💥Sam Darnold signs with the Minnesota Vikings as their new quarterback, replacing Kirk Cousins.
🏈Darnold's signing allows the Vikings flexibility in the draft to potentially select a quarterback if desired.
💰The 49ers may receive a compensatory pick for Darnold's departure as a free agent.
👥Brandon Allen is currently the backup to Brock P in the 49ers' quarterback room.
🔎The 49ers are likely to make more additions to their quarterback room for training camp and OTAs.
Why did Sam Darnold leave the San Francisco 49ers?
—Darnold became a free agent and signed a one-year $10 million deal with the Minnesota Vikings to become their quarterback.
Who is currently the backup quarterback for the 49ers?
—Brandon Allen is currently the backup quarterback to Brock P.
Will the 49ers receive a compensatory pick for Sam Darnold's departure?
—The 49ers may receive a compensatory pick for Darnold's departure as a free agent, but the specific pick is yet to be determined.
What is the plan for the Vikings in the upcoming draft?
—The signing of Sam Darnold gives the Vikings flexibility in the draft to potentially select a quarterback if desired.
Will the 49ers make more additions to their quarterback room?
—Yes, the 49ers are likely to make more additions to their quarterback room in preparation for training camp and OTAs.
00:00Breaking news: Sam Darnold signs with the Minnesota Vikings as the new quarterback.
00:03Darnold's signing provides the Vikings flexibility in the draft to potentially select a quarterback if desired.
00:09The 49ers may receive a compensatory pick for Darnold's departure as a free agent.
00:19Brandon Allen is currently the backup to Brock P in the 49ers' quarterback room.
00:32The 49ers are likely to make more additions to their quarterback room for training camp and OTAs.
