Drew Lock shines for Seahawks as Sam Darnold recovers from injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 3:55 PM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Drew Lock is performing well as Seattle Seahawks' starting quarterback in place of Sam Darnold, who is recovering from a glute injury. Lock secured a win against the New England Patriots in Week 1, throwing for 187 yards and a touchdown. He followed up with a standout performance in Week 2, throwing for 253 yards and three touchdowns in a victory over the Arizona Cardinals. With Seattle holding a 2-0 record, the Seahawks face the Washington Commanders in Week 3, who are also without their starting quarterback due to injury. The team's decision on Darnold's return remains unclear, heightening questions about the quarterback position should Lock continue his strong performance.
- •Drew Lock has thrown for 440 yards and four touchdowns in two games.
- •Seattle Seahawks enter Week 3 with a 2-0 record.
- •Sam Darnold's return timeline is still uncertain.
- •The Seahawks will face the 0-2 Washington Commanders next.
- •Lock's performance is raising questions about Darnold's starting status.
- 3:55 PMYahoo Sports — Drew Lock’s early season success raising questions about Sam Darnold
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