Darnold Out for Week 9: Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald Reveals Injury, Talks QB Status
Darnold ruled out for Week 9
Macdonald announced Wednesday that Darnold will not play against Arizona. The quarterback completed 17 of 34 passes in Seattle’s Monday night loss to the Bears. Darnold played the entire Week 8 game, which Chicago won 34-17 at Seattle. The Seahawks have now dropped three of their last four games.
Lock expected to take over
Drew Lock is scheduled to start at quarterback against the Cardinals. Macdonald said Lock has been dealing with an elbow injury and has not thrown much. In two appearances this season, Lock has recorded 422 passing yards and four touchdowns, with no interceptions. He has completed 72.9% of his passes and has a 127.3 passer rating.
Darnold’s recent performance
During the 2025 regular season, Darnold completed 67.7% of his passes and posted a 99.1 passer rating. He earned his second consecutive Pro Bowl selection. Darnold also helped Seattle win Super Bowl LX. The Seahawks’ Week 9 matchup with Arizona is scheduled for Sunday at 4:25 p.m. ET on FOX.
Key points
- Sam Darnold will miss Seattle’s Week 9 game against Arizona with a quad injury.
- Drew Lock is expected to start despite an elbow injury and limited recent throwing.
- Lock has four passing touchdowns and no interceptions across two appearances this season.
- Seattle lost 34-17 to Chicago and has dropped three of its last four games.