Darnold landed the biggest payday of his career, getting a $100 million deal from Seattle, while the Vikings ensured they will have a new starting quarterback for the third consecutive season.

After letting Sam Darnold walk, the Minnesota Vikings have wasted no time putting the financial flexibility created by his exit to use. General manager Kwesi Ad

After questions about what Darnold's market would be in free agency, he signs a deal that includes an AAV of $33.5 million, which ranks No. 18 in the NFL. In Seattle, Darnold also reunites with Klint Kubiak, the new Seahawks offensive coordinator who worked with Darnold during his one season with the San Francisco 49ers .

The Seahawks have their new quarterback. Sam Darnold has agreed to a three-year, $110.5 million deal with the team.

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Sam Darnold, who led the Vikings to a 14-3 record last season, agreed to a three-year, $100.5 million deal to take over as the starting quarterback for the Seahawks, who traded starter Geno Smith to the Raiders last weekend.

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

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. The contract is worth $100.

When Sam Darnold saw the Seattle Seahawks make the decision to move on from Geno Smith last week, he quickly thought he would be a great landing spot for him after a career year in Minnesota with the Vikings.