Sam Darnold avoids injured reserve status following Seattle Seahawks game injury

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold will not be placed on injured reserve at this time according to updates following his recent injury. Darnold exited the team's opening game after being sacked by DreMont Jones and is currently expected to miss the upcoming matchup against the Arizona Cardinals. While a specific timeline for his return has not been established, medical evaluations suggest the injury is not serious enough to require a long-term absence. The team is managing his recovery process without moving him to the injured reserve list, which would otherwise mandate a minimum multi-week absence. Personnel decisions remain fluid as the Seahawks prepare for their second game of the season without their starting quarterback.

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