Season ends for Seahawks’ DT Darby

Seattle defensive tackle Chuck Darby is facing knee surgery and will miss the rest of the season.

Seahawks coach Mike Holmgren said Darby, a three-year starter and leader of Seattle’s defense, tore the patella tendon in his right knee Sunday night. Darby was being blocked on a running play in the second half of a 28-17 loss to New Orleans when his knee buckled.

Holmgren said Brandon Mebane, a rookie third-round draft pick from California who has played in all six games this season, will start Sunday when the struggling Seahawks (3-3) host winless St. Louis. The coach also said the team will be trying out veteran defensive tackles this week looking for depth.

The Seahawks placed Darby on injured reserve Monday to clear a roster spot for such a move.

Green would like to return

Miami Dolphins quarterback Trent Green said he hopes to play again despite concerns about long-term repercussions from his second severe concussion in 13 months.

Green said all test results so far have been normal. He said he has more tests scheduled today.

Around the league

St. Louis Rams quarterback Marc Bulger, who missed the last two games with two broken ribs, said he plans to return to the lineup this week. … In Rochester, N.Y., Buffalo Bills defensive end Anthony Hargrove pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct for a fight with police outside a nightclub in August. He was fined $300 and must perform 200 hours of community service. … Tennessee Titans quarterback Vince Young had an MRI exam to check his strained right quadriceps. Results of the test weren’t immediately available. The Titans will be without receiver Brandon Jones when they visit Houston (3-3) Sunday. … Commissioner Roger Goodell said London’s new Wembley Stadium would make a great candidate for host of a future Super Bowl, given the enthusiasm overseas for the game.