Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold suffers hip injury in win against Patriots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 1:13 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold exited the team's 13-10 win over the New England Patriots early due to a hip injury. The injury occurred after a sack by New England's Dre'Mont Jones on the fifth offensive snap of the game. Medical staff ruled Darnold out for the remainder of the contest after an examination in the locker room. Coach Mike Macdonald stated that initial tests ruled out a hip fracture, but further evaluations are pending to determine a recovery timeline. Drew Lock finished the game in Darnold's place, completing 16 of 22 passes for 187 yards and a touchdown. The Seahawks return to action on September 20 against the Arizona Cardinals.
- •Sam Darnold sustained a hip injury during the first quarter against the Patriots.
- •Medical staff confirmed the quarterback avoided a hip fracture.
- •Drew Lock filled in for the remainder of the game, throwing for 187 yards.
- •The team has not established a firm return date for Darnold.
- •Seattle is scheduled to play the Arizona Cardinals on September 20.
- 1:13 PMYahoo Sports — How long is Sam Darnold out? Injury update, return date for Seahawks QB
"Sam Darnold suffered a hip injury in the Seahawks' Week 1 win over the Patriots. Here's how long that injury will sideline the veteran QB.
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