Mike Macdonald supports Sam Darnold as Seahawks quarterback despite struggles
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 6:24 PM
Last updated Oct 16, 2026
Seattle Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald reaffirmed his commitment to starting quarterback Sam Darnold despite his difficulties this season. Darnold has thrown an NFL-high seven interceptions and completed only 60.4% of his passes. Macdonald acknowledged the need for improvements and stated that the offense can be effective with Darnold at the helm. As the team prepares for their next game against the undefeated Kansas City Chiefs, Macdonald emphasized the importance of refining their offensive strategy under new coordinator Brian Fleury.
- •Darnold has seven touchdowns and seven interceptions this season.
- •Macdonald ruled out a switch to backup Drew Lock.
- •The Seahawks are breaking in new offensive coordinator Brian Fleury.
- •Darnold previously struggled with turnovers last season.
- •Seattle prepares to face the Chiefs in Week 7.
- 6:24 PMYahoo Sports — Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald answers if he will make a switch at quarterback
- 6:23 PMYahoo Sports — Mike Macdonald on Sam Darnold: He's definitely part of the solution
- 5:47 PMCBS Sports — Mike Macdonald shuts down potential Seahawks quarterback change, sticking with Sam Darnold
"It's been a rough stretch for Sam Darnold since he returned from a hip injury suffered in the season opener.
"Darnold has thrown an NFL-high seven interceptions, but Macdonald stands behind his starter
"Sam Darnold's struggles are front and center in the NFL limelight.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsOct 16, 2026, 6:24 PMSeahawks HC Mike Macdonald answers if he will make a switch at quarterback
Sam Darnold's struggles are front and center in the NFL limelight.
- Yahoo SportsOct 16, 2026, 6:23 PMMike Macdonald on Sam Darnold: He's definitely part of the solution
It's been a rough stretch for Sam Darnold since he returned from a hip injury suffered in the season opener.
- CBS SportsOct 16, 2026, 5:47 PMMike Macdonald shuts down potential Seahawks quarterback change, sticking with Sam Darnold
Darnold has thrown an NFL-high seven interceptions, but Macdonald stands behind his starter
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