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Dane Mizutani: Sam Darnold’s stardom was never meant for the Vikings

Weeks ago, Sam Darnold signed with the Seattle Seahawks in free agency, and Seattle fully committed to him as their franchise quarterback this season.
Vikings fans had turned after Darnold appeared rattled amid what critics called a 'dumpster fire' season, and a string of late-season losses ended his run before he packed up at the TCO Performance Center.
At U.S. Bank Stadium, teammates celebrated Sam Darnold after beating the Green Bay Packers, while in Seattle he threw four interceptions in a 21-19 loss but kept roster security.
That development raises the question whether the Minnesota Vikings, NFL team would be better off with Sam Darnold, quarterback now thriving in Seattle, though Vikings fans and analysts caution no guarantee he'd replicate success.
Weeks ago the Seattle Seahawks lost to the Los Angeles Rams, but many still saw Darnold's rise as tied to the move rather than his play, while J.J. McCarthy waited in the wings.

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Dane Mizutani: Sam Darnold’s stardom was never meant for the Vikings

The fleeting moment of euphoria at U.S. Bank Stadium feels like a lifetime ago. After the Minnesota Vikings hung on to beat the Green Bay Packers late last season, Sam Darnold was given a hero’s welcome as he entered the locker room. His teammates gathered in a circle, showered him with water and hoisted him upon their shoulders. As the celebration began around him, Darnold tossed his hat in the air and let out a roar. It felt like a cathartic r…

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