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All The Seattle Times Seahawks insights about Jadarian Price
NegativeRoleSep 9, 2026
Price was drafted 32nd overall by the Seahawks specifically to replace Kenneth Walker III's explosiveness in the running game. He will likely be part of a trio of backs (alongside George Holani and Emanuel Wilson) that the Seahawks will rely on for at least the first month while Zach Charbonnet recovers from ACL surgery. The source notes the Seahawks hope to spring new running-game looks on opponents early courtesy of new coordinator Brian Fleury, specifically in potentially throwing more to the running backs.PositiveRoleSep 9, 2026
First-round pick Jadarian Price (32nd overall, 2026 draft, second RB drafted) is assumed to be the lead back for the Seahawks in the season opener; coach Mike Macdonald expressed confidence, saying "I feel like he's in a really good place. I'm excited to see him play." Price did not play in the preseason due to injury management, but is healthy heading into the opener.PositiveRoleSep 8, 2026
The first-round running back has impressed coaches during preseason with his elusiveness and rising expectations; if he matches those expectations, the Seahawks shouldn't miss a beat replacing Kenneth Walker III. The source notes he has gotten rave reviews for his elusiveness this summer and could step in for the injured Zach Charbonnet, though the source expresses some uncertainty about whether he can fully replace Walker's production.NegativeRoleSep 8, 2026
The source identifies Jadarian Price as part of a platoon of running backs (alongside rehabbing Zach Charbonnet and George Holani) tasked with replacing departed Kenneth Walker III for the defending Super Bowl champion Seahawks, representing a key uncertainty heading into 2026.PositiveRoleSep 7, 2026
First-round pick Jadarian Price is one of three running backs on the Seahawks' 53-man roster for the Patriots game, with Charbonnet sidelined on the PUP list. Price missed time in camp due to injuries and did not play in preseason games, but is now healthy and positioned to see early-season opportunity.NegativeRoleSep 7, 2026
Rookie first-round pick probably starting in place of Walker for the Seahawks' season opener against the Patriots, representing a significant change to the offense despite 67 of 91 roster players returning from the 2025 Super Bowl-winning team.PositiveRoleSep 5, 2026
Seahawks drafted Notre Dame running back Jadarian Price in the first round to help replace Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III, who signed with the Chiefs. Price is positioned to assume a significant role in Seattle's backfield.PositiveRoleSep 1, 2026
First-round pick Jadarian Price is positioned to get the first snap at running back ahead of returnee George Holani in the Seahawks' season opener against New England, indicating the team's intention to feature him early in his NFL career.NegativeRoleSep 1, 2026
Price entered the draft with questions about his pass-catching and blocking ability as an every-down back, having spent his Notre Dame career as backup to Jeremiyah Love. However, Price has worked on these skills since high school and continued improving throughout college, addressing the primary concern scouts had about his pro readiness.PositiveRoleSep 1, 2026
Seahawks rookie RB Jadarian Price, drafted 32nd overall as the second RB in April's draft, is expected to step into the shoes of departed Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III and will be called on to replace Walker's explosiveness. Price was regarded as among the most explosive backs in college football, averaging 5.8, 6.2, and 6.0 yards per carry in three years at Notre Dame with at least one TD of 54+ yards each season. At just 22 years old with only 280 carries at Notre Dame while sharing time with Heisman finalist Jeremiyah Love, Price has significant tread left on his tires and enters a run-first offense (507 rushing attempts, third-most in NFL last season) with a "fantastic opportunity" per RBs coach Thomas Hammock.NegativeRoleAug 29, 2026
Running back Price, a Day 3 pick, did not appear in the preseason as the team kept him safely on the sidelines. The source notes that the contribution by Seattle's rookie class to start the season might rest solely on Price's production, but he was not evaluated in the preseason. Given the strength of the front-line roster, this was expected to be a tough year for rookies to make a huge impact.PositiveRoleAug 27, 2026
Rookie running back Jadarian Price will not receive carries in the preseason finale against Kansas City. Coach Mike Macdonald stated that what Price showed during training camp was sufficient for Macdonald to trust the rookie will be ready for Week 1, indicating confidence in his readiness despite limited preseason action.NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026
First-round pick running back Jadarian Price did not suit up and play in the preseason game against Tennessee after getting work Friday. The team will opt to be cautious with Price in the preseason, especially with uncertainty around Zach Charbonnet's availability for the season opener against New England on Sept. 9.NegativeInjuryAug 24, 2026
First-round pick running back Jadarian Price missed almost two weeks of practice with what was termed lower-body soreness. He returned this week and took part in the joint practice Friday and appears fine, but was held out of the game Sunday with the team now appearing to hope to hold him out of the preseason to assure he is ready for the season opener Sept. 9 against New England.NegativeRoleAug 22, 2026
Seattle's first-round running back projected to replace Kenneth Walker III; missed more than a week of practice due to lower body soreness and is ramping back up to full duty. Team's main priority is keeping Price healthy through the rest of the preseason. Got a handful of snaps in the joint practice Friday; likely to sit Sunday if starters don't play, or get first preseason action if starters do play.PositiveRoleAug 21, 2026
First-round pick running back returned to full-contact work after missing the preseason opener and much of the previous week due to lower body soreness; still being eased in with limited snaps but showed versatility catching TD pass from Drew Lock on wheel route and receiving work from Sam Darnold; coach Macdonald indicated he is 'ramping back' and should soon resume regular workload.PositiveInjuryAug 19, 2026
Running back Jadarian Price took part fully in Wednesday's walk-through after having gotten his first significant full-contact work in more than a week during Tuesday's practice, indicating recovery progress from an unspecified injury.PositiveInjuryAug 19, 2026
First-round pick running back Jadarian Price returned to full pads for the first time in more than a week on Tuesday after being limited the previous week due to lower body soreness. Price participated throughout the roughly two-and-a-half hour practice with full pads and contact, though he received limited reps as the team eased him back in. He demonstrated he can give and take hits, taking a pitchout and being confronted by defensive linemen Leonard Williams and Byron Murphy II. The source indicates this is "the clearest sign yet that Price may be able make his Seahawks debut Sunday at Tennessee." The Seahawks plan to use Friday's joint practice against the Titans to potentially get Price additional work.PositiveRoleAug 18, 2026
First-round pick (32nd overall) Jadarian Price took a regular workload with the No. 1 offense in Monday's practice, his most significant work in 11 days since lower-body soreness sidelined him. Coach Mike Macdonald indicated Price is on a return-to-play plan and could do full-contact work as soon as Tuesday's full-pads practice or Friday's joint practice against Tennessee. The Seahawks' personnel moves Monday—waiving T.J. Harden and Justin Jones while signing Anthony Hankerson—suggest the team expects Price to return to full availability soon to solidify a running back spot in flux with Zach Charbonnet still on the PUP list.PositiveDepth ChartAug 16, 2026
First-round pick running back Jadarian Price was observed taking handoffs from Sam Darnold during warmups, indicating he is atop the depth chart when healthy and may be close to returning to practice; coach Mike Macdonald said Price is 'on the mend' after not having taken part in a padded practice in more than a week, with the team hoping he can return in time for Friday's joint practice in Nashville against Tennessee.NegativeInjuryAug 14, 2026
First-round 2025 draft pick running back Jadarian Price will not play in the preseason opener against Dallas due to lower-body soreness that has sidelined him for most of the past week. However, Price was on the field Friday during a walk-through, typically working with the first unit, and coach Mike Macdonald indicated a return to full practice status is not far away, saying 'Jadarian is not going to play in this game, no, but he is on the mend.'NegativeInjuryAug 14, 2026
First-round running back participated fully in Wednesday walkthrough but was held out Thursday during helmets-and-shoulder-pads practice; status for preseason opener unclear.PositiveInjuryAug 13, 2026
The 32nd overall pick returned to on-field work Wednesday after being sidelined since Friday with lower-body soreness; he participated in a full walk-through with the No. 1 offense. Coach Mike Macdonald indicated Saturday that Price's issues appear minor and he will return sooner rather than later. His return to practice suggests the injury is not serious and he is on track for full participation.NegativeRoleAug 12, 2026
First-round pick Jadarian Price is part of a significantly restructured Seahawks running back room following Kenneth Walker III's free agency departure. The position group is opening the season with new faces including Price, Emanuel Wilson, and George Holani, with Zach Charbonnet's return timeline from knee injury still unclear.NegativeInjuryAug 12, 2026
First-round pick running back Price missed his fourth straight practice due to what the team has called lower-body soreness but did some running to the side. He has not practiced since last Wednesday.NegativeRoleAug 11, 2026
Price's absence leaves the Seahawks thin at running back; George Holani and Emanuel Wilson have taken the primary carries with the No. 1 offense, but depth behind them tapers quickly. The source notes that getting Price at least some preseason playing time would be beneficial to provide a glimpse of what the Seahawks hope to have in the offensive backfield, with joint practices against Tennessee late next week as a potential option for more controlled gamelike work.NegativeInjuryAug 11, 2026
The first-round pick rookie running back missed his third straight practice Monday and did not participate in Friday's practice or Saturday's team event at Lumen Field. Coach Mike Macdonald indicated the Seahawks are in no hurry to rush him back, saying 'You start putting days and timetable on it with a young guy like that, let's just go attack the heck out of it until you can come back out and practice again.' While the priority is having Price ready for the Sept. 9 opener against New England, his return does not sound imminent.NegativeDepth ChartAug 10, 2026
Price is projected to make the 53-man roster as one of three running backs; if Zach Charbonnet remains on the physically unable to perform list at the start of the regular season and must miss at least four games, then Seattle has a set situation with Price, Emanuel Wilson, and George Holani.NegativeInjuryAug 9, 2026
First-round pick running back was not in uniform during Seahawks Fan Fest for the second consecutive day due to lower-body soreness. Coach Mike Macdonald characterized it as a minor issue and stated Price should be back in a matter of days, indicating the team does not view it as a significant concern at this stage.NegativeInjuryAug 7, 2026
The 32nd overall pick out of Notre Dame missed Day 12 of Seahawks camp due to lower-body soreness. Price, drafted to replace departed Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III, had been on the field for every other full workout of camp prior to this absence. No immediate word on whether he will miss additional time.NegativeUsageAug 5, 2026
Price was tackled behind the line of scrimmage by DeMarcus Lawrence on third down during a scrimmage session on Day 9 of training camp. Price is part of a running back rotation with the No. 1 offense alongside George Holani, with Zach Charbonnet still on the physically unable to perform list.NegativeRoleAug 2, 2026
Rookie RB Jadarian Price has gotten significant work in the passing game during camp, though it appears more probable he will get many of his snaps on early downs to start the season, with George Holani handling the third-down and two-minute role.NegativeRoleAug 2, 2026
First-round pick Jadarian Price continues to rotate with third-year veteran George Holani for the starting running-back role with Zach Charbonnet still on the physically unable to perform list and no stated timeline for return. Holani and Price appear to get about equal reps, with Holani getting the first snap with the ones during the first 11-on-11 session on Day 7.PositiveRoleAug 1, 2026
First-round pick Jadarian Price is the clear top running back with Zach Charbonnet on the physically unable to perform list; the expectation is that Price could be the regular early-down back. Price and George Holani have typically rotated with the first unit, with Price going first in a few team sessions and in general the two appearing to get pretty much equal work with the ones.PositiveRoleAug 1, 2026
First-round pick Jadarian Price is expected to be the regular early-down back in the Seahawks' running back rotation; he and third-year player George Holani have typically rotated with the first unit, with Price going first in a few team sessions and the two appearing to get pretty much equal work with the ones.PositiveRoleJul 30, 2026
First-round pick Jadarian Price continues to rotate regularly with George Holani, and both figure to play substantially when the season begins. When the Seahawks first ran an 11-on-11 play in a session where the offense had the ball deep in its own territory, Price was the first running back up, continuing to show the team what it wants to see.PositiveRoleJul 30, 2026
First-round pick Jadarian Price continues to show the team what it wants to see in camp. When the Seahawks first ran an 11-on-11 play in a session where the offense had the ball deep in its own territory during the first padded practice, Price was the first running back up. He continues to rotate regularly with George Holani, and both figure to play substantially when the season begins.NegativeRoleJul 29, 2026
First-round running back Jadarian Price is competing to earn a starting spot for the Seahawks in training camp, with his role and usage still to be determined.NegativeRoleJul 29, 2026
Jadarian Price, a first-round running back for the Seahawks, will compete to earn a starting spot during training camp. Whether Price will secure the starting role is one of the key questions facing Seattle as they commence their training camp.PositiveUsageJul 29, 2026
Rookie running back Jadarian Price caught a completion for a sizable gain from Jalen Milroe during a team session on Day 4 of Seahawks training camp, getting behind safety Maxen Hook. Price's involvement in the passing game demonstrates offensive versatility.PositiveUsageJul 29, 2026
Rookie running back Price caught a completion from Jalen Milroe for a sizable gain during a team session on Day 4 of Seahawks training camp, getting behind safety Maxen Hook.PositiveRoleJul 28, 2026
Price, a first-round pick, is among the five healthy running backs available to the Seahawks in camp following the injuries to Kenny McIntosh and Zach Charbonnet, positioning him for increased opportunity in the backfield.PositiveBreakoutJul 28, 2026
Price has impressed through three days of training camp with standout pass-catching ability and unexpected proficiency in pass protection—two areas cited as concerns by analysts given his limited usage in those roles at Notre Dame. Coach Macdonald highlighted Price's decisiveness, movement ability, quickness, and speed, noting 'there's not a lot of things that you're checking off that he can't do or that you think that he can't do, so that's exciting.' Linebacker Ernest Jones IV praised Price's route-running and work ethic, saying 'He's good, man. Mature for his age.'PositiveRoleJul 28, 2026
The source reports Price, the Seahawks' first-round pick (32nd overall), has stood out in the first three days of training camp and has a clear opportunity to become an immediate starter with Kenneth Walker III departed and Zach Charbonnet sidelined recovering from an ACL injury. Coach Mike Macdonald emphasized Price will have a big role on early downs, which was Walker's primary role last season, with potential to expand to all three downs and two-minute situations if he continues to demonstrate pass-catching and pass-protection ability.NegativeRoleJul 26, 2026
The Seahawks used the 32nd overall pick on Price as a first-round running back to replace Kenneth Walker III; the source expects Price will emerge as the starter by the regular season opener Sept. 9 against New England, though the team may ease him into the role during camp while stressing that everything must be earned on the defending Super Bowl champions.PositiveRoleJul 26, 2026
The 32nd overall pick from Notre Dame is expected to contend for starting running back duties and help replace departed Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III; got plenty of work in the offseason program and appears ready to hit the ground running in camp to compete for significant roles this season.PositiveRoleJul 26, 2026
First-round pick Jadarian Price worked with the starters at running back as the second option behind George Holani during training camp practice; coach Mike Macdonald noted that 'the burst of Price in particular stood out on a few plays' during the no-contact practice, suggesting early promise in his development.PositiveRoleJul 26, 2026
First-round pick running back from Notre Dame is expected to play a vital role in the Seahawks offense, particularly with fellow running back Zach Charbonnet rehabbing from a torn ACL; the rookie's contribution could be critical to an offense that set a franchise record for points scored last year.PositiveRoleJul 26, 2026
First-round pick running back from Notre Dame is positioned to have vital contributions to an offense that set a franchise record for points scored last year, particularly with fellow running back Zach Charbonnet rehabbing from a torn ACL.PositiveRoleJul 22, 2026
First-round pick Jadarian Price is among four healthy running backs available for Seattle at the start of training camp with both Charbonnet and McIntosh on PUP list. Price will have early opportunity to establish himself in the backfield alongside free-agent signee Emanuel Wilson and veterans George Holani and Jacardia Wright.PositiveRoleJul 22, 2026
First-round pick listed as one of four healthy running backs available for beginning of camp with Charbonnet and McIntosh on PUP list; positioned to see early-season opportunity.NegativeRoleJul 22, 2026
Price is expected to be part of the top-three running back rotation heading into the season alongside Emanuel Wilson and George Holani, with the Seahawks managing the return of injured backs Zach Charbonnet and Kenny McIntosh. The distribution of carries among this group in Week 1 against New England will be a key fantasy consideration.PositiveRoleJul 22, 2026
Price was added to the Seahawks backfield and is expected to be part of the top three running backs heading into the season alongside Emanuel Wilson and George Holani; the intrigue lies in how carries are divvied up in Week 1 against New England, with the outcome of many Week 1 fantasy games potentially depending on the answer.NegativeRoleJul 21, 2026
Drafted by the Seahawks in the first round from Notre Dame, but unlikely to fully replace departed Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III, representing a significant gap at the running back position for the defending champions.NegativeRoleJul 21, 2026
Drafted by the Seahawks in the first round from Notre Dame, but the source notes this selection is unlikely to fully compensate for the departure of Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III at running back.PositiveRoleJul 19, 2026
The Seahawks spent the 32nd overall pick on Price, leading to the conclusion he will emerge as the starter by the time the regular season begins Sept. 9 against the New England Patriots. However, the source notes the Seahawks might ease him into that role as camp begins while stressing that everything must be earned, especially on the defending Super Bowl champions. Price is expected to replace Kenneth Walker III's production alongside George Holani and Emmanuel Wilson while Zach Charbonnet recovers from an ACL injury.PositiveRoleJul 19, 2026
The Seahawks spent the 32nd overall pick on Price as a first-round selection to replace Kenneth Walker III at running back. The source concludes that this draft capital leads to the easy conclusion he will emerge as the starter by the time the regular season begins Sept. 9 against the New England Patriots. However, the Seahawks might ease him into that role during camp while stressing that everything must be earned, especially on the defending Super Bowl champions.PositiveRoleJul 17, 2026
The 32nd overall pick from Notre Dame is expected to contend for starting running back duties and help replace departed Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III; got plenty of work in the offseason program and appears ready to hit the ground running in camp to compete for significant roles this season.