Sam Darnold
Seattle Seattle Seahawks • NFC NFC West
USC · 10 yrs pro · Age 28
Biography
Sam Darnold was the third overall pick of the 2018 NFL Draft out of USC, entering the league as the Jets' long-awaited franchise solution. His early career was hampered by poor surrounding talent and the infamous "seeing ghosts" Monday Night Football moment during a battle with mononucleosis.
A quiet revival began in Minnesota, where Darnold delivered a Pro Bowl-caliber season as a one-year bridge starter. He has since continued that momentum in Seattle, drawing on the physical gifts that made him a top pick while finally pairing that talent with a stable situation. His career arc stands as a reminder of how much context matters at the quarterback position.
Background
College
USC
Career Timeline
Born 1997-06-05
Attended USC
Began professional career
Seattle Seahawks — QB
Stats
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Quick Facts
- Height
- 6'3"
- Weight
- 225 lbs
- Age
- 28
- Born
- June 5, 1997
- College
- USC
- Experience
- 10 yrs
- Number
- #14
- Status
- Active