From punchline to Super Bowl contender: Why Sam Darnold's resiliency is his ultimate superpower

Sam Darnold's journey in the NFL has taken him from early struggles to the brink of a Super Bowl appearance with the Seattle Seahawks. Drafted third overall by the New York Jets in 2018, Darnold faced numerous challenges, including a notorious "seeing ghosts" moment against the New England Patriots. Despite setbacks with the Jets and later the Carolina Panthers, Darnold's resilience and ability to rebound have been constants throughout his career.

After a stint as a backup with the San Francisco 49ers, Darnold's career saw a resurgence with the Minnesota Vikings when he stepped in following an injury to J.J. McCarthy. However, postseason struggles led to his release, and the Seahawks signed him to a three-year, $100 million contract after trading away Geno Smith.

Under the guidance of Seahawks' offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, who believed in Darnold's potential, he has led the team to the Super Bowl. Darnold's performance, particularly in