Mike Macdonald: 'Crazy' to ask if Sam Darnold will be Seahawks starting QB

Mike Macdonald: 'Crazy' to ask if Sam Darnold will be Seahawks starting QB

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Seattle Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald addressed concerns about Sam Darnold's status as the starting quarterback, dismissing speculation about his role unless there’s an injury. Macdonald expressed confidence in Darnold despite mistakes during a recent OTA, emphasizing it’s the time to learn and improve. The coach advocated for resilience and growth in practice, highlighting Darnold’s strengths. Concerns about Darnold leading a revamped offense remain, but Macdonald affirmed he's the clear Week 1 starter over backups Drew Lock and rookie Jalen Milroe. The focus is now on how new offensive coordinator Kliff Kubiak plans to address Darnold's errors before the season begins.
Originally by Kevin Patraon June 4, 2025
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