The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to a one-year deal with quarterback Sam Darnold, sources confirmed to ESPN. The Vikings have an opening at quarterback after longtime franchise star Kirk Cousins agreed to terms on a four-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons on Monday.
After five seasons split between the New York Jets and Carolina Panthers, Darnold signed a one-year deal with the 49ers last offseason with the hope of learning from coach Kyle Shanahan and re-establishing his value as a potential starter.
In San Francisco, Darnold won the No. 2 job behind starter Brock Purdy, which led to a preseason trade that sent quarterback Trey Lance to the Dallas Cowboys.
Darnold appeared in 10 games, mostly in mop-up duty, throwing for 297 yards with 2 touchdowns and an interception. Darnold started the Week 18 finale against the Los Angeles Rams after the Niners wrapped up the No.