Former USC Trojans quarterback Sam Darnold threw two touchdowns for the Minnesota Vikings, but a late missed facemask against Darnold determined the outcome.
like wide receivers Puka Nakua and Cooper Kupp back in action, moved to 3-4 and have their second straight win. The Thursday Night Football game was well played for the most part, but the game wasn’t without controversy.
Oct 24, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold drops back to pass against the against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half at SoFi Stadium. / Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images The NFL has had an officiating problem for years, but it’s these types of situations that especially drive spectators, players, and coaches alike to lose their minds. Statistically speaking, the odds were against the Minnesota Vikings driving the length of the field, scoring a touchdown, and also converting the two-point conversion successfully. That is immaterial, though. The Vikings were robbed of the opportunity to at least have the chance to do so.
Starting left tackle Christian Darrisaw left the game with a leg injury right before halftime, and the ramifications were felt as the Rams’ pass rush imposed its will on Darnold and the Vikings’ pass protection. It was a tough loss for the Vikings, but the season is far from over. Sam Darnold has played well enough to prove he’s the man to lead the Vikings. The team simply has to take advantage of its opportunities in crunch time.
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