Seahawks QB Sam Darnold (oblique) added to injury report, questionable to play Saturday vs. 49ers
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Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold has been added to the team's injury report with an oblique injury and is listed as questionable for Saturday's Divisional Round game against the San Francisco 49ers. Despite the designation, Darnold expressed confidence that he will play, stating there is "close to a 0% chance" he will miss the game. During Thursday's practice, Darnold used a Theragun on his side for treatment and later received rehabilitation.
Backup quarterback Drew Lock took some first-team snaps in Darnold's absence. Darnold, who has not missed a game since the 2023 season, started all 17 regular-season games this year, amassing 4,048 passing yards, 25 touchdowns, and 14 interceptions. His performance helped lead the Seahawks to the top seed in the NFC playoffs.
The Seahawks are largely healthy aside from Darnold's injury. Offensive tackle Josh Jones is ruled out with a knee injury, while all other players are
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