Sam Darnold's improbable journey to the Super Bowl has been a subject of much ridicule and skepticism, but he will be taking the field as a starting quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks on football's biggest stage.
Darnold has had a remarkable turnaround since being shipped off from New York after struggling with turnovers and a dysfunctional franchise that didn't give him much of a supporting cast. He eventually found himself in San Francisco, where he studied under Kyle Shanahan's system, forming strong bonds with quarterback coach Klint Kubiak.
When the Vikings signed Darnold as their bridge quarterback for rookie JJ McCarthy, his future looked short-lived, but fate intervened when McCarthy suffered an injury that handed him a second chance. In Minnesota, Darnold displayed fire and confidence he hadn't shown in any of his previous stops, earning Comeback Player of the Year Honors.
In two weeks, Darnold will face San Francisco once again, now as the Seahawks' starter with a three-year, $100m contract. A team that has seen him excel under pressure is now counting on him to take them all the way to the Lombardi Trophy.
Darnold has had a remarkable turnaround since being shipped off from New York after struggling with turnovers and a dysfunctional franchise that didn't give him much of a supporting cast. He eventually found himself in San Francisco, where he studied under Kyle Shanahan's system, forming strong bonds with quarterback coach Klint Kubiak.
When the Vikings signed Darnold as their bridge quarterback for rookie JJ McCarthy, his future looked short-lived, but fate intervened when McCarthy suffered an injury that handed him a second chance. In Minnesota, Darnold displayed fire and confidence he hadn't shown in any of his previous stops, earning Comeback Player of the Year Honors.
In two weeks, Darnold will face San Francisco once again, now as the Seahawks' starter with a three-year, $100m contract. A team that has seen him excel under pressure is now counting on him to take them all the way to the Lombardi Trophy.
He's come from being one of the most doubted QBs in the league to becoming a Super Bowl starter, and I think it's amazing 
! His journey is proof that you can turn your career around with the right mindset and team behind you #NFL #ComebackStory. From being shopped by the Vikings to now having a 3-year deal in Seattle, he's definitely on top of his game 
. I love how he's proven himself to be clutch under pressure, earning him Comeback Player of the Year honors 
! It's gonna be intense when he faces San Francisco again two weeks from now - can't wait to see what he does next #DarnoldToTheChampionship
. I mean, who would've thought he'd end up as a starter for the Seahawks? The guy's had it rough in the past, but you can't deny his turnaround in Minnesota was real 
. I'm not gonna lie, I was skeptical about him taking over at first, but that Comeback Player of the Year award changes everything. And now, with that big contract and all eyes on him for the Super Bowl... it's gotta be nerve-wracking 
. But you know what? I think Seattle needs a guy like Darnold who can make plays under pressure. Let's see how he handles it this time around! 
I mean, he was written off by so many people but he just proved everyone wrong and now he's leading the Seahawks to the Super Bowl 
Can't wait to see him take on SF again and show them what he's capable of! 
You go, Darnold!
from being benched in NY to leadin the Seahawks to the Super Bowl 
and I gotta admit, it's kinda inspiring? 
anyway, I hope he slays it on the field and brings home that trophy 
. The fact that he found his groove in San Francisco under Kyle Shanahan's system was key 
. And now, he's leading the Seahawks into the big game – talk about a redemption story 
... it'll be fun to see if he can take down his old team in the Super Bowl 
. Can't wait to see him take on SF again in the Super Bowl 
, but i think it'll be worth it if they can make it all the way 
it's insane how far he's come. that journey from struggling in ny to becoming a seahawks superstar is like a rags-to-riches tale, inspiring to anyone who's ever faced adversity 
And now, going into the Super Bowl as a starter for the Seahawks... that's just crazy talk 
It's like he's in some kinda NFL fairy tale!
His story is a testament to the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity and make the impossible possible! 
He deserved that Comeback Player of the Year award, no question. And now the Seahawks are counting on him? That's insane! 
. Bring on the Super Bowl, this guy's ready to shine