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Sam Darnold Update Emerges Before Seahawks-Rams NFC Championship

Sam Darnold Update Emerges Before Seahawks-Rams NFC Championship

Summary

The Seattle Seahawks, with quarterback Sam Darnold, are set to face the Rams in the NFC Championship game on January 25. Darnold, who played a key role in the Seahawks' successful season, is dealing with an oblique injury but plans to play in the upcoming game. The team is managing his injury carefully as they prepare for the championship.

Key Facts

  • The NFC Championship game between the Seattle Seahawks and the Rams is on January 25, in Seattle.
  • Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold joined the team from the Minnesota Vikings.
  • In the 2025 season, Darnold threw for 4,048 yards, 25 touchdowns, and 14 interceptions in 17 games.
  • Darnold has an oblique injury but played in a recent game against the 49ers.
  • Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald is carefully managing Darnold's practice reps due to his injury.
  • Coach Macdonald expressed confidence that Darnold will play, despite the injury.

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