It's only five games but Sam Darnold has become one of the best storylines in the NFL this season. After failed stints as a starter with the New York Jets and Carolina Panthers, Darnold has led the Minnesota Vikings to a 5-0 record and his early performance could help him land a massive contract.

One of the better stories from the NFL season has been the emergence of quarterback Sam Darnold for the Minnesota Vikings. The former No. 3 overall pick of the New York Jets has looked like the player that many believed he could be when he was drafted into the league.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold is widely considered to be an MVP candidate entering Week 6 of the 2024 NFL season. With plenty of other worthy contenders for the hardware, though, he might seem more likely to earn the AP Comeback Player of the Year Award.