With just four days until Super Bowl LX, the Seattle Seahawks' quarterback, Sam Darnold, is feeling confident about his recovery from an oblique injury. In a recent interview, Darnold expressed his positive outlook, stating, 'It feels really good. The time off has been beneficial, and I'm taking a gradual approach to ensure I'm fully prepared for practice and the game on Sunday.' Coach Mike Macdonald echoed this sentiment, mentioning that Darnold is making steady progress and is in a great position to perform at his best.
Despite the injury, Darnold has been a key player for the Seahawks, showcasing his resilience by playing through the injury in both playoff games. He even threw three touchdown passes in the NFC Championship Game against the Los Angeles Rams on January 25. However, there's been some uncertainty regarding his practice participation this week. The Seahawks have listed him as a limited participant in all injury reports since his oblique injury on January 15, and it was revealed that he barely practiced the week after his impressive performance against the Rams.
The Seahawks' schedule in the Bay Area includes a workout on Monday, followed by a day off on Tuesday, maintaining their regular weekly routine. They will continue their practice sessions at San Jose State University for the rest of the week. When asked about Darnold's practice workload, Coach Macdonald mentioned that it's gradually increasing, but he couldn't provide specific details about the number of throws or percentage of participation.
As the week progresses, the team will release its first injury report, offering more insights into Darnold's availability and preparation for the big game. The Seahawks' confidence in Darnold's recovery and his determination to be ready for the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots is a testament to his dedication and the team's resilience.
