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The Seattle Times Seahawks fantasy football takes on Zach Charbonnet
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All The Seattle Times Seahawks insights about Zach Charbonnet
NegativeInjurySep 9, 2026
Charbonnet, who had 730 yards and 12 touchdowns last season complementing Walker, began camp on the physically unable to perform list while recovering from ACL surgery in February and probably won't be ready to start the season. The Seahawks will likely have to go at least the first month with a trio of rookie Jadarian Price, holdover George Holani (likely to fill Charbonnet's two-minute role), and free-agent signee Emanuel Wilson.NegativeInjurySep 9, 2026
Running back Zach Charbonnet remains unavailable after suffering an ACL injury in the divisional title game win over the 49ers, leaving the Seahawks without both Kenneth Walker III and Charbonnet to start the season.NegativeRoleSep 8, 2026
The running back is currently injured, and Jadarian Price is expected to step in for him in the backfield. The source notes Price could replace Charbonnet while also serving as the long-term replacement for Kenneth Walker III.NegativeRoleSep 8, 2026
The source identifies Zach Charbonnet as a rehabbing running back part of a platoon (alongside Jadarian Price and George Holani) tasked with replacing departed Kenneth Walker III for the defending Super Bowl champion Seahawks, representing a key uncertainty heading into 2026.NegativeInjurySep 7, 2026
Running back Zach Charbonnet remains on the physically unable to perform list as the season begins, continuing to recover from February ACL surgery and required to miss at least the first four games. Coach Macdonald said Charbonnet is 'doing awesome' in recovery and is on target for an 'aggressive timetable' he has set for return, though no specific date has been revealed. Charbonnet could return to practice in Week 3.NegativeDepth ChartSep 1, 2026
Running back Zach Charbonnet is among notable players who can be unrestricted free agents following the 2026 season, giving the Seahawks a decision point on his future with the team.NegativeRoleSep 1, 2026
Charbonnet was the steady back to Walker's flashy style last season, generally getting the carries in the red zone. The Seahawks expect him to return by midseason and resume a similar role, with Holani and Wilson filling in until his return.NegativeInjurySep 1, 2026
Zach Charbonnet, who split time with Kenneth Walker III last season, remains unclear on his return timeline. He began camp on the physically unable to perform list while rehabbing an ACL injury suffered in the divisional-playoff win over the 49ers and subsequent surgery. The Seahawks expect Charbonnet to be back by midseason at the latest.NegativeMatchupSep 1, 2026
Charbonnet's recovery on a two-point conversion in an overtime loss to the Seahawks last December was described by Rams coach Sean McVay as 'instantly infamous.' The play swung a 38-37 overtime loss and helped decide both the NFC West and home-field advantage, establishing the Seahawks as a rival the Rams must overcome.NegativeInjuryAug 30, 2026
Charbonnet remained on the Physically Unable to Perform list while recovering from knee surgery in February; he must miss the first four games but can return to practice in the third week. Schneider said there was no consideration for putting Charbonnet on the active roster, meaning he won't be available until October at the earliest.NegativeInjuryAug 29, 2026
Charbonnet will remain on the Physically Unable to Perform list and miss the first four games of the season.NegativeInjuryAug 24, 2026
Zach Charbonnet appears unlikely to make it back in time for the Seahawks' season opener against New England on Sept. 9, which is influencing Seattle's cautious approach with first-round pick Jadarian Price in the preseason.NegativeInjuryAug 18, 2026
Running back Zach Charbonnet remains on the physically unable to perform list following February ACL surgery with no clear ETA for return. With less than two weeks until the Aug. 30 cutdown date, there is an increasing possibility Charbonnet will be forced to sit out at least four games after activation if he remains on the PUP list past that deadline, creating uncertainty around his availability for the start of the season.NegativeInjuryAug 13, 2026
Charbonnet remains the only player on the physically unable to perform list, continuing to rehab from knee surgery performed in February. His absence leaves the Seahawks running back room thin during the preseason.PositiveRoleAug 12, 2026
Hammock praised Charbonnet as 'a tremendous practice player' who 'works his butt off' and 'finishes plays,' noting that when watching tape, Charbonnet's effort stands out. Charbonnet is currently injured (knee injury), and the timeline for his return is unclear, but Hammock's assessment suggests he remains a key part of the running back room's future plans.NegativeInjuryAug 11, 2026
Charbonnet remains the only Seahawks player on the Physically Unable to Perform list as of Tuesday, indicating he is still dealing with an undisclosed injury or condition that has kept him sidelined during training camp.NegativeInjuryAug 9, 2026
Running back Zach Charbonnet remains on the physically unable to perform list and did not participate in Saturday's practice. The Seahawks signed free agent Justin Jones to add depth at running back with multiple backs sidelined.NegativeInjuryAug 7, 2026
Charbonnet remains on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list and was not participating in camp activities on Day 12. With Price out, Jacardia Wright sidelined, and Charbonnet still on PUP, the Seahawks were down to four running backs for Friday's practice.NegativeInjuryAug 5, 2026
Charbonnet remains on the physically unable to perform list with no clear estimated time of return, leaving the running back position as a rotation between Jadarian Price and George Holani with the No. 1 offense.NegativeInjuryAug 2, 2026
RB Zach Charbonnet's return timeline remains unclear as of the first week of training camp.NegativeInjuryAug 2, 2026
Running back Zach Charbonnet remains on the physically unable to perform list with no stated timeline for return, keeping him sidelined as the Seahawks evaluate first-round pick Jadarian Price and third-year veteran George Holani for the starting Week 1 role.NegativeInjuryAug 1, 2026
Running back Zach Charbonnet remains on the physically unable to perform list, opening the door for Jadarian Price, George Holani, and Emanuel Wilson to be the clear top three at the position.NegativeInjuryAug 1, 2026
Running back Zach Charbonnet remains on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list, leaving the Seahawks with a clear top three at running back of first-round pick Jadarian Price, third-year player George Holani, and free agent signee Emanuel Wilson.NegativeInjuryJul 30, 2026
Running back Zach Charbonnet remains on the physically unable to perform list (PUP) as of the first padded practice of camp.NegativeInjuryJul 30, 2026
Running back Zach Charbonnet remains on the physically unable to perform list (PUP) as of the first padded practice. He is one of just two players remaining on the PUP list, along with Nick Emmanwori.PositiveProjectionJul 29, 2026
Zach Charbonnet, a developed draft pick, was part of the Seahawks' Super Bowl-winning roster. The Seahawks won with Charbonnet, demonstrating that the team's success came from developing draft picks through fit, scheme, and buy-in.NegativeInjuryJul 28, 2026
Charbonnet was placed on the physically unable to perform list as he recovers from a knee injury, leaving the Seahawks with just five healthy running backs in camp.NegativeInjuryJul 28, 2026
Charbonnet remains sidelined while recovering from an ACL injury suffered in the divisional playoff win over the 49ers on January 18. His absence creates opportunity for Jadarian Price to compete for early-down carries and expanded role.NegativeInjuryJul 26, 2026
Running back recovering from ACL injury suffered last January; was not placed on PUP list Monday, though source notes this could simply mean he hasn't reported and had a physical yet; status worth watching as camp nears.PositiveRoleJul 26, 2026
Zach Charbonnet was taken in the first round to help replace departed Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III; he has been open about the impact his mother Jessica Butler's battle with breast cancer — she was declared cancer-free in 2017 — has had on his life and football career, providing compelling personal narrative material for Hard Knocks coverage.NegativeInjuryJul 26, 2026
Charbonnet is recovering from an ACL injury suffered in the playoff win over the 49ers on Jan. 18; the expectation is that mid- to late October might be a best-case scenario for his return, though it will become clearer once camp begins when he might be back.NegativeInjuryJul 26, 2026
Running back Zach Charbonnet was placed on the physically unable to perform list and is working out to the side as he continues his progress from an ACL injury suffered in January; coach Mike Macdonald said there remains no set ETA for his return but praised his work ethic, stating 'he's kicking butt, and he deserves a shoutout because he's a special guy.'NegativeInjuryJul 26, 2026
Running back is rehabbing from a torn ACL, creating opportunity for first-round pick Jadarian Price to contribute significantly to the Seahawks offense.NegativeInjuryJul 26, 2026
Running back is rehabbing from a torn ACL, which opens the door for first-round pick Jadarian Price to contribute significantly to an offense that set a franchise record for points scored last year.NegativeInjuryJul 24, 2026
The running back was placed on the physically unable to perform list earlier in the week ahead of training camp, though no specific injury details were disclosed in the report.NegativeInjuryJul 24, 2026
The running back was placed on the physically unable to perform list earlier in the week ahead of training camp, indicating he will miss at least the initial portion of camp activities.NegativeInjuryJul 23, 2026
Running back placed on the PUP list along with four other Seahawks players as training camp begins this week.NegativeInjuryJul 22, 2026
Charbonnet placed on PUP list before training camp as he continues recovery from ACL injury suffered Jan. 18 in playoff win over 49ers. ACL injuries typically require roughly nine-month recovery, putting him on course for return end of October/early November, though the team has given no official ETA. Coach Mike Macdonald said in offseason program that Charbonnet is "doing a good job" and has high expectations for himself; he was seen doing conditioning work on the side during offseason.NegativeRoleJul 22, 2026
Team's leading returning rusher with 730 yards and 12 touchdowns in 2025 following Kenneth Walker III's free-agent departure to Kansas City; second-round pick in 2023 out of UCLA.NegativeInjuryJul 22, 2026
Placed on PUP list before training camp as he continues recovery from ACL injury suffered Jan. 18 in playoff win over 49ers; ACL injuries typically require roughly nine-month recovery, putting him on course for return end of October/early November, though team has given no official ETA; remains unclear when he will return.NegativeInjuryJul 22, 2026
Charbonnet is still recovering from a knee injury suffered last season and the Seahawks are being cautious with his return, which is why they added Price and Wilson to the backfield. His availability and workload for the season opener remain uncertain.NegativeInjuryJul 22, 2026
Charbonnet is still on the mend from a knee injury suffered last season; the Seahawks are being careful with his return as they added Jadarian Price and Emanuel Wilson to the backfield.NegativeInjuryJul 20, 2026
Recovering from ACL injury suffered last January; status worth monitoring as training camp nears. Not placed on PUP list Monday, though this could simply reflect that he has not yet reported and had a physical.NegativeInjuryJul 20, 2026
Recovering from ACL injury suffered last January; not placed on PUP list Monday, though status worth monitoring as training camp nears. Absence from PUP list could indicate he has not yet reported for physical or could signal recovery progress.PositiveRoleJul 20, 2026
Running back Zach Charbonnet was taken in the first round to help replace departed Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III. Charbonnet has been open about the impact the battle his mother, Jessica Butler, fought to defeat breast cancer — she was declared cancer-free in 2017 — has had on his life and football career, providing a compelling national-audience storyline for Hard Knocks.NegativeInjuryJul 19, 2026
Charbonnet is recovering from an ACL injury suffered in the playoff win over the 49ers on Jan. 18. The expectation is that mid- to late October might be a best-case scenario for his return, meaning he will miss significant time at the start of the regular season.NegativeInjuryJul 19, 2026
Charbonnet is recovering from an ACL injury suffered in the playoff win over the 49ers on Jan. 18. The source notes that it figures to become clearer once camp begins when Charbonnet might be back, but the expectation seems to remain that mid- to late October might be a best-case scenario for his return.