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Seahawks’ Mike Macdonald rules Sam Darnold out for Week 9 vs. Cardinals

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold was injured twice in Week 8 against the Bears. The last injury will keep him out of Week 9.

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 7:10 PM
Seahawks’ Mike Macdonald rules Sam Darnold out for Week 9 vs. Cardinals
Key Things to Know
  • Head coach Mike Macdonald ruled quarterback Sam Darnold out of Week 9 against the Cardinals with a quad injury.
  • Darnold also cracked a rib during the Seattle Seahawks' Week 8 defeat against the Chicago Bears.
  • Macdonald confirmed the Seahawks do not currently plan to place Darnold on injured reserve.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald announced that quarterback Sam Darnold will miss Week 9 against the Arizona Cardinals due to a quad injury. Darnold suffered both a cracked rib and a late-game quad injury during the team's Week 8 loss to the Chicago Bears. Macdonald confirmed the Seahawks do not plan to place Darnold on injured reserve at this time, leaving open the possibility of a return for the following game.

Drew Lock is set to start in place of Darnold against Arizona, having previously started in a Week 2 win over the Cardinals. Although Lock has dealt with a recent elbow issue, he is expected to play, with Jalen Milroe serving as another potential option if needed.

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