Sam Darnold returns to start for Seahawks, throws for 379 yards
Sam Darnold returned to the starting lineup for the Seattle Seahawks after recovering from a glute injury, leading the team with 379 passing yards against the Washington Commanders.
Key points
- Sam Darnold started for the Seattle Seahawks against the Washington Commanders.
- Darnold recovered from a glute injury that had sidelined him for the season opener and Week 2.
- The quarterback completed 31 of 45 passes for 379 yards, four touchdowns, and two interceptions.
- Head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed Darnold was ready to play after full practices on Thursday and Friday.
Sam Darnold Returns to Start for Seahawks, Posts 379 Yards vs. Washington
The Seattle Seahawks will get their starting quarterback back Sunday against the Washington Commanders.
Sam Darnold is playing in Seattle’s September 27 matchup with Washington after recovering from the glute injury that knocked him out of the season opener and kept him sidelined in Week 2.
Head coach Mike Macdonald said, “Sam’s going to play. He’s ready to go, he’s done a great job,” and added that Darnold told the team he feels great and “looks great.”
The Seahawks removed Darnold from the final injury report after he practiced in full on Thursday and Friday.
In the game, Darnold finished with 379 passing yards on 31‑for‑45 passing, four touchdowns and two interceptions.
Your questions, answered
How many passing yards did Sam Darnold have against Washington?
Sam Darnold finished with 379 passing yards on 31-for-45 passing in the game against the Washington Commanders.
Why was Sam Darnold out for the first two weeks?
Darnold was sidelined for the season opener and Week 2 due to a glute injury.
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