We're likely still a long way from the point where games will have a playoff intensity, but San Francisco 49ers cornerback Deommodore Lenoir playfully stoked the flames ahead of their matchup with the Minnesota Vikings with a jab at quarterback Sam Darnold.

The cornerback, who's entering a contract year, has been the best player on the field in training camp. What's his secret to success?

After San Francisco 49ers cornerback Deommodore Lenoir faced quarterback Sam Darnold in practice last season, he didn’t hesitate when asked Thursday who would win their battle when the 49ers visit Darnold and the Vikings on Sunday.

Niners cornerback Deommodore Lenoir is ready to face the QB he saw plenty in practice last season, adding he and Vikings' Sam Darnold have always had a "connection."

Mentioned previously as an extension candidate, it sounds like Deommodore Lenoir has indeed talked about a long-term pact with the

Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold caught some stray jokes from a former 49ers teammate ahead of their Week 2 reunion.

Deommodore Lenoir confidently recalls 2023 practice success he had against former San Francisco 49ers teammate and current Vikings QB

Sam Darnold passed for 268 yards and two touchdowns against his former team, including a 97-yard strike in the second quarter to Justin Jefferson, and an attacking defense again fueled the Minnesota V

Sam Darnold was back dropping dimes for the Minnesota Vikings, as they shocked the San Francisco 49ers in a 23-17 win during their home opener on Sunday.