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Minnesota Vikings NFC North
 
Sam Darnold • #14 • QB
43/81, 411 yds, 1 TD, 1 Int in last 2 games
Status:On roster
Ht/Wt:6'3", 225 lbs.
Born:Jun 5, 1997 (27 yrs) in Capistrano Beach, CA
Hometown:Capistrano Beach, CA
College:USC
Experience:6 years
Drafted:Drafted by NY Jets in 2018 (1/3).
Acquired:Acquired as a free agent in 2024.
2024 Season Stats
G GS Att Cmp Pct Yds Lg TD Int Sck Rat Rush Yds Lg TD Fum
YTD 17 17 545 361 66.2 4319 97 35 12 48 102.5 67 212 19 1 8
On Pace 17 17 545 361 66.2 4319 97 35 12 48 102.5 67 212 19 1 8
Playoffs 1 1 40 25 62.5 245 26 1 1 9 77.6 4 19 17 0 1
Playoffs 1 1 40 25 62.5 245 26 1 1 9 77.6 4 19 17 0 1
Playoffs 1 1 40 25 62.5 245 26 1 1 9 77.6 4 19 17 0 1
Playoffs 1 1 40 25 62.5 245 26 1 1 9 77.6 4 19 17 0 1
Playoffs 1 1 40 25 62.5 245 26 1 1 9 77.6 4 19 17 0 1
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Scouting Report
Shows the ability to succeed as a volume passer. Possesses the deep-ball arm to succeed in the NFL. Possesses the height NFL teams look for in a QB. Mobile and nimble in the pocket. He isn't particularly overpowering physically or athletically, so he needs to succeed at times through smarts and fundamentals. Must keep improving his physique to maximize his talent.
Long Range Potential: Talented QB prospect with some starter tools.
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