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Zach Charbonnet misses Seahawks season opener while recovering from knee surgery

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 11:20 PM

Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Zach Charbonnet misses Seahawks season opener while recovering from knee surgery

Summary

Seattle Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet will not play in Wednesday's season opener against the New England Patriots. Charbonnet remains on the physically unable to perform list as he recovers from an ACL tear suffered during the NFC Divisional Round last season. The running back underwent reconstructive surgery in February and is ineligible to return until Week 5. While head coach Mike Macdonald noted that Charbonnet is meeting his rehabilitation targets, the team has not established a firm return date. In his absence, rookie first-round pick Jadarian Price is expected to lead the Seahawks backfield, supported by George Holani and Emanuel Wilson.

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Status Watch

•Zach Charbonnet remains on the physically unable to perform list.
•The running back will not be eligible to return before Week 5.
•Jadarian Price is expected to assume the primary role in the backfield.
•Charbonnet tore his ACL during the NFC Divisional Round last season.

Latest Updates

11:20 PMYahoo Sports — What Happened to Zach Charbonnet? Latest on Seahawks RB’s Injury, How Long He’ll Be Out, and Why He’s Not Playing in Week 1

What they're saying

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The defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks are set to begin their 2026 NFL regular season with a matchup against the New England Patriots on Wednesday. However, Seattle will have to enter the game without one of its key offensive players, as running back Zach Charbonnet will not be available for the game.
— Yahoo Sports

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