The quarterback room of the Seattle Seahawks is already abuzz with the 2025 season on the horizon. And Sam Darnold is in the crosshairs. Having put together a stellar playoff resume last season with the Minnesota Vikings , Darnold arrives in Seattle with hopes high but scrutiny even higher. Head coach Mike Macdonald, who boasts a no-nonsense, detail-oriented style, fielded the maelstrom of questions in June regarding Sam. “No, you guys are crazy. I respect that you’ve got to ask it. But it’s just a crazy question. It’s just not going to happen. Sam’s our starting quarterback.” The comment is reassuring. But the dynamics of a new offense. A changing coaching staff and an emerging competition in the quarterback room mean Darnold’s play will ultimately determine his place under
Sam Darnold’s Job at Stake as Mike Macdonald Hints at Exclusive Plan Seattle’s quarterback room heats up as Sam Darnold faces scrutiny, with Mike Macdonald hinting at strategic plans for the season. S

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