Vikings have had a horror run and Justin Jefferson has something to say. He claimed how Sam Darnold would be crucial for Vikings to get back to winning ways.
Jefferson stated to USA Today Sports:
“It’s definitely tough. It’s tough to watch,”
“Of course, I love that he’s in the Super Bowl. I’m happy for him, I want nothing but the best for him, especially the way his journey was at first, people doubting him and people not giving him the respect. Now they’re giving him that respect. Now they’re seeing that he’s a top-tier quarterback in this league.
“Of course, selfishly, I wish that he had done that for us last year, but to see him blossom and bounce back right after last year and make it this year, I’m all happy for him, and I hope he wins. I’m rooting for Seattle and I think Seattle’s going to win. I’ll be rooting for him.”
The Vikings signed Darnold in 2024 as insurance until McCarthy, their quarterback of the future, was ready. But after McCarthy suffered a season-ending injury in preseason, Darnold, under coach Kevin O’Connell’s direction, excelled in the Vikings’ scheme, leading Minnesota to 14 wins after winning a total of 21 games in his previous six seasons.
