Seahawks and Commanders face off amid quarterback injuries

The Seattle Seahawks enter their Week 3 matchup against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium with a 2-0 record. The game features significant quarterback instability for both sides. Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold is set to return to the starting lineup following a glute injury that sidelined him since the season opener. During his absence, backup Drew Lock led the team to victories over the New England Patriots and Arizona Cardinals. While some have suggested trading Lock due to his expiring contract and the presence of developmental player Jalen Milroe, others argue his recent performance makes him too valuable to lose.

Washington enters the contest with a 0-2 record and will start Marcus Mariota after Jayden Daniels suffered a left elbow dislocation. Despite early losses to the Eagles and Cowboys, Commanders head coach Dan Quinn expressed confidence in Mariota, who has been named the team’s sixth captain for the game.

Seattle faces defensive absences with safety Ty Okada and nose tackle Brandon Pili listed as inactive. Washington’s secondary also faces scrutiny following poor performances by cornerback Mike Sainristil. Weather conditions for the Sunday kickoff are expected to be challenging, with forecasts predicting temperatures near 60 degrees, light to moderate showers, and wind gusts between 25 and 35 mph.