Seahawks prepare for exhibition against Cowboys without many starters
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Last updated Aug 15, 2026

The Seattle Seahawks will face the Dallas Cowboys in their first preseason game at Lumen Field on Saturday evening. Coach Mike Macdonald confirmed that most established starters, including quarterback Sam Darnold and Pro Bowl selections, will not participate. Veteran Drew Lock will start at quarterback, and rookie Jalen Milroe is expected to see playing time as well. With 20 of 22 starters returning from last season, the Seahawks aim to develop their backup quarterbacks in this exhibition. DeMarcus Lawrence announced this will be his final NFL season, adding a personal storyline to the matchup.
- •Seahawks host Cowboys for first preseason game Saturday evening.
- •Most key starters, including Darnold and Kupp, will not play.
- •Drew Lock will start, with Jalen Milroe also expected to participate.
- •20 of 22 starters return from last season's Super Bowl run.
- •DeMarcus Lawrence reveals this is his final NFL season.
- 12:04 AMYahoo Sports — Who is, isn’t playing for Seahawks exhibition vs Dallas; Lawrence’s final year
"Coach Mike Macdonald, new offensive coordinator Brian Fleury to change how Seattle uses quarterbacks Drew Lock, Jalen Milroe in these games.
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