In a recent episode of the Purple Insider podcast, hosts Matthew Coller and ESPN's Courtney Cronin discussed the Minnesota Vikings' playoff prospects and the future of quarterback Sam Darnold. Both analysts expressed concerns about the Vikings' performance in their last game against the Detroit Lions and how it might impact their playoff readiness.
Coller noted that despite the Vikings' struggles, there's still a belief that they can advance in the postseason, particularly if Darnold can maintain consistency in his play. Cronin emphasized the importance of Darnold’s development under head coach Kevin O'Connell, indicating that he might be the quarterback for the long term regardless of playoff outcomes.
The podcast also touched on the competitive landscape of the NFC playoffs, highlighting potential matchups and the implications for the Vikings' playoff journey, as well as the challenges they would face against teams like the Los Angeles Rams.
