Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald has officially cleared backup quarterback Drew Lock to start Week 10 against the Las Vegas Raiders, effectively sidelining the prospect of rookie Jalen Milroe making his first career start. Speaking on *Brock and Salk* on Monday, Macdonald provided a definitive update on Lock’s status following an oblique injury sustained during Sunday’s victory over the Arizona Cardinals. “Good exam for Drew. He’s dealing with an oblique. And, I think it’s something we can manage in him playing the game,” Macdonald stated, confirming the veteran signal-caller will be active and ready to lead the offense.
Macdonald confirms Lock is game-ready, ending speculation on Jalen Milroe’s debut
The injury scare began in the third quarter of the win over Arizona when Lock was seen clutching his right hip before entering the blue tent for evaluation. Despite the concern, Lock did not miss a single snap and finished the game, though Macdonald initially left his Week 10 status “up in the air.” The optimistic Monday update comes as starter Sam Darnold continues his recovery from a quad injury, with the coach noting Darnold requires another week before returning to action. This development secures Lock’s role as the primary starter for the third consecutive game in the 2026 season.
Lock has demonstrated remarkable efficiency since stepping into the starting role, completing 71.1% of his passes across two full starts and the majority of the Week 1 matchup against the New England Patriots. His ability to manage the oblique strain while maintaining high completion percentages suggests the Seahawks can maintain offensive continuity against the Raiders. With the uncertainty surrounding Milroe’s debut now resolved, Seattle’s focus shifts entirely to Lock’s performance against Las Vegas’ defense.
Source: Yahoo Sports
