Sam Darnold has a “chance” to get back on the field this Sunday when our Seahawks host the Washington Commanders. That’s the word from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, who dropped the news that our starting QB is indeed returning to practice this week after battling a glute injury. This isn’t just an update, it’s the update. The Emerald City is buzzing, because getting our guy back under center is everything right now.
The Glute Issue, Drew Lock, and the Cardinals Thrashing
Rapoport’s report, while promising, came with a pretty significant caveat: the Seahawks are going to be “cautious” with Darnold’s return. “Cautious” does not exactly sound like full-speed ahead, does it? It implies that we might be looking at “another week of Drew Lock,” even though the hope is for Darnold to be back “sooner rather than later.” Look, we appreciate Lock stepping in when needed. We saw him out there leading the charge against the Arizona Cardinals last game, a 31-7 victory. That win was a statement, showing this squad can still put up points even with the starting signal-caller sidelined. The 12s want Darnold commanding that offense, making plays with Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Rashid Shaheed, and Cooper Kupp. That momentum from the Cardinals win is crucial; switching QBs could mess with the flow.
What “Cautious” Really Means for This Season
Being “cautious” with a quarterback’s glute injury is the smart play. Nobody wants to rush Darnold back only to have him re-aggravate it and be out longer. Every game in the NFL is a heavyweight bout, especially in September when teams are establishing identity. Coach Mike Macdonald and Offensive Coordinator Brian Fleury need consistency from their offense. If Darnold is back on the practice field this week, there’s a real shot for him to start Sunday. But if there’s even an ounce of doubt, if that glute isn’t 100% healed and firing, then another week of Lock might be the tough medicine we have to swallow. How much does a glute issue impact a quarterback’s mobility, his ability to escape pressure, to step into deep throws? We need our signal-caller at peak performance, especially if we’re serious about competing. The stakes are high; player health affects the team’s trajectory.
Showdown with the Commanders at Lumen
So, all eyes are on practice this week at our beloved Lumen Field. It’s a critical showdown against the Washington Commanders this Sunday. Knowing who’s under center changes everything for game planning. Is it Darnold, fully healthy and ready to lead the charge after that glute injury? Or is it another week for Lock to prove he can keep this team winning? The 12s will be loud either way, but we’re all hoping to see Darnold trot out there. Let’s get him back, keep that winning momentum from the Cardinals going, and defend our home turf. Go Hawks!
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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