Sam Darnold Injury Timeline Updated in New Rumors amid 'Unique' Issue for Seahawks QB
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Key Points:
- Sam Darnold may be sidelined for three to six weeks due to a unique soft-tissue glute tendon and hip joint injury sustained in Week 1 against the New England Patriots.
- Darnold left the game after one series and was replaced by Drew Lock, who led the Seahawks to a 13-10 comeback win, completing 16 of 22 passes for 187 yards and a touchdown.
- Head coach Mike Macdonald reported positive news on Darnold's injury, confirming the hip is intact and the issue is more muscular, but no definitive return timeline has been set.
- It is unclear if Darnold will be placed on injured reserve, which would mandate a minimum four-game absence, potentially extending Lock's role as the starting quarterback.
- Macdonald praised Lock's confident and focused play during practice, preseason, and Week 1, expressing confidence in his ability to perform if called upon again.
