Overview
- ESPN’s Jeff Darlington reports the Seahawks feel good about Darnold’s status and expect to keep his passing volume controlled heading into the game.
- Darnold has been limited in practice since a left‑side oblique injury on Jan. 15 and took pain‑killing injections before both playoff wins.
- Medical guidance points to functional taping, sideline heat and ongoing core work as likely supports, with recovery for such injuries typically spanning two to eight weeks.
- Playing through the issue, he posted a career-best NFC Championship: 25-of-36 for 346 yards and three touchdowns with no turnovers.
- The former No. 3 pick reaches the Super Bowl after stops with the Jets, Panthers, 49ers and Vikings, and will face the Patriots at Levi’s Stadium on Feb. 8.