBC's broadcast of the team's 31-9 loss to the Detroit Lions. J.J. McCarthy, who missed his rookie season because of a torn meniscus in his right knee,

The Minnesota Vikings are expected to consider replacing Sam Darnold with former New York Giants starting QB Daniel Jones.

Minnesota's Pro Bowl quarterback posted a message on social media to coaches, teammates and the fans on Friday. Was it a goodbye?

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