Seahawks QB Sam Darnold Celebrates Super Bowl Win with Raising Cane's

Darnold partners with popular chicken chain to thank Seattle fans

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold celebrated his team's Super Bowl LX victory over the New England Patriots by working a shift at the new Raising Cane's restaurant in Seattle. Darnold, who led the Seahawks to a 29-13 win, expressed his gratitude to the team's passionate fans and praised Raising Cane's involvement in the community.

Why it matters

Darnold's partnership with Raising Cane's highlights the strong connection between professional athletes and their local fan bases. The event allowed Darnold to personally thank Seattle supporters who have embraced him as the team's star quarterback.

The details

Darnold worked behind the counter at the new Raising Cane's location, which will be the first restaurant for the chain in Seattle. He expressed his love for Cane's food, calling it his "cheat meal on weekends" and saying he enjoys it on road trips. Darnold also praised Raising Cane's community involvement as a key reason he wanted to partner with the company.

  • Raising Cane's new Seattle location will officially open on February 17, 2026.
  • Darnold led the Seahawks to a 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX.

The players

Sam Darnold

The starting quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks, who led the team to victory in Super Bowl LX.

Raising Cane's

A popular fast-food restaurant chain known for its chicken fingers, fries, and signature sauce. The company is opening its first location in Seattle near the University of Washington campus.

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What they’re saying

“It's huge (to be here with Raising Cane's. First of all, I love the food and it is my cheat meal on weekends... but the way they're involved with the community is great. Todd (Graves) and the people with the company do a good job in that realm... that was just another reason that it felt like this opportunity called my name.”

— Sam Darnold, Seahawks Quarterback (Yahoo Sports)

“Being with the fans... that's why we do it. We get to play this game and we get to make a living in the NFL because of the fans. Because of how much everyone cares about football.”

— Sam Darnold, Seahawks Quarterback (Yahoo Sports)

What’s next

Raising Cane's plans to open additional locations in other Washington cities, including Covington, Lynnwood, and Silverdale.

The takeaway

Darnold's partnership with Raising Cane's demonstrates the strong bond between professional athletes and their local fan bases. By personally engaging with supporters, Darnold was able to express his gratitude for the community that has embraced him as the Seahawks' star quarterback.