The Seattle Seahawks face significant challenges heading into their matchup against the New England Patriots, with running back Kenneth Walker III and right tackle George Fant both listed as doubtful. Walker suffered an oblique injury in the season opener, while Fant is dealing with a knee injury. The Seahawks will also be without key defensive player Uchenna Nwosu. In Walker's potential absence, second-year running back Zach Charbonnet is expected to start, having shown promise in limited action last season.
- Kenneth Walker III's injury raises concerns for the Seahawks' offense.
- Zach Charbonnet is poised to take over as the starting running back if Walker cannot play.
- Seattle's offensive line showed improvement in the second half of their last game.
Kenneth Walker | RB
Injury
Week 2
- Listed as doubtful for Week 2 due to an oblique injury.
- Injured during the season opener but reported feeling good postgame.
Zach Charbonnet | RB
Pickup
Breakout
Week 2
1 receptions
30 rec yards
1 rec TDs
8 carries
12 rush yards
- Expected to start if Walker is unable to play.
- Caught a 30-yard touchdown pass in Week 1 but struggled on the ground.
Seattle Seahawks
- Facing multiple injuries ahead of Week 2.
- Need to adapt their game plan if Walker and Fant cannot play.
Kenneth Walker | RB
Injury
Week 2
- Doubtful for the upcoming game due to an oblique injury.
- Suffered the injury in the fourth quarter of the season opener.
- Walker missed two games last year due to a similar injury.
Zach Charbonnet | RB
Pickup
Week 2
1 receptions
1 targets
30 rec yards
1 rec TDs
8 carries
12 rush yards
- Expected to start if Walker is unable to play.
- Caught a 30-yard touchdown pass in the opener but struggled with rushing efficiency.
Seattle Seahawks
- Facing injury challenges with key players doubtful for the next game.
- Need to rely on depth in the running back and offensive line positions.