Vikings, Sam Darnold and Seattle Seahawks

Sam Darnold signing with Seahawks: Former Vikings QB agrees to three-year, $100.5 million contract, per report
After questions about what Darnold's market would be in free agency, he signs a deal that includes an AAV of $33.5 million, which ranks No. 18 in the NFL. In Seattle, Darnold also reunites with Klint Kubiak, the new Seahawks offensive coordinator who worked with Darnold during his one season with the San Francisco 49ers .
Former Vikings QB Sam Darnold on Notice Amid $100 Million Seahawks Contract
The Minnesota Vikings watched as Sam Darnold signed a three-year, $100.5 million contract with the Seattle Seahawks in free agency. Darnold’s $33.5 million annual salary was evident, but details about the structure remained unknown.
Seahawks’ new $100M QB Sam Darnold learns from his Vikings end--and the last pick in draft
The Vikings decided to let Darnold’s contract expire and roll in 2025 and beyond with J.J. McCarthy, their 10th pick in last year’s draft. His season-ending knee injury last summer is why Darnold started last season.
Vikings make $40 million decision on Sam Darnold: QB won't be hit with franchise tag after career year
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 after the Vikings made the decision to not use the franchise tag on him,
NFL analyst compares Seahawks QB Sam Darnold to 'tavern ham'
The Seattle Seahawks made some big moves this offseason. They traded away quarterback Geno Smith and wide receiver DK Metcalf. They replaced both with free agency additions, coming to terms with Sam Darnold, who will replace Smith, and Cooper Kupp, who will take Metcalf's spot.
Sam Darnold Rumors: 'Most Teams Think' Vikings Will Bring QB Back on New Contract
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Sam Darnold Gets Good News After Leaving Vikings for Seahawks
Former Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold got good news Friday when the Seattle Seahawks, his new team, signed star wide receiver Cooper Kupp.
Seahawks introduce Sam Darnold as new QB: 'Best days are ahead of him,' Mike Macdonald says
Going against Darnold last season, Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald knows first-hand what teams have to do to prep for the quarterback, who had the best year of his career in 2024. M
Aaron Rodgers and Top QB Options for Vikings After Sam Darnold's Seahawks Contract
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New Seahawks’ QB Sam Darnold isn’t looking to pick up where he left off in 2024
Sam Darnold’s stunning 2024 season with the Vikings began with a bang, and ended with a whimper. Don’t sleep on him making amends in his debut year in Seattle.
Vikings decline to use franchise tag on QB Sam Darnold, continue contract talks as free agency nears
A franchise tag for quarterback Sam Darnold would have cost the Vikings $40.24 million for 2025. While they could still agree to a new contract with him, they are facing the prospect of having a new starting QB for the third consecutive year.
New Seahawks QB is Sam Darnold. 3-year deal to replace Geno Smith is bold move with risk
The agreement on the first day of negotiating with unrestricted free agents comes 3 days after Smith’s trade to the Raiders.
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Sam Darnold credits NFC West rival for turning fortunes around with Vikings
Brock Purdy had a lasting effect on Sam Darnold after the two quarterbacks worked together in San Francisco at the 49ers ...