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Darnold reportedly suffered an 'unusual muscle strain' in the team's Week 1 win over the Patriots. Although injured reserve is reportedly not being considered, Darnold appears to be in danger of missing time, even though the injury is considered 'short-term.'
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Darnold with short-term hip strain; Drew Lock on standby.

Darnold reportedly suffered an 'unusual muscle strain' in the team's Week 1 win over the Patriots. Although injured reserve is reportedly not being considered, Darnold appears to be in danger of missing time, even though the injury is considered 'short-term.' Drew Lock would be in line to start should Darnold miss time.

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