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.

As the Seahawks introduced Sam Darnold as their new quarterback Thursday, the details of why Geno Smith is now with the Raiders were explained.

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