Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold recently added two significant achievements to his personal and professional life in 2026. The team secured their first Super Bowl title since 2014 by defeating the Patriots 29-13 in Super Bowl 60. Less than two months later, Darnold married Katie Hoofnagle in a ceremony at the Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa in Rancho Santa Fe.
As the Seahawks prepared to face the Patriots again in the NFL’s season opener, Katie Darnold shared a tribute to her husband on Instagram. The post included numerous photos from their wedding, captioned with "in every lifetime, you & me." The couple made their relationship public in April 2023 and announced their engagement in July 2025.
Darnold, who previously played for the USC Trojans, is expected to be in his wife’s suite for the Seahawks' opening game against the Patriots. The upcoming season presents a challenge for the Seahawks as they compete in the NFC West, considered the NFL's most competitive division. The team will need to navigate a demanding regular-season schedule to secure a favorable playoff position. However, with Darnold at quarterback, the Seahawks are optimistic about their prospects.
