Sam Darnold: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Samuel Richard Darnold, born on June 5, 1997, is an American football quarterback currently playing for the San Francisco 49ers in the National Football League (NFL).

He played college football at the University of Southern California and was selected third overall by the New York Jets in the 2018 NFL Draft.

At age 21, he was the NFL’s youngest opening-day starting quarterback since the AFL–NFL merger. After three seasons with the Jets and two with the Carolina Panthers, Darnold joined the 49ers.

Here you can follow Sam Darnold’s net worth, salary, career earnings, contract, stats, relationship status, and more.

About Sam Darnold

Born in Dana Point, California, Sam Darnold grew up in a family with a strong sports background. His father, Mike, and grandfather both played college football, while his mother is a physical education teacher. His sister, Franki, played college volleyball at the University of Rhode Island.

Darnold attended San Clemente High School in San Clemente, California, where he played football and basketball.

He excelled in both sports, earning the title of South Coast League Most Valuable Player twice in basketball and breaking the school record for the most touchdown passes in a game in football.

College Career

Darnold’s college career began at the University of Southern California (USC), where he redshirted his freshman year.

In his second year, he became the starting quarterback and led the Trojans to a successful season, setting the school record for most passing touchdowns by a freshman with 26.

He appeared in 27 games (24 starts) and completed 549 of 846 passing attempts (64.9%) for 7,229 yards and 57 touchdowns during his three years at USC.

NFL Career

Darnold was drafted third overall by the New York Jets in the 2018 NFL Draft. He played for the Jets from 2018 to 2020, then moved to the Carolina Panthers for the 2021 and 2022 seasons.

In 2023, he joined the San Francisco 49ers. Throughout his five-year NFL career, he has appeared in 56 games (55 starts) and completed 1,054 of 1,765 passing attempts (59.7%) for 11,767 yards, 61 touchdowns, and a passer rating of 78.2.

He also has 188 carries for 745 yards and 12 touchdowns on the ground.

Sam Darnold’s Net Worth

As of 2024, Sam Darnold’s net worth is approximately $30 million.

Darnold has earned $53,865,708 in Career Earnings over 6 seasons in his NFL career. The quarterback’s prime sources of earnings are his NFL salaries and endorsements.

Contract and Salary

In 2018, Darnold signed a four-year contract with the Jets worth $30.25 million, which included a $20 million signing bonus.

His one-year contract with the 49ers is worth $4.5 million. The contract came with a total guarantee of $3.5 million and a signing bonus of $1.5 million.

Career Earnings

This totals $53,865,708 over six seasons.

Personal Details

Full Name	Samuel Richard Darnold
Nickname	Sam
Birth Date	June 5, 1997
Height	6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Birthplace	Dana Point, California, U.S.
Nationality	American
Current Net Worth	$30 Million
Relationship Status	Unknown
Ex-Girlfriend	Claire Kirksey
Instagram Profile	samdarnold

Ex-Girlfriend

Darnold has had a couple of notable relationships in the past. He was previously in a long-term relationship with Claire Kirksey, whom he met while he was a student at the University of Southern California in 2016

However, they decided to end their relationship in 2021 after being together for six years.

How Old is Sam Darnold?

Sam Darnold is 26 years old.

How tall is he?

He is 6 feet 3 inches tall.

What is his nationality?

He is American.

NFL Career Statistics

Year	Team	Games	Attempts	Completions	Completion %	Yards	Average	Longest	Touchdowns	Interceptions	First Downs	First Down %	20+ Yards	Sacks	Sack Yards	Rating
2018	New York Jets	13	414	239	57.7	2865	6.9	76	17	15	130	31.4	40	30	204	77.6
2019	New York Jets	13	441	273	61.9	3024	6.9	92	19	13	147	33.3	40	33	212	84.3
2020	New York Jets	12	364	217	59.6	2208	6.1	69	9	11	109	30	27	35	234	72.7
2021	Carolina Panthers	12	406	243	59.8	2527	6.2	63	9	13	123	30.3	30	35	204	71.9
2022	Carolina Panthers	6	140	82	58.6	1143	8.2	52	7	3	57	40.7	17	10	78	92.6
2023	San Francisco 49ers	5	3	2	66.7	7	2.3	6	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	39.6
Total	–	59	1765	1054	59.7	11767	6.7	92	61	55	566	32.1	154	143	932	78.2

FAQs About Sam Darnold

What is Sam Darnold’s Net Worth?

His estimated net worth is $30 million.

When and where was he born?

He was born on June 5, 1997, in Dana Point, California, U.S.

Which teams has he played for in the NFL?

Darnold has played for the New York Jets, Carolina Panthers, and San Francisco 49ers in the NFL.

Wrapping Up: Sam Darnold’s Net Worth

Sam Darnold has significantly impacted the NFL since his debut in 2018. Despite facing challenges and team changes, he has consistently demonstrated his skills and commitment to the sport. He has accumulated a net worth of $30 million.