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Shifting gears, the conversation transitions to NFL quarterback Sam Darnold, particularly his uncertain future with the Minnesota Vikings after they declined to franchise tag him. Despite an impressive performance earlier in the season that landed him a Pro Bowl spot, Darnold's late-game struggles have complicated his prospects.
Wilbon contemplates Darnold's feelings about possibly staying with the Vikings, noting that if the financial compensation aligns, there may be merit in re-signing. However, Kornheiser points out that Darnold’s recent games have raised doubts about his long-term viability as a franchise quarterback. There's an acknowledgment that the coaching staff's confidence in him may have waned, especially with the emergence of another promising prospect, JJ McCarthy.