Vikings not expected to tag Sam Darnold

Minnesota Vikings not expected to franchise tag QB Sam Darnold
The Minnesota Vikings are not expected to use the franchise tag on quarterback Sam Darnold. Sources told NFL Network, ESPN and NFL Insider Tony Pauline on Monday about the expected transaction, which could lead Darnold into free agency.
Vikings Reportedly 'Unlikely' to Place Franchise Tag on Sam Darnold
The Minnesota Vikings are unlikely to place the franchise tag on quarterback Sam Darnold ahead of the deadline on Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET, Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reported on Monday.
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Reports: Vikings interested in keeping Sam Darnold but unlikely to tag him
The Vikings are unlikely to use the franchise tag on Sam Darnold, according to multiple reports. The team has until 4 p.m. ET Tuesday to make a final decision. The franchise tag would pay Darnold $40.242 million fully guaranteed for 2025. The Vikings, though, are interested in keeping Darnold, per reports.
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Minnesota has spent this week at the NFL Combine trying to gauge the market for veteran quarterback Sam Darnold as they determine if they want to place the franchise tag on him. At this point, if the Vikings decide to use the franchise tag on Darnold, it would most likely be because they have found a willing trade partner.
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