Sam Darnold’s 2025 was one for the ages. The quarterback signed a three-year, $100.5 million contract with the Seattle Seahawks in March and got engaged to his longtime girlfriend, Katie Hoofnagle, three months later. He capped off his first season with the team by winning a Super Bowl.
The quarterback shone in 2024 with the Minnesota Vikings. However, the franchise prioritized JJ McCarthy’s development and decided not to re-sign the veteran. Darnold proved his former team wrong by leading the Seahawks to glory and completing 323-of-477 passes for 4,048 yards and 25 touchdowns. His efforts earned him his second Pro Bowl nod.
Darnold and Hoofnagletied the knot on April 3 in Rancho Santa Fe, California. Some of the biggest names in the NFL attended, including Josh Allen and his wife, Hailee Steinfeld, and Christian McCaffrey and his spouse, Olivia Culpo.
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) reacts during the Super Bowl LX parade.
Sam Darnold’s Wife Shines in Super Bowl Ring Ceremony
Katie accompanied her husband to Seattle’s Super Bowl Ring Ceremony on Thursday. She looked elegant in a light pastel blue dress that featured a deep V-neckline that plunged down to the waist. The gown had a draped Grecian style with a relaxed, sleeveless bodice and gathered fabric detailing around the shoulders and waist.
The Seahawks posted the clip of the couple posing for pictures on X.
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Seattle made significant moves in the offseason. The team lost reigning Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III, Riq Woolen, Boye Mafe and Coby Bryant in free agency. However, it reloaded with keyveteran additions, including Emanuel Wilson and Noah Igbinoghene. The franchise also re-signed Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Rashid Shaheed, Josh Jobe and Josh Jones.
The Seahawks will aim to repeat as Super Bowl champions, led by Darnold. They will open their season with a Week 1 matchup against the New England Patriots at Lumen Field on Sept. 9.