RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold injured his left oblique muscle in practice Thursday and was listed as doubtful for Saturday’s NFC divisional playoff game against the San Francisco 49ers, but said he’s confident to play.
Darnold said he felt something on the diagonal as he passed the ball to his receiver unguarded.
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“Don’t want to push it,” Darnold said. “It’s not a day to push it. That’s it. Just came in, did some rehab. Feels like I’m ready to go on Saturday.”
The eighth-year quarterback said this is the first time he’s dealt with the tilt issue and he will receive treatment before the game. Asked about the possibility of him missing, Darnold said: “It’s very low. Probably close to zero.”
Darnold passed for 4,048 yards, 25 touchdowns and 14 interceptions in his first season with the Seahawks, earning his second straight Pro Bowl selection. He led Seattle to a 14-3 record and the No. 1 seed in the NFC.
Backup Drew Lock has appeared in five games this season and attempted just three passes. Lock started 5 games for the New York Giants in 2024. He has made 28 career NFL starts, with a pass completion rate of 59.6%, 34 touchdowns, and 28 interceptions.
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“Drew has been very impressive throughout OTAs and training camp and in the role he’s played,” offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak said. “Have a lot of confidence in Drew. He was brought here for a reason.”
Still, the Seahawks hope Lock’s services are not needed.
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