**Sam Darnold Poised for Breakout Season with Seahawks in 2025**
Sam Darnold is coming off the best season of his NFL career, and a Seattle Seahawks legend believes he can elevate his game even further in 2025. Last year, Darnold threw for 4,319 yards and 35 touchdowns, leading the Minnesota Vikings to a 14-3 record. Now, after joining the Seahawks in free agency, he faces the challenge of proving himself once again with a new team.
Expectations are high for Darnold, and Shaun Alexander, the iconic Seahawks running back and 2005 league MVP, is optimistic about his potential this season. “I think he’s going to be better this year than he was last year with us, and I think they got the right offensive coordinator for him,” Alexander shared after participating in USAA’s “Salute to Service NFL Boot Camp.” He noted that the system appears to be well-suited for Darnold, and he has been impressed by the team’s performance in practice.
Darnold will reunite with Klint Kubiak, who was the offensive coordinator for the New Orleans Saints last season. The two previously worked together in 2023 with the San Francisco 49ers, where Kubiak was the pass game coordinator and Darnold served as a backup.
The Seahawks are undergoing a significant transformation, particularly at the wide receiver position, following the trade of DK Metcalf to the Pittsburgh Steelers. With the emergence of Jaxon Smith-Njigba last season, the team has brought in Cooper Kupp, a move that Alexander supports. Coupled with a strong backfield duo of Kenneth Walker and Zach Charbonnet, Alexander is bold in his predictions for the Seahawks’ success. “I’m still thinking that it’s Seahawks 17-0,” he joked, while realistically projecting an 11-6 record that could secure a playoff spot.
Alexander believes the Seahawks will be a formidable team, especially at home. “Both Kenneth and Charbonnet healthy, that’s a good duo. I like how they’re using Sam in the offense. They’re coming up with their scheme that does what he does best. Their secondary is wonderful, and when the D-line starts making plays, it’s going to be hard to beat them.”
Darnold and the Seahawks will kick off their 2025 season with a challenging NFC West matchup against the 49ers on September 7, marking a significant moment as he faces his former team in front of the passionate Seahawks fans known as “The 12s.”
**FAQ**
*What are the expectations for Sam Darnold in the 2025 season?*
Expectations are high for Sam Darnold as he joins the Seahawks, with many believing he has the potential to surpass his impressive performance from last season.
