Seahawks will start Drew Lock after Sam Darnold hip injury; Week 2 odds adjusted
Seahawks’ confirmed QB change for Sunday’s game affects Arizona’s Week 2 game plan and betting lines; Cardinals prepare to face Drew Lock instead of Sam Darnold.
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Confirmed by Cards Wire via league reporting — Seattle’s Week 2 starter will be Drew Lock.
Betting markets reacted: spread and implied win probability shifted in Arizona’s favor.
Practical impact: Arizona’s game prep will pivot to Lock’s tendencies and play style rather than Darnold’s.
Arizona won its Week 1 road game and gains a matchup advantage preparing for Lock.
Coaching staff likely to emphasize different pass-rush and coverage priorities based on Lock’s strengths/weaknesses.
Line movement noted by sportsbooks; affects public expectations and media narrative.