Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald provided an update on quarterback Sam Darnold’s status as the team prepares for the upcoming NFC Championship Game. Darnold is recovering from an oblique injury and will have his throwing activity limited during practice this week, Macdonald said.
The Seahawks are scheduled to face the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday with a trip to the Super Bowl at stake. Darnold, who took over the starting quarterback duties earlier this season, has been dealing with the injury recently but is showing signs of improvement.
“He continues to get better,” Macdonald told reporters. “We just want to be smart about how much he’s doing during the week.”
The team is closely monitoring Darnold’s workload to avoid aggravating the injury. The coaching staff and medical team will assess his progress throughout the week before making any final decisions about his readiness for Sunday’s game.
Darnold’s health is a key factor in the Seahawks’ preparation this week. Since stepping into the starting role, he has provided steady leadership and helped guide the team through the later part of the regular season and into the playoffs. Although the team has not disclosed specific details about the severity of the oblique injury, limiting his throwing reps is considered a precautionary measure.
Backup quarterbacks are also receiving increased practice time in case Darnold is unable to play or is limited during the matchup. The Seahawks aim to maintain flexibility in their game plan depending on Darnold’s availability.
The NFC Championship will be held at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, where the Rams will host Seattle. Both teams are coming off strong performances in the Divisional Round, and quarterback play is expected to be a deciding factor in the outcome.
Darnold’s status will continue to be monitored, and the Seahawks plan to provide further updates as the week progresses.
