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Vikings Secure Sam Darnold on One Year Deal Amidst Kirk Cousins Exit

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March 13, 2024 · 1 min read

Vikings Secure Sam Darnold on One Year Deal Amidst Kirk Cousins Exit

Other Sports | March 13, 2024

Sam Darnold a veteran of six years in the NFL is reportedly transitioning from the 49ers to the Vikings this offseason. (Image: Sergio Estrada/USA TODAY Sports)

Sam Darnold is set to join the Minnesota Vikings on a one year deal worth up to $10 million with a significant portion guaranteed. This move comes as Kirk Cousins departs for the Atlanta Falcons. Darnold drafted third overall in 2018 looks to rejuvenate his career under Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell.

Having played for three teams in six seasons, Darnold brings experience but also inconsistency with 63 touchdowns and interceptions each in 66 games. After stints with the Jets and Panthers, Darnold briefly joined the 49ers before landing with the Vikings.

With Minnesota, he aims to fill the void left by Cousins while the team potentially seeks a long-term solution in the upcoming draft.