Showing steady improvement since his infamous "ghost" game last month, the New York Jets quarterback delivered arguably the best performance of his young career in Sunday's 34-17 win against the Washington Redskins at FedEx Field. Darnold threw a career-high four touchdowns, including three in the first half, to give the Jets (3-7) a much-needed laugher.
The Jets played their best all-around game, but the big story was Darnold, whose confidence seemed shattered only a few weeks ago. Instead of tanking after seven interceptions in back-to-back losses to the New England Patriots and Jacksonville Jaguars, he rallied by displaying the mental toughness required for long-term success in the NFL.
The Jets played their best all-around game, but the big story was Darnold, whose confidence seemed shattered only a few weeks ago. Instead of tanking after seven interceptions in back-to-back losses to the New England Patriots and Jacksonville Jaguars, he rallied by displaying the mental toughness required for long-term success in the NFL.
