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Pre-Snap Reads: With Darnold’s return TBD, will Milroe be asked to play?

The Seattle Seahawks have officially ruled out starting quarterback Sam Darnold for their upcoming Week 2 clash against the Arizona Cardinals due to an uncommon soft-tissue hip issue. Head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed that Darnold will not suit up for Sunday's contest, with reporting indicating the signal-caller might also remain sidelined through Week 3.

Veteran passer Drew Lock, who has amassed 28 starts across eight professional seasons with Denver, the New York Giants, and Seattle, will step in under center at State Farm Stadium. The lineup shuffle also creates potential opportunities for 2025 third-round draft choice Jalen Milroe to make his quarterback debut, after he did not log any snaps at the position during his rookie campaign.