Overview
- Darnold reported left‑side oblique discomfort during Thursday’s routes‑on‑air period and left practice for rehab.
- He told reporters he expects to play and put the odds of not suiting up at close to 0%.
- Head coach Mike Macdonald said the team is really optimistic but will test Darnold before kickoff to make a final decision.
- Drew Lock took first‑team reps Thursday and would start if Darnold cannot go, with rookie Jalen Milroe as the No. 3 option.
- Offensive tackle Josh Jones was ruled out with a knee injury, and Charles Cross is in line to return at left tackle.