Seahawks Get Bad News on Sam Darnold Recovery as Drew Lock Joins Growing Injury List
Jun 11, 2025; Renton, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) passes the ball to quarterback Drew Lock (2) during mini-camp at Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Key points
- Lock had also been dealing with a right elbow injury before facing Arizona, which limited his practice participation for three consecutive weeks and kept him inactive for the previous two games.
- Head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed the injury, while Sam Darnold continues to recover from quad and rib injuries.
- Earlier in the season, Darnold suffered a glute injury during the Week 1 game against the New England Patriots.
Seahawks’ QB depth faces uncertainty after two injuries According to ESPN senior NFL reporter Adam Schefter, Drew Lock suffered an oblique injury during the Seattle Seahawks’ 17–3 win over the Arizona Cardinals.
Two quarterback Drew Lock and Sam Darnold injuries have added uncertainty to Seattle’s preparations for its Week 10 meeting with the Las Vegas Raiders.
Additional details
- Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images Lock was examined inside the medical tent during the Cardinals game but returned to the field and finished the contest.
- The coaching staff will continue evaluating Darnold and Lock before making a decision for Week 10.
- That break may help Darnold and Lock continue progressing before Seattle returns to action.
- Sam Darnold’s injuries occurred during Seattle’s 34–17 loss to the Chicago Bears.
- The Seattle Seahawks secured a win over the Arizona Cardinals, but questions remain about their quarterback situation heading into next week.
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