Jaxon Smith-Njigba hints at Sam Darnold's return for Week 3
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 7:01 AM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba revealed that quarterback Sam Darnold is set to return for the Week 3 game against the Washington Commanders. Darnold had been sidelined with a glute injury after the season opener. He was a full participant in practice this week and is not listed with any game designation. Smith-Njigba's comments during a Friday interview led to the confirmation of Darnold's availability for the upcoming game.
- •Jaxon Smith-Njigba announced Sam Darnold's return for Week 3.
- •Darnold practiced fully this week after a glute injury.
- •The Seahawks face the 0-2 Washington Commanders.
- •Seattle is expected to have an advantage due to Commanders' injuries.
- 7:01 AMYahoo Sports — Seahawks' Jaxon Smith-Njigba breaks big news for Week 3 vs Commanders
"Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba unintentionally broke some big news ahead of Week 3 vs. Commanders.
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