Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold has drawn plenty of attention throughout the offseason, yet he did not take part in the team‘s preseason opener against the Las Vegas Raiders. As the Seahawks prepare to face the Kansas City Chiefs in their second preseason game on Friday, fans are eager to learn whether Darnold will see playing time. With the game set for Lumen Field in Seattle, there is growing speculation about his involvement in this Sam Darnold Seahawks preseason game.
Darnold remains on the active roster and has been participating fully in training camp activities. Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald recently hinted that the quarterback could receive some snaps in the upcoming game against the Chiefs.
“These guys have been working their tails off. It’s hard, talking to the guys on the sideline, it’s hard for them to watch the game and not be a part of it, so, I think they’re excited to go out there.” Macdonald said.
After signing a substantial three-year, $100.5 million contract this offseason, Darnold comes off a solid 2024 season with the Minnesota Vikings, where he amassed 4,319 passing yards along with 35 touchdowns, 12 interceptions, and one rushing touchdown. The coming 2025 campaign will reveal whether he can deliver similar results for the Seahawks.
Viewing Information and Broadcast Details for Tonight’s Game
The Seahawks versus Chiefs preseason contest will begin at 10 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, hosted at Seattle’s Lumen Field. Fans in Washington state can watch the game on several local channels, including KING NBC 5 in Seattle, KAYU FOX 28 in Spokane, KCYU FOX 41 in Yakima, and KFFX FOX 11 in the Tri-Cities.
For viewers in Kansas City, the game will be televised on KSHB 41. The broadcast team includes Ari Wolfe handling play-by-play duties, with Trent Green providing expert analysis. Kimmi Chex and Matt McMullen will report from the sidelines, offering on-field insights throughout the game.
What This Game Means for Darnold and the Seahawks
How much Sam Darnold plays tonight could offer early clues about the Seahawks’ quarterback strategy for the regular season. Given the large investment in his contract and his previous strong performance, Darnold’s ability to translate his past success into the Seahawks’ offense will be crucial to the team’s prospects in 2025. Observers will be watching closely to see how he handles game action following a cautious approach in the opening preseason contest.
This preseason game against a competitive opponent like the Chiefs also serves as a key opportunity for Darnold and the Seahawks to fine-tune their approaches and assess roster depth heading into the regular season. Fans and analysts alike will be eager to see how both the quarterback and the team move forward from here.