Drew Lock isn’t just winning games for the Seahawks, he’s straight up balling, and his 86.4 Total QBR through Week 2 already ranks fourth in the entire NFL. That’s right, our guy is trailing only Brock Purdy, Dak Prescott, and Josh Allen. Let that sink in for a second! After Sunday’s massive 31-7 blowout win against the Arizona Cardinals, it’s becoming crystal clear that Lock is exactly what this team needed, exactly when they needed it.
Lock Drops Dimes, Cardinals Drop the Ball (Literally)
The Emerald City saw Lock go off on Sunday, stepping in for the injured Sam Darnold and absolutely dominating. He completed 19 of his 26 passing attempts, racking up 235 yards and slinging three touchdowns without a single interception. Seriously, a clean sheet like that is *chef’s kiss*. ESPN’s Brady Henderson even pointed out that Lock’s two games this season are already among the best of his career when you look at Total QBR. And get this: of his seven incompletions against the Cards, two of them were flat out drops by his receivers. You can’t blame him for that, can you? This wasn’t some fluke, Lock looked in control, precise, and ready to lead this offense. His 86.4 QBR puts him right there with the league’s elite, showing everyone he’s not just a backup, he’s a legitimate threat.
Darnold Can Chill, Lock’s Got This
Lock’s red-hot start means the Seahawks aren’t feeling any pressure to rush Sam Darnold back from his glute injury. And trust me, that’s a good thing. Soft tissue injuries like that? They don’t have a concrete return-to-play timeline, and you absolutely do not want to risk re-injury by pushing it. We did get a positive update on Darnold’s status, which is awesome, but with Lock playing this lights-out, Darnold can take all the time he needs. Looking ahead to Week 3, we’re facing the Washington Commanders, and guess who’s under center for them? Marcus Mariota, because Jayden Daniels suffered a serious elbow injury in Week 2. That’s another backup scenario, folks. Given these circumstances, there’s zero reason to rush Darnold, especially when we know the Seahawks can definitely beat the Commanders with Lock at quarterback.
So, get ready, 12s! Week 3 means a trip to Washington where Drew Lock gets another shot to prove this isn’t just a flash in the pan. We’re talking about keeping this momentum rolling, solidifying that quarterback position, and showing the rest of the league that our backup isn’t playing like one. This team is finding its rhythm, and with Lock leading the charge, anything feels possible.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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