The Seattle Seahawks will face the San Francisco 49ers without their starting quarterback Geno Smith, as he was ruled out due to a groin injury, marking one of several quarterback situations impacting the upcoming Week 14 games. The NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported that Drew Lock, the backup quarterback, will be making his debut start for the Seahawks.

This presents another challenge for the Seahawks who are aiming to break their three-game losing streak. The responsibility of turning things around falls on Lock’s shoulders, making this game particularly significant for both him and the team. Smith’s absence due to the injury is certainly a loss, given his leadership and experience.

Apart from the Seahawks, other teams such as the Jaguars, Browns, and Saints are also dealing with potential changes under center, signifying a tumultuous Week 14 in terms of starting quarterbacks.

While Smith was unable to participate in the game, several members of the 49ers took part in the Greg Knapp Stair Climb Challenge, honoring their late coach. As teams navigate their respective challenges, the spotlight this Sunday is certainly on backup quarterbacks stepping up, most notably Drew Lock with the Seahawks.