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Quarterback Sam Darnold might not be the next Patrick Mahomes, but he proved two things last year. The first is that his breakout season with the Vikings in 2024 was not a one-off, and the second was that he can come through when the pressure is highest. The Seahawks wouldn't have beaten the Rams in the NFC Championship Game if he didn't throw for 346 yards and three TDs.

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Darnold proved his breakout was sustainable and performs in clutch moments.

Proved his 2024 Vikings breakout season was not a one-off and demonstrated he can perform under pressure; threw for 346 yards and three TDs in the NFC Championship Game win over the Rams, establishing the Seahawks have a legitimate quarterback capable of winning in high-leverage moments.

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