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Seahawks Clear Uchenna Nwosu to Return to Practice

Clearing his physical triggers a measured ramp-up by Seattle’s staff, with his Week 1 status still undecided.

Dec 8, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Seattle Seahawks linebacker Uchenna Nwosu (10) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Nwosu passed his physical on Aug. 17 and was removed from the PUP list, making him eligible to participate in team drills.
  • Coach Mike Macdonald said Seattle is ahead of schedule on his knee rehab and has established checkpoints to track his recovery.
  • Seattle has not confirmed his availability for the season opener and will gauge his readiness through upcoming practice reps.
  • He agreed to a restructured 2025 contract that cut his cap hit to roughly $11.8 million and trimmed guaranteed salary.
  • Nwosu is set to vie for playing time in an edge-rushing group that features DeMarcus Lawrence, Boye Mafe and Derick Hall.