Skip Bayless criticizes Sam Darnold's rank in ESPN top 100 list
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 10:23 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold landed at the final spot in a recent ESPN preseason ranking of the top 100 NFL players. Skip Bayless publicly questioned the placement, noting Darnold’s role in leading the Seahawks to a Super Bowl LX victory and his 31-7 record as a starter over the past two seasons. While the ranking primarily reflects expectations for the upcoming season rather than previous performance, the position has prompted debate regarding the recognition of Darnold's recent career success. The quarterback previously played for the Minnesota Vikings before joining Seattle. This critique arrives as the Seahawks prepare for their title defense during the 2026 season. Darnold has frequently faced questions regarding his status as a starting quarterback, and supporters argue his recent championship run justifies a higher ranking.
- •Sam Darnold ranked 100th on an ESPN list of the league's top 100 players.
- •Darnold led the Seattle Seahawks to a Super Bowl LX title last season.
- •The quarterback holds a 31-7 record as a starter over the last two years.
- •Skip Bayless expressed disagreement with the ranking on social media.
- 10:23 PMYahoo Sports — Seahawks News: Skip Bayless Calls Out Major Sam Darnold Disrespect
"The Seattle Seahawks are heading into their 2026 title defense with another reason to feel overlooked, as Skip Bayless has called attention to what he views as major disrespect toward Sam Darnold. The veteran quarterback landed at No. 100 in a preseason ranking of the NFL’s top players, a placement that drew criticism considering what […] The post Seahawks News: Skip Bayless Calls Out Major Sam Darnold Disrespect appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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