Sam Darnold is on pace to throw for more than 4,100 yards this season in what's been a historic breakout campaign for the former top-five draft pick. The one-time pick, who was labeled as a bust, has led Minnesota to a 12-2 record after beating the Bears on Monday night.

The Minnesota Vikings have an interesting option with Sam Darnold, they can use the franchise tag to keep him and then attempt to trade him.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold's future remains uncertain as his one-year deal with the team will expire after the season.

Should the Vikings re-sign Darnold long term after his career year, or should they let him go and look to the future with J.J. McCarthy?

Adding further context to Minnesota head coach Kevin O'Connell's QB factory, Cousins—who granted is coming off a torn Achilles—has struggled with the Falcons this season. The 36-year-old has thrown 16 interceptions through 14 games, and on Monday night threw his first touchdown in over a month and a half.

The Minnesota Star Tribune's Mark Craig, one of 50 voters tasked with choosing the NFL’s Most Valuable Player, processes Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold's chances at winning the award.