Sam Darnold, QB Seahawks | Dynasty Ranking & Value

Sam Darnold carries a 80.0 dynasty score, ranking 19 at QB. Darnold’s 4,048 passing yards and 25 touchdowns in 2025 indicate a high-production trajectory, but his 14 interceptions and 44th percentile efficiency grade suggest room for improvement. At age 28 with two years remaining on his contract, Darnold’s ceiling and floor are tied to his ability to limit turnovers and optimize play-action opportunities effectively.

Darnold’s 2025 stat line of 4,048 passing yards and 25 touchdowns suggests a continued high level of production, but his 14 interceptions and 44th percentile efficiency grade indicate room for improvement. According to the Verdict grades, Darnold’s production is at the 72nd percentile, while his efficiency is at the 44th percentile, indicating a significant gap between his production and efficiency. With two years remaining on his contract, Darnold’s role security is strong, but his ability to limit turnovers will be essential in determining his ceiling.

No injury entries in 2025, but Darnold’s 86th percentile Verdict durability grade percentile and 28-year-old age profile suggest a moderate risk of injury.

Darnold’s snap share percentage was stable at 97.6% in 2025, indicating a consistent opportunity for production. With the new OC Brian Fleury and the west-coast scheme, Darnold’s role is secure, but he will need to adapt to the new scheme to optimize his opportunities.

Brian Fleury coordinates a west-coast offense with a 53.0% shotgun rate and 42.6% 11 personnel usage, which should help Darnold’s play-action opportunities and efficiency. However, a higher blitz frequency may limit Darnold’s ceiling.

Declining The 28-year-old quarterback’s Verdict trend is declining, largely due to his 44th percentile efficiency grade and 72nd percentile production grade, which indicate a trade-off between production and efficiency.

Ceiling: QB1-QB3, requiring Darnold to limit turnovers and optimize play-action opportunities. Floor: QB5-QB7, indicating a lower-tier finish range if Darnold’s production declines or he loses the starting job.