Sam Darnold Revealed Fiancee, Katie Hoofnagle's Role In His Career As Seahawks Advance To Super Bowl

The Seattle Seahawks played the NFC Championship game against the Los Angeles Rams on January 26, 2026 (ET) to determine whether they would advance to Super Bowl LX. Following the Seahawks' win, they will face the New England Patriots in the final. The team has made it to the Super Bowl three times and won once, defeating the Denver Broncos in the 2013 season. As the team looks to lift the cup for the second time, interest has been sparked regarding its players and their partners. One of the names making the most buzz is Sam Darnold's fianceé. Here's what he said about her.

Who is Sam Darnold's fianceé, Katie Hoofnagle?

Sam Darnold's fiancée, Katie Hoofnagle, is a marketing specialist from the San Francisco Bay Area who works remotely as an account executive in the healthcare technology sector. She reportedly graduated from the University of South Carolina in 2020 with a major in marketing and a minor in nutrition. Before her current role at the tech company, Renvio, she worked in loan management in Charlotte, North Carolina. Her professional flexibility has allowed her to move and support Sam Darnold as he has played for different NFL teams, including the Carolina Panthers, San Francisco 49ers, Minnesota Vikings, and the Seattle Seahawks. Before working as a techie, Katie was a college athlete, excelling as a defensive soccer player for the South Carolina Gamecocks.

Sam Darnold credited Katie Hoofnagle for her support

Sam Darnold has openly credited his fiancée, Katie Hoofnagle, for her unwavering support throughout his NFL career, calling it "unbelievable". He appreciated her role in his life during a March 2025 interview with Us Weekly. The Seahawks quarterback mentioned her athletic background and said that it helped her understand the demands and "grind" of professional sports, a quality which he has praised. Sam Darnold finds comfort in her, who stays by his side silently when he wants to rest or chill amid an intense NFL season. He was quoted as saying:

"The support [from] my girlfriend is unbelievable. The fact that she just understands it. She's a former athlete herself, and just gets kind of the grind of everything. When I just want to chill, she's very up for that, especially during the season."

According to Sam, Katie adapted to his life as an NFL star and became an integral part of it. He called his fianceé his "biggest supporter" and expressed happiness at having her in his life. He shared that he loved her and was grateful for her contribution to his life. Sam shared that he was thankful for Katie Hoofnagle's positive influence in his life and career. Referring to her as a "great" person, Sam told Us Weekly:

"She's great. She's always been my biggest supporter. And I love her, and I thank her for that all the time."

How did Sam Darnold and Katie Hoofnagle's love story start?

Sam Darnold and Katie Hoofnagle's relationship reportedly began in 2023 when he was playing for the San Francisco 49ers as a backup quarterback. While the exact circumstances of the couple's first meeting are not publicly known, it is speculated that they met while she was living in Charlotte, North Carolina, when he played for the Carolina Panthers in 2021 and 2022. On June 5, 2023, Katie made their relationship Instagram official with a birthday tribute to Sam. The post included photos of them spending time together, including solving puzzles over FaceTime and attending a charity event.

Sam Darnold and Katie Hoofnagle's engagement and marriage prospect

Sam Darnold and Katie Hoofnagle are currently engaged. He proposed to her in July 2025, and the couple announced their engagement with an Instagram post captioned, "YES!!!!!". Sam went down on one knee for her on a beach in Dana Point, California and then surprised her with an outdoor dinner celebration with their loved ones. According to a heavy.com report, a wedding isn't on the cards for the couple yet, at least not during the current football season. Fans, however, remain hopeful that Sam and Katie will walk down the aisle in a year or two.

What are your thoughts on Sam Darnold and his fianceé's enduring bond? Let us know.

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