Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll believes that quarterback Geno Smith will be able to play on Thanksgiving night against the San Francisco 49ers despite injuring his throwing elbow in the previous game against the Los Angeles Rams. Smith has a contusion on the tendon near the bottom of his triceps, but Carroll is optimistic that he will be functional and able to play. Carroll also provided updates on running back Ken Walker III, safety Jamal Adams, and right tackle Abraham Lucas.
- Geno Smith is expected to play on Thanksgiving night despite injuring his throwing elbow in the previous game.
- Smith has a contusion on the tendon near the bottom of his triceps, but there is no other damage.
- Carroll is optimistic that safety Jamal Adams will be available after missing the Rams game due to soreness from a torn quad tendon.
- Running back Ken Walker III suffered an oblique injury and there is no update on his status.
- Right tackle Abraham Lucas remains on injured reserve following a knee procedure, but he is expected to be close to returning.