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Conclusion: A Turning Point for Darnold

In summary, the Minnesota Vikings face a crossroads with Sam Darnold. His potential exit from the team following a strong—but ending on a sour note—season, coupled with the emergence of JJ McCarthy, creates uncertainty in the quarterback landscape. Darnold is poised to enter the free-agent market, and while he has proven he can win games with a competent supporting cast, the pressure of critical matches raises the question of whether he can evolve into a player that franchises can rely on to make game-winning plays.