Preseason Updates: Seattle Seahawks

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Updates from Week 2

Preseason Updates: Quarterbacks

Sam Darnold is firmly set as the starter, with Drew Lock locked in at No. 2 and Jalen Milroe as the developmental No. 3. There is no drama in the quarterback room, but Klint Kubiak's system, with heavy under-center work and designed rollouts, is already showing why the team targeted Darnold. Head coach Mike Macdonald noted, "That was one of the reasons we were really excited about Sam is his ability to throw on the move and his accuracy on the move, which is really cool." Lock has been steady in his role, stacking practices with sharp throws in rhythm and downfield. His preseason opener included both high-quality completions, such as the touchdown to Tory Horton, and the kind of turnover he needs to eliminate. Milroe's role is clear: learn behind the veterans while flashing the athleticism that produced a 27-yard run in his debut. He went 6 of 10 for 61 yards in the preseason opener, with his best work coming on a nine-play touchdown drive that featured a 14-yard out to Marshall Lang and a play-action strike to Tyrone Broden. Macdonald praised his decision-making and ability to throw accurately on the move.

Preseason Updates: Running Backs

Ken Walker III is back to full participation after foot soreness, and the top two of Walker and Zach Charbonnet are set. Charbonnet's steady camp has reinforced his fit in Kubiak's one-cut, downhill rushing scheme, and his pass protection has been reliable in practice. With Walker's history of missed games, Charbonnet is positioned to handle a starter's workload if necessary, and his versatility keeps him involved in both early downs and passing situations. The No. 3 running back competition has swung decisively toward George Holani, whose preseason performance, which included 61 yards and a score on seven carries, plus a 20-yard reception and a special teams tackle, reinforced the week of practice usage that had him ahead of Damien Martinez. Martinez's struggles, including low rushing output, a muffed kickoff, and minimal impact on special teams, have him projected off the initial 53-man roster. Robbie Ouzts is a roster lock as the lone fullback, adding a physical presence and versatility as a pass catcher and lead blocker.