Is Sam Darnold playing tonight? Vikings QB's status explored for Week 8 TNF matchup vs. Rams

Sam Darnold has been in the spotlight for the Minnesota Vikings ahead of their Week 8 clash against the LA Rams. The quarterback has enjoyed an excellent season thus far and fans want to know whether he will continue to lead the offense for Minnesota on Thursday night.

Is Sam Darnold playing tonight vs. Rams?

Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold - Source: Imagn

Barring any late injury or setback, Sam Darnold will start against the Rams in Week 8. The Vikings quarterback is active on the team roster and as the QB1, will lead Minnesota's offense on Thursday night.

Darnold also remained away from the Vikings' injury report this week, suggesting that there are no injury concerns for the player. He has started in all six games for Minnesota thus far.

Heading into Week 8, Darnold has completed 109 of 164 pass attempts for 1,370 yards and thrown 12 touchdowns, while also throwing five interceptions. He has also rushed for 100 yards on 24 carries.

Darnold has been excellent for the Vikings this season, leading the team to a 6-1 record. Minnesota now has a great chance of making the playoffs, and Kevin O'Connell's team will also have one eye on the NFC North title.

NFL 2024: How to watch Vikings vs. Rams? TV schedule and live stream details for Week 8 contest

Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford - Source: Imagn

The Vikings (5-1) vs. Rams (2-4) Week 8 game will not be broadcast live on national TV. Locals in Los Angeles can watch the matchup on FOX 11.

Fans nationwide can livestream the contest on Amazon Prime Video.

• Date: Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024
• Time: 8:15 p.m. EDT
• TV channel: FOX 11 for locals in Los Angeles
• Live stream: Amazon Prime Video
• Venue: SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Los Angeles

The Vikings suffered their first defeat of the season in Week 7 when they lost 31-39 against the Detroit Lions. Meanwhile, the Rams enter Thursday's matchup on the back of a 20-15 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday.