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  • Pre-Season Outlook

    It was a worrisome development for Walker's fantasy value when the Seahawks selected former UCLA and Michigan star Zach Charbonnet in the second round of the 2023 draft, as it appeared to be the makings of a classic Hot Hand approach where neither player claims full control of the offense and fantasy investors are left anxiously trying to guess which of the two might get the lead opportunity in a given week. Those fears never materialized, as Walker remained safely ahead of Charbonnet all season, at least in terms of usage from scrimmage. Charbonnet's snap count was somewhat close to Walker's - 454 to 476 - but Charbonnet's snap count was largely made up of blitz pickup snaps. Walker would finish the year with more than twice as many carries (218 to 108) even despite missing nearly three games with oblique and shoulder issues in the season's second half. The concern is that 2023 might be the last time Walker possesses such a clear edge over Charbonnet, because Walker got nicked up in both of his NFL seasons and teams don't usually spend second-round picks on players to be blitz pickup specialists. Walker is clearly an above average starting running back in the NFL, but if Charbonnet turns out similarly good then the feared Hot Hand system might yet remain a possibility.

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  • No competition arrives via draft

    Walker is expected to remain the No. 1 running back for the 2024 season after the Seahawks didn't select a running back in the NFL Draft.

    Analysis: The Seahawks did sign George Holani and TaMerik Williams as undrafted free agents, per Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic, but neither player presents a real threat to Walker's job. While Walker and 2023 second-round pick Zach Charbonnet split snaps last season, Walker was still the clear No. 1 back with 219 carries for 905 yards (4.1 YPC) and eight touchdowns. He added 29 receptions for 259 yards and a score. The Seahawks added three linemen in the draft, including third-round pick Christian…read more

    Published: Thu, May 2 at 7:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads backfield with 18 touches

    Walker (shoulder) rushed 17 times for 78 yards and caught his only target for three yards in Sunday's 21-20 win over the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Walker was cleared of the shoulder injury that had plagued him in recent weeks and led Seattle's backfield with 17 carries in Sunday's thrilling comeback win. While the 9-8 Seahawks still narrowly missed the playoffs, the team's lead back turned in another solid fantasy season. Walker gained over 1,000 combined yards from scrimmage while scoring nine touchdowns over 15 games, numbers that somewhat mirror his impressive 228/1,050/9 rookie rushing line last season. The 23-year-old will enter the…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 7 at 6:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will suit up Week 18

    Walker (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle reports.

    Analysis: Walker missed two games with an oblique injury in November and early December and now has been playing through a shoulder injury the past few weeks. He'll suit up again as the Seahawks battle for a playoff spot, likely leading the team in carries while Zach Charbonnet handles more of the snaps in passing situations.

    Published: Fri, Jan 5 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns as limited participant

    Walker (shoulder) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: After missing Wednesday's session due to a lingering shoulder injury, Walker was able to get back on the practice field one day later, which didn't happen until last Friday ahead of this past Sunday's game against the Steelers. This seems to confirm coach Pete Carroll's comments to Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times on Wednesday that Walker is in a better spot this week as opposed to last week. Walker has one more chance to get back to full Friday before the Seahawks potentially give him a…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 4 at 4:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't practice Wednesday

    Walker (shoulder) was listed as a non-participant in Wednesday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Earlier Wednesday, head coach Pete Carroll told Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic that Walker took part in the team's walkthrough, but the running back ultimately went down as having logged no activity on the Seahawks' first injury report of Week 18 prep. A shoulder issue has been to blame for Walker's practice restrictions for three weeks in a row, and despite leaving this past Sunday's loss to the Steelers in the third quarter, he racked up 30 touches for 131 yards from scrimmage and one…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 3 at 4:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes part in walkthrough

    Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said Walker (shoulder) participated in Wednesday's walkthrough and looked OK, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Walker has played through a shoulder injury the last two games, but he didn't return to Sunday's loss to the Steelers after taking a big hit early in the third quarter, despite being listed as probable to check back into the contest. According to Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times, Carroll added that Walker looked better Wednesday than he did a week ago at the same point, so the running back seems to be trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's regular-season finale at Arizona.…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 3 at 12:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by shoulder injury

    Walker (shoulder) rushed the ball 10 times for 53 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 30-23 loss to the Steelers. He added three receptions on three targets for 22 yards.

    Analysis: Walker was having a strong performance and was well on his way to 100 total yards from scrimmage. However, he aggravated his shoulder injury on a hard hit early in the third quarter, and despite being deemed probable to return, he never retook the field. That casts doubt on his status for a Week 18 matchup against the Cardinals, though he'll likely do his best to play through the issue in a must-win game for the Seahawks to have a chance at the postseason.

    Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 4:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Active in Week 17

    Walker (shoulder/illness) is listed as active Sunday against the Steelers.

    Analysis: Walker followed the same practice routine this week as he did during Week 16 prep -- back-to-back DNPs followed by a limited session -- before the Seahawks termed him questionable for the upcoming game. However, coach Pete Carroll provided less clarity about Walker's upcoming availability this time around, calling him a game-time decision Friday, per Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic. The tide turned for the better following an ensuing report from Adam Schefter of ESPN that Walker was…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 11:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play in Week 17

    Walker (shoulder/illness) is slated to suit up Sunday against the Steelers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: For the second week in a row, Walker is carrying a questionable tag into Sunday after he didn't mix into drills until Friday's practice, when he was deemed a limited participant. After that practice, head coach Pete Carroll told Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic that Walker would be a game-time decision this weekend, and Schefter noted in his report that the Seahawks are concerned about the shoulder injury that he aggravated last Sunday in Tennessee. As such, Walker may be subject to a…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 30 at 9:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • To be game-time decision Sunday

    Coach Pete Carroll said Friday that Walker (shoulder/illness), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Steelers, will be a game-time call this weekend, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: After sitting out the the first two sessions of Week 17 prep due to an existing shoulder injury and a listed illness, Walker got back on the practice field Friday as a limited participant, per John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site. Walker followed the exact same regimen last week before being deemed questionable, but Carroll relayed an expectation at the time that Walker would suit up this past Sunday at Tennessee, which came to pass. Considering Carroll was more tepid regarding Walker this…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 29 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets 'questionable' tag

    Walker (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Pittsburgh, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Walker didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday but was seen stretching prior to Friday's session, per Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune. It remains to be seen if Walker did enough to be listed as a participant when the Seahawks release their final injury report Friday. The team likely will turn to Zach Charbonnet in a high-usage role if Walker doesn't end up playing Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Dec 29 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out another practice

    Walker (shoulder/illness) officially didn't practice Thursday, Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle reports.

    Analysis: Walker was present but not participating during the portion of Thursday's session open to the media, and he indeed went down as a DNP for a second consecutive day. If he follows last week's practice regimen, he'll be listed as limited Friday and questionable for Sunday's game versus the Steelers, but there's the added roadblock of an illness that he's dealing with this time around, so his status for Week 17 is up in the air at the moment.

    Published: Thu, Dec 28 at 4:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Thursday

    Walker (shoulder/illness) wasn't taking part in the part of Thursday's practice open to the media, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Walker was present, though, as he deals with a shoulder injury for a second week in a row and also an illness that was listed on Wednesday's practice report. If he goes down as a non-participant for a second straight day -- as he did last week -- he'll have one more chance to mix into drills this time around before the Seahawks potentially hand him a designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers. Walker was able to play in a Week 16 win at Tennessee on his way to 56 yards from…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 28 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out Wednesday's walkthrough

    Walker (shoulder/illness) didn't participate in Wednesday's walkthrough, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Last week, the Seahawks delayed any on-field work for Walker until Friday, so his lack of activity to begin Week 17 prep isn't a surprise. He was listed with the shoulder issue last week, but he's also tending to an illness in Week 17, which could throw a wrench into his status this time around. In any case, Walker has two more chances this week to put himself on a path to suit up Sunday against the Steelers. While playing through the shoulder issue this past Sunday at Tennessee, he easily…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 27 at 4:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to 56 yards on 17 touches

    Walker (shoulder) rushed 16 times for 54 yards and caught one of two targets for two yards in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Titans.

    Analysis: Walker was limited to just one practice session this week by a mild shoulder injury, but his status for Sunday's contest wasn't in question based on team reports. The 23-year-old's workload was unaffected by the nagging injury, as he led Seattle's backfield with 17 touches compared to backfield mate Zach Charbonnet's three. Barring unexpected health issues during the practice week, expect Walker to hover around 20 combined touches against Pittsburgh next Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Dec 24 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Playing Sunday

    Walker (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game at Tennessee.

    Analysis: The second half of Walker's 2023 season has been characterized by injuries, with the current shoulder issue capping the second-year running back to one limited session (Friday) during Week 16 prep. Nevertheless, coach Pete Carroll told Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic on Friday that Walker would play Sunday, and Adam Schefter of ESPN mimicked that sentiment via a report late Saturday. Now that Walker's status has been confirmed, there's a good chance he handles a similar workload to last…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 24 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Seems likely to play

    Walker (shoulder), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Titans, is trending toward playing, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Head coach Pete Carroll echoed a similar sentiment about Walker's status following Friday's practice, which marked the running back's lone on-field work during Week 16 prep. More concerning for Walker's fantasy managers than his health is a difficult matchup against Tennessee's rugged run defense, although that unit may take a step back due to the absence of star lineman Jeffery Simmons (knee), who was placed on injured reserve Saturday. Official confirmation regarding Walker's availability…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 23 at 9:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play

    Coach Pete Carroll said Friday that Walker (shoulder) will play in Sunday's game against the Titans even though he's officially listed as questionable, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Carroll apparently liked what he saw during Friday's practice, which marked Walker's first participation of the week. The running back's absences Wednesday and Thursday don't seem too concerning, especially given the quick turnaround after a Monday win over the Eagles in which Walker took 22 touches for 112 yards and a TD. Cautious fantasy managers may nonetheless want to track the situation ahead of a 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff Sunday to make sure Walker is indeed active against a Titans defense…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 22 at 2:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday

    Walker (shoulder) returned to practice Friday and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Tennessee, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Walker missed practice Wednesday and Thursday, after taking 22 touches for 112 yards and a touchdown in Monday's 20-17 win over the Eagles. His return to practice Friday -- and ability to play through the fourth quarter Monday -- would seem to hint at active status this Sunday, with further updates likely available from coach Pete Carroll and national NFL reporters alike.

    Published: Fri, Dec 22 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still not practicing this week

    Walker (shoulder) didn't participate in Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: After sitting out Wednesday's walkthrough due to a shoulder issue, Walker now has missed back-to-back sessions to begin Week 16 prep. His activity level Friday likely will be key to how the Seahawks decide to list him on their final injury report ahead of Sunday's game at Tennessee. If Walker is limited or even ends up sidelined, the team again would turn over its backfield to rookie second-round pick Zach Charbonnet.

    Published: Thu, Dec 21 at 4:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tending to new injury

    Walker didn't participate in Wednesday's walk-through session due to a shoulder injury, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Walker previously sat out Weeks 12 and 13 with a strained oblique, but he's emerged from Monday's 20-17 win over the Eagles with a new health concern. In that contest, he notched 34 of 61 offensive snaps while reserve running back Zach Charbonnet logged 27. The close gap in usage wasn't reflected in the box score, though, as Walker turned 22 touches into 112 yards from scrimmage and a rushing score, and Charbonnet had four carries for 16 yards. Walker's lack of activity to kick off Week 16 prep…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 20 at 4:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Clears 100 scrimmage yards in win

    Walker rushed 19 times for 86 yards and a touchdown while catching all three of his targets for 26 yards in Monday's 20-17 win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: Walker looked liked his old self after shaking off the rust in his return from injury against San Francisco in Week 14. The 23-year-old teamed up with fill-in starting quarterback Drew Lock to score the pair of touchdowns that helped the Seahawks upset the visiting Eagles on the national stage. Walker finished with 22 touches to backup Zach Charbonnet's five, reinforcing the former's status as the lead back. Expect Walker to continue leading Seattle's backfield in a road matchup against the…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 18 at 9:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles in return to action

    Walker (oblique) had eight carries for 21 yards and caught four of five targets for 33 yards in Sunday's 28-16 loss to San Francisco.

    Analysis: Walker returned from a two-game layoff and was greeted by a buzzsaw in the form of the 49ers' defense Sunday. The 23-year-old wound up receivig two more touches than backfield mate Zach Charbonnet (knee), who was limited in practice this week with an injury of his own. Walker struggled while splitting carries in his first game back, but the lowered usage was likely a result of being eased back into action. Look for the power back's touches to increase in Week 15 with the added day of rest and…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 6:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back in action Sunday

    Walker (oblique) is active for Sunday's game at San Francisco.

    Analysis: After missing the past two contests due to a strained oblique, Walker is back in action for the first time since Week 11. Both he and fellow running back Zach Charbonnet (knee) followed the same practice regimen this week, going DNP on Wednesday, limited Thursday and then full Friday. In the eight outings (Weeks 1-4, 6 and 8-10) in which both have been healthy this season, Walker racked up 123 touches for 500 yards from scrimmage and seven TDs versus Charbonnet's respective 51-284-0 line. A…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 11:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Appears set to return Sunday

    Walker (oblique) is listed as questionable but expected to play in Sunday's game against San Francisco, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Walker has missed the Seahawks' past two games due to an oblique injury, but he practiced fully Friday to clear up most of the lingering concern about his health. Assuming Walker is indeed cleared when Seattle releases its inactive list 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff, he'll likely return to the lead-back role that has been handled by Zach Charbonnet (knee) in his stead. Charbonnet is also listed as questionable and expected to suit up Sunday, per Schefter, but the Seahawks…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 9 at 9:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable after full practice

    Walker (oblique) was a full practice participant Friday, with head coach Pete Carroll expressing optimism that the running back will play in Sunday's game at San Francisco despite being listed as questionable, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Walker and Zach Charbonnet (knee) followed the same practice routine this week, sitting out Wednesday and logging limited sessions Thursday before upgrading to full activity Friday. Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune agrees with Carroll's assessment that Walker is on track to return to action this weekend, though Walker had been ceding about half the running-back snaps to Charbonnet before missing the past two games. The rookie has typically gotten the bulk of his work on passing downs when…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 8 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 14

    Walker (oblique) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at San Francisco, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Walker and Zach Charbonnet (knee) are both taking the same designation into the weekend after returning to practice Thursday as limited participants. The two had been splitting snaps about 50-50 before Walker missed the past two games with an injury, though Walker had a sizable advantage when it came to carry counts. Charbonnet then dominated backfield work in Walker's absence over the past two weeks, with DeeJay Dallas barely playing as the backup until a knee contusion forced Charbonnet out…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 8 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to limited practice

    Walker (oblique) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The same can be said for No. 2 running back Zach Charbonnet (knee), meaning Friday's session will be key for both players as the Seahawks prepare for Sunday's visit to the 49ers. Walker has missed two straight games due to a strained oblique, and while Charbonnet has been filling in for him, he sustained a bruised knee in the fourth quarter last Thursday at Dallas. Walker's upcoming workload, if he's active, may be contingent on Charbonnet's availability, but if both are inhibited or sidelined,…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 7 at 4:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out Wednesday's practice

    Walker (oblique) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Neither Walker nor Zach Charbonnet (knee) took part in drills to begin Week 14 prep, but head coach Pete Carroll told Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times on Wednesday that both running backs logged some reps during an earlier walk-through workout. Walker thus far has missed the Seahawks' last two games due to a strained oblique, and Charbonnet joined him on the injury report this week after sustaining a bruised knee last Thursday in Dallas. As such, the state of Seattle's backfield is in flux…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 6 at 4:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could return Week 14

    Coach Pete Carroll said Friday that Walker (oblique) "might" be able to play Week 14 at the 49ers, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Walker missed the past two games, including a close loss to the Cowboys on Thursday in which replacement starter Zach Charbonnet suffered a knee bruise midway through the fourth quarter. Prior to his injury, the rookie was on track to play more than three-fourths of Seattle's offensive snaps for a second straight week, with backup DeeJay Dallas rarely seeing the field apart from two-minute drills and third downs. It sounds like Charbonnet has a better chance than Walker to suit up against San…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 1 at 10:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sitting out again Thursday

    Walker (oblique) is listed as inactive Thursday at Dallas.

    Analysis: For a second week in a row, Walker wasn't able to log any on-field work due to the oblique injury that he suffered Week 11 at the Rams. Now that he's confirmed to be inactive for another contest, he'll cede the Seahawks backfield to Zach Charbonnet yet again, with DeeJay Dallas and Kenny McIntosh serving as the backups. Walker will turn his focus to getting healthy for Seattle's key Week 14 visit to San Francisco.

    Published: Thu, Nov 30 at 3:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Status in doubt for Thursday

    Walker (oblique) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's game in Dallas, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Walker has yet to practice since suffering an oblique injury Week 11 against the Rams, and his listing on the Seahawks' final Week 13 injury report Wednesday backs up a report from Ian Rapoport of NFL Network that the running back is in line to miss a second straight contest. Assuming he's indeed inactive Thursday, Walker will yield most of Seattle's backfield snaps to second-round pick Zach Charbonnet, while DeeJay Dallas and Kenny McIntosh will be the candidates to support the rookie.

    Published: Wed, Nov 29 at 1:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Availability in doubt for Thursday

    Walker (oblique) appears to be trending in the wrong direction ahead of Thursday's game against the Cowboys, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Walker missed Tuesday's practice while continuing his recovery from the oblique tear that kept him out of last week's Thanksgiving Day loss to the 49ers. With Seattle facing a quick turnaround again in Week 13 with another Thursday game, and with Walker still not practicing, he's beginning to look like a long shot to play in Dallas, though head coach Pete Carroll hasn't yet ruled him out. Wednesday's practice will represent Walker's last chance to get some reps in before being tagged with an…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 29 at 10:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could sit again in Week 13

    Walker (oblique) isn't participating in Tuesday's practice, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Walker sat out the Seahawks' Thanksgiving loss to the 49ers due to a strained oblique, and he may be trending toward another absence in Week 13 with Seattle set to face the Cowboys in a second straight Thursday game. According to Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune, head coach Pete Carroll didn't definitively rule Walker out for this week's contest, but he said the running back will go into the game with "some questions," per Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle. Carroll also noted that he…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 28 at 2:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Monday

    Walker (oblique) didn't practice Monday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: After suffering a strained oblique in Week 11's game against the Rams, Walker was inactive for last Thursday's loss to the 49ers. He's opening Week 13 prep having apparently made little progress, but Seahawks coach Pete Carroll did note Friday that the team was hoping Walker would be able to play Thursday in Dallas even if he doesn't get in much on-field work this week, per Brady Henderson of ESPN.com. If Walker is sidelined again, Zach Charbonnet will be set to lead Seattle's backfield against…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 27 at 4:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Chance to play Week 13

    Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said Friday that the team hopes Walker (oblique) will be able to suit up Week 13 against the Cowboys, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Carroll added that Walker is unlikely to do much in practice prior to the matchup with Dallas, which will be Seattle's second consecutive Thursday game. Walker sat out the 31-13 loss to San Francisco on Thanksgiving Day after hurting his oblique in the team's Week 11 los to the Rams. Zach Charbonnet started in place of Walker against the 49ers, but the rookie produced just 58 scrimmage yards on 18 touches in his first NFL start. Even if Walker ends up being available versus Dallas, he's…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 24 at 1:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially inactive Thursday

    Walker (oblique) is inactive for Thursday's game against the 49ers.

    Analysis: Walker seemed likely to miss at least one contest due to the strained oblique that he suffered this past Sunday versus the Rams after being listed as a DNP on all three of the Seahawks' Week 12 practice reports. However, coach Pete Carroll told Colin Gunther of the team's official site Wednesday that Walker received a doubtful designation "because you never know." It may not mean Walker has a chance to return next Thursday night at Dallas, but his status will continue to be monitored to see how…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 23 at 3:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Doubtful to play Thursday

    Walker (oblique) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's game against the 49ers, Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle reports.

    Analysis: Walker was expected to miss some time due to the oblique strain that he suffered Sunday versus the Rams, and he's now one step closer to sitting out his first game of the season. His status will be confirmed when Seattle releases its inactive list approximately 90 minutes before Thursday's 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff. In Walker's expected absence against San Francisco, the Seahawks will likely turn their backfield over to rookie second-round pick Zach Charbonnet, with DeeJay Dallas and Kenny McIntosh…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 22 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another DNP on Tuesday

    Walker (oblique) was listed as a non-participant on Tuesday's injury report, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: The Seahawks did get in some on-field work Tuesday, but Walker wasn't one of those who took part as he tends to a strained oblique that he suffered Sunday against the Rams. Another absence Wednesday may spur Seattle to rule out the running back ahead of Thursday's game versus the 49ers. Assuming Walker is inactive for Week 12, Zach Charbonnet would be the team's top running back, with potentially all of DeeJay Dallas (shoulder), Kenny McIntosh and practice-squad member Bryant Koback available…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 21 at 5:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • DNP on Monday's practice estimate

    Walker (oblique) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated injury report, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: This comes as no surprise after Walker was considered doubtful to return to Sunday's eventual loss at the Rams due to an oblique injury, which coach Pete Carroll called "legit" in the wake of the game, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. With a short week to prepare for Thursday's contest against the 49ers, he seems like a good bet to be unavailable Week 12, but Carroll said Monday that he doesn't consider Walker to be a candidate for injured reserve, per Schefter. Assuming Walker can't play Thursday,…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 20 at 4:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • DNP on Monday's practice estimate

    Walker (oblique) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated injury report, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: This comes as no surprise after Walker was considered doubtful to return to Sunday's eventual loss at the Rams due to an oblique injury, which coach Pete Carroll called "legit" in the wake of the game, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. With a short week to prepare for Thursday's contest against the 49ers, he seems like a good bet to be unavailable Week 12, but Carroll said Monday that he doesn't consider Walker to be a candidate for injured reserve, per Schefter. Assuming Walker can't play Thursday,…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 20 at 4:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not currently an IR candidate

    Coach Pete Carroll noted Monday that the Seahawks don't consider Walker (oblique) to be an IR candidate at this time, but acknowledged that the team needs to learn more about the running back's injury before determining how much time he might miss, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Given that Seahawks play Thursday night against the 49ers, Walker's Week 12 status is cloudy following his early departure from Sunday's 17-16 loss to the Rams. If he's unavailable versus San Francisco, Zach Charbonnet would be in line to lead the team's backfield, with DeeJay Dallas and Kenny McIntosh on hand to mix in.

    Published: Mon, Nov 20 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not currently an IR candidate

    Coach Pete Carroll noted Monday that the Seahawks don't consider Walker (oblique) to be an IR candidate at this time but acknowledged that the team needs to learn more about the running back's injury before determining how much time he might miss, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Given that the Seahawks play Thursday night against the 49ers, Walker's Week 12 status is cloudy following his early departure from Sunday's 17-16 loss to the Rams. If he's unavailable this week, Zach Charbonnet would be in line to lead the team's backfield, with DeeJay Dallas and Kenny McIntosh on hand to mix in.

    Published: Mon, Nov 20 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could miss time with oblique strain

    Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said after Sunday's 17-16 loss to the Rams that Walker suffered a "legit" oblique strain during the contest, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Walker is in danger of missing additional game action after exiting the Week 11 loss, especially with the Seahawks facing a short week of prep time leading up to Thursday's home game against the 49ers. Zach Charbonnet took on the majority of the running back reps after Walker's exit Sunday, but DeeJay Dallas could also see an uptick in opportunities for the duration of Walker's absence.

    Published: Sun, Nov 19 at 5:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Exits Sunday's game

    Walker was forced out of Sunday's game against the Rams with an oblique injury.

    Analysis: Prior to his exit from the contest, Walker recorded four carries for 18 yards and one catch for minus-2 yards. In his absence, Zach Charbonnet is in line to log added backfield touches versus Los Angeles.

    Published: Sun, Nov 19 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Rips off long TD in win

    Walker rushed 19 times for 63 yards and caught one of his two targets for a 64-yard touchdown in Sunday's 29-26 win over Washington.

    Analysis: Walker struggled to gain much traction as a runner against Washington's defensive front (3.3 YPC), but he finally broke free in the third quarter when he took a short pass from Geno Smith on Seattle's half of the field all the way to the house for the first receiving touchdown of his career. Sunday's strong fantasy output gives the 23-year-old 770 combined yards from scrimmage and seven total touchdowns through nine games this season. Walker's healthy production combined with his firm grip on…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 12 at 6:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets back to full participation

    Walker (chest) practiced fully Thursday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Walker is tending to a health concern for the third time this season, but after sitting out Wednesday's session due to a chest injury, he was uninhibited one day later. His workload has been scaled back somewhat the last two games, resulting in 19 touches for 87 yards from scrimmage during that stretch. Walker will be looking to bounce back Sunday versus a Commanders defense that has conceded both the 11th-most yards per carry (4.2) and receptions (44) to opposing running backs in nine games…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 9 at 4:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tending to chest injury

    Walker didn't practice Wednesday due to a chest injury, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Walker has dealt with the occasional health concern this season, namely Week 1 due to a groin issue and Week 9 with a calf injury, but neither one affected his availability for game day. He had his roughest outing of the campaign this past Sunday against the Browns' top-ranked defense in terms of yards allowed, totaling just 17 yards from scrimmage on 10 touches. With another injury in tow, Walker's status will be one to watch as the weekend draws closer to get a sense of his potential to play…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 8 at 4:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stuffed by Ravens

    Walker rushed the ball nine times for 16 yards in Sunday's 37-3 loss to the Ravens. He added one catch for one yard.

    Analysis: Walker ran into a number of issues in the loss, most notably a game script that didn't allow Seattle to rely on the run game. Along similar lines, Seattle ran only 47 plays while possessing the ball for just under 20 minutes. Finally, Baltimore is among the best defenses in the league, all of which combined for Walker's worst game of the season and his second consecutive matchup with under 10 rushing attempts.

    Published: Sun, Nov 5 at 5:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Only eight carries

    Walker rushed the ball eight times for 66 yards in Sunday's 24-20 win over the Browns. He added one catch for four yards.

    Analysis: Walker battled a calf injury coming out of a Week 7 matchup against the Cardinals and was unable to practice Wednesday or Thursday. While he entered Sunday's game without an injury designation, it's possible the issue nagged him as he was held to a season-low in carries. Though it was a disappointing result, Walker was in a particularly tough matchup and still has at least 60 rushing yards in six of his seven games this season.

    Published: Sun, Oct 29 at 6:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Avoids injury designation

    Walker (calf) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Browns, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: The Seahawks were apparently just being cautious when they held Walker out of practice Wednesday and Thursday with a minor calf injury. He has a bit more competition for playing time this week with backup Zach Charbonnet cleared to return from a one-game absence due to a hamstring injury, but the rookie's presence hadn't been stopping Walker from ranking among the league leaders in carries and rushing touchdowns through the first six weeks of the season. A tough Cleveland defense is probably…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 27 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still no activity at practice

    Walker (calf) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Walker now has only one more opportunity to fit in some on-field work this week as he tends to a calf injury. As for the rest of Seattle's injured running backs, Zach Charbonnet (hamstring) returned to a full practice Thursday, and Kenny McIntosh (knee), who was designated for return from injured reserve Wednesday, also didn't have a cap on his reps. If Walker is limited or sidelined this weekend, Charbonnet likely would be the biggest beneficiary, with DeeJay Dallas and potentially McIntosh…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 26 at 4:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with calf issue

    Walker didn't take part in Wednesday's practice due to a calf injury, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: The Seahawks' first Week 8 injury report includes three running backs, with Walker sitting out Wednesday's session entirely and Zach Charbonnet (hamstring) and Kenny McIntosh (knee) logging limited sessions. Walker has handled the vast majority of the team's backfield reps this season, logging at least a 60 percent snap share in five of six games and also cranking out 122 touches for 556 yards from scrimmage and six rushing scores. He'll have two more chances to mix into drills this week before…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 25 at 5:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cracks century mark Sunday

    Walker rushed 26 times for 105 yards while catching two of three targets for six yards in Sunday's 20-10 win over Arizona.

    Analysis: Walker averaged an even four yards per carry en route to his first 100-yard game of the season. The 26 carries were the bruising back's most through six games as the Seahawks leaned on the run game sans star wideout DK Metcalf (ribs/hip). Walker couldn't extend his touchdown streak to five games Sunday, but his status as a must-start fantasy option remains intact heading into next Sunday's tilt against Cleveland.

    Published: Sun, Oct 22 at 4:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies 89 total yards

    Walker rushed 19 times for 62 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 17-13 loss to the Bengals. He added three receptions for 27 yards.

    Analysis: Walker had an excellent opening drive for Seattle, accounting for 34 total yards while also scoring a touchdown. He found running room more difficult to find after that, though his strong involvement as a receiver covered up some of his inefficiency on the ground. Walker has now found the end zone in four consecutive games and has six total touchdowns across five contests. He should find more room to roam in a Week 7 matchup against Arizona and will look to record his first 100-yard rushing…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 5:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Touchdown binge continues

    Walker had 17 carries for 79 yards and a touchdown in Monday's 24-3 win over the Giants.

    Analysis: Walker's short touchdown run in the second quarter extended his scoring streak to three weeks, providing fantasy managers with 289 combined yards and a whopping five touchdowns over that period. The 22-year-old was not targeted as a receiver against the Giants, but he commanded 17 of the Seahawk's 22 running back carries in the primetime win. Walker will get an opportunity to rest from his scoring frenzy on Seattle's upcoming bye week, resuming play Week 6 at Cincinnati on Sunday, Oct. 15

    Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 8:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores two TDs against Carolina

    Walker carried the ball 18 times for 97 yards and two touchdowns and caught all three of his targets for 59 yards in Sunday's 37-27 win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: Both TDs came in the second half as the Seahawks pulled away, with Walker getting into the end zone on a one-yard plunge in the third quarter and a seven-yard run in the fourth. His 59 receiving yards were also a career high, topping the 55 yards he hauled in last year in Week 10. Walker appears headed for another productive day in Week 4 against a Giants defense that's allowed four rushing touchdowns to running backs through its first three games.

    Published: Sun, Sep 24 at 7:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone twice in win

    Walker rushed 17 times for 43 yards and two touchdowns and brought in one of two targets for 11 yards in the Seahawks' 37-31 overtime win over the Lions on Sunday.

    Analysis: Walker encountered tough sledding on the ground against what definitely appears to be an improved Lions run defense, but he made up for it from a fantasy perspective by scoring one- and three-yard touchdowns. He's been the clear lead back in Seattle's ground attack over the first two games, and on Sunday, he outpaced rookie Zach Charbonnet by 13 carries. Walker will next set his sights on the Panthers, who'll come into town for a Week 3 matchup.

    Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads backfield in loss

    Walker (groin) rushed 12 times for 64 yards and caught four passes (five targets) for three yards in Sunday's 30-13 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: Walker dominated the backfield touches over DeeJay Dallas (two carries) and Zach Charbonnet (three carries) while garnering five of the six total passing targets doled out to running backs. Fantasy managers who drafted the oft-injured back should feel enthralled about the hefty workload after he dealt with a preseason groin injury. Walker could be primed for big numbers as Seattle's lead rusher so long as he stays off the injury report.

    Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 5:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Week 1 takeoff

    Walker (groin) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Rams, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: There was some concern Thursday after the Seahawks added him to the injury report as a limited participant with a groin injury. Walker missed part of training camp with a groin issue, but that was in late July and early August before he came back in mid-August with no reports of a setback or incident. He's expected to lead the Seattle rushing attack again, though he'll have to look over his shoulder after the team used a second-round pick on a running back for the second straight offseason,…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 8 at 1:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still dealing with groin injury

    Walker was limited at Thursday's practice due to a groin injury, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Walker spent training camp tending to a minor groin strain, which kept him on the sidelines for the entire preseason slate. He eventually logged a full practice on Aug. 17 and even kicked off Week 1 prep with a similar session, but the injury clearly isn't behind him on the eve of the regular season. Thursday's limitations may have been a precautionary measure, but Walker's status on Friday's practice report will be one to watch out for to see if he enters the weekend as questionable.

    Published: Thu, Sep 7 at 4:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Slated to start

    Walker is listed as the Seahawks' starting running back on the team's initial Week 1 depth chart.

    Analysis: Walker dealt with a groin injury to start training camp, but he returned to full practices before the third preseason game. He didn't play at all during the preseason as a precaution. The second-year running back faced competition from rookie second-round pick Zach Charbonnet during camp, but Walker appears set to head into the Sept. 10 opener versus the Rams as the No. 1 back. Waker's placement on the depth chart isn't surprising after he rushed for 1,050 yards and nine touchdowns on 228…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 30 at 6:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs full practice Thursday

    Coach Pete Carroll said Walker (groin) participated fully at Thursday's practice, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Walker has been dealing with a minor groin strain since the first day of training camp. After returning to practice this past Saturday, he was spotted working in individual and blocking drills Wednesday, but team drills weren't on the docket for him until Thursday, per Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle. It's unclear if the Seahawks will clear Walker to play in Saturday's preseason game against the Cowboys, but such a decision may not beome known until shortly before the 10:00 p.m. ET kickoff.

    Published: Thu, Aug 17 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Team drills still to come

    Walker (groin) practiced Wednesday but didn't mix into any team drills, Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle reports.

    Analysis: Walker was in a helmet before practice and proceeded to take part in individual work and blocking drills, per Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times. However, Walker has yet to be cleared for all activities since returning to practice Saturday. Given that head coach Pete Carroll called Walker "week-to-week" when the running back initially suffered a minor groin strain in the first practice of training camp, the Seahawks likely will continue to take things slow with the second-year pro with an eye…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 16 at 4:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice Saturday

    Walker (groin) returned to practice Saturday, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Sidelined since the first day of Seahawks training camp due to a minor groin strain, Walker didn't suit up for the team's first preseason contest Thursday, which allowed rookie second-rounder Zach Charbonnet to get some run. Walker was contained to individual work Saturday, so he may need to progress to team drills in order to gain clearance to play in one of the final two exhibitions, the first of which comes Saturday, Aug. 19 against the Cowboys.

    Published: Sat, Aug 12 at 3:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back to running full speed

    Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said Wednesday that Walker (groin) has progressed to running at full speed in a straight line, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Walker is considered week-to-week while he's been sidelined since the first day of training camp due to a minor groin strain. While the Seahawks plan for the running back to move on to cutting in the next few days, he'll nonetheless be sidelined for Thursday's preseason opener versus the Vikings. With rookie seventh-rounder Kenny McIntosh also tending to a sprained knee at the moment, 2023 second-rounder Zach Charbonnet, DeeJay Dallas, Bryant Koback, SaRodorick Thompson and Wayne Taulapapa are…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 9 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing yet

    Walker (groin) is present at Thursday's practice but doesn't have a helmet, Bridget Condon of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Walker has been out for about a week now, which coach Pete Carroll using the term "week-to-week" to describe his status Monday. Meanwhile, fellow running back Zach Charbonnet (shoulder) is back in action sooner than expected after missing only three practices, giving him a nice opportunity to take more snaps with the starters while Walker remains limited to observing from the sideline.

    Published: Thu, Aug 3 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Called week-to-week by coach

    Coach Pete Carroll labeled Walker (groin) week-to-week Monday, Kevin Patra of NFL.com reports.

    Analysis: Carroll said the team is taking a cautious approach with Walker and fellow injured running back Zach Charbonnet (shoulder) to avoid exacerbating their injuries. While Seattle's top two running backs heal, DeeJay Dallas and Kenny McIntosh will have more prominent roles in practice. We may not see Walker in a game situation until Week 1 against the Rams on Sunday, Sept. 10.

    Published: Mon, Jul 31 at 9:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with minor groin strain

    Coach Pete Carroll said Sunday that Walker has been held out of practice over the past few days due to a minor groin strain, Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle reports.

    Analysis: Walker missed a third consecutive day of practice Sunday, but his absence has been deemed precautionary, as Carroll said the team is holding the running back out to prevent a more significant injury. Although Carroll downplayed the severity of Walker's issue Sunday, he indicated that he could be out a while. Carroll also said that Zach Charbonnet (shoulder) will be out indefinitely, so DeeJay Dallas and Kenny McIntosh will likely see increased work at camp in the near future. Walker's…read more

    Published: Sun, Jul 30 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still not practicing

    Walker didn't practice Sunday due to an undisclosed injury, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Walker has missed three straight days after participating in the Seahawks' first practice of training camp. Rookie Zach Charbonnet also has sat out back-to-back sessions with an undisclosed issue, so this is certainly a storyline worth following. Head coach Pete Carroll may provide a more concrete update following Sunday's practice, but if both running backs are forced to miss time, DeeJay Dallas, Kenny McIntosh, Bryant Koback and Wayne Taulapapa would all be candidates for increased work.

    Published: Sun, Jul 30 at 2:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Challenged by Charbonnet

    Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Walker and rookie Zach Charbonnet "will be battling", Seattle Sports 770 reports. "We're gonna find out how far [Charbonnet] can take it in terms of the receiving part of it," Carroll said. "We know he's really good at it. But so is Kenneth, so those guys will be battling."

    Analysis: It isn't quite clear from Carroll's comment if he's referring to competing for playing time in general or specifically on passing downs. Charbonnet, an incoming second-round pick, caught 61 passes in two seasons at UCLA, whereas Walker (a 2022 second-rounder) had only 19 receptions in three seasons between Wake Forest and MSU. Walker did catch 27 balls as a rookie, though for only 165 yards (6.1 per catch, 4.7 YPT) while doing nearly all of his damage on the ground to the tune of a 228-1,050-9…read more

    Published: Tue, May 2 at 8:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Joined by Day 2 rookie

    Walker will be joined in the backfield by 2023 second-round running back Zach Charbonnet, Gregg Bell of The News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: A second-round pick in 2022, Walker started the season injured and didn't take over as the starter until Rashaad Penny went down with a broken leg Week 5. Walker never looked back once being handed the reins, as he finished the regular season with 1,050 yards and nine touchdowns on 228 carries (4.6 YPC) and 27 catches (on 35 targets) for 165 yards. Notably, he posted 100-plus rushing yards in each of the final three games. Despite the dominant effort, it's not surprising that the Seahawks added…read more

    Published: Sun, Apr 30 at 12:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone against Niners

    Walker carried the ball 15 times for 63 yards and a touchdown and caught his only target for three yards in Saturday's 41-23 wild-card loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Facing perhaps the best run defense in the league, Walker held his own and ran in a seven-yard score early in the second quarter for Seattle's first points of the day. The running back's playoff effort capped a rookie season that saw him compile 1,050 yards and nine touchdowns on the ground in the regular season despite not taking over the starting role until Week 6. Walker should begin the 2023 campaign as the unquestioned No. 1 back for Seattle even if Rashaad Penny (ankle) gets re-signed.

    Published: Sat, Jan 14 at 6:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for wild-card round

    Walker (ankle) doesn't have a designation for Saturday's wild-card game at San Francisco, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Walker avoided Seattle's first injury report of the week entirely Tuesday before showing up one day later as a non-participant due to the ankle injury that has lingered since early December. With his status cleared up ahead of the weekend, though, Wednesday's absence clearly was maintenance-based, likely to keep the rookie second-round pick as healthy as possible. Walker thus is set to lead the team's backfield Saturday, which has resulted in 98 touches for 450 yards from scrimmage and no TDs…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 12 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Wednesday

    Walker (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Walker wasn't listed on Tuesday's estimated injury report, so his absence one day later likely is maintenance-based due to the ankle issue that he's dealt with since early December. Whether he's able to rid himself of a designation ahead of Saturday's wild-card game at San Francisco won't be confirmed one way or another until after Seattle releases its final injury report of the week Thursday. Since getting hurt Week 13 at the Rams, Walker sat out Week 14 but has proceeded to real off 98…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 11 at 4:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Extensive workload in overtime win

    Walker carried the ball 29 times for 114 yards in Sunday's 19-16 overtime win over the Rams. He added one catch for 10 yards.

    Analysis: Walker saw a career-high 29 rushing attempts, his third consecutive game with at least 20 carries. He wasn't particularly efficient -- he averaged 3.9 yards per carry -- though he did manage a couple long gains of 20 and 15 yards. Walker closed an impressive rookie campaign with 1,050 rushing yards, which is made even more notable due to the fact that he had only 58 yards through Week 4. The Seahawks await their postseason fate, but Walker will be a key to any potential playoff run for the team.

    Published: Sun, Jan 8 at 6:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to play

    Walker (ankle/illness) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Rams, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Walker topped 20 carries and 100 rushing yards while playing through the same ankle injury the past two weeks, and he'll be out there Sunday despite missing some practice time because of an illness. The Seahawks may ride the rookie hard again, as they need a win plus a Packers loss to qualify for the playoffs.

    Published: Fri, Jan 6 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice yet this week

    Walker (ankle/illness) was held out of Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: It's uncertain whether a lingering ankle concern, an illness or a combination of the two are keeping Walker sidelined this week, but he has yet to log any activity after two sessions. The same can be said for fellow running backs Travis Homer (ankle) and DeeJay Dallas (ankle), so the situation in the Seahawks backfield remains in flux with just one more chance to practice during Week 18 prep. Friday's injury report will unveil if any of the trio sidestep a designation ahead of Sunday's game…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 5 at 4:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Wednesday

    Walker didn't practice Wednesday due to an ankle injury and an illness, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: The Seahawks have been especially cautious with Walker since he sustained an ankle injury Week 13 at the Rams. He sat out Week 14 against the Panthers, but he's played in each of the last three games despite not logging many, if any, practice reps before those kickoffs. Overall, the rookie second-round pick has racked up 68 touches for 326 yards from scrimmage during that stretch, including back-to-back 100-yard efforts on the ground. Fellow running backs Travis Homer (ankle) and DeeJay Dallas…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 4 at 4:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Runs all over Jets

    Walker carried the ball 23 times for 133 yards and caught his only target for nine yards in Sunday's 23-6 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: The rookie running back posted his second straight 100-yard game and the second-biggest rushing total of his young career to help keep the Seahawks' playoff chances alive. Walker needs just 64 more rushing yards to reach 1,000 for the season heading into a Week 18 clash with a Rams defense that just got torched for 122 yards and two touchdowns by Austin Ekeler.

    Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 8:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Playing Sunday

    Walker (ankle) is listed as active Sunday versus the Jets.

    Analysis: Walker has been tending to an ankle injury for most of the last month, sitting out Week 14 against the Panthers but playing both of the last two games. During that span, he tallied 44 touches for 184 yards from scrimmage, so he should be good to handle his typical majority share of the backfield work for the Seahawks.

    Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 11:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play

    Coach Pete Carroll said Friday that Walker (ankle) is expected to play and should have "fresh legs" for Sunday's game against the Jets, Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle reports.

    Analysis: The rookie officially is listed as questionable after not practicing Wednesday and being limited Thursday and Friday. It sounds like his availability won't actually come down to the 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff, though cautious fantasy managers may want to keep a distant eye on the situation anyway given some of the injury shenanigans that have come out of Seattle the past few years. Walker played through the same ankle injury last week and took 28 touches for 105 yards in a loss to the Chiefs after…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 30 at 2:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable

    Walker (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle reports.

    Analysis: Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune suggests Walker and WR Tyler Lockett (questionable, hand) both are likely to play with the Seahawks battling for a wild-card spot, though it is possible neither is at his best. Walker played through the same ankle injury last week and took 28 touches for 105 yards from scrimmage in a loss to the Chiefs, so he figures to give it another go ahead of Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Dec 30 at 1:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited practice Thursday

    Walker (ankle) was limited in practice Thursday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Walker didn't practice last week due to a lingering ankle injury, but he was able to suit up for Saturday's eventual loss at Kansas City and turn 53 percent of the snaps into 105 yards from scrimmage on 28 touches. With an increase in activity Thursday from Wednesday's DNP, he appears to be getting healthier, while reserve running backs DeeJay Dallas (ankle) and Travis Homer (ankle) were limited and non-participants, respectively. If Walker again is able to handle the No. 1 role out of…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 29 at 4:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Wednesday

    Walker (ankle) was held out of Wednesday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Walker also didn't practice last week due to the same listed injury before suiting up Saturday in Kansas City and pacing the Seahawks backfield to the tune of 53 percent of the snaps and 28 touches for 105 yards from scrimmage. The rest of Seattle's running backs (DeeJay Dallas and Travis Homer) combined for 36 plays and eight touches, so Walker clearly is the team's top option on the ground if he's available. Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune suggested the Seahawks are limiting Walker's…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 28 at 4:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Powers through pain for big day

    Walker (ankle/back) rushed 26 times for 107 yards and lost two yards on two receptions in Saturday's 24-10 loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: It was tough sledding early on for Walker after he managed just 10 yards on his first eight carries. Seattle stuck with the run despite playing from behind, resulting in the rookie's third 100-yard rushing game of the season. Head coach Pete Carroll noted that Walker jammed his ankle a couple of times over the course of the contest, but that his lead back was able to finish without issues, according to Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times. Walker's fantasy managers appeared to have dodged a…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 24 at 2:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up Week 16

    Walker (ankle/back) is active for Saturday's game against the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Though Walker sat out practices Tuesday through Thursday due to his pair of injuries and ended up taking a questionable tag into the weekend, Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll indicated the running back would play Saturday. Carroll's prediction will ultimately come to pass after Walker avoided the inactive list, but it's unclear if the rookie will be limited to any degree while he's still banged up. After sitting out the Seahawks' Week 14 loss to the Panthers, Walker didn't have any major…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 24 at 8:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still on track to play Saturday

    Walker (ankle/back), who is listed as questionable for Saturday's game at Kansas City after not practicing in any capacity this week, is still expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll told reporters as much Thursday, but it didn't stop Seattle from elevating two running backs (Godwin Igwebuike and Wayne Gallman) from the practice squad Friday. With Rapoport relaying that Walker is still on pace to play, however, it's possible that the addition of Gallman may have been in anticipation of an absence from DeeJay Dallas (ankle), who is also listed as questionable. Igwebuike, meanwhile, appears to have established himself as Seattle's top kickoff…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 24 at 5:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • On pace to play Saturday

    Coach Pete Carroll said Thursday that Walker (ankle/back) is in line to play Saturday at Kansas City, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Walker didn't practice Tuesday through Thursday and is listed as questionable for Week 16 action. The Seahawks even tacked on a back issue to his existing ankle injury Thursday, which Carroll chalked up to "a little bit of a spasm," according to Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle. Still, though, the team is expected to have Walker's services Saturday, something that'll be confirmed approximately 90 minutes before a 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. Carroll also said DeeJay Dallas (ankle) is slated to return…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 22 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Status in question for Week 16

    Walker (ankle/back) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game at Kansas City, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Seattle held Walker out of practice Tuesday and Wednesday, and he likely went down as a non-participant at the final session of Week 16 prep Thursday, per Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune. With game statuses now known for this weekend, Walker not only has the lingering ankle issue attached to his name, but a back injury as well. The rookie second-round pick's upcoming availability thus is up in the air, but managers who may be relying on Walker at least will be aware if he's active or not…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 22 at 1:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Spectator for last Week 16 practice

    Walker (ankle) wasn't spotted practicing with the Seahawks' other healthy players during the media-access portion of Thursday's session, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Later Thursday, the Seahawks will release their final Week 16 injury report, with Bell expecting that Walker will be listed as questionable for Saturday's game in Kansas City after going down as a non-participant Tuesday and Wednesday. While a lack of practice activity won't disqualify Walker from potentially suiting up this weekend, it's not an especially ideal scenario for fantasy managers who are weighing whether to include the rookie back in lineups for Week 16. In what's otherwise been a…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 22 at 8:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out another practice

    Walker (ankle) didn't take part in Wednesday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: While Walker was spotted on the practice field Wednesday, he didn't record any activity for a second straight day, which affords him just one more chance to log reps this week. Thursday's session and the Seahawks' subsequent injury report will be key to determining whether he enters the weekend with a designation for Saturday's game at Kansas City. Fellow running back DeeJay Dallas (ankle) increased his activity from no participation Tuesday to limited work Wednesday, so he appears to be a step…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 21 at 4:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Seen at practice Wednesday

    Walker (ankle) is present at Wednesday's practice, but he didn't take part during the media-access portion of the session, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Walker officially kicked off Week 16 prep with an absence Tuesday, but it's unclear if he'll replicate that listing one day later. If he does, he'll be afforded just one more opportunity to mix into drills before the Seahawks likely tab him with a designation for Saturday's contest in Kansas City. With DeeJay Dallas (ankle) also sitting out Tuesday, Travis Homer is the only healthy running back on Seattle's active roster after the team waived Tony Jones earlier Wednesday.

    Published: Wed, Dec 21 at 3:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Tuesday

    Coach Pete Carroll said Walker (ankle) won't participate in Tuesday's practice, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Walker sat out Week 14 due to a right ankle injury, but he was able to play last Thursday against the 49ers after following an LP/FP/FP practice regimen. He ended up playing a typical 75 percent of snaps and notched 16 touches for 79 yards from scrimmage, but with the Seahawks embarking on Week 16 prep Tuesday, he'll kick it off with no activity. Carroll ominously said, "We'll see," when it comes to Walker this week, so his status will be one to watch as Saturday's game at Kansas City…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 12:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Modest numbers in Week 15 loss

    Walker rushed 12 times for 47 yards and brought in four of five targets for 32 yards in the Seahawks' 21-13 loss to the 49ers on Thursday night.

    Analysis: Walker actually managed to make some inroads against the league's best run defense, and his work in the passing game complemented his rushing production nicely. The rookie back didn't seem to show any ill effects from the ankle injury that had sidelined him in Seattle's Week 14 loss to the Panthers, and he'll now have extra time to get healthier before a critical Week 16 road contest versus the Chiefs a week from Saturday.

    Published: Thu, Dec 15 at 9:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Removed from injury report

    Walker (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation for Thursday's game against San Francisco, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Less than an hour after head coach Pete Carroll said Walker would be listed as questionable, the final injury report shows the running back with no game designation at all. Walker is thus expected to step back in as the lead runner, though it'll be against a top defense and with some possibility that he cedes more snaps to Travis Homer than he typically would. Fellow running back DeeJay Dallas (ankle) is listed as questionable and could also be an option to avoid putting too much of the load on…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 14 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will be listed as questionable

    Walker (ankle) will be listed as questionable for Thursday's game against San Francisco, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Walker's return to full practice participation Tuesday seemingly puts him on track to play, so he may be closer to "probable," if that injury designation still existed. Head coach Pete Carroll said Wednesday that the rookie running back looked good in practice, but the team's decision to list him as questionable means fantasy managers should make sure Walker isn't listed among Seattle's inactives before Thursday's 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff. While Walker was sidelined last week, Travis Homer played…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 14 at 1:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs full practice

    Walker (ankle) was listed as a full participant at Tuesday's practice, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: After sitting out the Week 14 loss to the Panthers, Walker was listed as a limited participant on Monday's estimated practice report. Seattle returned to the field Tuesday for a more traditional practice session, with Walker taking every rep in the session. The full practice likely puts Walker in position to reclaim his lead role out of the Seattle backfield Thursday against the 49ers, provided he avoids any setbacks during Wednesday's session. Travis Homer, who served as Seattle's primary back…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 13 at 6:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited on estimated report

    Walker (ankle) was listed as a limited participant on Monday's practice estimate, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Walker was unable to practice in any capacity last week after suffering what coach Pete Carroll termed a right calf strain Week 13 at the Rams, which sidelined him Sunday versus the Panthers. While the Seahawks didn't hold a session Monday, Walker would have managed some on-field work if the team had done so, meaning he's made some noticeable progress in his recovery effort. He'll have two more chances this week to mix into drills before Seattle potentially makes a ruling on his availability…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 12 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially out for Week 14

    Walker (ankle) is listed as inactive Sunday versus the Panthers.

    Analysis: The Seahawks will be without both Walker and DeeJay Dallas (ankle) in their backfield for Week 14. According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com, the team is hopeful that Walker will be available for Thursday's game against the 49ers, but the rookie second-round pick first will need to take part in practice, which he was unable to do Wednesday through Friday due to his recovery from the right ankle strain he sustained last Sunday at the Rams. In Walker's place, some combination of Travis Homer, Tony…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 11 at 11:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to play Sunday

    Walker (ankle) isn't in line to play Sunday against the Panthers, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Walker and DeeJay Dallas are the question marks in the Seahawks backfield for Week 14 action due to their respective ankle injuries, and both are trending toward DNPs on Sunday, per Fowler. Walker himself is dealing with a strain that stems from getting his right ankle jammed last Sunday at the Rams, which didn't allow him to practice Wednesday through Friday. Despite the likely upcoming inactive status, Seattle is hopeful that the rookie second-round pick will be available for Week 15 against…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 10 at 7:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Labeled as game-day call

    Head coach Pete Carroll said that Walker (ankle), who is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Panthers, is considered a game-day decision, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Walker and fellow running back DeeJay Dallas (ankle) were both labeled as game-day decisions after failing to practice in any capacity Wednesday through Friday. The lack of practice activity doesn't bode well for Walker's chances of playing against Carolina, but the Seahawks will presumably wait and see how he feels after an early workout Sunday before making a call on his status ahead of the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff. With Dallas in a similar situation, the Seahawks are tentatively left with Travis…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 9 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Deemed questionable for Week 14

    Walker (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Along with Walker, reserve DeeJay Dallas (ankle) is also listed as questionable, after both running backs weren't able to practice in any capacity Wednesday through Friday, per Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic. Seattle is tentatively left with Travis Homer and Tony Jones as the healthy running backs on the 53-man roster, though the team is presumably hopeful that at least one of Walker or Dallas will be able to play through their respective injuries. Even if Walker avoids the inactive list…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 9 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Thursday

    Walker (ankle) didn't practice Thursday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Walker has yet to take part in drills this week as he deals with a right ankle strain, which was the result of getting his right ankle jammed this past Sunday at the Rams. Meanwhile, fellow running back DeeJay Dallas (ankle) also has logged back-to-back DNPs, and Travis Homer (knee) got back to a full practice Thursday. Considering this last point, Homer seems to be the best bet of the trio to be available Sunday against the Panthers, with Friday's injury report potentially including a ruling…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 8 at 4:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Wednesday

    Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said Walker (ankle) won't take part in practice Wednesday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Fellow running back DeeJay Dallas (ankle) will also begin the week as a spectator, while Travis Homer (knee) and Tony Jones are slated to practice to kick off Week 14 prep. Walker himself is tending to an ankle strain that stems from jamming his right ankle this past Sunday at the Rams, which sidelined him beyond the midpoint of the second quarter. The Seahawks backfield is in flux ahead of Sunday's contest against the Panthers, but there's a chance some of the team's three practice-squad…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 7 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not ruled out for Week 14

    Coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Walker is dealing with a right ankle strain and could be available for Sunday's game against the Panthers, though the team can't confirm his status yet, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Carroll called Walker's injury "unusual," but it's a good sign that the rookie running back hasn't been ruled out for Week 14 already. Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports that the Seahawks have already received results from Monday's MRI, so it appears that further information on Walker's status could rely on what he's able to do in practice this week. Meanwhile, Travis Homer is nursing a sprained knee, and DeeJay Dallas suffered "somewhat of a high ankle issue," per Boyle, but he was…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 9:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Getting ankle checked

    Walker is scheduled to undergo tests Monday to evaluate what Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll has termed as a "jammed" right ankle, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Walker exited in the first half of Sunday's 27-23 win over the Rams with the ankle injury, finishing the day with three carries for 36 yards across 14 snaps. According to Rapoport, Walker's injury is different from a sprain because the joint of his ankle jammed down, but the Seahawks are still trying to determine the severity of the issue. Walker's upcoming tests should shed more light on his availability for the Seahawks' Week 14 game against the Panthers.

    Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 6:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not returning Sunday

    Walker (ankle) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's contest at the Rams, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Walker was examined in the middle of the second quarter and eventually was deemed to have a right ankle injury, which won't allow him to log any more Week 13 action. Prior to his exit, he had three carries for 36 yards and didn't haul in his only target. With Travis Homer (illness) inactive and Rashaad Penny (ankle/fibula) on injured reserve, the Seahawks backfield has been whittled down to DeeJay Dallas and Tony Jones.

    Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sustains ankle injury Sunday

    Walker departed Sunday's game at the Rams due to an ankle injury.

    Analysis: After a Seahawks possession in the second quarter, Walker was seen getting examined by team personnel and later remained on the sideline with his right leg propped up on the bench. It's unclear if he has a chance to return, but as long as the rookie second-round pick is out, this backfield will be the domain of DeeJay Dallas and perhaps Tony Jones, with Travis Homer (illness) inactive and Rashaad Penny (ankle/fibula) out for the season.

    Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone twice against Vegas

    Walker carried the ball 14 times for 26 yards and two touchdowns while catching his only target for 13 yards in Sunday's 40-34 overtime loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: For the second straight game, Walker was largely held in check, and 12 of his runs netted him a total of zero yards. Fortunately, the other two resulted in a 12-yard TD in the first quarter and a 14-yard score in the third. Seattle's rookie RB will look to produce more yards in Week 13 against a Rams defense that just had trouble containing fellow first-year back Isiah Pacheco.

    Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 7:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Work as pass catcher saves day

    Walker rushed the ball 10 times for 17 yards in Sunday's 21-16 loss to the Buccaneers. He added six receptions on eight targets for 55 yards.

    Analysis: Walker was bottled up as a rusher and the Seahawks were forced to abandon the run due to game script, which resulted in his lowest rushing yardage total since taking over as the starter. However, he became a significant part of Seattle's passing attack in the second half -- both on designed plays and as a check-down option -- to turn in his most prolific day as a receiver. It's also notable that no other running back on the roster recorded either a rushing attempt or a target, so Walker has a…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 13 at 11:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores twice against Cards

    Walker carried the ball 26 times for 109 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 31-21 win over the Cardinals. He also caught three of four targets for 20 yards.

    Analysis: Both scores came in the fourth quarter, as Walker put the game out of Arizona's reach. Walker has gotten into the end zone in five straight games, scoring seven TDs in total over that stretch while amassing 512 rushing yards. The rookie should be one of the focal points of the Seattle offense again in a Week 10 clash with the Buccaneers in Germany.

    Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 5:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets into end zone in win

    Walker carried the ball 18 times for 51 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-13 win over the Giants. He also caught one of two targets for one yard.

    Analysis: The rookie running back was headed for a disappointing performance until he iced the game with a 16-yard TD run late in the fourth quarter. Walker has gotten into the end zone in four straight games, amassing 403 rushing yards and five TDs during that stretch, and he stands a good chance of extending that streak to five games in Week 9 against a Cardinals defense he gashed for 97 yards and a score in their first meeting.

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 9:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Erupts against Chargers

    Walker carried the ball 23 times for 168 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 37-23 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: While he didn't see any action as a receiver, Walker didn't need to supplement his production on the ground. If there was a downside to his performance it's that he was tackled in the end zone for a safety early in the fourth quarter as Los Angeles looked to spark a comeback, but the rookie running back atoned with a 74-yard TD run about seven minutes later, putting the game out of reach. It was Walker's first career 100-yard game and first multi-TD effort, but it likely won't be his last in…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 23 at 6:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dominates work, looks good

    Walker carried the ball 21 times for 97 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 19-9 win over Arizona. He added two receptions for 13 yards.

    Analysis: Walker dominated carries out of Seattle's backfield as expected in the first week without Rashaad Penny (ankle), accounting for 21 of the team's 30 rushing attempts. He displayed some big-play ability by ripping off gains of 34, 21 and 17 yards, and he also recorded an 11-yard rushing score. While Walker isn't known for his receiving ability, it was encouraging to see him involved in the passing game -- even at a minimal level. Walker should carry a heavy workload once again in Week 7 against…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 16 at 8:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for starting gig

    Walker is primed to step into Seattle's primary running back role with Rashaad Penny (lower leg) done for the season, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Walker will get a chance to lead the Seahawks backfield with Penny set for season-ending surgery to address a broken fibula. The rookie second-round pick had eight carries for 88 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 39-32 loss to the Saints, highlighted by a 69-yard breakaway score, but he's still yet to log double-digit attempts in a single game. There's a good chance that changes Week 6 versus the Cardinals, as DeeJay Dallas currently is the only healthy running back on Seattle's roster,…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 10 at 11:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expanded role likely

    Walker carried eight times for 88 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 39-32 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: Walker made his mark Sunday with a 69-yard scoring jaunt in the fourth quarter, and with fellow back Rashaad Penny having suffered what head coach Pete Carroll described as a "serious" ankle injury, accordingGregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune, the rookie second-round pick looks set to see an expanded role in Seattle's offense, beginning with the Seahawks' Week 6 game against the Cardinals. Look for more context regarding Penny's injury to surface no later than Monday, but Walker could be on…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to play Week 5

    Walker (shoulder) is active Week 5 against the Saints.

    Analysis: Walker was limited in practice by a shoulder injury on consecutive days this week, but it won't stop him from suiting up Sunday. Last week, Walker barely saw a third of the snaps, playing second fiddle to Rashaad Penny -- a role that translated to just eight carries for 29 yards. It's unclear if the rookie will carve out a greater piece of the pie against a tough Saints run defense, especially given the recent injury.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Status up in air for Sunday

    Walker (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in New Orleans, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Walker made a sudden appearance on the Seahawks' injury report Thursday as limited due to a shoulder issue, which now is making his status for Week 5 murky. Fortunately for fantasy managers, his availability, or lack thereof, will become known about 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. Even if he's able to suit up this weekend, though, the rookie second-round pick will be working behind top running back Rashaad Penny, which so far has amounted to 4.3 touches for 18 yards from…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 7 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with shoulder issue

    Walker was limited at Thursday's practice by a shoulder injury, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Walker avoided the injury report entirely to kick off Week 5 prep, so his midweek addition is somewhat concerning. He'll aim to bump back up to all activity at Friday's session, after which the Seahawks may provide some clarity regarding his availability for Sunday's contest at New Orleans. Even if he ends up being available this weekend, though, Walker will play second fiddle in Seattle's backfield to Rashaad Penny (shoulder), who followed up a DNP on Wednesday with a full practice Thursday.

    Published: Thu, Oct 6 at 4:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 24 yards

    Walker rushed eight times for 29 yards and caught his lone target for a five-yard loss in Sunday's 48-45 win over the Lions.

    Analysis: Walker was on the field for 25 offensive snaps (36 percent), but he wasn't effective on the ground or in the passing game. Meanwhile, veteran running back Rashaad Penny stole the show, as he rushed 17 times for 151 yards and two touchdowns. Penny is playing like he did toward the end of last season, so Walker likely won't have a consistent offensive role for the time being.

    Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 8:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts up 33 total yards

    Walker rushed three times for 19 yards and caught all three of his targets for 14 yards in Sunday's 27-23 loss to the Falcons.

    Analysis: Walker played just nine offensive snaps, but it's encouraging that he got the ball on six of those plays. The rookie second-round pick had a 21-yard tout in the third quarter but didn't gain any ground on his other two carries. He was also effective as a checkdown option for quarterback Geno Smith. However, Rashaad Penny -- who played 69 percent of the snaps -- is still the clear No. 1 back, so fantasy managers need to exercise patience with Walker.

    Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 6:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet debut in Sunday's loss

    Walker gained 10 yards on four carries and caught two of three targets for five yards in Sunday's 27-7 loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Making his debut for Seattle after missing Week 1 while completing his recovery from a hernia procedure in August, the second-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft struggled along with the rest of the team's offense, and the Seahawks' only points on the day came on a blocked field goal that got returned to the end zone by Mike Jackson. More encouragingly, Walker tied Rashaad Penny in touches with six, and the rookie could find himself in a backfield timeshare now that he's healthy -- albeit a…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 5:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Clear for NFL debut

    Walker (hernia) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in San Francisco, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: While he won't necessarily have a key role from the jump, Walker has been cleared to play. He should poach some carries from Rashaad Penny sooner or later, and the veteran's injury history means Walker has a good chance to serve as the lead runner at some point during his rookie season. The 2022 second-round pick starts off with a challenge, facing San Francisco's menacing front seven on the road.

    Published: Fri, Sep 16 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Falls back to limited practice

    Walker (hernia) was limited at Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: During Week 1 prep, Walker was held out of practice entirely as he continued his recovery from a mid-August hernia procedure. This week, he kicked it off with a full session Wednesday, only to downgrade slightly one day later. The development may have been maintenance-related to ensure Walker gets to the weekend ready for his pro debut. Still, his activity level and eventual designation, or lack thereof, on Friday's injury report will provide insight into whether or not active status is…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 15 at 4:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs full practice

    Walker (hernia) practiced fully Wednesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Walker didn't practice at all last week before being one of the Seahawks' inactives for Monday's win over the Broncos, the result of his continued recovery from a hernia procedure performed in mid-August. Head coach Pete Carroll said Tuesday that the team expected Walker to be available Week 2 before telling Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic that the rookie running back was slated to practice Wednesday. The 2022 second-round pick did just that and more, handling every rep in the first session…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 14 at 4:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scheduled to practice

    Walker (abdomen) is expected to practice Wednesday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Head coach Pete Carroll has already said he expects Walker to return for this weekend's game against the 49ers, though Carroll noted Wednesday that the Seahawks are relying on the rookie to let them know how he feels in practice, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports. Either way, Rashaad Penny likely will be the lead back again, though Walker could take a chunk out of the rushing workload if he's truly ready this Sunday. Carroll's history of unrealistic optimism about injuries does…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 14 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected back Week 2

    Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said Tuesday that he plans on having Walker (abdomen) available for Sunday's game at San Francisco, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports. "Kenny Walker is going to be out there this week for us to add to [the offense]," Carroll said.

    Analysis: The second-round rookie out of Michigan State was inactive for Monday's 17-16 win over the Broncos after requiring a hernia procedure in mid-August, but Walker seems to have taken a step forward in his recovery in recent days. Since he didn't log any practice activity heading into Week 1, he'll presumably need to get in at least one full session by Friday to make good on Carroll's prediction that the running back will suit up Sunday. Given the time that he missed during the preseason, Walker…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 13 at 10:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • NFL debut delayed

    Walker (hernia) is listed as inactive Monday against the Broncos.

    Analysis: A 2022 second-round pick, Walker unsurprisingly won't suit up in the Seahawks' season opener due to the hernia procedure he underwent in mid-August that didn't allow him to practice during Week 1 prep. With Walker on the sideline, the team will ride Rashaad Penny as the top backfield option, while Travis Homer and DeeJay Dallas are on hand for any remaining RB reps.

    Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 3:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 1

    Walker (hernia) is listed as questionable for Monday night's season opener against the Broncos, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: The 2022 second-rounder was listed as a non-participant in practice this week, but at this stage he's not ruled out for Monday night's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff. Given the timing of Seattle's opening contest, Walker currently profiles as a risky Week 1 fantasy lineup option. If he's out or limited Monday, the team would turn to Travis Homer and/or DeeJay Dallas for complementary RB snaps behind starter Rashaad Penny.

    Published: Sat, Sep 10 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Iffy for opener

    With Walker (hernia) having been listed as a non-participant on Friday's practice estimate, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune suggests that all signs point to the running back missing Monday night's season opener against the Broncos.

    Analysis: Saturday's injury report should add clarity to the 2022 second-rounder's Week 1 status, but if Walker is unavailable Monday, Travis Homer and/or DeeJay Dallas would be in line to handle complementary work behind starter Rashaad Penny.

    Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as DNP on practice estimate

    Walker (abdomen) is listed as a non-participant on Friday's practice estimate, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: The Seahawks didn't practice Friday but still have to put out an injury report. While he hasn't been ruled out, Walker seems unlikely to play in Monday's game after undergoing a hernia procedure in mid-August. Coach Pete Carroll said he thought Walker would get some practice reps Thursday, but the rookie didn't end up participating. The Seahawks will turn to Travis Homer and/or DeeJay Dallas for support behind starter Rashaad Penny if Walker isn't able to play Week 1.

    Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Thursday

    Walker (hernia) officially didn't practice Thursday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Earlier Thursday, coach Pete Carroll told Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle that Walker took part in Thursday's walkthrough and was slated to get some reps in practice. However, that didn't come to pass. During the portion of the session open to the media Thursday, the rookie second-round pick wasn't wearing a helmet, per Brady Henderson of ESPN.com, and he eventually went down as a DNP. Walker sat out the Seahawks' last two preseason games after undergoing a hernia procedure, and…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 8 at 4:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for some work Thursday

    Coach Pete Carroll said Walker (hernia) will get some reps on the practice field Thursday, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.

    Analysis: Walker missed the Seahawks' final two preseason games due to a hernia procedure that he underwent in mid-August. As of Monday, Carroll was uncertain whether Walker would be ready for a season-opening matchup with the Broncos, but the rookie second-round pick looked good while running Wednesday and took part in the team's walkthrough Thursday. It's unclear if Walker will be contained to work on the side or be able to mix into individual and/or team drills, but his activity level will become…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 8 at 12:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Status for Week 1 remains uncertain

    Coach Pete Carroll said Monday that he isn't sure whether Walker (abdomen) will play during Seattle's Week 1 matchup against the Broncos on Monday, Sept. 12, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Carroll said that Walker "worked some" by doing running and catching during Monday's practice, but the rookie's availability to begin the regular season remains up in the air due to his ongoing recovery from a hernia procedure. If Walker ultimately is unavailable for the Seahawks' season opener, Rashaad Penny would serve as the team's clear lead back, while Travis Homer and DeeJay Dallas likely would compete for touches in reserve roles.

    Published: Mon, Sep 5 at 4:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still no timetable for return

    Coach Pete Carroll said Tuesday that Walker's status for Week 1 against the Broncos is in question due to his ongoing recovery from a hernia procedure, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Meanwhile, Rashaad Penny returned to the team Tuesday after a brief bout with COVID-19, per Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle. Carroll's comments effectively were a non-update on Walker, who has been sidelined since mid-August due to the aforementioned surgery. With no set timeline announced, the rookie second-rounder appears to be in limbo until he gains medical clearance.

    Published: Tue, Aug 30 at 5:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No clear timeline for return

    Coach Pete Carroll said Sunday that the team has yet to develop a return timetable for Walker (abdomen), who is recovering from a procedure to repair a hernia, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: "It's just a matter of time," Carroll said of Walker's recovery. "We don't have a designated return sequence yet, we've got to see how he responds." The rookie second-round pick is targeting a return to activity prior to Seattle's Sept. 12 season opener against the Broncos, but it's not yet clear whether that's a realistic goal for Walker.

    Published: Sun, Aug 21 at 5:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Targets Week 1 return

    Walker's upcoming procedure involves repairing a hernia, and the running back is targeting a return to full activity in time for Week 1, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Per Rapoport, Walker wasn't dealing with what is sometimes called a "sports hernia" or core-muscle injury, but either way, the rookie looks like he has a chance to avoid missing any regular-season games. Once he's back to full strength, Walker will resume his quest to carve out a key early-season role in Seattle's backfield behind presumptive No. 1 option Rashaad Penny.

    Published: Wed, Aug 17 at 2:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Undergoes procedure

    Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said Wednesday that Walker is having "a procedure" that's not related to a sports hernia, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.

    Analysis: Per Crabtree, Carroll previously suggested that Walker was a dealing with a minor hernia issue, but evidently there's another injury in play for the rookie. Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports that Carroll noted Walker doesn't have a core-muscle injury, but the exact nature of the running back's upcoming procedure is still a mystery. No matter the case, Walker is slated to miss some time in the preseason, but the Seahawks remain hopeful that he'll be ready to go for Week 1.

    Published: Wed, Aug 17 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with hernia issue

    Coach Pete Carroll said Walker didn't practice Tuesday due to "a little hernia issue," Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.

    Analysis: On the same day that Rashaad Penny (groin) got back on the practice field, Walker wasn't present for drills. Carroll didn't provide much more information about the reason for Walker's absence, but it may impact his availability for Thursday's preseason game versus the Bears. If Walker is unable to suit up, Penny, Travis Homer, DeeJay Dallas, Darwin Thompson and Josh Johnson would compose the Seahawks backfield.

    Published: Tue, Aug 16 at 4:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs six touches Saturday

    Walker rushed five times for 19 yards while securing his lone target for 11 yards during the Seahawks' 32-25 preseason loss to the Steelers on Saturday.

    Analysis: Walker served as a starter during Saturday's preseason opener since Rashaad Penny (groin) was kept off the field. Although Walker didn't reach the end zone, he was involved in the Seahawks' offense over the first few drives of the game. The 2022 second-round pick has drawn plenty of praise from coach Pete Carroll over the first few weeks of training camp, particularly for his abilities in the passing game. While Penny is a strong candidate to start if he's healthy once the regular season…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 13 at 8:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to start Saturday

    Walker is expected to start Saturday's preseason game against the Steelers, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Rashaad Penny is dealing with a slight groin injury and will likely sit out Saturday's game, though he wasn't expected to play much even if he was healthy. Head coach Pete Carroll spent time Thursday raving about the rookie's abilities in the passing game, specifically as a pass blocker, which was a major question mark coming out of college. Walker will get a chance to prove himself in his first NFL action Saturday, and if he shows the necessary improvements in the passing game, he could have a…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 12 at 9:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs rookie deal

    Walker has signed his rookie contract, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: The same applies to fellow 2022 second-round pick Boye Mafe and fourth-rounder Coby Bryant, meaning that Seattle's entire nine-player draft class is now under contract. With Chris Carson planning to retire from the NFL because of a neck injury, Rashaad Penny and Walker top the Seahawks' running back depth chart, with Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic noting that the duo are in line to work as the team's primary early-down options. DeeJay Dallas and Travis Homer are expected to share…read more

    Published: Tue, Jul 26 at 3:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely vying for No. 2 duties

    Walker (hamstring) is expected to compete for the Seahawks' No. 2 running back role in 2022, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Walker missed part of mandatory minicamp with a hamstring injury but should be ready when training camp starts in late July. However, he may be boxed out from the starting role because of Rashaad Penny's dominance down the stretch last season. Walker won the Doak Walker Award -- given to college football's best running back -- last season after he ran for 1,636 yards and 18 touchdowns over 12 games with Michigan State, and the Seahawks selected him in the second round (41st overall) of April's…read more

    Published: Fri, Jul 15 at 11:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with hamstring injury

    Head coach Pete Carroll said Thursday that Walker missed part of mandatory minicamp with a hamstring injury, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Fellow running back Rashaad Penny missed time in OTAs with a hamstring injury, though the team was simply taking a cautious approach and he was back on the field quickly. The Seahawks finished their mandatory minicamp Thursday but will reconvene Tuesday for their last three days of the offseason program. If Walker is still missing from the field, it could signal a more serious injury. Regardless, Walker should have plenty of time to recover before training camp starts in late July. The rookie…read more

    Published: Thu, Jun 9 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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