Overview
- The Seahawks designated running back Zach Charbonnet to return to practice on Thursday, starting a 21-day window during which the team can evaluate him before deciding whether to activate him to the 53-man roster.
- Because Charbonnet stayed on the reserve/PUP list through final cuts, he remains ineligible for Week 4 even if he begins practicing this week.
- Coach Mike Macdonald said the decision is not only medical and that Seattle is factoring how many practices Charbonnet needs, roster spots, and the team’s upcoming practice schedule into the timing of any activation.
- Seattle’s backfield has struggled through three games with Jadarian Price, Emmanuel Wilson, and George Holani underperforming, so Charbonnet’s return could materially change the offense’s short-yardage and goal-line plans if activated.
- Charbonnet tore his ACL late last season, led the team with 12 rushing touchdowns in 2025, and his potential comeback will affect on-field roles and fantasy value as the 21-day window plays out.