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Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio has more discouraging Sam Darnold injury timetable

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold exited his team's Week 1 victory against the New England Patriots just five snaps into the contest after suffering a muscular hip issue, avoiding a bone fracture. Despite Darnold's quick departure, Seattle leaned on backup Drew Lock, and receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba noted the roster maintained its belief throughout the win.

Initial reporting from ESPN and NFL Network indicated the starting signal-caller would be sidelined for the subsequent matchup with the Arizona Cardinals.

Seattle head coach Mike Macdonald dismissed outside chatter regarding a potential quarterback acquisition following the setback. Outside of Seattle, an injury to Rams standout Myles Garrett has further altered the competitive landscape across the NFC West.

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