Sam Darnold was previously expected to receive a new contract worth more than Baker Mayfield's $100 million, three-year deal in Tampa Bay - but that now seems unlikely

Since leaving Carolina following their unsuccessful tenures in Charlotte, Sam Darnold and Baker Mayfield both revived their careers. At Minnesota, Darnold became a Pro Bowler and went 14-3 in 2024. At Tampa Bay,

When the topic of quarterback resurgences comes up, there have been three big ones over the last three seasons. It was Geno Smith on the Seahawks in 2022, Baker Mayfield with the Bucs in 2023 and Sam Darnold this 2024 season playing for the Vikings.