Drew Lock Is Starting for the Hawks in Week 2, and the Emerald City Needs to Pay Attention

Sam Darnold is officially ruled out for the Seahawks’ Week 2 showdown against the Cardinals, a tough blow confirmed by Head Coach Mike Macdonald at his Wednesday press conference. This means Drew Lock is stepping up big time, set to start in Arizona on Sunday afternoon. The 12s were already buzzing after last week, and now things just got even more intense.

The Injury Scoop: What Happened to Darnold?

Darnold left last Wednesday’s game against the Patriots in the first half, and it was a real gut punch for the team. Initially, they called it a hip injury, but the medical staff later updated it to a glute tendon issue. Oof. We heard whispers, you know, the word around the league, that this could sideline Darnold for a month or even longer. It definitely got us all thinking about the road ahead for our Hawks. You never want to see your QB go down, especially this early in the season when every game matters for building momentum.

Coach Mac’s Plan: No Panic Moves

Despite the concerns, Coach Macdonald made it clear at the press conference that the Seahawks aren’t planning to put Darnold on injured reserve. That’s a good sign, right? It implies they expect him back sooner rather than later, which is huge. Even with Darnold out, Macdonald also said they aren’t looking to add another quarterback to the roster. That’s a vote of confidence in Drew Lock and Jalen Milroe. It tells you everything about the belief this staff has in the guys they’ve got. They’re sticking with their guys, and frankly, that’s what you want to see from your coaching staff. No overreactions.

So, get ready, Seattle! It’s Lock’s show this Sunday afternoon in Arizona against the Cardinals. This isn’t just another game; it’s a critical early test for Drew Lock and for the entire team’s resilience. How they handle this early season adversity could set the tone for everything that follows. Let’s get loud for our Hawks!

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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.