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Justin Jefferson comments on how Sam Darnold departure affected Vikings production
- On Sunday, All-Pro receiver Justin Jefferson told USA Today Sports he watched Sam Darnold reach the Super Bowl with mixed emotions, saying `I love that he's in the Super Bowl. I want nothing but the best for him, especially the way his journey was at first`.
- Facing a franchise decision, Minnesota chose J.J. McCarthy, the No. 10 pick, despite Darnold's 2024 season with 4,319 yards and 35 touchdowns.
- Minnesota finished 9-8 and missed the playoffs, with J.J. McCarthy missing seven games and Jefferson enduring his least productive campaign with 1,048 yards and two scores.
- On Friday, the organization fired general manager Kwesi Adofo‑Mensah amid questions about the QB decision after Darnold's success leaves Minnesota confronting if it turned the page too soon.
- As it stands Saturday, Jefferson will be heading into the 2026 season with McCarthy as his quarterback, and he said he's rooting for Seattle and Darnold, who is one win from a championship.
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