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Mike Vrabel assesses Seahawks rookie running back Jadarian Price

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Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Mike Vrabel assesses Seahawks rookie running back Jadarian Price

Summary

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel provided his assessment of Seattle Seahawks rookie running back Jadarian Price ahead of the teams' season opener on September 6. With Kenneth Walker III absent and Zach Charbonnet sidelined by a torn ACL, the Seahawks will rely on Price to manage the backfield duties. Vrabel described the rookie as a patient runner with notable speed who is capable of challenging edges. The matchup marks a rematch following the Seahawks’ victory over the Patriots in Super Bowl LX. As New England prepares for the game in Seattle, Vrabel noted a shift in intensity as the team transitions from the preseason to the start of the regular season.

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By the Numbers

•Patriots face the Seahawks in Seattle for the 2026 season opener.
•Jadarian Price recorded 674 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns at Notre Dame last season.
•Zach Charbonnet remains on the physically unable to perform list while recovering from an ACL injury.
•Mike Vrabel praised Price for his patience and speed as a runner.

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The New England Patriots had no answer for stopping the Seattle Seahawks‘ running game in Super Bowl LX. Kenneth Walker III ran for 135 rushing yards in the win. However, for this Week 1 opener, the Seahawks won’t have Walker, but they will have rookie running back Jadarian Price.Last season for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, […] The post Patriots’ Mike Vrabel Gives True Thoughts on Seahawks’ Jadarian Price appeared first on HEAVY.
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