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Drew Lock to Start for Seahawks After Sam Darnold Ruled Out

The change forces Seattle to lean on Lock’s limited live reps while Arizona adjusts to the loss of starting defensive tackle Roy Lopez with backups set for bigger roles.

Overview

  • Sam Darnold, who was declared out Wednesday with a glute issue, will not play and Drew Lock is the confirmed starter for Sunday’s Seahawks-Cardinals game.
  • Arizona added veteran DT Roy Lopez to the injury report after he did not practice Thursday for a groin issue, which reduces the Cardinals’ depth at tackle.
  • Backup Andrew Billings is listed with a knee limitation and could miss or play limited snaps, which would push younger players such as Walter Nolen and L.J. Collier into larger run- and pass-defense roles.
  • Seattle listed safeties Ty Okada out and Nick Emmanwori questionable, and right guard Anthony Bradford is doubtful with a knee issue that would make Christian Haynes the projected substitute.
  • Several Cardinals starters including Trey McBride, Budda Baker and Josh Sweat practiced fully and appear likely to be active, and final gameday lineups will be decided after Saturday’s pregame checks.