Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) runs with the ball against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the first quarter at EverBank Stadium. Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

Watch: Sam Darnold's redzone woes continue with costly interceptions

By Colby Colwell | Last updated Nov 10, 2024 10:47 PM ET

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold cannot seem to take advantage of red-zone opportunities.

Late in the first half Sunday, with his team trailing the Jacksonville Jaguars, 7-3, Darnold was picked off when the Vikings were inside the 10-yard line.

Jaguars come up with a red zone INT!

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Early in the third quarter, Darnold make the same mistake again.

Another interception by the Jaguars defense!

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This continues a trend for the Vikings signal-caller. While Darnold has passed for 1,900 yards and 17 TDs this season, interceptions have been a major issue. Darnold had already thrown seven interceptions coming into Week 10. That number continues to grow with his three interceptions so far against the Jaguars, including the two in the red zone.

Going up against a Jaguars team that is only 2-7 and has given up 20 or more points in all but two of its games, this appeared to be the perfect opportunity for Darnold to turns things around. Unfortunately for the Vikings, this turnover trend, particularly in the red zone, does not seem to be going away.

Colby Colwell

Colby Colwell is a freelance contributor with a bachelor’s in Computer & Information Technology and a minor in Psychology from Western Kentucky University. With a deep passion for sports, especially NASCAR, he offers his substantial knowledge along with his adept writing skills. When he’s not writing, Colby enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with his family

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