### Veteran QBs Darnold and Stafford Showcase Mixed Performances

Veteran quarterback Sam Darnold is energizing the offense with his robust performances. Across six starts, Darnold has thrown for 1,370 yards and achieved 12 touchdowns, boasting a completion rate of 66.5% on 109 of 164 passing attempts. He has accumulated five interceptions, resulting in a commendable passer rating of 104. In a recent loss to the Lions, Darnold completed 22 of 27 passes for 259 yards, recording one touchdown and one interception. His outing against Green Bay on September 29 was notable, as he completed 20 of 28 passes, amassing 275 yards and three touchdowns with a single interception, leading to a close 31-29 victory.

Darnold’s primary target, wide receiver Justin Jefferson, continues to impress in the passing game. Jefferson has made 33 receptions, totaling 531 yards at an average of 16.1 yards per catch. His stat line includes five touchdowns and nine plays exceeding 20 yards—with a standout reception of 97 yards. Jefferson has also racked up 170 yards after catches, contributing to 19 first-downs. In the game against Detroit, Jefferson made seven catches for 81 yards, averaging 11.6 yards per catch, and scored a touchdown.

Meanwhile, quarterback Matthew Stafford has had a decent season, completing 66.7% of his passes for 1,392 yards and three touchdowns. However, Stafford’s performance has been marred by four interceptions and a passer rating of 83.6. His game against the Lions on September 8 saw him complete 34 of 49 passes over 317 yards and one touchdown, alongside one interception, culminating in a 26-20 overtime loss. Similarly, in a game against Green Bay on October 6, Stafford managed 29 of 45 passes for 260 yards, one touchdown, and one interception in a 24-19 defeat.

Running back Kyren Williams has also been notable with a solid start to his season. Over six games, Williams has carried the ball 116 times for 436 yards, averaging 3.8 yards per carry, and securing eight touchdowns. His longest rush of the season has been 30 yards, leading to 34 first-down conversions. Against Green Bay, Williams ran 22 times for 102 yards and one touchdown, and in the recent game against Las Vegas, he carried 21 times for 76 yards and two touchdowns.

Overall, both teams have seen mixed fortunes, with standout individual performances giving hope for better outcomes in upcoming games.