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Seahawks’ Running Back Room Struggles as Charbonnet Tracked for Week 7 Return

A possible Week 7 debut would add depth but leave doubt over his post‑ACL readiness and the unit’s ball‑security problems.

Aug 15, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet (26) after the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Seahawks’ running back group has underperformed and lacks a reliable lead rusher after early-season inconsistency and recent turnovers by backups.
  • Zach Charbonnet remains out for the upcoming game but is being tracked for a legitimate chance to make his season debut in Week 7 against the Kansas City Chiefs.
  • Charbonnet tore an ACL in last season’s playoffs, opened a practice window in early October, and faces the usual rehab and roster activation decision before he can play.
  • Backup injuries and mistakes have compounded Seattle’s issues: rookie Jadarian Price is on injured reserve and Emmanuel Wilson and George Holani each fumbled in a recent game.
  • The matchup would pit Charbonnet against former Seahawk Kenneth Walker III, who is excelling in Kansas City, and analysts warn that Charbonnet’s return alone may not immediately solve Seattle’s backfield problems.