Second opinions resulted in good news for Sam Darnold
NBC Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- The Seahawks sought up to four second medical opinions regarding quarterback Sam Darnold’s injured glute tendon.
- The second opinions were more positive than expected, indicating Darnold is less injured than initially feared.
- Originally projected to miss 4-6 weeks, Darnold could potentially return as early as Week 3 against Washington or Week 4 versus the Chargers.
- In the meantime, Drew Lock will start at quarterback for the Seahawks in their game against the Arizona Cardinals.
- The Seahawks aim to extend their winning streak over the Cardinals to ten games and set a franchise record with a twelve-game overall winning streak.
