{
  "id": 7262729,
  "title": "Seahawks rumors: Sam Darnold getting not 1, not 2, not 3, but 4 2nd opinions on butt injury",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/seahawks-rumors-sam-darnold-getting-not-1-not-2-not-3-but-4-2nd",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-14T06:53:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/seahawks-rumors-sam-darnold-getting-065344066.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold suffered a butt injury during the team's opening game against the New England Patriots. The injury, which initially raised concerns about a fractured hip socket, turned out to be a tendon issue in his glute. Seattle is currently seeking four separate medical opinions to assess the severity of the injury, determine a recovery timeline, and decide on a treatment plan. Despite the uncertainty surrounding Darnold's return, the Seahawks are taking a cautious approach, with backup quarterback Drew Lock already stepping up and leading the team to a win over the Patriots. Younger quarterback Jalen Milroe, listed behind Lock, is prepared to take on the role should Darnold's return take longer than expected. The Seahawks' owner recently revealed the team's innovative use of AI technology during their season opener.",
  "summary": "Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold suffered an injury during the opening drive of the team’s season-opening 13-10 win over the New England Patriots and was ruled out for the rest of the game. The initial concern was far more serious. Medical evaluations first raised the possibility of a fractured hip socket, an injury that would have […] The post Seahawks rumors: Sam Darnold getting not 1,…",
  "key_points": [
    "Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold injured his butt during opening game.",
    "Four separate medical opinions being sought for Darnold's injury.",
    "Backup QB Drew Lock leading team after Darnold's injury."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}