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Dec 22, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) reacts after passing for a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

Adam Schefter says there will be 'intriguing scenarios' for Sam Darnold this offseason

Sam Darnold, on a one-year deal, is leading the Vikings to one of the best seasons in franchise history. What his future is, has been of increased interest due to his stellar play this season.

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Dec 22, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell, right, and linebackers coach Mike Pettine, left, walk to the locker room following a victory against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field.

Watch: Kevin O'Connell gives post-victory speech, gets game ball of his own

Dec 22, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) celebrates after catching a touchdown pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field.

NFC playoff picture: Vikings two wins away from division title, No. 1 seed

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold throws a touchdown pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter at Lumen Field in Seattle on Dec. 22, 2024.

Kevin O'Connell's headset went out during Vikings' go-ahead touchdown drive

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson catches a touchdown pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field in Seattle on Dec. 22, 2024.

5 things that stood out from Vikings' win over the Seahawks

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Dec 22, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) passes against the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter at Lumen Field.

Sam Darnold's game-winning TD pass leads Vikings to thrilling win in Seattle

Justin Jefferson was flagged for this celebration

Watch: Justin Jefferson flagged for Griddying at Seahawks' Witherspoon

Dec 8, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell looks on before the game against the Atlanta Falcons at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Matthew Coller: The philosophy that pushed Kevin O'Connell into Coach of the Year contention

Dec 22, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) participates in pregame warmups against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field.

Vikings-Seahawks live score updates: NFL regular season Week 16

Nov 17, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith (22) directs the defense against the Tennessee Titans during the first half at Nissan Stadium.

Vikings-Seahawks inactives: Harrison Smith ruled out for Minnesota

Oct 20, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) and Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell and fullback C.J. Ham (right) look on before the game against the Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Report: 'Strong belief' that Vikings, Sam Darnold 'want to stay together'

Minnesota Vikings tight end Nick Muse runs the ball as Arizona Cardinals safety Jovante Moffatt makes the tackle and linebacker Cameron Thomas (97) moves in during the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Aug. 26, 2024.

Vikings elevate Nick Muse, Bobby McCain ahead of matchup against Seahawks

Nov 19, 2017; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) against the Los Angeles Rams at U.S. Bank Stadium. Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-Imagn Images

Ex-Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater shares new details from knee injury that nearly ended his career

Game Day

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Dec 16, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) celebrates his touchdown against the Chicago Bears in the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

LeBron James shouts out Justin Jefferson's 'crazy' TD celebration

Bears CB Tyrique Stevenson mocks the Vikings' Skol chant during Chicago's 30-12 loss on MNF.

Bears mocked Vikings' Skol chant while down 10 and lost in a blowout

Dec 16, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) is sacked by Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jonathan Greenard (58) in the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Vikings take care of business against Bears for seventh consecutive win

Dec 1, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings offensive tackle Brian O'Neill (75) reacts with the crowd after the game against the Arizona Cardinals at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Vikings' Brian O'Neill leaves MNF game vs. Bears with knee injury

Dec 16, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) warms up before the game against the Chicago Bears at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Justin Jefferson shouts out Randy Moss after MNF TD: "We love you Randy!"

U.S. Bank Stadium ahead of Vikings-Bears on Monday December 16.

Vikings vs. Bears live score updates: Monday Night Football Week 15

Nov 24, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (4) stiff arms Minnesota Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman (51) during the second quarter at Soldier Field.

Vikings-Bears inactives: D'Andre Swift in, Stephon Gilmore out

Dec 8, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell looks on before the game against the Atlanta Falcons at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Watch Kevin O'Connell's locker room speech after Vikings beat Falcons

Injuries

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Oct 20, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith (22) looks on before the game against the Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Final Vikings injury report vs. Seattle: Harrison Smith, C.J. Ham questionable

Nov 17, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith (22) directs the defense against the Tennessee Titans during the first half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Harrison Smith downgraded from limited to DNP in latest Vikings injury report

Dec 15, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) sits on the bench after an injury during the second half against the Green Bay Packers at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

'No excuses': Banged-up Geno Smith says he'll play against Vikings

Dec 15, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) looks to pass against the Green Bay Packers during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

Vikings-Seahawks injury report: Geno Smith full participant, Brian O'Neill limited

Dec 16, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings offensive tackle Brian O'Neill (75) celebrates running back Cam Akers (27) touchdown against the Chicago Bears in the fourth quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Vikings injury updates from KOC: O'Neill, Gilmore, Redmond, Pace

Dec 15, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) sits on the bench after an injury during the second half against the Green Bay Packers at Lumen Field.

Geno Smith's knee injury looms large ahead of Vikings-Seahawks in Week 16

Sep 15, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Chicago Bears offensive tackle Braxton Jones (70) defends against Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. (51) during the game at NRG Stadium.

Bears rule out starting LT Braxton Jones against Vikings with concussion

Nov 24, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (4) rushes the ball against the Minnesota Vikings during the second quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Bartel-Imagn Images

D'Andre Swift questionable, Gervon Dexter Sr. and Roschon Johnson out for Bears-Vikings

Rumors

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Dec 31, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) makes a first down reception against the Green Bay Packers during their game at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dan Powers-Imagn Images

Report: Stadium workers told to prepare for Vikings-Packers time change

Jul 27, 2015; Mankato, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterbacks coach Scott Turner walks to drills at training camp at Minnesota State University. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

Ex-Vikings QB coach labeled as 'top target' for Bill Belichick at North Carolina

Nov 25, 2018; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Former Minnesota Vikings Randy Moss accepts his hall of fame induction ring at halftime in a game against the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

'This is not true': Son of Randy Moss rips 'disgusting' health rumor

Oct 18, 2024; London, United Kingdom; New England Patriots wide receiver K.J. Osborn (2) carries the ball during practice at the Harrow School. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

K.J. Osborn waived by Patriots; should the Vikings bring him back?

Dec 8, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) celebrates his touchdown pass to wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) against the Atlanta Falcons during the second quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Sam Darnold has played himself into Vikings' long-term QB conversation

Nov 24, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) warms up before the game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Bartel-Imagn Images

Report: Vikings, Sam Darnold haven't discussed contract extension

Dec 1, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) drops back to pass against the New Orleans Saints during the second half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Report: Vikings 'monitored' Matthew Stafford's situation before signing Darnold

Nov 3, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) celebrates after a victory over the Dallas Cowboys at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Rumor that Vikings aren't planning official tribute to Kirk Cousins

Roster Moves

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Aug 10, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks tight end Tyler Mabry (85) blocks Minnesota Vikings linebacker Andre Carter II (55) during the game at Lumen Field.

Raiders poach OLB Andre Carter II off Vikings' practice squad

Jul 29, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Kelvin Joseph (1) during training camp at the River Ridge Fields.

Vikings sign former second-round pick cornerback to practice squad

Nov 3, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) throws the ball as Washington Commanders linebacker Frankie Luvu (4) defends during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Vikings officially announce Daniel Jones signing to practice squad

Jan 15, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) looks to pass the ball against the Minnesota Vikings during the first quarter of a wild card game at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Kevin O'Connell: 'Really good things' in Daniel Jones' future

Nov 17, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Minnesota Vikings linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. (0) sneaks a peak into the backfield against the Tennessee Titans during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Ivan Pace Jr. heads to injured reserve, Vikings sign former first-round pick Jamin Davis

Aug 26, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings tight end Nick Muse (34) runs the ball after a pass reception as Arizona Cardinals safety Jovante Moffatt (38) makes the tackle and linebacker Cameron Thomas (97) moves in during the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Vikings waive Nick Muse on his birthday; Akayleb Evans claimed by Panthers

Dec 31, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings cornerback Akayleb Evans (21) and Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed (11) in action during the game at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Vikings waive cornerback Akayleb Evans

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell walks out of the tunnel before the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla., on Nov. 10, 2024.

No surprises among Vikings inactives ahead of showdown with Titans