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Seahawks Face Chiefs Amid Running-Back Injuries and Zach Charbonnet’s Return
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Core Event
The Seattle Seahawks entered Week 7 with only two healthy running backs—Emanuel Wilson (403 yards, three touchdowns) and George Holani (108 yards, one touchdown)—after injuries sidelined Jadarian Price, Zach Charbonnet, and Velus Jones Jr. The team announced that Price’s 21-day practice window opened and Charbonnet’s window opened on Oct. 1, making both eligible to return for the upcoming Sunday Night Football matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs on Oct 25 (scheduled).
Background & Context
Seattle’s running-back depth was further strained when former star Kenneth Walker III signed with Kansas City in the offseason, leaving the Seahawks without the player who helped win Super Bowl LX and earned MVP honors. Walker has since led the NFL in rushing yards through six weeks, accumulating 665 yards and six touchdowns on 106 carries for the Chiefs.
Data & Statistics
- Chiefs’ Kenneth Walker III: 665 rushing yards, six touchdowns, 6.3 yards per carry (first five games).
- Seahawks’ Emanuel Wilson: 403 rushing yards, three touchdowns.
- Seahawks’ George Holani: 108 rushing yards, one touchdown.
- Injured Seahawks backs: Jadarian Price (chest and rib injury, IR after Week 3), Zach Charbonnet (torn ACL, out since Jan. divisional round), Velus Jones Jr. (hamstring, questionable for Week 8).
Official Statements & Responses
Chiefs head coach Andy Reid noted that the team’s injury list was minimal, saying “There’s not really any injuries to mention.” The comment was made after the Chiefs’ 20-3 loss to Seattle on Oct 25, 2026.
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes said the game would be “a special moment” for Walker returning to Seattle, adding that the Chiefs still need to “win a football game.”
Seahawks defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald indicated that the activation of Charbonnet and the opening of Price’s practice window could bolster the run game, though he stopped short of guaranteeing playing time for either back.
Verbatim Quotes
- “There’s not really any injuries to mention,” — Andy Reid, chiefs coach
- “I’m just focused on critiquing the mistakes we made,” — Kenneth Walker
- “I know it’s going to be a special moment for him to get back to the place where you kind of built your career, and won a Super Bowl,” — Patrick Mahomes
What’s Next
- Oct 25 (scheduled): Kansas City will travel to Lumen Field for Sunday Night Football.
- Nov 9, 2025 (scheduled): Zach Charbonnet is slated to return from his injury absence, having been activated to the 53-man roster.
The convergence of multiple running-back injuries and the impending return of Charbonnet sets the stage for a pivotal contest that could reshape Seattle’s offensive identity while showcasing Kenneth Walker III’s first appearance against his former team.