The Minnesota Vikings secured a convincing 42-21 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, with quarterback Sam Darnold delivering a career-best performance. Darnold threw five touchdown passes and accumulated a career-high 347 yards without committing an interception.
While coach Kevin O’Connell downplayed the game as validation for not re-signing Kirk Cousins in the offseason, the result undeniably highlights the success of the team’s current quarterback. Darnold expressed his excitement after the game, stating that it was “a lot of emotion” and admitting he couldn’t hide his emotions.
The Vikings’ future with Darnold remains uncertain as no discussions on a new contract have taken place, leaving fans wondering if he’ll be one and done in Minnesota. However, Darnold’s impressive performance has made him an attractive candidate for other teams seeking a top quarterback.
Source: https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/sam-darnold-was-feeling-pure-joy-after-throwing-five-tds-in-sundays-win