Drew Lock Steps Up as Starter as Sam Darnold Misses Seahawks' Week 9 Game
Sam Darnold is set to miss the Seahawks' Week 9 matchup with the Arizona Cardinals due to a quad injury, handing the starting role to Drew Lock.
In a significant shift for the Seattle Seahawks, quarterback Sam Darnold will sit out the team’s Week 9 game against the Arizona Cardinals, reported ESPN NFL, CBS Sports, and Fox News. This development means that Drew Lock will take the helm as the starting quarterback, likely bringing a fresh dynamic to the offense.
The absence of Darnold is attributed to a quad injury, though this detail is reportedly confirmed by ESPN NFL and CBS Sports, while Fox News suggests a different injury—a cracked rib—on the second play of the previous game against the Chicago Bears. However, this rib injury claim is disputed by the other sources, indicating a discrepancy in the reported condition of Darnold.
Despite the setback, Darnold's injury is not expected to be long-term, with reports suggesting he will be week-to-week and not placed on injured reserve. Meanwhile, Lock faces his own health challenge, as he is dealing with an elbow injury that will be closely monitored throughout the week, according to CBS Sports.
The Seahawks’ most recent game saw them face off against the Chicago Bears, resulting in a 34-17 loss, as per Fox News. However, this scoreline is contested by ESPN NFL and CBS Sports, which report a different outcome for the game. Additionally, Darnold was sacked three times during this match, as stated by Fox News, but this detail is also under dispute from the other sources.
Lock’s last appearance as the starter was notable, with him throwing for 235 yards and three touchdowns, according to CBS Sports. This performance could provide some optimism for the Seahawks as they navigate their upcoming game without Darnold.
Jalen Milroe will step in as the backup quarterback, a role that adds another layer of depth to the Seahawks’ roster, as confirmed by all three sources.
This change in the Seahawks’ lineup brings new questions and possibilities for the team’s offensive strategy, especially as they prepare to face the Arizona Cardinals in what promises to be an exciting Week 9 matchup.
Trust Score report
Likely accurate — probability of truth 68%, weighted across 10 claims from 3 independent outlets.
- confirmed Sam Darnold will miss the upcoming game against the Arizona Cardinals. (92%)
- confirmed Drew Lock will start in Darnold's place for the Seahawks in Week 9. (92%)
- likely Darnold's injury is a quad injury. (72%)
- likely Darnold is expected to be week-to-week but won't go on injured reserve. (71%)
- unverified Darnold's injury occurred at the end of Monday night's game against the Chicago Bears. (53%)
- disputed Darnold suffered a cracked rib on the second play of the previous game against the Chicago Bears. (28%)
- disputed The Seahawks lost to the Chicago Bears in a 34-17 game where Darnold was sacked three times. (28%)
- confirmed Jalen Milroe will serve as the backup quarterback. (92%)
- likely Drew Lock has an elbow injury that will be monitored throughout the week. (70%)
- likely In the previous game where Lock started, he threw for 235 yards and three touchdowns. (70%)
Sources
- ESPN NFL — Seahawks QB Darnold ruled out this week, will be week-to-week, coach says
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50380713/seahawks-qb-sam-darnold-ruled-quad-injury - CBS Sports — Sam Darnold out for Seahawks in Week 9 as Drew Lock gets another start vs. Cardinals
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/sam-darnold-out-injury-seahawks-qb-drew-lock-cardinals/ - Fox News — Sam Darnold out for Seahawks Week 9 game against Arizona Cardinals so in comes Drew Lock probably, maybe
https://www.foxnews.com/outkick-sports/sam-darnold-out-seahawks-week-9-game-arizona-cardinals-drew-lock