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Darnold led Minnesota to a 14-3 record in 2024 before an ugly flameout in the playoffs; They'd opted not to re-sign Darnold, who could only manage to lead the Seahawks to a Super Bowl win.

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Darnold led Vikings to 14-3 record in 2024, then won Super Bowl with Seahawks.

Darnold led Minnesota to a 14-3 record in 2024 before an ugly playoff flameout; he was not re-signed by the Vikings and went on to lead the Seahawks to a Super Bowl win, demonstrating career resurrection after leaving a poor-fit situation.