Quarterback Sam Darnold revived his career with the Minnesota Vikings last season after serving as Brock Purdy's backup during his lone year with the San Francisco 49ers. Now, he's set to face his former team twice a season.
According to Dianna Russini, the Seattle Seahawks have signed Darnold to a three-year deal, giving the veteran quarterback a chance to prove that last season was no fluke.
Sam Darnold has agreed to terms with the Seahawks, per source.
The top free agent quarterback available, Darnold gets the three-year deal he sought and heads to Seattle after a career year in Minnesota. pic.twitter.com/vESwLKQXV6
— Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) March 10, 2025
Darnold posted the best numbers of his career in 2024, throwing for a personal-best 4,319 yards with 35 touchdowns and 12 interceptions while leading the Vikings to a 14-3 record. ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that his new contract is worth $100.5 million, including $55 million guaranteed.
Update: it's a three-year, $100.5 million deal including $55 million guaranteed. https://t.co/7VOdSRe2hD
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 10, 2025
Seattle recently agreed to trade starting quarterback Geno Smith to the Las Vegas Raiders, fueling speculation that the team would pursue Darnold in free agency.
The New York Jets drafted Darnold (6-3, 225) out of USC with the No. 3 overall pick in 2018. He has completed 61.2 percent of his passes for 16,383 yards, 98 touchdowns, and 68 interceptions over seven NFL seasons.
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