Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold had a rough showing in the Week 5 win over the New York Jets. However, the signal-caller has played better than expected in 2024-25, throwing for 1,111 yards, 11 touchdowns, and four interceptions. With Minnesota off in Week 6, the team will return, hoping to remain atop the NFC North by earning a victory over the Lions in Week 7. The Detroit defense has been reliable this season. Unfortunately, the Lions lost Aidan Hutchinson (leg) for the foreseeable future. While Darnold was already worth a start in any fantasy format, his ceiling is now higher without Hutchinson in the equation.

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Dynasty | Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold completed just 14-of-31 passes for 179 yards with no touchdowns and an interception in the Vikings win against the Jets. Dynasty Analysis: Darnold did what he could after losing Aaron Jones to a hip injury, but this was by far his worst game of the season. Amazingly, Darnold still sits on top of the world after five weeks with 11 touchdowns and five interceptions on the season. While he may not be completely matchup proof, he'll remain a solid QB1 option moving forward.

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Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold went 14-for-31 for 179 yards, zero touchdowns and one interception against the New York Jets in Week 5. He also rushed for 11 yards on five carries during the game.

Fantasy Spin: Darnold was held without a touchdown for the first time this season and did not have much success during the second half of the game. He may be involved in a high scoring game against the Detroit Lions next week and could be a low-end No. 1 quarterback in some deeper leagues.

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Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Oct. 4, and is not on the injury report for Week 5.

Fantasy Spin: Darnold should not have any limitations despite suffering the injury in the last game. He has played very well this season but may only be a possible starting option in two-quarterback leagues. Fantasy players looking for a bye week replacement could consider Darnold.

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Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson (knee) was limited in practice Friday, Oct. 4, but has been ruled out for Week 5 versus the New York Jets. TE Josh Oliver (wrist), WR Brandon Powell (chest), QB Sam Darnold (knee), CB Akayleb Evans (illness) and LB Ivan Pace Jr. (ankle) practiced in full Friday and no longer appear on the injury report.

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Minnesota Vikings TE Josh Oliver (wrist) and WR Brandon Powell (chest) were limited at practice on Thursday, Oct. 3. Also, QB Sam Darnold (knee), CB Akayleb Evans (illness) and LB Ivan Pace Jr. (ankle) practiced in full.

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Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold (knee) practiced in full once again on Thursday, Oct. 3.

Fantasy Spin: Don't look now, but Darnold is QB4 overall after a great start to the season. Darnold is an every-week QB1 until further notice, a reality that was once unfathomable.

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Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold (knee) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Oct. 2.

Fantasy Spin: Darnold continued his strong play last week and is averaging nearly three touchdowns a game to start the season. He is facing a good New York Jets defense this week but could be a possible bye week replacement for some fantasy players.

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Vikings' QB Sam Darnold scored 25.25 fantasy points in Sunday's Week 4 win in Green Bay. Darnold threw for 275 yards on 20-of-28 with three touchdowns and one interception.

Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold went 20-for-28 for 275 yards, three touchdowns and one interception against the Green Bay Packers in Week 4. He also rushed for 15 yards on seven carries during the game.

Fantasy Spin: Darnold has thrown at least two touchdowns in every game this season and was able to connect with multiple targets in the passing game this week. He can be a possible low-end No. 1 quarterback in deeper leagues or a bye week replacement next week.

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Dynasty | Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold completed 20-of-28 passes for 275 yards with three touchdowns and one interception in a win against the Packers. Dynasty Analysis: With 11 touchdowns, three interceptions, and 932 passing yards through four games this year, Darnold has been one of the biggest stories of the season in fantasy and reality. With JJ McCarthy out for the year, Darnold has taken his latest opportunity and proven he's capable of being a very good starting quarterback in the league. The Vikings are going to have decisions to make down the road, but Darnold is looking like a bona fide QB1 in dynasty leagues for the moment - just accept it.

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Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Sept. 27, and is not on the injury report for Week 4.

Fantasy Spin: Darnold's Week 3 injury appears to be minor, and he should not have any limitations this week. He has been playing well so far this season and can be a starting option in two-quarterback leagues.

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Minnesota Vikings LB Ivan Pace Jr. (ankle) did not practice all week and has been ruled out for Week 4 against the Green Bay Packers. CB Stephon Gilmore (rest) and S Harrison Smith (rest) did not practice on Friday, Sept. 27, but are expected to play. C Garrett Bradbury (ankle), S Jay Ward (knee), WR Jordan Addison (ankle), DL Jonathan Bullard (knee), LB Dallas Turner (knee), LB Kamu Grugier-Hill (knee), TE Josh Oliver (wrist), QB Sam Darnold (knee) and OT Christian Darrisaw (illness) practiced in full on Friday and have been removed from the injury report.

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Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold (knee) fully participated in practice Thursday, Sept. 26.

Fantasy Spin: Darnold should not have any limitations this week against the Green Bay Packers despite injuring his knee in Week 3. He should be a starting option in all two-quarterback leagues and could be a low-end No. 1 quarterback in very deep leagues.

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Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (knee) participated fully in Wednesday's team practice. Darnold sustained a minor knee injury and missed just one play in the team's convincing 34-7 victory over the Houston Texans on Sunday. Concerns arose when it was reported he was scheduled for an MRI on his injured knee, but imaging came back clean, and he'll be a full-go for the team's Week 4 road tilt against the Green Bay Packers. The 27-year-old currently garners the thirteenth-most passing yards in the NFL, though he leads the league in touchdown passes -- tossing eight through the team's first three contests. It's been an excellent start to the season for the former third-overall pick. He and the Vikings have been one of the more pleasant surprises thus far in 2024, and he has quickly thrust himself into weekly lineup consideration.

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Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold (knee) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Sept. 25.

Fantasy Spin: Darnold suffered the injury in the last game but does not appear to be in danger is missing the Week 4 game. He is coming off a four-touchdown performance in Week 3 and has thrown at least two touchdowns in every game. He should be a starter in two-quarterback leagues and could be a low-end No. 1 quarterback in some deeper leagues.

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Vikings' QB Sam Darnold scored 25.05 fantasy points in Sunday's Week 3 win against the Texans. Darnold threw for 181 yards on 17-of-28 with four touchdowns.

The Minnesota Vikings announced on Monday that quarterback Sam Darnold (knee) suffered a left-knee bruise in the Week 3 win over the Houston Texans, but he's not expected to miss any time. Don't be surprised to see Darnold on the team's Week 4 injury report, but it sounds as though he's fully expected to play this Sunday when the team travels to Lambeau Field to face the division-rival Green Bay Packers. The 27-year-old came out for a play in the third quarter of the 34-7 blowout win over Houston. The former first-round pick heads into Week 4 with a league-leading eight touchdown passes while completing 67.9% of his pass attempts for 657 yards in three games despite not having receiver Jordan Addison (ankle) for two games. Going into this weekend's game on the road, Darnold should be considered a high-end QB2 in fantasy.

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Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold (knee) avoided major injury and was diagnosed with a knee bruise with no structural damage, according to sources Monday, Sept. 23. He is not expected to miss any time.

Fantasy Spin: Though Darnold could be a bit limited by the knee injury, he's still a solid QB1 option for managers as he currently leads the league in passing touchdowns.

From TheHuddle

Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold (knee) will have an MRI after he suffered a knee injury during the game Sunday, Sept. 22. 'It's good, and that's as much as I'm gonna say about that,' Darnold said.

Fantasy Spin: Darnold took a low hit from former Vikings EDGE Danielle Hunter and only missed one play. He's the QB3 in fantasy right now so stay tuned. Nick Mullens is the Vikings' backup.

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