The Vikings chose not to franchise-tag Darnold, who is coming off a career year, but Minnesota could find a way to keep the veteran QB.

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While the Vikings chose not to tag QB Sam Darnold, they are still open to bringing him back as their starter in 2025, sources tell FOX Sports' Jordan Schultz.

While the Vikings chose not to tag QB Sam Darnold, they are still open to bringing him back as their starter in 2025, sources tell FOX Sports' Jordan Schultz.

While Sam Darnold largely thrived his first season with the Vikings, the quarterback's future in Minnesota is murky after the team opted against using its franchise tag for him.

Only two players were given the tag for 2025 before Tuesday’s deadline: Cincinnati receiver Tee Higgins and Kansas City guard Trey Smith.

Dallas signed defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa before the franchise tag deadline Tuesday and Minnesota declined to give the tag to quarterback Sam Darnold, clearing the way for him to hit the open market next week.