Seahawks Reveal Sam Darnold's Status for Matchup vs. Commanders
Seahawks starting quarterback Sam Darnold suffered a glute injury on the first drive of the season.
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold is set to return for Sunday's game against the Washington Commanders, according to the team. Coach Mike Macdonald confirmed that Darnold is ready to play and has been performing well in practice. Darnold suffered a glute injury during the season opener and was taken to a trauma center on Wednesday, September 9, but was cleared to return after learning the injury was not season-ending.
The 2-0 Seahawks have shown they can be successful with Darnold back on the field. Despite initial concerns, backup quarterback Drew Lock has proven himself capable in recent games, compiling a 35-of-48 completion rate with four touchdowns and no interceptions. Meanwhile, the Commanders will be without their starting quarterback Jayden Daniels, who dislocated his left elbow last weekend.
Daniels is expected to miss at least one game, with surgery not being a likely outcome. Marcus Mariota is set to make his first start of the season for Washington, filling in for Daniels last Sunday. The Seahawks aim to start the season undefeated, while the Commanders seek their first win of the year.
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