Seahawks expect QB Sam Darnold to be back at practice this week

Seattle Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald anticipates quarterback Sam Darnold to resume practice this week, though his availability for this weekend's match against the Washington Commanders is still unclear. Darnold suffered a glute injury during the season's opening game against the New England Patriots. Drew Lock stepped in and guided the team to a 13-10 triumph against the Arizona Cardinals, followed by a dominant 31-7 win over the same opponents.

There is no set timeline for Darnold's return, but Macdonald hinted it could be imminent. "Right now, the plan is for him to be out there in some capacity and we’ll go from there,” Macdonald stated. Lock turned in a stellar performance, completing 19 of 26 passes for 235 yards and three touchdowns, all to Jaxon Smith-Njigba. The Seahawks' defense has proven to be their most formidable asset, stifling Arizona's running game and frustrating Jacoby Brissett.

However, the tight end unit and running back roster could use some reinforcement. RB Jadarian Price exited the second half with a chest injury, but was cleared for further action. The Seahawks enter the Commanders game with a 12-game winning streak, the longest in franchise history.