The Seattle Seahawks are 2-0, baby! We’re riding high into Week 3, and suddenly, we’ve got a quarterback situation on our hands in the Emerald City. Sam Darnold, who’s been out nursing a hip injury that apparently had him fearing for his entire career, is back on the practice field and “really striving” to start this Sunday against the Washington Commanders. Talk about a curveball after a perfect start to the 2026 season!
The Return of Sam Darnold, Or Is It?
Darnold’s injury wasn’t just a minor setback; he even had an “eye-opening” hospital stay and feared it might derail his football future. That’s heavy, man. Now, he’s back, healthy, and pushing hard to get back on the field. He’s making it clear he wants to be the guy for Week 3. But here’s the kicker: it’s still “too early to make that decision.” One more week on the sidelines might just be what his body needs to heal up completely. It’s a tough call when your starting QB is champing at the bit, but your backup has been absolutely clutch.
Drew Lock’s Undefeated Run
While Darnold was recovering, Drew Lock stepped up and led our ‘Hawks to that sweet 2-0 record. He’s been “just fine,” which is an understatement when you’re undefeated. According to Brock Huard, one of the biggest keys to Lock’s performance has been his uncanny ability to avoid those drive-killing sacks. That’s huge for keeping momentum and putting points on the board. You can’t argue with results, and Lock has delivered. Meanwhile, our offensive line is seeing some action with third-year guard Christian Haynes and rookie Beau Stephens continuing to rotate at right guard, just like they did in Week 2, while Anthony Bradford is on injured reserve.
So, here we are, facing the Commanders in Washington for the second straight season, and the biggest question isn’t about the opponent, it’s about our own guys. Does Mike Macdonald stick with the hot hand in Lock, who got us to 2-0, or does Darnold’s desire to play win out? It’s a high-stakes decision for the team’s early-season momentum. Let’s see what happens this Sunday!
This article was created with AI assistance and published under Seattle On Tap’s editorial standards. See our Editorial Policy.
Originally reported by Field Gulls.
Leave a Reply