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Seahawks-Raiders injury designations: Uchenna Nwosu returns, quartet of starters remain out
The Seattle Seahawks get a boost on defense as edge rusher Uchenna Nwosu, back from an ankle injury, returns to the lineup for the Week 10 clash with the Las Vegas Raiders. Leonard Williams remains sidelined with a stinger, but Brandon Pili is back after a back injury. Seattle’s offensive line still suffers, with starters Charles Cross and Quenton Nelson unavailable, and Sam Darnold out while backup Drew Lock battles tendinitis and an oblique issue. Rashid Shaheed re‑joins the rotation after recovering from a knee injury.
Seahawks stats and All-22 review: The defensive keys to Seahawks dominance vs. Cardinals
In a detailed All-22 breakdown, assistant coach Ryan Woodall explains how Seattle’s 2026 defense limited the Arizona Cardinals to under 200 total yards, matching a season‑long trend of holding opponents under 175 passing yards seven of nine games. The piece highlights five games where the Seahawks kept rushes below 3 yards per carry and 40% success, attributing the latest success to dominant 1‑v‑1 blocking, clean linebacker play, and aggressive corner involvement. Specifics include Byron Murphy’s horizontal leverage, Mike Morris’s edge control, and Rylie Mills’ solo tackle that forced the Cardinals’ draw play back inside. Woodall also points out a mis‑execution by DeMarcus Lawrence that briefly opened a lane, but overall the unit’s coordinated effort secured the stop.
Seahawks vs. Raiders, Week 10 preview: Seattle’s ground game has a big opportunity
The Seahawks aim to exploit the Raiders’ weak run game and porous run defense in Week 10. Las Vegas averages just 71.3 rushing yards (2.9 yards/carry) and allows a league‑worst 151.2 yards on the ground, while Seattle has struggled to find consistency, posting 110.8 yards (3.9 yards/carry) this season. Rookie QB Fernando Mendoza and the returning Zach Charbonnet (77 yards vs. Arizona) could lean on a quick‑pass, power‑run approach, especially with Drew Lock nursing injuries. Tight end Brock Bowers remains Seattle’s most potent weapon, tallying 658 yards and six TDs in seven games. If Seattle can dominate the line of scrimmage, they can control pace, protect the quarterback, and keep Maxx Crosby from dictating the outcome.
Seahawks reveal their 2026 Midseason Honors
The Seattle Seahawks unveil their 2026 Midseason Honors, crowning Jaxon Smith‑Njigba as Offensive MVP after posting 71 catches for 1,036 yards and nine TDs in nine games. Defensive MVP goes to Ernest Jones IV, who leads the league’s top‑yardage defense with 88 tackles, three sacks and an interception. All‑Pro punter Michael Dickson earns Special Teams MVP with a 42.8‑yard net average and 15 punts inside the 20. Rookie running back Emanuel Wilson is named Top Newcomer, leading the team with 403 rushing yards and three scores. Backup quarterback Drew Lock captures Best Relief Performance, unbeaten in three starts with a 116 passer rating. The honors highlight Seattle’s strong mid‑season run toward a playoff push.
Seahawks News: Seahawks still waiting for 2026 players to breakout
The Seahawks still lack a breakout performer for the 2025 season, with tight end AJ Barner, rookie wideout Tory Horton and running back Jadarian Price hampered by injuries, poor quarterback play and fumbles. Fans wonder if quarterback Brian Fleury can finally sync with his tight ends and whether a win against the Raiders and an upcoming bye week could spark a playoff push. The article links to recent discussions about rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza’s debut, Drew Lock’s injury battle, and the team's overall progress, urging fans to weigh these unanswered questions before the Week 10 showdown.
Seahawks-Raiders Thursday injury report: Charles Cross gets back to (limited) work!
Seattle faces a stacked 15-player injury list ahead of Sunday’s clash with the Las Vegas Raiders, while Vegas lists only four. The biggest bright spot is offensive tackle Charles Cross, who returned for limited work in Thursday’s practice after missing two games; Seattle likely will keep Josh Jones at left tackle until Cross is fully cleared post‑bye. Rashid Shaheed participated fully for the second day and is expected to suit up, adding speed to the offense. Jaxon Smith‑Njigba and others saw limited action, with only Sam Darnold, Quenton Nelson and Leonard Williams fully involved. Jarran Reed missed recent sessions for personal reasons, leaving the defensive line shorthanded as the team hopes the upcoming bye shrinks the list.
Seahawks fan chat: Giants and Commanders begin Week 10 on ‘Thursday Night Football’
The Seahawks' poor loss to Washington looms over a pivotal Week 14 matchup against the New York Giants, a game with big playoff stakes for both clubs. The Giants sit atop the NFC East at 5-2-1, leaning on Jameis Winston, J.J. McCarthy and rookie defensive star Arvell Reese despite losing QB Jaxson Dart to a knee injury. Washington battles a 2-5-1 record under Dan Quinn, who appears headed for the hot seat after several close defeats, including a 27‑27 OT tie with the Giants on Oct. 11. Thursday Night Football kicks off at 5:15 pm PT on Prime Video.
Seahawks sign former Bengals starting guard Cordell Volson
The Seattle Seahawks add former Bengals starter Cordell Volson to their practice squad, releasing safety AJ Finley to make room. The 28‑year‑old guard, a fourth‑round pick who logged 48 starts over three seasons in Cincinnati, missed last year with injury and has spent this preseason on stints with the Titans and Packers. Volson, a North Dakota State alum like center Jalen Sundell and lineman Grey Zabel, provides depth after the Seahawks’ recent trade for Quenton Nelson and his subsequent knee procedure. With rookie Beau Stephens and backup Anthony Bradford shifting positions, Volson could be elevated for Sunday’s game against the Raiders ahead of the team’s bye week.
Seahawks All-22 review: What the film tells us from Seattle’s 17-3 win over the Cardinals
The Seahawks snap out of a loss to beat the Arizona Cardinals 17‑3 on Nov. 8, moving back above .500 despite seven key injuries. The All‑22 film shows modest offensive line progress but still highlights serious pass‑protection and run‑blocking lapses, especially from Anthony Bradford versus newcomer Quenton Nelson, and communication breakdowns across the line. Defensively, Seattle shines—limiting Arizona to 198 yards, forcing three sacks, a turnover on downs and keeping the opposition scoreless after the opening field goal—but edges remain vulnerable to interior runs and second‑level exploitation. The game offers a mixed review: a needed win with defensive strides, yet glaring O‑line issues that must be fixed for playoff hopes.
Seahawks defense presents a major test for rookie Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza
The Seattle Seahawks will test rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza, the No. 1 overall pick, in his first start against their stingy defense in Week 10. After the Raiders traded Kirk Cousins, Mendoza entered the NFL with a modest debut (6‑of‑8, 48 yards) and now faces a defense that has sacked four rookie QBs for 642 yards, seven interceptions and four wins since 2024. Defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald’s disguise‑heavy schemes and relentless pressure could expose Mendoza’s inexperience, making the matchup a pivotal moment for Las Vegas and a potential playoff‑shaping game for Seattle’s NFC rivals.
Seahawks News: What are the chances the Seahawks make the playoffs?
The Seahawks find themselves in a tight race for the playoffs as the NFC West tightens, and every loss could be costly. The article links to analyses on Zach Charbonnet’s role, Julian Love’s take on the defense after the Bears loss, trade‑deadline moves, and a preview of Week 10 versus the Raiders. It asks which rival teams must stumble for Seattle to stay alive and whether the defending champion can still contend. Fans are invited to weigh in on the team’s realistic postseason odds.
Seahawks-Raiders Wednesday injury report: Leonard Williams still out, Rashid Shaheed returns
The Seahawks face the Raiders on Sunday with a shaky quarterback picture and a battered line. Backup QB Drew Lock, limited by an elbow and new oblique issue, shows progress and could start, leaving Jalen Milroe as the only other healthy option. Star linemen Quenton Nelson and Charles Cross remain sidelined with knee and ankle injuries, while guard Anthony Bradford also limps. Wideout/rkick returner Rashid Shaheed returns to practice, offering a potential second weapon behind Jaxon Smith‑Njigba. Defensively, Leonard Williams stays out with a stinger and Derick Hall limps with a back injury, though Uchenna Nwosu shows signs of recovery. The Raiders appear near full strength.
ESPN says ‘several teams’ inquired about Seahawks’ Jarran Reed at trade deadline
The Seattle Seahawks kept veteran defensive tackle Jarran Reed at the Nov. 10 trade deadline despite “several teams” showing interest, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports. Reed, a 2016 second‑round pick, has been a defensive anchor, posting 20 tackles, three TFLs, four QB hits and a sack through nine games as Seattle sits 5‑4 and leads the league in fewest yards allowed. Contracted through 2028 after a three‑year, $25 million deal in March 2025, Reed’s leadership and production make him a tough sell.
Post NFL trade deadline, the rest of the NFC fails to bury Seahawks
As the NFL trade deadline passes, Seattle’s Seahawks, sitting 5-4, watch rival NFC teams make big moves while they stay put. Seattle added future Hall‑of‑Famer Quenton Nelson, but the 49ers bolstered their line with DeForest Buckner and snagged Keenan Allen, and the Bears landed Jeffery Simmons and eyed Kahlil Mack. Meanwhile, the Rams lost star WR Puka Nacua to IR, and the Vikings’ offense collapsed despite a strong defense. The NFC North now fills all three wildcard spots, leaving the Seahawks tied with the Rams for the last playoff berth. With a 50% chance to qualify, Seattle must rely on a bye week and internal adjustments to stay alive.
Seahawks swap practice squad defensive tackles, sign Cole Brevard
The Seattle Seahawks add former UDFA defensive tackle Cole Brevard to their practice squad, releasing Gary Smith III to create space. Brevard, a 6‑ft‑3, 346‑lb nose tackle, went undrafted in 2026, spent time with the Kansas City Chiefs before being cut, and boasts 38 tackles, 5.5 TFLs and 2.5 sacks from Purdue plus a stint at Texas. The move updates Seattle’s Week 10 practice squad roster, which now includes linemen Logan Brown and Bobby Hart, QB Adrian Martinez, RB Velus Jones Jr., and defensive players like Aidan Hubbard and Trevon Diggs.
Seahawks Reacts survey: How many wins will it take for Seattle to make the playoffs?
The SB Nation Reacts survey asks fans how many wins the 5-4 Seattle Seahawks need to lock a playoff spot. With the NFC West stacked and the NFC North eyeing three wild‑card berths, even a 13‑4 record might not guarantee postseason play. The poll gauges whether 9, 10, 11, or 12 wins are enough and measures fan confidence. Results will be posted later this week and again at season’s end.
Seahawks Week 10 national power rankings: Seattle continues to drop despite win over Cardinals
Despite a 31‑24 win over the Arizona Cardinals, the Seattle Seahawks keep slipping in national power rankings. Bleacher Report nudges them up to #12, while CBS and Pro Football Talk hold them at #14 and #9 respectively. NFL.com drops Seattle two spots to #9 and ESPN slides them to #9, citing ongoing quarterback injuries and a still‑struggling offense. With six starters out, the Seahawks sit outside the playoff picture and sit in the 9‑14 range as they head into a crucial Week 10 matchup against the Raiders before their bye.
Seahawks News: Seahawks hold steady as trade deadline passes
The Field Gulls roundup notes that Seattle left the NFL trade deadline untouched, sticking with the roster built around the Quenton Nelson deal and recent practice‑squad signing of DT Cole Brevard. With no new acquisitions, the Seahawks head into the final eight games relying on existing talent, rookie contributions, and the offense led by new coordinator Brian Fleury. The post links to a week‑9 film review of the 31‑24 win over the Arizona Cardinals and previews the upcoming matchup against the Raiders, while fans are asked to weigh in on whether the current roster can still chase a playoff run.
Seahawks 2026 trade deadline recap: Seattle stays put, makes no additional moves
Seattle’s trade deadline fizzles out after acquiring All‑Pro guard Quenton Nelson on Oct. 27. GM John Schneider makes no further moves despite interest in Colts RB Jonathan Taylor and a reported push for a wide receiver to pair with Jaxon Smith‑Njigba. The Seahawks sit with 10 compensatory picks for the 2027 draft, yet opt to stay put while the Vikings add Kirk Cousins and the 49ers sign Keenan Allen. Schneider cites ongoing market engagement, but no deals materialize, leaving Seattle’s roster largely unchanged heading into the season’s final stretch.
Seattle Seahawks 2026 trade deadline tracker: News, rumors, live updates
Seattle enters Week 10 of the 2026 NFL season with a 5-4 record and a busy trade deadline on Nov. 10 (4 pm ET). The Seahawks have already added veteran guard Quenton Nelson for 2027‑28 draft picks, and front‑office veteran John Schneider may yet follow past deadline moves involving Leonard Williams and Carlos Dunlap. Edge rusher and wide receiver are the biggest needs, with names like Will McDonald IV on the radar. The article tracks live deadline activity and highlights other league trades, such as Jessie Bates to Jacksonville.
NFL trade deadline news: Raiders trade Kirk Cousins ahead of Seahawks game
The Raiders trade four‑time Pro Bowl quarterback Kirk Cousins to the Minnesota Vikings for a 2027 third‑round pick, sending Cousins back to Minnesota for their playoff push. In return, Las Vegas receives the 2026 No. 1 overall draft pick, Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza, who is set to make his first NFL start against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 10. Mendoza’s only prior regular‑season snaps came in a garbage‑time loss to the Patriots, while veteran Aidan O’Connell remains a backup. The move gives the Raiders a fresh rookie QB to face one of the league’s toughest defenses.
Seahawks News: Do the Seahawks have one more trade in them?
The Field Gulls roundup highlights Seattle’s 17-3 win over the Arizona Cardinals, praising DeMarcus Lawrence’s dominant play and the team’s perfect red‑zone performance despite six starters missing. Coach Mike Macdonald’s Monday press conference addresses lingering roster questions as the NFL trade deadline looms, with debate over quarterback Sam Darnold, the RB depth, and potential edge‑rusher moves. A podcast and several opinion pieces weigh in on whether Seattle should make any bold trades before the deadline, while Drew Lock continues as the interim starter. The article consolidates links, analysis, and fan‑engagement prompts for Tuesday’s discussion.
Seahawks fan chat: Bills battle Vikings on ‘Monday Night Football’
Monday Night Football pits the 6‑1 Buffalo Bills, led by MVP‑caliber QB Josh Allen and rushing star James Cook, against a blitz‑heavy Minnesota Vikings defense that pressures over 70% of dropbacks. The Vikings, missing starter Kyler Murray and starting Carson Wentz, aim for a 7‑1 finish to stay atop the NFC North, while the Bills contend with a weakened offensive line missing both left tackle Dion Dawkins and the left guard. Seahawks fans may favor a Vikings loss to clear a Wild Card path. The game streams on ESPN/ABC from Minneapolis at 5:15 pm PT.
Puka Nacua headed for injured reserve, could miss Seahawks game
The Los Angeles Rams beat the Washington Commanders 20-13 on Sunday, extending their win streak to three, but star receiver Puka Nacua suffers MCL and PCL sprains plus turf toe and is expected to be placed on injured reserve. Nacua twisted his leg on the final offensive snap after a hit from safety Jeremy Reaves and linebacker Sonny Styles. With veteran WR Davante Adams already out, the Rams will rely on Tutu Atwell, Jordan Whittington and others as they chase playoff spots, but may be without both top receivers for at least two weeks before their Week 15 clash with the Seattle Seahawks.
Sam Darnold ruled out, Seahawks expect Drew Lock to start vs. Raiders despite oblique injury
Seattle Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald says Sam Darnold remains sidelined with a quad injury, but backup quarterback Drew Lock is likely to start Week 10 against the Las Vegas Raiders despite an oblique strain suffered in the win over the Arizona Cardinals. Lock, who played through severe tendinitis and grabbed his hip in the third quarter, is expected to manage the injury and take the field for his third start of the 2026 season. In his two starts and most of the Patriots game, Lock posted a 71.1% completion rate, 597 yards, five touchdowns and no interceptions.
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