On Thursday, Vikings General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and head coach Kevin O’Connell discussed the uncertainty surrounding the team’s quarterback situation for the upcoming season. Although they did not provide any guarantees, it was suggested that Sam Darnold would likely be the starter if the season started today.
During his own press conference, Darnold recently signed a one-year deal with the team and expressed his enthusiasm for working with the offensive playmakers in Minnesota. While he acknowledged that the team could be considering other options, including a potential first-round draft pick, he made it clear that he is prepared to compete for the starting quarterback position.
Despite facing challenges in his previous stints as a starter with the Jets and Panthers, Darnold views this opportunity with the Vikings as potentially his last shot at securing a first-string job. While there may be doubts about his ability to succeed in Minnesota, Darnold remains focused on making the most of this opportunity and proving his abilities on the field.
