Mike Macdonald Reveals Whether Seahawks Will Bench Sam Darnold
Mike Macdonald said Seattle can fix its turnover problems with Darnold, while backing Drew Lock as a capable backup.
- Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald affirmed on Friday that Sam Darnold remains the starting quarterback despite the team's 17-14 overtime loss to the Denver Broncos on Thursday.
- The defending Super Bowl champions have fallen to a 3-3 record after losing three of their last four games, with Darnold throwing seven interceptions during that span.
- Backup quarterback Drew Lock has completed 35-of-48 passes for 422 yards with four touchdowns and zero interceptions, maintaining a 127.3 passer rating in two appearances.
- Macdonald emphasized improving the offense by addressing pass protection and turnover issues, while right guard Anthony Bradford could return for the upcoming game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
- Moving forward, the Seahawks must avoid obvious passing situations that leave their quarterback vulnerable to defensive pressure, a key focus as they prepare for their next challenge.
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Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald Makes Final Decision on Benching Sam Darnold After Horror Outing Against the Broncos
When the Seattle Seahawks began their 2026 season looking to defend their title, they certainly didn’t expect the talk of the town to be about benching quarterback Sam Darnold. But here we are. The quarterback is dealing with turnover issues, having committed multiple interceptions over the last couple of games, both of which the Seahawks […]
Mike Macdonald reveals whether Seahawks will bench Sam Darnold
The Seattle Seahawks are facing questions about quarterback Sam Darnold’s job security after a rough performance on Thursday night. Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald affirmed Friday that Darnold will remain the team’s starter moving forward. The coach was clear when asked that he was not considering a quarterback change. Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald, when asked by …
Seahawks HC Makes QB Decision Amidst Sam Darnold Struggles
The Seattle Seahawks have a quarterback with seven interceptions and a backup who has yet to turn the ball over this season.That combination still is not enough for head coach Mike Macdonald to consider making a change.Macdonald delivered an emphatic answer when asked about Sam Darnold one day after Seattle’s 17-14 overtime loss to the […]
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