Seahawks guard Quenton Nelson to undergo knee surgery, avoids IR
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 4:22 PM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026
Seattle Seahawks guard Quenton Nelson is set for knee surgery to address cartilage issues. While he will miss at least one game, the team has opted not to place him on injured reserve. Nelson's absence comes as the Seahawks deal with additional injuries, including starting quarterback Sam Darnold and left tackle Charles Cross. Seattle faces the Arizona Cardinals in Week 9, after a recent loss to the Chicago Bears. Nelson could return for the team's post-bye matchup against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 12.
- •Nelson will have surgery to clean out knee cartilage.
- •He is expected to miss at least one game but avoid IR.
- •Seattle faces Arizona in Week 9 following a loss to Chicago.
- •Multiple key players are also injured for the Seahawks.
- •Nelson may return for Week 12 against the 49ers.
- 4:22 PMYahoo Sports — Seahawks G Quenton Nelson having knee surgery, but avoids IR
"Seattle Seahawks newly acquired guard Quenton Nelson needs knee surgery, but will not be placed on injured reserve.
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