Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold’s future with the team is under scrutiny after a crushing 27-9 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Monday night’s Wild Card round. The 14-3 regular season record, which saw Darnold lead the team to victory, seemed like a rebound from his tumultuous start with the New York Jets and various backup roles.
However, the playoffs presented a different story. Darnold struggled, completing just 25 of 39 passes for 245 yards with a touchdown and interception, while being sacked nine times. His post-game comments acknowledged that he didn’t play well enough over the past couple of weeks.
Meanwhile, backup quarterback J.J. McCarthy’s cryptic message on social media has sparked speculation about his own future in Minnesota. The former Michigan quarterback, who won a national championship before being drafted by the Vikings with the No. 10 overall pick, posted “Amor fati” – Latin for “love of fate,” referring to embracing life’s good and bad aspects.
McCarthy’s message could be interpreted as a mindset shift or a hint at his readiness to take on more responsibilities in the coming season. As Darnold becomes a free agent after back-to-back losses, McCarthy may have the opportunity to become the Vikings’ new starter in 2025.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/sports/vikings-rookie-jj-mccarthy-shares-cryptic-post-following-crushing-playoff-defeat