# Sam Darnold aims for Sunday start after hip injury

> Seahawks QB Sam Darnold seeks medical clearance to play Sunday despite Week 1 hip injury.
- Title: Sam Darnold aims for Sunday start after hip injury | Shortify
- Summary: Seahawks QB Sam Darnold seeks medical clearance to play Sunday despite Week 1 hip injury. Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold aims to start Sunday after…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/sam-darnold-im-striving-to-play-on-sunday-miss-playing-a-ton
- Published: 2026-09-24T19:30:01.484+00:00
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- Topics: sam darnold, seahawks, seattle, nfl, drew lock, hip injury, sports
## Sam Darnold
Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold hopes to start in week 3.
## Week 1 injury
Darnold suffered a hip injury in week 1.
## Medical clearance
Darnold aims for medical clearance before sunday.
## Practice progress
Darnold reports positive practice this week.
## Team success
Seahawks 2-0 with Drew Lock performing well.
## Sunday goal
Darnold strives to play against commanders on sunday.
## Key takeaway

Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold aims to start Sunday after recovering from a Week 1 hip injury, crediting backup Drew Lock for team success during his absence.