Minnesota Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah Faces Direct Questions on QB Sam Darnold’s Future
Minnesota Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah faced tough questions about quarterback Sam Darnold’s future with the team during his end-of-season press conference last week. With the Vikings finishing their season and evaluating their roster heading into the offseason, Adofo-Mensah addressed the lingering question regarding Darnold, who has been a part of the team but not necessarily a featured player in the starting role.
While Darnold had been viewed as a potential backup to Kirk Cousins, Adofo-Mensah was asked about the quarterback’s long-term role with the team and whether the Vikings saw him as a part of their future plans. The GM acknowledged that Darnold has a strong skill set but did not make any firm commitments regarding his future with the organization.
“We’re still evaluating everything across the board,” Adofo-Mensah said during the press conference. “We have a lot of respect for Sam’s abilities and the experience he brings to the table, but we’ll take a deep dive into our roster, including our quarterback position, and see where we want to go moving forward.”
Darnold, who was drafted by the New York Jets as the third overall pick in 2018, has had an inconsistent career, which included stints with both the Jets and the Carolina Panthers before joining the Vikings. The 26-year-old quarterback has shown flashes of potential but has struggled with turnovers and consistency, which has left his future in question.
As the Vikings prepare for the offseason, the quarterback position will remain a key focus for the franchise. While Kirk Cousins is currently under contract, the team will need to make decisions about their long-term plans, including whether they continue with Cousins as their starter or potentially look for an upgrade at the position. With Darnold on the roster and other options likely on the table, Adofo-Mensah’s comments leave room for speculation regarding what direction the Vikings may take in terms of their quarterback depth chart.
The Vikings are expected to have further discussions in the coming weeks regarding player evaluations and potential moves for the 2025 season, but for now, Sam Darnold’s future with the team remains uncertain.