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PositiveProjectionSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Henderson, a rookie on Seattle's practice squad, is identified by the source as having a realistic chance of seeing meaningful action this season at some point, distinguishing him from other practice squad rookies who are more likely to spend the year developing.

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PositiveSleeperSep 14, 2026Field Gulls

Rookie running back on the practice squad may be the one practice squad rookie with a realistic chance of seeing meaningful action this season at some point, according to the source.

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PositiveProjectionSep 2, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Henderson Jr. is on the receiving end of a huge throw from Jalen Milroe during the Chiefs preseason game, demonstrating offensive connection and receiving opportunity in the game.

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PositiveRoleSep 2, 2026Field Gulls

Henderson Jr. is on the receiving end of a huge throw from Jalen Milroe during the preseason game against the Chiefs, demonstrating his role in the Seahawks' offensive scheme during the final preseason matchup.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

In competition with Cody White, Ricky White III, and Montorie Foster Jr for the bottom-end of Seattle's wide receiver depth chart; did not separate himself from the group during camp and preseason, with Montorie Foster Jr emerging as the clear winner of the depth chart battle.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wide receiver Emmanuel Henderson Jr, a waived draft pick, was signed to the Seahawks' initial 17-man practice squad for the 2026 season, securing a roster spot after clearing waivers.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Field Gulls

Waived draft pick signed to the Seahawks practice squad; assigned to WR roster slot.

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PositiveRoleAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sixth-round pick waived by Seahawks but cleared waivers and is being brought back to practice squad; head coach Mike Macdonald expressed confidence in Henderson's potential as both a wide receiver and All-Pro-caliber kick returner during preseason, indicating the team views him as a developmental prospect with significant upside despite not being ready for Week One contributions.

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NegativeRoleAug 31, 2026Field Gulls

Sixth-round rookie re-signed to Seahawks practice squad with special teams and return versatility as core value; recorded 4.44-second 40-yard dash at combine and emphasized special teams as 'a big part of my game, with my wide receiver ability' in draft conference call; preseason production included four catches for 65 yards, four kick returns for 88 yards, and two solo tackles.

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NegativeRoleAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sixth-round rookie from Kansas re-signed to Seahawks practice squad after preseason showing; recorded 4.44-second 40-yard dash at combine and emphasized special teams as core skill alongside wide receiver ability; caught four passes for 65 yards in preseason with four kick returns for 88 yards and two solo tackles, demonstrating dual-threat return and receiver versatility.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Field Gulls

Seahawks 2026 draft pick who was waived during roster cuts cleared waivers and is now eligible to sign with the practice squad immediately, keeping him within the organization's control.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Emmanuel Henderson Jr, a player drafted by Seattle but waived during roster cuts, cleared waivers and is now eligible to sign with the Seahawks' practice squad immediately.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026The Seattle Times Seahawks

Receiver Emmanuel Henderson Jr., a 2026 draft pick, was signed to the Seahawks practice squad after clearing waivers on Sunday.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Field Gulls

Emmanuel Henderson is projected for the Seahawks practice squad after the roster was cut to 53 players.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Henderson Jr did not make the initial 53-man roster; the source expects at least a couple of the 2026 draft class players to make the practice squad, suggesting Henderson Jr may land there.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Henderson did not survive roster cuts despite a strong showing in the final preseason game; he had 30 snaps in that game but only 19 total over the previous two games and one in the first half, indicating the source views his final-game performance as inflated by extended playing time in a game that did not reflect true roster evaluation.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Field Gulls

Henderson Jr, a 2026 seventh-round draft pick, did not make the initial 53-man roster; the source expects him to make the practice squad but notes this is unsurprising given the weak 2026 draft class where seventh-rounders were like undrafted free agents.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Field Gulls

Henderson did not survive roster cuts despite a strong showing in the final preseason game; he was second in wide receiver snaps played (30) in that game but had only 19 total snaps over the previous two games and one in the first half, illustrating the unreliability of final preseason performance as a roster predictor.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026The Seattle Times Seahawks

Wide receiver Emmanuel Henderson Jr. was waived as a draft pick and is now subject to being claimed off waivers. The source notes Seattle surely hopes to keep Henderson, suggesting the team would like to re-sign him to the practice squad if he clears waivers.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Receiver and 2026 draft pick waived by Seattle; second draft pick the Seahawks have moved on from this offseason, alongside cornerback Michael Dansby.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026Field Gulls

The Seattle Seahawks are waiving their sixth-round pick (No. 199 overall) from the 2026 NFL Draft as part of 53-man roster cuts. Henderson caught 4 of 6 targets for 65 yards in preseason, including a highlight 30-yard grab in the preseason finale against Kansas City, but faced an uphill battle to make the final roster given the Seahawks' impressive depth at wide receiver. If he clears waivers, he can sign to Seattle's practice squad.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The Seahawks waived their sixth-round pick (No. 199 overall) from Kansas as part of roster cuts; Henderson caught 4 of 6 targets for 65 yards in preseason, including a 30-yard grab in the preseason finale against Kansas City, but faced an uphill battle to make the final roster due to the team's impressive depth at wideout.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026The Seattle Times Seahawks

Sixth-round draft pick receiver Emmanuel Henderson Jr. was waived by the Seahawks on cutdown day. The move was not a surprise as the Seahawks figure to keep at most six receivers and Henderson did not appear to be in the top six on the depth chart as the preseason ended. The Seahawks surely hope Henderson goes unclaimed on waivers and can re-sign to the practice squad. Henderson played at Alabama and Kansas in college and had four catches for 65 yards in the preseason along with four kickoff returns for 88 yards.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Field Gulls

Henderson is projected to be cut from the 53-man roster but will be signed to the practice squad; the source notes he is 'another PS signing' and a 'viable candidate' for the WR5 spot if Foster or others are unavailable.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Henderson is projected to be cut from the initial 53-man roster and signed to the practice squad; he is a viable candidate for the WR5 spot if Foster does not remain on the roster.

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PositiveUsageAug 29, 2026The Seattle Times Seahawks

Henderson Jr. was targeted on a key 30-yard completion by Jalen Milroe on the final drive of the Chiefs preseason game, setting up what should have been the winning field goal attempt. This marks meaningful involvement in the offense during the preseason finale.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Henderson Jr played well in the preseason finale and is described as equally deserving of a roster spot as Montorie Foster Jr, suggesting he is in contention for a final roster position.

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Field Gulls

Emmanuel Henderson Jr played well in the preseason game against Kansas City and is described as deserving of a roster spot, competing with other candidates for a position on the final roster.

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Henderson emerged late in the preseason with his best night as a receiver, recording three catches for 58 yards including the big grab that set up Seattle's only touchdown and an explosive catch that set up Jason Myers' would-be game-winning field goal. He has special teams versatility as a gunner and returner. The source believes he has earned a practice squad spot and may have a slim chance of making the roster.

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Field Gulls

The rookie from Kansas had his best night as a receiver with three catches for 58 yards, including the big grab that set up Seattle's only touchdown and an explosive catch that set up Jason Myers' would-be game-winning field goal. The source notes Henderson has special teams versatility as a gunner and returner, which gives him an edge over Ricky White III from the returner perspective. The source believes Henderson has earned a practice squad spot and may have a slim chance of making the roster.

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PositiveBreakoutAug 29, 2026Field Gulls

Rookie running back made positive plays in preseason action, demonstrating early competence and earning recognition from the source for his performance in the Seahawks-Chiefs preseason finale.

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The source identifies Henderson as a rookie who made nice plays in the preseason game, suggesting positive early development and potential roster impact.

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Field Gulls

Henderson Jr caught two notable passes from Milroe: a big-time throw in the face of pressure to set up first-and-goal at the 1, and a 30-yard over route for Milroe's final completion of the evening. The source frames the first as a 'big-time throw' in a critical situation, indicating Henderson Jr was a reliable target in high-leverage moments.

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PositiveUsageAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Henderson Jr caught two significant passes from Milroe: a big-time throw in the face of pressure to set up first-and-goal at the 1, and a 30-yard over route for Milroe's final completion of the evening. The source highlights these as quality plays in the preseason game.

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NegativeRoleAug 28, 2026Field Gulls

Serving as a kick returner alongside Cody White in preseason.

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NegativeRoleAug 28, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Henderson has been a co-kick returner with Cody White in preseason, establishing him as a special teams contributor.

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NegativeRoleAug 28, 2026Field Gulls

Henderson has done little at receiver but could be a very good special teams player, competing for a fifth or sixth receiver spot; the source notes he may be the most versatile on special teams among the bubble receivers.

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NegativeRoleAug 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Henderson has done little at receiver but could be a very good special teams player, competing for a fifth or sixth wide receiver roster spot; the source notes he may be the most versatile on special teams among the bubble receivers.

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NegativeRoleAug 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wide receiver Emmanuel Henderson was targeted by Jalen Milroe on the second interception against Tennessee. The source notes there is clearly no chemistry between Milroe and Henderson, with the pass ending up behind the receiver, who fell and allowed the defender to make the interception that effectively ended the game.

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NegativeRoleAug 27, 2026Field Gulls

Henderson and Milroe lack chemistry, which contributed to Milroe's second interception against Tennessee. Milroe hesitated too long before delivering the ball, and the pass ended up behind Henderson, who fell and allowed the defender to make the interception that effectively ended the game.

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