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Seahawks' Darnold Confident Despite Oblique Injury Ahead of Super Bowl

2/5/2026

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Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold is managing an oblique injury and remains confident ahead of Super Bowl LX.
Darnold has played through the playoff injury, completing 37 of 53 passes for 470 yards and four touchdowns.
Head coach Mike Macdonald says Darnold's practice workload is increasing, though he remains listed as limited.
The Seahawks are preparing for the game at San Jose State University, with practices scheduled throughout the week.

History

Historical Context

Super Bowl III, held on January 12, 1969, marked a historic upset as the New York Jets defeated the heavily favored Baltimore Colts 16-7. Quarterback Joe Namath famously guaranteed victory, challenging perceptions of the American Football League's inferiority. This win not only solidified the Jets' legacy but also paved the way for future AFL-NFL integration, influencing quarterback expectations in high-stakes games today.

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Story summary

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold is managing an oblique injury and remains confident ahead of Super Bowl LX.
Darnold has played through the playoff injury, completing 37 of 53 passes for 470 yards and four touchdowns.
Head coach Mike Macdonald says Darnold's practice workload is increasing, though he remains listed as limited.
The Seahawks are preparing for the game at San Jose State University, with practices scheduled throughout the week.

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