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Super Bowl Winning Quarterback Sam Darnold LOST Money After Playing In The Super Bowl Due To California’s Insane Tax Laws

Seattle Seahawks quarterback in uniform holding the Super Bowl trophy on the field with confetti falling, with tax forms and financial documents visible on a sideline table, representing Sam Darnold’s financial loss due to California’s jock tax.

Super Bowl Winning Quarterback Sam Darnold LOST Money After Playing In The Super Bowl Due To California’s Insane Tax Laws

February 10, 2026

Although Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold helped his team win Super Bowl LX, California’s aggressive “jock tax” law meant he ended up paying more in taxes than he earned from his winner’s bonus.

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