It has only been three games, but already Darnold is leading the NFL with 8 TD passes and has a completion rate pushing 70%. Forget for a moment that noted offensive guru and QB whisperer Kevin O'Connell is his head coach -- Darnold's stock is at an all-time high since the New York Jets drafted him No. 3 overall back in 2018.

Sam Darnold is having an MVP-caliber start to the season, which means the Minnesota Vikings may face competition for his services next year.

JJ McCarthy looked set to start for the Minnesota Vikings before a season-ending knee injury meant that Sam Darnold had taken his place, with the veteran leading the team to a perfect start