Sam Darnold has left the Minnesota Vikings shocked with his latest decision regarding his future in free agency. After months of speculation, the quarterback has chosen to part ways with the team, paving the road for a dramatic shift in the Vikings' quarterback plans.

Darnold, the Jets’ third-overall pick in 2018, had a renaissance in Minnesota last year under the tutelage of Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell, throwing 35 touchdowns and 12 interceptions through 17 regular-season games.