Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold’s season debut lasted one drive before he was knocked out by an ankle injury. He has now been ruled out for the team’s game against the New England Patriots due to the hip injury.
WHO:Sam Darnold; Seattle Seahawks
WHAT:Sam Darnold was ruled out for the Seahawks’ game vs. the Patriots with a hip injury after leaving early in his season debut.
WHEN:Reported Sep 9, 2026 at 9:44 PM ET
WHERE:Seattle, Washington
WHY:Darnold was injured (hip injury after an early exit from his season debut), making him unable to play.
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