Vikings Sign Darnold, Jefferson Eager to Mentor Amid QB Shake-Up
March 26, 2024The Minnesota Vikings have lost veteran QB Kirk Cousins in free agency, posing a significant challenge to the team.
Star receiver Justin Jefferson is poised to embrace a leadership role with the incoming quarterback, despite being in the last year of his own contract.
Sam Darnold has been signed by the Vikings on a one-year contract as a potential quarterback option.
The Vikings are considering adding a new quarterback through the draft, with careful deliberation over their first-round picks.
General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah hints at a 'preferred scenario' for the draft that hinges on another team's actions.
Head coach Kevin O'Connell has confirmed that Justin Jefferson will have input in the team's quarterback decisions going forward.
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FOX Sports • Mar 26, 2024
Vikings keeping Justin Jefferson in loop on QB plans