Will Sam Darnold play against the Denver Broncos tonight? Latest injury update on the Seattle Seahawks popular star

The Seattle Seahawks have recorded an average run on the field in the new season as the team has won in 3 matches but lost in 2 so far. In Weeks 1 and 2, the Seattle Seahawks ended up losing against the New England Patriots and the Arizona Cardinals but ended up losing in Week 3 against the Washington Commanders. In Week 4, the Seattle Seahawks won against the Los Angeles Chargers but ended up losing against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 5. Ahead of the Week 6 clash against the Denver Broncos, all eyes remain on Sam Darnold.Is Sam Darnold fit enough to take the field for the Seattle Seahawks as the team prepares to go against the Denver Broncos?Yes, the Seattle Seahawks’ popular quarterback Sam Darnold is completely healthy and starting for the team in their Week 6 Thursday Night Football matchup against the Denver Broncos.The Seattle Seahawks have officially ruled out three players for their Week 6 game against the Denver Broncos including running back Zach Charbonnet (knee), linebacker Drake Thomas (ankle), and linebacker Chazz Surratt (calf).On the positive side, star wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (ankle) and defensive tackle Leonard Williams (ankle) both logged full practice participation by Wednesday and carry no injury designations, clearing them to play without restrictions. Backup quarterback Drew Lock (forearm) and guard Beau Stephens (shoulder) are also fully cleared and ready to go.Sam Darnold’s injury history and performance in the new seasonWhile Sam Darnold is completely fit now, he had sustained a minor injury in the Week 1 clash against the New England Patriots.For the unversed, the injury occurred just five snaps into the Seattle Seahawks' season opening game against the New England Patriots. While it was initially reported as a hip injury, medical scans later clarified that his hip joint was completely unaffected.Despite early medical estimates suggesting he could miss four to six weeks, the popular quarterback Sam Darnold made a speedy recovery.He missed only one game in Week 2 against the Arizona Cardinals before being fully cleared to return to action ahead of schedule for Week 3 against the Washington Commanders.Through four games played in the 2026 NFL regular season, Sam Darnold has recorded a 90.3 passer rating, throwing for 755 yards, 7 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions.During the 2025 NFL season, Sam Darnold had a career year, leading the Seattle Seahawks to a franchise-record 14 regular-season wins, the NFC's No. 1 seed, and a victory in Super Bowl LX.The popular quarterback also earned his second consecutive Pro Bowl selection by starting all 17 regular-season games and crossing the 4,000-yard passing threshold for the second year in a row.Stay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news, check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.