Vikings make $40 million decision on Sam Darnold: QB won't be hit with franchise tag after career year
Darnold played like one of the top quarterbacks in the NFL for much of the season, but faded down the stretch
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Sources: Vikes likely won't franchise-tag Darnold
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold is unlikely to be franchise-tagged ahead of Tuesday's 4 p.m. ET deadline, league sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.ESPN - 8h -
Is Sam Darnold out and J.J. McCarthy in at QB after Vikings didn't tag the veteran?
Darnold had a career year, but the Vikings opted to let him become a free agent.ESPN - 2h -
Free agency tracker: Looks like Vikings have made decision on Sam Darnold
The NFL's franchise tag deadline is Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET. Minnesota's going one way with Sam Darnold, Cincy's going the other with Tee Higgins. Get the latest here.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
2025 NFL free agent rankings: Top 25 overall players, including Sam Darnold and 2 major targets getting franchise tag
There are some veteran receivers and some good defensive line options available.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
2025 NFL free agency rumors: Vikings' Sam Darnold most likely to land with one of these two teams
The quarterback could be the most sought-after at his positionCBS Sports - 1d -
QB Free Agency Preview: Sam Darnold could be viewed as a low-end No. 1 Fantasy QB if he lands with Titans
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2025 NFL franchise tag tracker: Bengals' Tee Higgins tagged second straight year ahead of free agency
Keeping tabs on all the players to be tagged this offseasonCBS Sports - 1d -
Sam Farmer's NFL mock draft 1.0: Titans won't pass on QB with their top pick
Quarterbacks are franchise-changers, and the Tennessee Titans will go all-in with Cam Ward at No. 1 in the 2025 NFL draft. Here's how the first round could unfold.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 24
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