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Seahawks QB Sam Darnold Engaged to Marketing Specialist

1/26/2026

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Sam Darnold, the Seattle Seahawks quarterback, is engaged to Katie Hoofnagle, a San Francisco Bay Area marketing specialist.
Their relationship drew attention after Darnold's impressive performance in the NFL championship game.
They announced the engagement in July 2025, shortly after Darnold joined the Seahawks.
Hoofnagle has become a fan favorite, attending games and sharing messages about Darnold on social media.

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Story summary

Sam Darnold, the Seattle Seahawks quarterback, is engaged to Katie Hoofnagle, a San Francisco Bay Area marketing specialist.
Their relationship drew attention after Darnold's impressive performance in the NFL championship game.
They announced the engagement in July 2025, shortly after Darnold joined the Seahawks.
Hoofnagle has become a fan favorite, attending games and sharing messages about Darnold on social media.