Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold faces a difficult challenge in Week 6 as the he looks to deliver a productive fantasy football performance against the Denver Broncos. Recent turnover issues have raised concerns about his reliability, making him a risky option for fantasy managers.
Sports Illustrated’s Michael Fabiano ranked Darnold No. 20 overall in his fantasy football quarterback rankings heading into Week 6, placing him outside the top tier of expected fantasy starters. A challenging matchup against Denver further complicates his outlook as managers evaluate their starting lineups.
On the season, Darnold has recorded 755 passing yards, seven touchdown passes and five interceptions. He completed 18 of 29 passes for 195 yards, one touchdown and two
interceptions in Seattle’s 32-29 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in Week 5. His interception troubles have become a concern, with five interceptions over his last three games. Improving his ball security will be essential if he hopes to exceed expectations.
The Broncos have allowed 1,102 passing yards and seven passing touchdowns to opponents this season while intercepting five passes. Opposing quarterbacks have completed 57.6% of their passes against Denver, presenting another obstacle for Darnold. His ability to protect the football and capitalize on scoring opportunities may determine whether he delivers meaningful fantasy value in Week 6. His outlook beyond that remains uncertain despite showing flashes of greatness this season.
This article originally appeared on Seahawks Wire: Seahawks QB Sam Darnold may not raise fantasy profile in Week 6
