Seahawks rally with Lock in season opener as Darnold avoids fracture, MRI pending

Sam Darnold left early with a hip injury but fracture was ruled out, with an MRI to follow to determine return timing. In his first start of the season, backup Drew Lock, who had minimal practice reps, led Seattle to a 13-10 win over the New England Patriots after a 10-0 deficit, including a 45-yard TD to Jaxon Smith-Njigba and a late surge that set up the deciding field goal. Drake Maye struggled late, throwing a third interception, while Seahawks teammates emphasized an attitude of “we’re gonna find a way to win.”