Sam Darnold

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/sam-darnold

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Sam Darnold born?June 5, 1997
2. Where was Sam Darnold born?San Clemente, California
3. What is Sam Darnold known for?Led Minnesota Vikings to playoffs, earned Pro Bowl honors
4. What is the college?University of Southern California (USC)
5. What is the NFL draft?Selected 3rd overall in 2018 by the New York Jets
6. Who is Sam Darnold?Sam Darnold is a professional football player who plays quarterback in the NFL. He started his career at USC and has played for several teams.

Quarterback: The offensive player responsible for leading the team, calling plays, and executing passes or handoffs.
NFL Draft: The annual event where National Football League teams select eligible college football players.
Pro Bowl: An annual exhibition game featuring the league's most outstanding players, selected through a combination of fan, player, and coach voting.
Playoffs: A postseason tournament involving the top teams from each conference to determine the league champion.