Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald trusts Jadarian Price for regular season opener

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Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald trusts Jadarian Price for regular season opener
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Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed that rookie running back Jadarian Price will be ready for the team's Week 1 Super Bowl rematch against the New England Patriots. Although Price did not see any playing time during the preseason, coaching staff and teammates express confidence in his ability to contribute immediately. The Seahawks have been dealing with availability issues at the position, as Kenneth Walker III is no longer with the team and Zach Charbonnet is recovering from injury. Quarterback Sam Darnold praised the rookie's versatility, noting his ability to catch passes and execute runs both between and outside the tackles. Price was selected in the first round and is expected to handle a significant workload as the Seahawks begin their title defense.

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  • Jadarian Price will start at running back for the Seahawks in Week 1.
  • The rookie running back played zero snaps during the 2026 preseason.
  • Coach Mike Macdonald noted limited roster depth at the position throughout training camp.
  • Sam Darnold expects Price to play a multifaceted role in the offense.
  • Seattle opens its regular season against the New England Patriots.
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The Seahawks are gearing up to defend their Super Bowl championship, but with a new starting running back at the helm. The post Mike Macdonald Confident in Seahawks Rookie RB Despite No Preseason Action appeared first on HEAVY.

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