by: Grant Grubbs 4 hours ago grant_grubbs_
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold is questionable to play against the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday in the NFL playoffs due to an oblique injury. On Friday, Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald provided an update on Darnold’s status.
“I’m sure you’re interested in all of our injury situations, so talking about Sam (Darnold), heard what he said yesterday to you guys. I see it the same way. We’re listing him as questionable,” Macdonald said , per Adam Caplan. “We’re really optimistic he’s going to be able to play.
“Right now, we’re going through all the protocol, one, just out of caution to make sure we’re ready to go, and we’ll test it out tomorrow, kind of make the final decision. We’re optimistic he’s going to play. If he doesn’t or at some point he doesn’t, Drew (Lock) is ready to go. That’s why Drew is here. He’s doing a
great job.”
The injury occurred Thursday at Seahawks practice. Darnold left practice as a precautionary measure. As Macdonald mentioned, Drew Lock is Darnold’s backup. Rookie Jalen Milroe is listed as the Seahawks’ third QB on their depth chart.
Darnold has been spectacular this season. He’s completed 67.7% of his pass attempts for 4,048 yards and 25 touchdowns, compared to just 14 interceptions. On Thursday, Darnold said he expects to play against the 49ers.