Sam Darnold opened his postgame press conference following a 17-14 overtime loss to the Broncos with a blunt assessment:

That one sucked.

Both Darnold and Bo Nix face significant challenges this season. Darnold, tied for the league lead with seven interceptions, has not been able to find his rhythm, particularly after a leg injury sidelined him early in the season. Meanwhile, Nix is averaging a dismal 5.6 yards per attempt, the lowest in the NFL, and his 4.9 air yards per attempt mark the lowest for any quarterback in the last 20 seasons.

Key issues affecting both players include:

• Turnovers: Darnold’s critical mistakes, including two turnovers in the latest game, have plagued the Seahawks, who lead the league in turnovers.
• Offensive struggles: The Seahawks rank poorly in rushing success and miss Kenneth Walker III's explosiveness.
• Conservative play-calling: Nix's reluctance to attempt downfield passes has frustrated analysts and fans alike.

Despite both teams being at 3-3 and 4-2, respectively, the high expectations set for them make their current performances disappointing. With a mini-bye approaching, both teams have the opportunity to reassess their strategies and make necessary changes. Darnold needs to improve ball security, while Nix must become more aggressive to elevate their offenses. Without significant changes, both quarterbacks risk continuing down a challenging path this season.