Sam Darnold’s potential return to the Seattle Seahawks lineup has fans buzzing ahead of Sunday’s matchup with the Washington Commanders, as uncertainty around his glute injury continues. With conflicting recovery timelines and Mike Macdonald hinting at possible participation in practice, the stakes are high: should the Seahawks risk Darnold, or give red-hot backup Drew Lock another shot? Lock isn’t just managing games—he’s impressing with deep plays, a 73% completion rate, four touchdowns, and no turnovers.
Drew Lock’s 86.4 QBR ranks fourth in the NFL, highlighted by his 82-yard touchdown to Jaxon Smith-Njigba and pinpoint throws to Elijah Arroyo. Meanwhile, Seattle eyes the NFC standings, understanding every week matters. Will they gamble with Darnold’s health in a non-division contest, or continue riding Lock’s hot hand? The Seahawks’ quarterback decision—balancing health, performance, and playoff ambitions—could reshape their season trajectory.