Sam Darnold is a professional American football quarterback currently playing for the Minnesota Vikings in the NFL
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. He was born on June 5, 1997, in Dana Point, California
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. Darnold played college football at the University of Southern California (USC), where he won several awards, including the Archie Griffin Award in 2016
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Darnold was drafted third overall by the New York Jets in the 2018 NFL Draft
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. He started his career with the Jets but was traded to the Carolina Panthers in 2021
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. After two seasons with the Panthers, he joined the San Francisco 49ers for one season as a backup
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. In 2024, Darnold signed with the Vikings and experienced a career resurgence, leading the team to a playoff appearance and earning Pro Bowl honors
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Despite his successes, Darnold has faced challenges, particularly in high-pressure situations
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. In the 2025 playoffs, he struggled against the Los Angeles Rams, resulting in a 27-9 loss and raising questions about his future with the Vikings
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Would you like to know more about his career highlights or his journey through different teams?
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en.wikipedia.org
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