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Darnold's quick release was a theme of the game, especially in the first half. He averaged 2.45 seconds to throw, the third-fastest time of his career according to NFL Next Gen Stats. He completed 13 of 14 passes when throwing in 2.5 seconds or less.
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Darnold's 2.45-second release (career third-fastest) fueled Seattle's third-down success.

Seahawks quarterback whose quick release and efficient passing were key to Seattle's third-down success against Kansas City. Darnold averaged 2.45 seconds to throw, the third-fastest time of his career according to NFL Next Gen Stats, and completed 13 of 14 passes when throwing in 2.5 seconds or less. He targeted L'Jarius Sneed regardless of matchup on third downs and exploited the Chiefs' man coverage vulnerabilities over the middle.

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