Seahawks news: Cooper Kupp gets notable injury upgrade before Cardinals game

The Seattle Seahawks are set to begin their 2026 NFL season with a 2-0 record against the NFC West rivals Arizona Cardinals this coming Sunday. Wide receiver Cooper Kupp, a key player for the team, has received a notable injury upgrade, allowing him to participate in full capacity for the upcoming game.

Kupp, a 33-year-old veteran, is in his second season with the Seahawks and has provided valuable depth to their wide receiver corps, now led by Jaxon Smith-Njigba. In their recent Super Bowl rematch victory over the New England Patriots at Lumen Field, Kupp showcased his skills with 35 receiving yards on two catches and three targets, including a highlight-reel one-handed catch from a toss by quarterback Drew Lock for a first down.

With two Super Bowl championships under his belt, Kupp signed a lucrative three-year, $45 million contract with the Seahawks in 2025. His performance has demonstrated that he can still contribute meaningfully to the team's passing attack.

Looking ahead, Seattle's quarterback Drew Lock is expected to start against the Cardinals, and his connection with Kupp will be a crucial factor in the game. Meanwhile, Seattle's backup quarterback Sam Darnold, who was sidelined with an injury early in Week 1's meeting with the Patriots, will avoid the Injured Reserve list for now.