Sam Darnold finally completed his redemption story on Sunday, leading the Seattle Seahawks to a 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots. However, not everyone celebrated with him.

After the game, Los Angeles Rams wide receiver pukanacua Made a laughing emoji at the quarterback’s accomplishments, as if underestimating the role and abilities of his division rival. That earned him a rebuke from Emmanuel Acho, who said during the postgame episode of the “Speakeasy” podcast:

“You can’t laugh at someone who beats you in the process of getting something you don’t already have.”

He later tweeted this:

“Puka needs to calm down and respect Sam Darnold! Sam Darnold beats Puka and then wins the Super Bowl, what the hell is Puka laughing about?!”

Darnold had a rather lackluster performance, completing just 19 attempts for 202 yards and a touchdown. AJ Barna. However, he did give the eventual game MVP Kenneth Walker III To 161 yards – 27 carries for 135 yards and two passes for 26 yards.

He also set a Super Bowl kicker record with five field goals Jason MyersBecame the first to score at least 200 points in the regular season and playoffs combined.

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Sam Darnold delivers inspiring message after winning Super Bowl LX

In the post-game interview, Sam Darnold This message was delivered:

“I’ve always believed in myself because of my family and friends. It’s that simple. As long as you believe in yourself, anything is possible.”

After being drafted third overall by the New York Jets in 2018, he struggled on a talent-starved team and suffered a lot of ridicule, whether it was because he “saw ghosts” or was sidelined with mononucleosis.

A trade to the Carolina Panthers did not improve his stock as he was replaced as a starter. After backup Brock Purdy In 2023, he was claimed by the Minnesota Vikings and unexpectedly became the starter after a season-ending injury. JJ McCarthy.

Darnold ultimately proved his potential, passing for over 4,000 yards and 30 touchdowns for the first time in his career, leading the team to a 14-3 record. A loss in the wild-card round resulted in him not being retained, but he quickly found his way to the Seahawks, culminating in Sunday’s win.