The Minnesota Vikings don’t exactly want to let Sam Darnold go, but J.J. McCarthy is still the franchise quarterback, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Darnold played one season for the Vikings, leading them to a 14-3 record and an NFC Wild Card playoff berth.

Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz and senior NFL writer Frank Schwab debate whether or not the Minnesota Vikings should franchise Sam Darnold or lean on J.J. McCarthy in 2025. Hear the full conversation on “Inside Coverage” - and subscribe on Apple Podcasts,

This year looks a bit light on franchise tag candidates, but the Vikings do have the most significant decision to make before the March 4 tag deadline.