Vikings QB Sam Darnold was on his way to a big payday this offseason. But two bad games may have cost him his job — and millions.

The Minnesota Vikings were blown off the field by the Los Angeles Rams in a 27-9 beatdown. Sam Darnold was sacked nine times, threw an interception, and lost a fumble. It was a nightmare, but it shouldn't be the only takeaway from a great season.

The Minnesota Vikings’ social media team had head coach Kevin O’Connell mic’d up during the game. Late in the contest, O’Connell delivered a message to quarterback Sam Darnold before calling a play over the headset.