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Veterans Boost NFL Teams
Veterans like Sam Darnold help teams reach Super Bowls.
In brief
Veterans like Sam Darnold help teams reach Super Bowls. Seattle Seahawks signed Sam Darnold to a $100.5 million contract after trading Geno Smith, leading to a Super Bowl LX win. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
Seattle Seahawks Pivot
The Seahawks signed Sam Darnold to a three-year, $100.5 million contract after Geno Smith's trade to the Las Vegas Raiders in March 2025.
Darnold's Super Bowl Success
Darnold earned a Pro Bowl selection and led the Seahawks to a Super Bowl LX win with a 14-3 record and 31-27 victory over the Los Angeles Rams.
Kenneth Walker III
The Chiefs signed Kenneth Walker III to a three-year, $43.05 million contract with $28.7 million fully guaranteed.
Walker's Stats
Walker leads the NFL in rushing yards and yards from scrimmage with 537 and 621, respectively, and averages 6.2 yards per carry.
Kirk Cousins
The Raiders signed Kirk Cousins to a fully guaranteed one-year, $11.3 million deal to serve as a placeholder quarterback.
Cousins' Performance
Cousins threw for 1,026 yards with 11 touchdowns and four interceptions in his first four games.
Trent McDuffie
The Rams acquired Trent McDuffie from the Chiefs for a 2026 first-round pick and a 2026 fifth-round pick.
McDuffie's Impact
McDuffie has a 21.1 passer rating with opposing quarterbacks completing only 27.8% of passes when targeting him.
Dexter Lawrence
The Bengals signed Dexter Lawrence to a one-year, $28 million extension to anchor their run defense.
Deebo Samuel
The 49ers signed Deebo Samuel to a one-year, $4.1 million deal after a trade request with the Washington Commanders.
Isaiah Likely
The Giants signed Isaiah Likely to a three-year, $40 million deal with $26 million in guarantees.
Kalif Raymond
The Bears signed Kalif Raymond to a one-year, $3.5 million contract to compete for the third wide receiver job.
At a glance
Seattle Seahawks signed Sam Darnold to a $100.5 million contract after trading Geno Smith, leading to a Super Bowl LX win.
