Sam Darnold exited the team's opener against New England after the opening series. Darnold went to the sideline with a limp. Drew Lock replaced him as the signal-caller. The Seahawks were ready for this scenario because of the starter's lingering issue. Darnold sat out all preseason games. Seattle was set with the relief option to enter if necessary. The team called on the reserve when Darnold had to stop. The switch happened on the sideline after the opening possession. Darnold's injury triggered the move. Lock ran the unit from that point.
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