Once the Seattle Seahawks traded quarterback Geno Smith, Sam Darnold saw his opening. The Seahawks introduced Darnold on Thursday after he signed a three-year deal he agreed to earlier in the week.

For me to have another opportunity to go and chase my dreams... the pieces are in place and I had to take my opportunity.”

A day of celebration for the Seattle Seahawks as they introduced Sam Darnold as their new quarterback turned into a day of explanation about the events that led to his arrival.