Sam Darnold's stellar performance, including a perfect first half in a 38-14 win over Washington, has been crucial to Seattle's 6-2 start and positions Darnold as a possible MVP contender.

The Seahawks' dominant Sunday night victory over the Washington Commanders was the perfect example, as Darnold posted arguably the best game of his eight-year career. Darnold completed his first 16 pass attempts and tossed four touchdowns in the first half alone, finishing 21 of 24 for 330 yards.

The 2025 NFL season is now past the halfway point, which means the corresponding fantasy football campaign is rounding into the final turn.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold’s fiancée had a succinct reaction to his stellar Sunday Night Football performance. Katie Hoofnagle shared a post from the Seahawks via her Instagram Story on Sunday,

Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald was "not surprised" by Sam Darnold's four-touchdown performance in the team's win over the Washington Commanders.

Seattle got exceptional performances from their MVP candidate quarterback, their Offensive Player of the Year favorite and an undrafted DB.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold completes a 20-yard pass to wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels throws a 25-yard pass to tight end Zach Ertz. Washington Commanders cornerback Mike Sainristil intercepts Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold.