Seahawks sign Robert Henry Jr. off Commanders practice squad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 1:10 AM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026
The Seattle Seahawks will add undrafted rookie running back Robert Henry Jr. from the Washington Commanders practice squad. This decision comes as the Seahawks aim to address depth issues in their injury-plagued running back unit. Henry, who gained 1,045 yards during his college career at UTSA, will likely replace Velus Jones Jr. on the active roster. Contracts and corresponding moves are expected to be finalized soon as the team prepares for the upcoming game against the San Francisco 49ers.
- •Robert Henry Jr. joins the Seahawks from the Commanders practice squad.
- •Henry rushed for over 1,000 yards at UTSA, gaining First-Team All-American Conference honors.
- •Seattle will need to make a corresponding roster move to accommodate Henry.
- •Injuries to Zach Charbonnet and Jadarian Price have strained the Seahawks' running back depth.
- 1:10 AMYahoo Sports — Seahawks poaching Commanders rookie running back off practice squad
"The Seahawks are making multiple moves to reshape an injured running back room.
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