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Seahawks' Quenton Nelson Set For Minor Knee Procedure, Listed As Week-To-Week

The Seattle Seahawks' star left guard, Quenton Nelson, will undergo a minor knee procedure and is now listed as week-to-week, with Drew Lock set to start at quarterback.

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In a significant development for the Seattle Seahawks, Quenton Nelson, the team's standout left guard, is set to undergo a minor knee procedure, which has left him listed as week-to-week ahead of the upcoming game against the Arizona Cardinals. This news comes as a blow to the Seahawks, who are already facing the absence of six other starters for the match.

Nelson, acquired by the Seahawks in a trade from the Indianapolis Colts earlier this season, will miss the crucial game against the Cardinals. The Seahawks traded a third-round pick and a future fifth-round pick to secure Nelson's services, making his absence even more impactful. His procedure involves cleaning out cartilage in his knee, a relatively common operation for football players, but one that typically requires a period of recovery.

Drew Lock, who was recently signed by the Seahawks, will take the helm as the starting quarterback for the upcoming game. Lock's presence is expected to provide a boost to the team's offensive capabilities, especially with Sam Darnold ruled out due to a quad injury. The Seahawks currently hold a record of 4-4, while their opponents, the Arizona Cardinals, sit at 3-5.

With Nelson out, the Seahawks will need to adjust their lineup on the offensive line. Grey Zabel will step into the role of left guard, replacing Nelson, while Anthony Bradford will return to his position at right guard. These changes highlight the depth and adaptability of the Seahawks' roster, as they prepare to face a challenging opponent in the Cardinals.

What we know

  • Quenton Nelson will undergo a minor knee procedure and is listed as week-to-week 12
  • Drew Lock will start at quarterback for the Seahawks against the Cardinals 12
  • Six Seahawks starters are ruled out for the upcoming game against the Cardinals 1
  • The Seahawks traded a third-round pick and future fifth-round pick to the Colts for Quenton Nelson 2
  • Nelson's procedure involves cleaning out cartilage in his knee 1
  • Sam Darnold is ruled out due to a quad injury 1
  • The Seahawks have a record of 4-4, while the Arizona Cardinals have a record of 3-5 1
  • Grey Zabel will replace Nelson at left guard, and Anthony Bradford will return to right guard 1

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Trust Score report

76%
Likely accurate
Probability of truth, weighted across 9 claims from 2 outlets. Each claim is scored by how many independent, reliable newsrooms support or contradict it. Method
  • likely
    Quenton Nelson of the Seattle Seahawks will undergo a minor knee procedure.
    85% · supported by 2
  • likely
    Nelson will be designated as week-to-week following the procedure.
    85% · supported by 2
  • likely
    Drew Lock will be the starting quarterback for the Seahawks against the Cardinals.
    85% · supported by 2
  • likely
    Six Seahawks starters are ruled out for the upcoming game against the Arizona Cardinals.
    71% · supported by 1
  • likely
    Seattle Seahawks traded a third-round pick and future fifth-round pick to the Indianapolis Colts for Quenton Nelson.
    70% · supported by 1
  • likely
    Nelson's procedure involves cleaning out cartilage in his knee.
    71% · supported by 1
  • likely
    Sam Darnold is ruled out due to a quad injury.
    71% · supported by 1
  • likely
    The Seahawks have a record of 4-4, while the Arizona Cardinals have a record of 3-5.
    71% · supported by 1
  • likely
    Grey Zabel will replace Nelson at left guard, and Anthony Bradford will return to right guard.
    71% · supported by 1

Sources & references

  1. ESPN NFL — Seahawks' Nelson to have 'minor' knee procedure; QB Darnold also ruled out · 2026-11-07
  2. CBS Sports NFL — NFL Week 9 injury report: Seahawks' Quenton Nelson 'week-to-week' after knee procedure · 2026-11-06

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