Do Seattle's retro uniforms spark Sam Darnold?

RC Nazemi

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Do Seattle’s throwback jerseys ignite Sam Darnold? image

TL;DR

  • Seattle Seahawks have an 8-3 start, exceeding low expectations with a new coach and QB.
  • Sam Darnold is performing exceptionally, especially in the team's retro-style jerseys.
  • Jaxson Smith-Njigba is having a premier wide receiver season for the Seahawks.
  • Mike Macdonald is a strong candidate for coach of the year.

The Seattle Seahawks have emerged as one of the league's most compelling narratives this season. Entering the year, expectations were tempered, with a second-year head coach, a quarterback whose career had been inconsistent, and numerous roster weaknesses anticipated. 

The Seahawks responded to the noise, or lack thereof, and have rattled off an 8-3 start.

Sam Darnold is performing like a top-tier quarterback in the league, Jaxson Smith-Njigba is undeniably the premier wide receiver in football this season, and head coach Mike Macdonald is being considered for coach of the year. 

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Last year, Sam Darnold also had an outstanding season for the Minnesota Vikings, though he faltered in the postseason. This year, when he competes against his previous squad, his clothing choice could potentially help him succeed.

Darnold has performed exceptionally well while wearing Seattle's retro-style jerseys.

Seattle's throwback uniforms are among the most striking in the NFL. It's unlikely any football enthusiast would dispute this. The team's announcement regarding their reintroduction was met with widespread approval. 

Having observed the team's performance with the gear on, it appears Sam Darnold is their biggest fan. 

When the team dons those throwback uniforms, Sam Darnold has performed exceptionally. Across two contests this year in the special jerseys, Darnold has passed for 671 yards and 8 touchdowns, completing 49 out of 58 attempts (84%).

I'm confident Darnold will be eager to demonstrate to his previous team what they've overlooked, and with the throwback uniforms, he could deliver a memorable, career-defining game. 

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