Drew Lock Steps Up for Seahawks | Seattle Seahawks News

0:00It's September 10th. You're listening to Seattle Seahawks News today, AI-powered coverage of your squad. The Seattle Seahawks pulled off a win against the New England Patriots this past Sunday, and a big reason why was back-up quarterback Drew Locke. He stepped in after Sam Darnel got injured and really led the charge, especially when it mattered most. Locke threw for 187 yards in a touchdown, including a 45-yard bomb to Jackson Smith and Jeegba on a crucial fourth down. This isn't the first time Locke has come through in a pinch for Seattle. Back in 2023, he helped them secure a big win against the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night football. But this week one performance felt different, especially with the team needing a spark after Darnel's injury. Locke, despite not having a ton of prep time, showed his experience and playmaking skills were more than enough. He definitely outplayed the Patriots quarterback Drake May in terms of passing yards. It's clear that even with obstacles, the offense trusted Locke to steer the ship.

1:00He proved a lot of people wrong on social media who doubted him. With Darnel's injury status still up in the air, Locke has earned the right to keep leading this team. The Seahawks have two upcoming road games against the Arizona Cardinals and the Washington commanders, which should give Locke more opportunities to. Get comfortable and really solidify his role. It's an interesting situation for Seattle, seeing how Locke can build on this momentum. He's shown he can step up when the team needs him most.