The Seattle Seahawks will be without quarterback Sam Darnold for their Week 9 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals due to a quad injury. Head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed that backup Drew Lock will start in Darnold's place, with Jalen Milroe as the backup. Darnold's injury follows a tough loss to the Chicago Bears, where he sustained a cracked rib. Macdonald remains optimistic about Darnold's recovery timeline.
Key facts
- Sam Darnold is out for Week 9 due to a quad injury.
- Drew Lock will start in Darnold's place.
- Darnold suffered a cracked rib against the Chicago Bears.
- The Seahawks lost to the Bears 34-17.
- Lock previously started against the Cardinals on September 20.
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