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Sam Darnold reflects on Super Bowl performance after Seahawks victory

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 2:47 AM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Sam Darnold reflects on Super Bowl performance after Seahawks victory

Summary

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold expressed mixed feelings about his performance in Super Bowl LX after defeating the New England Patriots. Although Darnold led the Seahawks to their second consecutive 14-win season and won the Lombardi Trophy, he admitted dissatisfaction with his Super Bowl execution, completing 19-of-38 passes for 202 yards and one touchdown. Darnold noted that despite the win, he felt he missed too many throws and did not play at his best. Looking ahead to the 2025 NFL season, Darnold aims to build on his success and improve his performance.

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By the Numbers

•Darnold led Seahawks to a Super Bowl victory over the Patriots.
•He completed 19-of-38 passes for 202 yards and one touchdown.
•Darnold expressed disappointment in his Super Bowl performance.
•Seahawks finished the season with a 14-win record.
•Darnold signed a three-year, $100.5 million contract with Seattle.

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2:47 AMYahoo Sports — ‘I Was Kinda Bummed’ — Sam Darnold Gets Refreshingly Honest About Seahawks’ Super Bowl Victory vs. Patriots

What they're saying

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Heading into the 2025 NFL season, there was some doubt as to whether Sam Darnold could maintain the momentum built in 2024. After all, he had only been successful as a member of the Minnesota Vikings, operating in a quarterback-friendly offense coached by Kevin O’Connell.
— Yahoo Sports

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