Seahawks face key uncertainty with Sam Darnold ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 10:09 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
The Seattle Seahawks enter the 2026 NFL season with several pressing questions, surrounding quarterback Sam Darnold. Coming off a strong 2025 campaign where he threw for 4,000 yards, Darnold must now navigate a larger workload without Kenneth Walker III and with Zach Charbonnet recovering from a torn ACL. Despite the challenges, rookie RB Jadarian Price could provide similar support. Analysts believe Darnold’s performance will be crucial to the team's success as they defend their Super Bowl title.
- •Seahawks won the Super Bowl last season.
- •Darnold is a two-time Pro Bowler.
- •Walker III's departure and Charbonnet's injury raise concerns.
- •Jadarian Price expected to contribute significantly.
- •Seahawks retain key offensive personnel from last season.
- 10:09 PMYahoo Sports — Is Sam Darnold’s 2026 forecast Seahawks’ biggest question this spring?
"Sam Darnold’s sustained level of excellence may be the Seahawks’ biggest question mark for next season.
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