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In a Week 6 overtime loss to the Denver Broncos, Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold finished with 27 completions on 51 attempts for 278 passing yards, zero touchdowns, and two interceptions. He also contributed on the ground with two carries for 19 yards.
The performance underscored a broader issue: Darnold has not performed at an adequate level this season, both in real NFL terms and for fantasy football purposes. Since coming back from an injury, the USC product has guided Seattle to a 1-3 record while throwing seven interceptions. Over the past three games alone, he has managed just three touchdown passes against five picks.
Key Analysis
With a mini bye ahead before a Week 7 matchup against the undefeated Kansas City Chiefs, the Seahawks will need to find a way to get back on track. Darnold began the 2026 campaign as a fringe QB2, and his fantasy stock has not improved. For those in need of a reserve quarterback, exploring other options and sending Darnold to the waiver wire is a justifiable move.
Originally reported by usatoday.