Seahawks seek multiple medical opinions on glute injury for Sam Darnold
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 5:44 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026

The Seattle Seahawks are consulting four medical experts to evaluate a glute tendon injury suffered by quarterback Sam Darnold. The injury occurred during a game on Wednesday night, prompting concerns regarding his availability for the upcoming season. Initial medical evaluations raised fears of a fractured hip socket, though current assessments focus on the tendon. Darnold is confirmed to be unavailable for the Week 2 contest against Arizona. The medical review aims to determine the full extent of the injury and establish a recovery timeline. Drew Lock is expected to start at quarterback while Darnold remains sidelined.
- •Sam Darnold suffered a glute tendon injury Wednesday night.
- •The Seahawks are gathering four medical opinions to assess the injury.
- •Darnold will miss the Week 2 game against Arizona.
- •Drew Lock is slated to start in Darnold's absence.
- •Initial concerns suggested a potential season-ending fractured hip socket.
- 5:44 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Seahawks seek multiple medical opinons on Sam Darnold's injury
"The Seahawks have taken the concept of a second opinion to the next level.
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