Has Seahawks QB Sam Darnold Emerged as Early MVP Front-Runner?

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Written By Corbin Smith
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Following an impressive four touchdown performance in defeat, Emerald City Spectrum reporter Corbin Smith breaks down Sam Darnold's sizzling start in his first season with the Seahawks and whether or not he deserves to be on the short list of MVP candidates after five weeks of play in the 2025 season.

Corbin Smith

After teaching and coaching high school football for five years, Smith transitioned into sports reporting in 2017 and spent seven years with Sports Illustrated as a Seahawks beat reporter before launching the Emerald City Spectrum in February 2025. He also has hosted the Locked On Seahawks podcast since 2019.

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