From FOX 13 Seattle · Aydian Ahmad · · 1m 20s
Darnold Out, Lock Starts vs Raiders
Seahawks' Sam Darnold ruled out for Week 10; Drew Lock expected to start against Raiders.
In brief
Seahawks' Sam Darnold ruled out for Week 10; Drew Lock expected to start against Raiders. Seahawks' Sam Darnold misses Week 10 game against Raiders as Drew Lock starts after positive oblique exam. Originally reported by FOX 13 Seattle.
Darnold ruled out
Starting quarterback Sam Darnold will miss Sunday's matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders as he continues to recover from quadriceps and rib injuries.
Lock expected to start
Backup quarterback Drew Lock is on track to start his second consecutive game with head coach Mike Macdonald confirming Lock's oblique exam was positive.
Lock's injury status
Lock has an oblique injury but said he can manage playing the game, having previously thrown in 19 passes for 175 yards with one touchdown against the Cardinals.
Lock's confidence
Lock stated his arm felt fresh and he is confident about playing against the Raiders in Week 10 after a week of focused preparation.
Darnold's injury history
Darnold missed Week 2 against the Cardinals after a hip injury and returned in Week 3, but has thrown at least one interception in every game started.
Backup plan
If Lock's injury worsens, backup quarterback Jalen Milroe will start, with the team signing Adrian Martinez to the practice squad for depth.
What it means
Seahawks' Sam Darnold misses Week 10 game against Raiders as Drew Lock starts after positive oblique exam.
