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ArticleSeahawks vs. Commanders: Seattle loses Sam Darnold’s first game back
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It took one minute and six seconds for Sam Darnold to bounce back. After Darnold surrendered a potentially back-breaking pick-six, he immediately answered by completing five consecutive passes on a 68-yard march, culminating in a 7-yard touchdown to Cooper Kupp.

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Darnold bounced back quickly with TD drive; 29 wins in 2 years most in NFL

Despite the interceptions, Darnold demonstrated resilience and efficiency in his return. He led a 68-yard touchdown drive in just 1:06 after the pick-six, completing five consecutive passes to Cooper Kupp for a 7-yard TD. Over his last two years, Darnold has led nine fourth-quarter comeback wins and five game-winning drives, winning 29 games—the most in the NFL since 2024—establishing him as a clutch performer despite Sunday's loss.

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