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NFL insider has ‘excellent’ Seahawks’ Sam Darnold news with Week 3 status looming

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold has taken another meaningful step toward a possible Week 3 return after practicing on consecutive days while recovering from a glute injury. Darnold returned to practice Wednesday as a limited participant after missing Seattle’s Week…

Published: Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 11:00 PM
NFL insider has ‘excellent’ Seahawks’ Sam Darnold news with Week 3 status looming
Key Things to Know
  • Sam Darnold practiced on consecutive days while recovering from a muscular glute injury.
  • Head coach Mike Macdonald announced the Seahawks will determine Darnold's Week 3 status by Friday.
  • Darnold suffered the injury five plays into Seattle's season-opening victory against the New England Patriots.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold has practiced on consecutive days as he works toward a potential Week 3 return from a glute injury. Darnold participated on both Wednesday and Thursday, taking more first-team reps ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Washington Commanders. Head coach Mike Macdonald stated the team plans to decide on Darnold's starting status by Friday.

Darnold sustained the injury during Seattle's season opener against the New England Patriots, with testing ruling out hip damage. In his absence, backup Drew Lock has guided the Seahawks to a 2-0 record by throwing for 422 yards and four touchdowns.

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