Jaxon Smith-Njigba expects Jadarian Price to lead Seattle Seahawks backfield
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Last updated Sep 2, 2026
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba identifies rookie Jadarian Price as a central figure in the team's offense for the upcoming season. The backfield transition follows the departure of Kenneth Walker III in free agency and an ACL injury for Zach Charbonnet. Despite carrying a limited workload during his college career at Notre Dame, Price is positioned to handle significant carries as the primary option for Seattle. Jaxon Smith-Njigba expressed confidence in the rookie's ability to contribute during an appearance on SportsCenter on Tuesday. The team relies on a run-focused offensive scheme and currently lists Emanuel Wilson and George Holani as the primary depth behind Price. Sam Darnold continues to lead the offense following Jaxon Smith-Njigba's Offensive Player of the Year performance last season.
- •Jadarian Price is expected to handle a heavy workload at running back for Seattle.
- •Kenneth Walker III left the team in free agency.
- •Zach Charbonnet remains sidelined with an ACL injury.
- •Jaxon Smith-Njigba enters the season following an Offensive Player of the Year award in 2025.
- •Emanuel Wilson and George Holani serve as additional depth for the Seattle backfield.
- 4:30 AMYahoo Sports — Seahawks news: Jaxon Smith-Njigba gives props to 'incredible' Jadarian Price
"The Seattle Seahawks return most of their core from their Super Bowl-winning team of a year ago, but one key position is experiencing heavy turnover. Kenneth Walker III is out at running back after leaving in free agency and Zach Charbonnet is still dealing with a torn ACL, so rookie Jadarian Price is expected to handle a heavy workload in the […] The post Seahawks news: Jaxon Smith-Njigba gives props to 'incredible' Jadarian Price appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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