Seahawks adjust running back depth chart for season opener against Patriots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 10:00 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

The Seattle Seahawks face the New England Patriots tonight without former starting running back Kenneth Walker III, who signed with the Kansas City Chiefs. Following the departure of Walker and a lingering ACL injury for Zach Charbonnet, the team’s backfield composition has shifted for the start of the 2026 season. George Holani is currently listed as the starter on the depth chart, though the role is expected to shift toward first-round draft selection Jadarian Price. Price, a standout at Notre Dame, is projected to handle the majority of early-down work after showing significant play-making ability in college. Holani is anticipated to maintain a role on special teams while potentially contributing during third-down scenarios. Charbonnet remains unavailable for the first four games of the season as he continues his recovery process.
- •Kenneth Walker III left the Seahawks to join the Kansas City Chiefs on a three-year contract.
- •Zach Charbonnet remains sidelined for the first four games while recovering from an ACL injury.
- •George Holani holds the starting spot on the depth chart heading into the opening game.
- •Jadarian Price is expected to lead the Seahawks in early-down carries this season.
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"Seattle's backfield is in flux after Kenneth Walker III's departure
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