Sam Darnold’s status.(Image via Gety Images)
The Seattle Seahawks have recorded an average run on the field in the new season as the team has won in 3 matches but lost in 2 so far. In Weeks 1 and 2, the Seattle Seahawks ended up losing against the New England Patriots and the Arizona Cardinals but ended up losing in Week 3 against the Washington Commanders. In Week 4, the Seattle Seahawks won against the Los Angeles Chargers but ended up losing against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 5. Ahead of the Week 6 clash against the Denver Broncos, all eyes remain on Sam Darnold.
Sam Darnold’s injury history and performance in the new season
Yes, the Seattle Seahawks’ popular quarterback Sam Darnold is completely healthy and starting for the team in their Week 6 Thursday Night Football matchup against the Denver Broncos. The Seattle Seahawks have officially ruled out three players for their Week 6 game against the Denver Broncos including running back Zach Charbonnet (knee), linebacker Drake Thomas (ankle), and linebacker Chazz Surratt (calf). He missed only one game in Week 2 against the Arizona Cardinals before being fully cleared to return to action ahead of schedule for Week 3 against the Washington Commanders. Through four games played in the 2026 NFL regular season, Sam Darnold has recorded a 90.3 passer rating, throwing for 755 yards, 7 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions.
medical scans later clarified that his hip joint was completely unaffected While it was initially reported as a hip injury. On the positive side, star wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (ankle) and defensive tackle Leonard Williams (ankle) both logged full practice participation by Wednesday and carry no injury designations, clearing them to play without restrictions. Backup quarterback Drew Lock (forearm) and guard Beau Stephens (shoulder) are also fully cleared and ready to go. For the unversed, the injury occurred just five snaps into the Seattle Seahawks’ season opening game against the New England Patriots.