Sam
Darnold
#14 · MIN
QB · Bye: 6
QB · Bye: 6
2024 Projections
| Comp | PAtt | PYard | PTD | Int | FPTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | 133 | 897 | 5 | 3 | 53.0 |
- ADP: Undrafted
- Proj QB Rank: 36
2024 Outlook from 
Potential Early-Season Starter With Superflex Value
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold is clearly not viewed as the "quarterback of the future" after the team selected Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy with the 10th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, but he might see early action as the rookie is brought along slowly. McCarthy, who won't turn 22 years old until January, attempted just 713 passes in three college seasons and will likely need to "sit and watch" to begin his career. The Vikings have a Week 6 bye, so there's a real chance Darnold could start the first five games of 2024. Although he won't be high on the single-QB radar, he's worth a late-round selection in Superflex and two-QB leagues. The former No. 3 overall pick by the New York Jets has thrown just 63 touchdowns to 56 interceptions in his first six NFL seasons, but he'll get the chance to throw to Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison, which gives him a shot at spike-week upside. Last season, journeyman signal-caller Nick Mullens posted three games of at least 19 fantasy points in five starts. Darnold could reasonably put up similar showings before he's ultimately benched in favor of McCarthy.
2023 Season Stats
| Comp | PAtt | PYard | PTD | Int | FPTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | 46 | 297 | 2 | 1 |
23.4 (2.3/gm) |
Team Competition
| J.J. McCarthy | 218.0 |
| Sam Darnold | 53.0 |
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