Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold drew a strong reaction from an NFL analyst in the preseason game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Sam Darnold made his preseason debut for the Seattle Seahawks in Saturday's game against the Kansas City Chiefs. The quarterback joined on a three-year deal worth $100.

Darnold went 4-for-4 for 34 yards, connecting with four different receivers. Fullback Robbie Ouzis caught one for 13 yards, tight end Elijah Arroyo one for 9, wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba one for 7 and tight end AJ Barner one for 5.

Three current or former Seahawks quarterbacks are in position to start this season — Sam Darnold, Geno Smith and Russell Wilson. But which is in the best position to succeed?

The Seahawks’ second preseason game of 2025 against the Kansas City Chiefs on Friday saw Darnold take the field. Although in a limited capacity, the passer completed all four of his passes and recorded 34 yards. After the matchup, he shared his excitement about coming to a new franchise and showing up in front of a large crowd in Seattle.

Sam Darnold just signed a three-year, $110 million deal with the Seattle Seahawks, and honestly? I’m not sure whether to laugh or cry for the guy. After watching him transform from a Jets punching bag to a Minnesota miracle worker,