Sam Darnold and Drake Maye were both drafted third overall, but their respective roads to Super Bowl LX couldn't have been more different. As we prepare for a Lombardi Trophy showdown between the Seahawks and Patriots,

Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen have won MVPs. Baker Mayfield went No. 1 overall and has established himself too. But Darnold reached the biggest stage as a starter first. Here's a look at each player's unique ups and downs as a pro.

Sam Darnold's incredible comeback story will take center stage in San Francisco, as the Seahawks quarterback prepares for Super Bowl matchup against the Patriots.

Jefferson is cheering on his former teammate, even if it is tough for him to watch Darnold in the Super Bowl this year.

Former NFL cornerback Aqib Talib has rejected the idea that Sam Darnold belongs among the league’s top 10 quarterbacks, despite reaching the Super Bowl. Aqib Talib addressed Sam Darnold’s standing among NFL quarterbacks while debating whether a Super Bowl appearance should significantly alter perceptions of his career.