# Sam Darnold out for Week 2 Seahawks QB decisions

> Seahawks skip Sam Darnold for Week 2 as Drew Lock starts.
- Title: Sam Darnold out for Week 2 Seahawks QB decisions | Shortify
- Summary: Seahawks skip Sam Darnold for Week 2 as Drew Lock starts. Seahawks will start Drew Lock for Week 2 after Sam Darnold's glute injury ruled him out for four…
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- Source: New York Post — https://nypost.com/2026/09/16/sports/sam-darnold-ruled-out-for-week-2-as-seahawks-make-key-decisions-at-quarterback
- Published: 2026-09-17T03:02:50+00:00
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## Sam Darnold ruled out for Week 2
Sam Darnold is officially a no-go in Week 2 for the Seahawks after a glute injury during the first drive of the NFL season.
## Darnold's injury details
Darnold was injured (glute) on the first drive of the NFL season and could miss four weeks with the injury.
## Coach Macdonald's statement
Head coach Mike Macdonald said the team does not intend to play Darnold on injured reserve and will re-evaluate every day.
## Drew Lock starts Week 2
Drew Lock entered the game and went 16-for-22 on his passes for 187 yards and one touchdown in Week 1.
## Seahawks QB plan
Lock is set to start the second game of the season with Jalen Milroe as the No. 2 quarterback.
## Key takeaway

Seahawks will start Drew Lock for Week 2 after Sam Darnold's glute injury ruled him out for four weeks.