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Sam Darnold

Height 6'3" Weight 221
DOB Jun 4, 1997 Age 27.8
College USC
Drafted 2018 1.03 Exp 7

ADP

215.33 -83.5

Overall

152.5

40-time
Vertical

4.85s
26.50"

Broad Jump
Shuttle
Cone

105.0"
4.40s
6.96s

Sam Darnold Stats

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2018NYJ1381099.623941428651715304413812
2019NYJ1385399.5273441302419134336223
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2022CAR5318100.0771251100718207422
2023SF16696.9122010811314-400
2024MIN16104599.334350441533512466420214
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We start breaking down our first post-draft 2QB/Superflex Mock.

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We look at the winners and losers from day two.

NFL Draft Dynasty Fantasy Football: Day One Recap

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We cover a busy day one of the 2021 NFL Draft.

NFL Draft Dynasty Fantasy Football Day One Winners and Losers: Veteran Edition

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We cover the initial winners and losers from day one of the NFL Draft.

Draft Flippers: The Dynasty Impact of Miami turning the Draft Upside Down

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We break down the signing of Corey Davis by the Jets

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We examine the teams with holes to fill or looking for upgrades in free agency, and the players available.

2021 Dynasty Capsule: New York Jets

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Do the New York Jets have any dynasty assets worth acquiring?

2021 Dynasty Quarterback Safety Rankings

Jan 21, 2021 · Ryan McDowell

What does the quarterback landscape look like around the NFL? Which QBs are the safest or most risky?

Twitter Observations: The Impact of Coaching Changes

Jan 16, 2021 · Michael Moore

We pick out some relevant dynasty tweets this week, focusing on some coaching changes.

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Sam Darnold News

  • Sam Darnold signs with Seattle · Mar 10, 2025

    The Seahawks have signed quarterback Sam Darnold.

    The deal is for three years and over $100 million with $55 million guaranteed. It's a big deal for a quarterback with one year of elite-level performance, but Seattle clearly believes he's turned the corner. It's fair to wonder just what he'll be able to post stats-wise with DK Metcalf in Pittsburgh and Tyler Lockett now a free agent. At least he'll have Jaxon Smith-Njigba to throw to. Darnold looks more like a QB2 than QB1, but let's see what the roster looks like in a month or two as Seattle still has money to burn.

  • Sam Darnold targeted by Seattle · Mar 8, 2025

    The Seahawks are reportedly targeting Sam Darnold to replace Geno Smith.

    The Seahawks got a third round pick from Las Vegas in exchange for Smith and are now apparently looking ahead to the future. Darnold could be a relatively cheap option on a three-year deal as he clearly proved he's capable of running an NFL offense last season. Still, this could be a pretty big risk as he's only really had one good season in his NFL career. Regardless, Darnold is going to be an NFL starter next season in Seattle or elsewhere and has the ceiling of a QB1. Stay tuned as his future is in clear flux.

  • Sam Darnold avoids the franchise tag · Mar 4, 2025

    Quarterback Sam Darnold avoided the franchise tag from Minnesota and will become a free agent.

    This always looked like the most likely scenario. Still, the Vikings are risking him finding greener pastures elsewhere after he proved he can (and should) be a starter in the NFL last season. After posting 4,319 passing yards with 35 touchdowns and 12 interceptions, Darnold will have a market with teams like Pittsburgh, Las Vegas, the Giants, and maybe even the Jets interested in his services. The Vikings are also working hard to get him back into the fold as well. Darnold should be a QB2 next season at worst and the best scenario for dynasty managers is honestly to see him move on instead of being threatened by JJ McCarthy in Minnesota.

  • Sam Darnold likely hitting free agency · Feb 23, 2025

    Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold is likely to hit free agency.

    This really isn't much of a surprise. The Vikings have JJ McCarthy as their quarterback of the future and invested a lot in him. Darnold was a revelation for most of the season but faded just a touch in the last few games. While he could be back in Minnesota, it seems likely he'll land some kind of a deal elsewhere, like Las Vegas or New York. Regardless, he's certainly proved capable of being a starter and should be a solid QB2 at worst for the next few years. His dynasty value has certainly been rehabilitiated.

  • Sam Darnold linked to the Raiders · Feb 5, 2025

    Soon-to-be free agent quarterback Sam Darnold has been linked to the Raiders.

    This isn't the first time we've seen Darnold's name floated as a possibility for Las Vegas and likely won't be the last. It makes a lot of sense after the Raiders failed to hit on either Gardner Minshew or Aidan O'Connell last year and are in dire need of a new signal caller. In addition, they are likely out of range when it comes to drafting a franchise quarterback as their pick currently sits at #6 overall. Darnold is looking to cash in for the first time in his career after a spectacular season in Minnesota. While not a truly elite player in fantasy or reality, Darnold really did prove to be a capable starter and would be a huge upgrade in Las Vegas. Regardless, Darnold looks like a player who should be a starter and a fringe QB1 next season.

  • Sam Darnold cooking · Dec 23, 2024

    Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold completed 22-of-35 passes for 246 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions in a win against Seattle.

    With a whopping 15 touchdowns and just one interception in his past six games, Darnold is clearly making Minnesota think about what they need to do moving forward at the position. JJ McCarthy is waiting in the wings, but it's hard to imagine him doing anything close to what Darnold has done this season. Regardless, a quarterback who is likely going to throw for more than 4,000 yards and upwards of 35 touchdowns is going to be starting somewhere soon. The Jets have to be kicking themselves at this point.

  • Sam Darnold has career day · Dec 9, 2024

    Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold completed 22-of-28 passes for 347 yards with five touchdowns and no interceptions in a win against Atlanta.

    Darnold may not be the starter in Minnesota next season, but a player who has already posted 3,299 passing yards, 28 touchdowns and just ten interceptions through just 13 games likely won't have a hard time finding another team willing to commit to him. Darnold has had some rough spots here and there this season, but Minnesota has to be thrilled with what he's done. At this point, his dynasty value is stable, but it would increase quickly should a team sign him to start for them for longer than one season this off-season.

  • Sam Darnold cooling off · Nov 10, 2024

    Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold completed 24-of-38 passes for 241 yards with no touchdowns and three interceptions in a win against Jacksonville.

    Darnold was white hot at the beginning of the season but has just three touchdowns and five interceptions the past two weeks. To make things worse, Darnold's interceptions were all deep inside Jags territory and those red zone turnovers were nearly killers for the Vikings. He'll remain a QB2 moving forward as he essentially auditions for other teams this season with JJ McCarthy waiting in the wings.

  • Sam Darnold proves to be mortal · Oct 6, 2024

    Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold completed just 14-of-31 passes for 179 yards with no touchdowns and an interception in the Vikings win against the Jets.

    Darnold did what he could after losing Aaron Jones to a hip injury, but this was by far his worst game of the season. Amazingly, Darnold still sits on top of the world after five weeks with 11 touchdowns and five interceptions on the season. While he may not be completely matchup proof, he'll remain a solid QB1 option moving forward.

  • Sam Darnold does it again · Sep 29, 2024

    Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold completed 20-of-28 passes for 275 yards with three touchdowns and one interception in a win against the Packers.

    With 11 touchdowns, three interceptions, and 932 passing yards through four games this year, Darnold has been one of the biggest stories of the season in fantasy and reality. With JJ McCarthy out for the year, Darnold has taken his latest opportunity and proven he's capable of being a very good starting quarterback in the league. The Vikings are going to have decisions to make down the road, but Darnold is looking like a bona fide QB1 in dynasty leagues for the moment - just accept it.

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  • 4 Things To Know About Seahawks New Quarterback Sam Darnold
    Mar 17, 2025 · Seahawks.com (Team Site)
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  • Horse Tracks: After free agency, Broncos offseason chugs along
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  • Sam Darnold: Contract allows both sides to move on after one year
    Mar 16, 2025 · FantasyPros (Fantasy News)
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  • Sam Darnold Dynasty Value

    Sam Darnold Fantasy Rankings

    Rank Ranker Date
    137 Rob Willette 03/21
    139 Patrick Martin 03/19
    Average 152.5
    154 Ryan McDowell 03/19
    155 Richard Cooling 03/14
    158 Pete Lawrence 03/17
    172 Matt Thornton 03/16

    Trades Involving Sam Darnold

    Duo of One traded:
    QB Sam Darnold, SEA
    3.04 draft pick

    Doggibone traded:
    RB James Cook, BUF

    SafeLeagues Dynasty 248 - Deluxe (SF/TE), 2025-03-22

    E traded:
    QB Trevor Lawrence, JAC
    WR Christian Watson, GB

    TroublemakersP traded:
    QB Sam Darnold, SEA
    WR Josh Downs, IND
    WR Chris Godwin, TB

    SafeLeagues Dynasty CC 18, 2025-03-21

    RAVENS FLOCK traded:
    QB Sam Darnold, SEA

    TITSBURGH FEELERS traded:
    2026 R1 draft pick, RB Audric Estime, DEN

    Total Destruction Dynasty League, 2025-03-21

    Slip Knott traded:
    3.09 draft pick

    Nuclear Panda Power traded:
    QB Sam Darnold, SEA

    Apex Rookie Deep Dynasty 275, 2025-03-21

    DTM Doing the Most traded:
    QB Sam Darnold, SEA

    Sweet and Good Football Boys traded:
    3.01 draft pick

    The Dynasty League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, 2025-03-21

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