Will Sam Darnold Play? Latest Seahawks QB Oblique Injury News Ahead of Super Bowl

This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.

With Super Bowl 60 just days away, the Seattle Seahawks are confronting a major quarterback question: Will Sam Darnold play, or will an oblique injury sideline him? The Seahawks’ backup signal-caller missed practice during Super Bowl week due to an oblique issue, leaving fans and analysts speculating about his availability.

What Happened to Sam Darnold? Oblique Injury Explained

Sam Darnold was listed as did not practice (DNP) early in Super Bowl week due to an oblique injury, a strain that impacts the muscles along the side of the rib cage. Oblique injuries are notoriously sensitive for quarterbacks, as they affect.

Practice Participation: What the Latest Reports Say

According to the latest Seahawks injury reports and team updates:

• Darnold missed practice earlier in the week due to an oblique issue.
• The team has not confirmed a full return to practice as of the most recent update.
• Seattle’s medical and coaching staff has kept his day-to-day status cautious and non-committal.

Why the Oblique Matters for Quarterbacks

The oblique muscles play a significant role in throwing efficiency. For quarterbacks, oblique injuries can show up as:

• Reduced arm strength
• Delayed release timing
• Pain when rotating the torso for deep throws

What the Seahawks Have Said (Official & Unofficial Statements)

The Seahawks have been measured in public remarks regarding Darnold’s health. They have not:

• Placed him on the injured reserve
• Officially declared him out
• Confirmed that he will play

Conclusion: Darnold’s Status Remains Uncertain

At this stage, Sam Darnold’s availability for Super Bowl 60 remains uncertain but hopeful. His missed practice due to an oblique strain naturally raises questions, but without a formal “out” designation, nothing is ruled out.

FAQs

Q1. Is Sam Darnold ruled out for Super Bowl 60?
A. Not yet. Darnold’s status is still being evaluated and has not been officially ruled out.

Q2. What injury is Sam Darnold dealing with?
A. Darnold is listed with an oblique strain, affecting muscles important to throwing mechanics.

Q3. Did he miss practice because of this injury?
A. Yes. He missed at least one Super Bowl week practice due to the oblique issue.

Q4. Will this affect his throwing ability?
A. An oblique injury can affect throwing strength and rotation, so his ability will depend on practice progress and pain management.