Sam Darnold’s Girlfriend Stuns Vikings Fans with Supportive Post at Sunday’s Game

Minnesota – Sam Darnold’s incredible comeback story continued in Minnesota on Sunday, as he led the Vikings to a dominant 27-10 victory over the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium. The 13-2 Vikings were already in control, and Darnold’s performance solidified his case for NFL Comeback Player of the Year.

Darnold, the former No. 3 overall pick by the New York Jets, threw for 349 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception as the Vikings marched toward the playoffs. After a rocky start to his career with the Jets, Darnold’s bounce-around journey has found a true home in Minnesota under head coach Kevin O’Connell.

Off the field, Darnold’s girlfriend, Katie Hoofnagle, turned heads in the stadium. She shared a post on her Instagram Story showing support for the Vikings with the word “Skol.” Katie, who has a modest following on social media, has been a steady presence in Darnold’s life since his time with the San Francisco 49ers during the 2023 season.

This season has not only been a football renaissance for Darnold but also a fun time off the field with Katie. The couple gained attention earlier in the fall with a Halloween costume where they went as early 2000s pop stars Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears, a look they pulled off with style.

As the Vikings close in on securing the No. 1 seed in the NFC, there’s more to celebrate. With the team positioned as a Super Bowl contender, Darnold’s impressive performance on Sunday, including his 35th touchdown pass of the season, has been a highlight. This marks a career milestone for the quarterback, surpassing his previous record of 19 touchdowns in 2019.

Commentators are taking notice of Darnold’s stellar play. Colin Cowherd expressed admiration for Darnold, stating on X (formerly Twitter), “Sam Darnold is on a freaking heater. Yea, the weapons are strong, but he is on it.” The Vikings, and their resurgent quarterback, are looking like serious contenders in the postseason.

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