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Sam Darnold

Sam Darnold is the quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers. On 2026-10-11, coach Kyle Shanahan announced that Darnold was out of the starting lineup and that Ernest Jones IV would take over quarterback duties.

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What to know

  • A 49ers linebacker was ejected after head‑butting a Seahawks player during the 49ers‑Seahawks game. Oct 12
  • Tom Brady defended the hit, prompting swift backlash from Seahawks fans who felt he was biased. Oct 12
  • Dre Greenlaw intercepted a pass, a key moment that clinched the 49ers’ win over the Seahawks. Oct 11
  • Quarterback Sam Darnold managed the offense effectively throughout the game. Oct 11
  • Coach Kyle Shanahan said Sam Darnold is out of the starting lineup. Oct 11

Timeline

  1. Oct 12, 2026
  2. Oct 11, 2026
  3. Oct 11, 2026