Immediate RB1 with elite runner profile; monitor Charbonnet return timeline and target round 7+

Price is positioned as the immediate RB1 in Seattle with Zach Charbonnet injured. Head coach Mike McDonald indicated Price will have ample opportunity to earn carries and touches through competition rather than receiving the role by default. General manager John Schneider highlighted Price's elite runner profile—instant acceleration, vision, cutback ability, contact balance, and home run speed—suggesting he is significantly better than backfield mates George Holani and Emmanuel Wilson. However, Charbonnet is expected to return by the fantasy playoffs, creating significant workload uncertainty across redraft, best ball, and dynasty formats. When Price falls to round seven or later, the opportunity cost becomes more palatable; at that price point he offers potential touchdown equity with a realistic scenario of 7-8 rushing touchdowns over the first 10 games in what could be a strong Seahawks offense. Price was undervalued during the draft process and remains enticing as a potential RB3 or flex option in round seven, warranting monitoring of training camp usage and coach speak.