Rival $10M QB Top Fit to Replace Giants' Daniel Jones Amid Benching Rumors
The Vikings went the same route with Darnold in 2024, signing him to a one-year, $10 million contract to kick the season off as rookie QB J.J. McCarthy found his footing. Darnold has excelled relatively, leading the team to a 7-2 record and throwing for 2,141 yards, 17 TDs and 10 interceptions thus far.