In a move that sent shockwaves through the NFL community, the Minnesota Vikings made a significant change at quarterback by signing Sam Darnold after parting ways with Kirk Cousins, who signed a 4-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons in free agency. The signing of Darnold, the former 3rd overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft by the New York Jets, marks a pivotal moment for the Vikings as they navigate their quarterback transition.
Cousins’ departure from Minnesota after six years at the helm was met with mixed reactions from fans and analysts alike.