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2026 NFL backfield

Seattle Seahawks running backs

The current roster, the published replacement plan and the production behind each player’s role.

The published backfield plan

Published starter

Emanuel Wilson

Preferred handcuff

George Holani

Wilson leads; Holani is the free passing-down flier

Committee uncertainty: an absence could spread work across several backs.

View Emanuel Wilson’s handcuff breakdown

Week 7 analysis published .

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The game covered by this analysis has started or finished. This is a record of that window, not a recommendation for the next game.

How the work could change

Fact: Seattle's official inactive list (seahawks.com, Oct 25, 2026) rules out Zach Charbonnet and Robert Henry Jr., and Jadarian Price is on injured reserve. Emanuel Wilson starts and is reported as the team's leading rusher with George Holani working passing downs (NBC Sports, Oct 23, 2026; that item carries a date only, no published time). Projected role: if Wilson could not go, Holani is the only healthy back with a defined offensive role, since Velus Jones Jr. and Brady Russell are not true running backs. Holani is free almost everywhere, and he only matters if Wilson leaves the game; even then Seattle may keep him in a pass-first split rather than hand him the full workload. For ongoing ownership Charbonnet is the better back to hold; Holani is a one-week stopgap.

Charbonnet is out again in Week 7 after Seattle activated him from the PUP list on Oct 22 and he practiced in full. Mike Macdonald said he has not suffered a setback and simply is not ready yet, so a return in the coming weeks is expected but unconfirmed - treat the timetable as week to week rather than a promised date. Robert Henry Jr. is also inactive and Jadarian Price is on IR, leaving Emanuel Wilson as the starter with George Holani in the passing-down role. Wilson is widely rostered; Holani is free almost everywhere.

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The full backfield depth chart

Every running back and fullback assigned to Seattle Seahawks, including reserve and practice-squad entries. Chart order and replacement opportunity answer different questions: a passing-down specialist can sit ahead of the back most likely to inherit the carries.

Source: nflverse depth-chart feed · Feed dated Tue, Oct 27, 2:01 AM EDT. Equal ranks are ties. Unlisted backs are not assigned an invented rank. FB ranks are separate from RB ranks.

Seattle Seahawks full running back depth chart
Feed orderPlayerScouting roleDraft investmentRoster status
RB1
Emanuel WilsonPublished starter		Three-down backDraft history unavailableactive
RB2
Zach Charbonnet		Role under review2023 · Round 2 · Pick 52active
RB3
George HolaniPublished handcuff		Receiving backDraft history unavailableactive
RB4
Velus Jones Jr.		Change-of-pace back2022 · Round 3 · Pick 71active
RB5
Robert Henry Jr.		Role under reviewDraft history unavailableactive
RB6
Jadarian Price		Early-down runner2026 · Round 1 · Pick 32injured reserve
FB1
Brady Russell		FullbackDraft history unavailableactive
FB2
Robbie Ouzts		Fullback2025 · Round 5 · Pick 175injured reserve
Unlisted
Jacardia Wright		Role under reviewDraft history unavailablepractice squad
Unlisted
Jackson Acker		FullbackDraft history unavailablepractice squad

Every back: role, upside and obstacles

The player assessments below explain the skills that could earn work and the assignments that might go to someone else. Role labels describe scouting assessments; they are not confirmed snap shares. “Three-down” means a skill set for rushing and passing situations, not a guarantee of every down.

RB1 · Three-down back

Emanuel Wilson

Age 27 · 4 years of NFL experience · active

Back to depth chart
Three-down outlook: Capable in saved assessmentPass protection: Not established
Saved scouting assessment

One more week as the lead back: Charbonnet was ruled out for Oct. 25 vs Kansas City and Rotoworld again has Wilson as Seattle's leading rusher, with George Holani on passing downs. The job is borrowed and the production thin - 14 carries for 52 yards in Week 6 and 3.4 yards per carry on the season - and Charbonnet is now off PUP practicing fully, so expect an abrupt end.

Scouting assessment saved Sat, Oct 24, 4:00 AM EDT.

Path to more work

He is the starter in the dated board above. For fantasy purposes, the question is how much of the rushing and passing work he keeps when the whole room is available.

Why the work could go elsewhere

A starter can still lose third downs, short-yardage work or change-of-pace touches to specialists. His role assessment describes the skill set, not a guarantee that every assignment stays with him.

Pass protection has not been established in the saved assessment. Missing information is not evidence that he cannot do it.

Draft investment

Draft history unavailable

A verified draft record is not available here. Missing data does not mean he went undrafted.

Draft record source

What the recorded workload tells us

In 2026, his 7 recorded games include 111 carries and 6 receptions on 9 targets. He has recorded work both on the ground and in the passing game; those totals alone do not establish pass-protection ability or a three-down role.

Confirm the latest game-day designation. General active-roster status does not certify that he will dress or receive work.

Player research sources

RB2 · Role under review

Zach Charbonnet

Age 25 · 4 years of NFL experience · active

Back to depth chart
Three-down outlook: Not establishedPass protection: Not established
Saved scouting assessment

Activated off PUP Oct. 22 and a full participant all three practices, yet still ruled out for Week 7, with Macdonald saying there was no setback and the team is taking the long view. That makes a Week 8 debut plausible but unstated - no return date has been given. He remains the best stash in this room: Emanuel Wilson is at 3.4 YPC and Jadarian Price is on IR.

Scouting assessment saved Sat, Oct 24, 4:00 AM EDT.

Path to more work

His path begins with an opening behind Emanuel Wilson. The dated board currently prefers George Holani for the lead replacement role. Being next on a depth chart would not by itself guarantee the carries, third downs and goal-line work.

Ahead on the feed’s RB chart: Emanuel Wilson. Their roles and availability shape how much work could open up.

Why the work could go elsewhere

A clear role assessment is not available. Rushing experience, receiving usage and protection responsibilities need checking before treating him as a direct replacement.

Pass protection has not been established in the saved assessment. Missing information is not evidence that he cannot do it.

Draft investment

2023 · Round 2 · Pick 52

Drafted by SEA; not necessarily his current team.

Early-round investment is part of his prospect pedigree and may support a chance to develop. It does not guarantee the next workload, especially after a team change.

Draft record source

What the recorded workload tells us

In 2025, his 16 recorded games include 184 carries and 20 receptions on 24 targets. He has recorded work both on the ground and in the passing game; those totals alone do not establish pass-protection ability or a three-down role.

Confirm the latest game-day designation. General active-roster status does not certify that he will dress or receive work.

Player research sources

RB3 · Receiving back

George Holani

Age 26 · 3 years of NFL experience · active

Back to depth chart
Three-down outlook: Not establishedPass protection: Positive assessment
Saved scouting assessment

Passing-down work holds for at least one more game: with Charbonnet ruled out for Week 7, Rotoworld has Holani on third downs behind Emanuel Wilson. Week 6 brought five carries for 20 yards and a touchdown. Rotoworld sees little fantasy value in him, and Charbonnet's activation off PUP caps the window - Holani is the complement in this committee, not a feature back.

Scouting assessment saved Sat, Oct 24, 4:00 AM EDT.

Path to more work

The dated board selects him as the preferred replacement behind Emanuel Wilson. That is a projection of the replacement role, not a promise that he gets every touch.

Ahead on the feed’s RB chart: Emanuel Wilson, Zach Charbonnet. Their roles and availability shape how much work could open up.

Why the work could go elsewhere

A receiving specialist can retain passing-down work without becoming the lead runner. A bigger rushing role could go to a different teammate even if this player appears higher on the chart.

The saved assessment credits his pass protection, which can help a back earn passing-down trust. It does not guarantee a three-down assignment.

Draft investment

Draft history unavailable

A verified draft record is not available here. Missing data does not mean he went undrafted.

Draft record source

What the recorded workload tells us

In 2026, his 7 recorded games include 36 carries and 12 receptions on 14 targets. He has recorded work both on the ground and in the passing game; those totals alone do not establish pass-protection ability or a three-down role.

Confirm the latest game-day designation. General active-roster status does not certify that he will dress or receive work.

Player research sources

RB4 · Change-of-pace back

Velus Jones Jr.

Age 29 · 6 years of NFL experience · active

Back to depth chart
Three-down outlook: Not establishedPass protection: Not established
Saved scouting assessment

New injury, same low ceiling: Seattle's in-game update for the 20-3 Week 7 win over Kansas City listed him out with a hamstring and said he would not return. He was already carried for returns and special teams rather than a carry share, behind Emanuel Wilson and George Holani, so the absence changes little in redraft. Return timetable unknown; no roster move reported yet.

Scouting assessment saved Mon, Oct 26, 3:56 AM EDT.

Path to more work

His path begins with an opening behind Emanuel Wilson. The dated board currently prefers George Holani for the lead replacement role. Being next on a depth chart would not by itself guarantee the carries, third downs and goal-line work.

Ahead on the feed’s RB chart: Emanuel Wilson, Zach Charbonnet, George Holani. Their roles and availability shape how much work could open up.

Why the work could go elsewhere

A change-of-pace role can create useful touches in a limited package. It does not automatically transfer to the starter’s workload; another back may fit the early-down or short-yardage assignment better.

Pass protection has not been established in the saved assessment. Missing information is not evidence that he cannot do it.

Draft investment

2022 · Round 3 · Pick 71

Drafted by CHI; not necessarily his current team.

Day-two draft investment adds prospect context. His current role, availability and competition still decide whether he gets the next opportunity.

Draft record source

What the recorded workload tells us

In 2026, his 3 recorded games include 9 carries and 1 receptions on 1 targets. He has recorded work both on the ground and in the passing game; those totals alone do not establish pass-protection ability or a three-down role.

Confirm the latest game-day designation. General active-roster status does not certify that he will dress or receive work.

Player research sources

RB5 · Role under review

Robert Henry Jr.

Age 24 · Rookie · active

Back to depth chart
Three-down outlook: Not establishedPass protection: Not established
Saved scouting assessment

Partly resolves last cycle's uncertainty: Seattle's own release confirms it signed the undrafted UTSA rookie off Washington's practice squad to the active roster on Tuesday, Oct. 6, and he had 26 carries for 105 yards and a TD in three Commanders preseason games. He is named behind Emanuel Wilson, George Holani and Velus Jones Jr. and has not played for Seattle. Deep watch only.

Scouting assessment saved Sun, Oct 25, 3:56 AM EDT.

Path to more work

His path begins with an opening behind Emanuel Wilson. The dated board currently prefers George Holani for the lead replacement role. Being next on a depth chart would not by itself guarantee the carries, third downs and goal-line work.

Ahead on the feed’s RB chart: Emanuel Wilson, Zach Charbonnet, George Holani, Velus Jones Jr.. Their roles and availability shape how much work could open up.

Why the work could go elsewhere

A clear role assessment is not available. Rushing experience, receiving usage and protection responsibilities need checking before treating him as a direct replacement.

Pass protection has not been established in the saved assessment. Missing information is not evidence that he cannot do it.

Draft investment

Draft history unavailable

A verified draft record is not available here. Missing data does not mean he went undrafted.

Draft record source

What the recorded workload tells us

No recorded NFL regular-season production is available in the two seasons shown. That is an evidence gap, not a zero or a judgment of his ability.

Confirm the latest game-day designation. General active-roster status does not certify that he will dress or receive work.

Player research sources

RB6 · Early-down runner

Jadarian Price

Age 23 · Rookie · injured reserve

Back to depth chart
Three-down outlook: Not establishedPass protection: Not established
Saved scouting assessment

First genuinely encouraging marker: Macdonald said Oct. 16 the rookie is progressing well and should be back soon after one more absence, which points at Week 7 or 8 without naming a date. Not startable this week, but the hold case strengthens - he was the clear early-down lead before the chest injury, and Charbonnet is still unactivated off PUP with Wilson and Holani holding the room.

Scouting assessment saved Sun, Oct 18, 3:57 AM EDT.

Path to more work

His path begins with an opening behind Emanuel Wilson. The dated board currently prefers George Holani for the lead replacement role. Being next on a depth chart would not by itself guarantee the carries, third downs and goal-line work.

Ahead on the feed’s RB chart: Emanuel Wilson, Zach Charbonnet, George Holani, Velus Jones Jr., Robert Henry Jr.. Their roles and availability shape how much work could open up.

Why the work could go elsewhere

An early-down profile offers a path to carries between the tackles. A receiving or protection specialist could still handle third downs, limiting a full-workload takeover.

Pass protection has not been established in the saved assessment. Missing information is not evidence that he cannot do it.

Draft investment

2026 · Round 1 · Pick 32

Drafted by SEA; not necessarily his current team.

Early-round investment is part of his prospect pedigree and may support a chance to develop. It does not guarantee the next workload, especially after a team change.

Draft record source

What the recorded workload tells us

In 2026, his 3 recorded games include 28 carries and 4 receptions on 7 targets. He has recorded work both on the ground and in the passing game; those totals alone do not establish pass-protection ability or a three-down role.

His roster feed status is injured reserve. He needs the relevant roster or availability change before this becomes an immediate pickup opportunity.

Player research sources

FB1 · Fullback

Brady Russell

Age 28 · 4 years of NFL experience · active

Back to depth chart
Three-down outlook: Not establishedPass protection: Positive assessment
Saved scouting assessment — source review needed

Fullback/H-back kept for blocking and special teams, cleared through a minor chest injury in Week 3 prep. Not a ball carrier and not part of the backfield rotation.

Scouting assessment saved Sun, Sep 27, 3:54 AM EDT. This assessment is older than 14 days or has an invalid date; current-role review is needed.

Path to more work

His path begins with an opening behind Emanuel Wilson. The dated board currently prefers George Holani for the lead replacement role. Being next on a depth chart would not by itself guarantee the carries, third downs and goal-line work.

Why the work could go elsewhere

A fullback’s place on the chart represents a different assignment from the running-back queue. Blocking or situational touches do not make him the next lead runner when an RB is absent.

The saved assessment credits his pass protection, which can help a back earn passing-down trust. It does not guarantee a three-down assignment.

Draft investment

Draft history unavailable

A verified draft record is not available here. Missing data does not mean he went undrafted.

Draft record source

What the recorded workload tells us

In 2026, his 6 recorded games include 0 carries and 3 receptions on 3 targets. The recorded opportunity includes passing-game work. It does not establish that he would inherit the rushing workload.

Confirm the latest game-day designation. General active-roster status does not certify that he will dress or receive work.

Player research sources

FB2 · Fullback

Robbie Ouzts

Age 24 · 2 years of NFL experience · injured reserve

Back to depth chart
Three-down outlook: Not establishedPass protection: Positive assessment
Saved scouting assessment — source review needed

Blocking fullback/tight end hybrid, on injured reserve since Aug. 11 with an undisclosed injury after missing all of camp; Seattle signed LB Aaron Smith into the roster spot. No official timetable exists and reporting disagrees on whether his season is over, so treat the return date as unknown. Either way he is a run-blocking specialist with no bearing on the RB rotation.

Scouting assessment saved Sat, Oct 3, 3:53 AM EDT. This assessment is older than 14 days or has an invalid date; current-role review is needed.

Path to more work

His path begins with an opening behind Emanuel Wilson. The dated board currently prefers George Holani for the lead replacement role. Being next on a depth chart would not by itself guarantee the carries, third downs and goal-line work.

Why the work could go elsewhere

A fullback’s place on the chart represents a different assignment from the running-back queue. Blocking or situational touches do not make him the next lead runner when an RB is absent.

The saved assessment credits his pass protection, which can help a back earn passing-down trust. It does not guarantee a three-down assignment.

Draft investment

2025 · Round 5 · Pick 175

Drafted by SEA; not necessarily his current team.

A later-round selection describes his entry point. It does not rule out a lead role; demonstrated production and a trusted assignment matter more than draft position alone.

Draft record source

What the recorded workload tells us

In 2025, his 4 recorded games include 0 carries and 0 receptions on 0 targets. Receiving volume is not established by these records. Do not read that as proof he cannot catch or protect the quarterback.

His roster feed status is injured reserve. He needs the relevant roster or availability change before this becomes an immediate pickup opportunity.

Player research sources

Unlisted · Role under review

Jacardia Wright

Age 26 · 1 years of NFL experience · practice squad

Back to depth chart
Three-down outlook: Not establishedPass protection: Not established
Saved scouting assessment

Material change: the unexplained Out flag now has a source. He went on practice-squad injured reserve Oct. 6, which removes any call-up case until he is restored. No offensive role had been established before that: when Price was ruled out for Week 4 the team named Holani and Emanuel Wilson, with Velus Jones Jr. the possible elevation, not Wright. No redraft or dynasty value; monitor only.

Scouting assessment saved Sun, Oct 25, 3:56 AM EDT.

Path to more work

His path begins with an opening behind Emanuel Wilson. The dated board currently prefers George Holani for the lead replacement role. Being next on a depth chart would not by itself guarantee the carries, third downs and goal-line work.

Why the work could go elsewhere

A clear role assessment is not available. Rushing experience, receiving usage and protection responsibilities need checking before treating him as a direct replacement.

Pass protection has not been established in the saved assessment. Missing information is not evidence that he cannot do it.

Draft investment

Draft history unavailable

A verified draft record is not available here. Missing data does not mean he went undrafted.

Draft record source

What the recorded workload tells us

No recorded NFL regular-season production is available in the two seasons shown. That is an evidence gap, not a zero or a judgment of his ability.

His roster feed status is practice squad. He needs the relevant roster or availability change before this becomes an immediate pickup opportunity.

Player research sources

Unlisted · Fullback

Jackson Acker

Age 24 · Rookie · practice squad

Back to depth chart
Three-down outlook: Not establishedPass protection: Not established

Individual scouting research is pending. The recorded workload and draft history below provide the available context.

Path to more work

His path begins with an opening behind Emanuel Wilson. The dated board currently prefers George Holani for the lead replacement role. Being next on a depth chart would not by itself guarantee the carries, third downs and goal-line work.

Why the work could go elsewhere

A fullback’s place on the chart represents a different assignment from the running-back queue. Blocking or situational touches do not make him the next lead runner when an RB is absent.

Pass protection has not been established in the saved assessment. Missing information is not evidence that he cannot do it.

Draft investment

Draft history unavailable

A verified draft record is not available here. Missing data does not mean he went undrafted.

What the recorded workload tells us

No recorded NFL regular-season production is available in the two seasons shown. That is an evidence gap, not a zero or a judgment of his ability.

His roster feed status is practice squad. He needs the relevant roster or availability change before this becomes an immediate pickup opportunity.

The production behind the names

2026 regular season. Recorded production, not a projection. A missing stat line is not a zero.

Player comparison for the 2026 regular season
PlayerGames with statsCarriesReceptionsTotal yardsPPR / game
Emanuel Wilson
7111646810.7
George Holani
736121965.1
Brady Russell
603401.2
Jacardia Wright
—————
Jackson Acker
—————
Jadarian Price
32841404.7
Robbie Ouzts
—————
Robert Henry Jr.
—————
Velus Jones Jr.
391271.2
Zach Charbonnet
—————
Emanuel Wilson: recent touches

Carries + receptions, last 6 recorded games in 2026

Wk 221 touches
Wk 39 touches
Wk 424 touches
Wk 522 touches
Wk 614 touches
Wk 725 touches
George Holani: recent touches

Carries + receptions, last 6 recorded games in 2026

Wk 25 touches
Wk 38 touches
Wk 48 touches
Wk 58 touches
Wk 65 touches
Wk 76 touches
Brady Russell: recent touches

Carries + receptions, last 6 recorded games in 2026

Wk 12 touches
Wk 31 touches
Wk 40 touches
Wk 50 touches
Wk 60 touches
Wk 70 touches
Jadarian Price: recent touches

Carries + receptions, last 3 recorded games in 2026

Wk 112 touches
Wk 214 touches
Wk 36 touches
Velus Jones Jr.: recent touches

Carries + receptions, last 3 recorded games in 2026

Wk 50 touches
Wk 65 touches
Wk 75 touches

Totals include all teams played for that season. Per-game averages use games with recorded stats. Source: nflverse player statistics.

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