The Seattle Seahawks have signed free agent quarterback Sam Darnold to replace Geno Smith after trading him to the Las Vegas Raiders.

As we stand on the precipice of NFL Free Agency, with the tampering period officially opening, it is alarming how much has already changed in 2025. Since I first released my way-too-early projections back in February we've seen Deebo Samuel traded to the Washington Commanders,

A look at what the Seattle Seahawks' reported addition of Sam Darnold after trading Geno Smith means on paper.

While there was some initial thought Seattle could hit the reset button, it became apparent they were not making those moves with a rebuild in mind. Instead, they were quickly linked to Sam Darnold as the top suitor to give him the contract he was seeking after a career year in Minnesota,

NFL offseason has already brought a tizzy of blockbuster moves. Monday marked the start of the free agent negotiating period, when all 32 teams could begin discussing prospective contracts with impending free agents.