Drew Lock Returns to Backup Role as Sam Darnold Deemed Active for Playoff Game

Drew Lock, who had been taking first-team reps for two days in preparation to start if Sam Darnold (oblique) was ruled out, is now poised to remain the backup quarterback for the Seahawks. Darnold was officially deemed active for Saturday's divisional-round game against the 49ers, settling Lock back into his normal role. Lock last started in Week 18 of the 2024 season as a member of the Giants, and was ready to take the helm if needed, but Darnold's availability means Lock will not start.