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Seahawks turn to practice squad for secondary depth in opener

Two Seahawks starters sidelined, forcing a practice‑squad call‑up for the Week 1 opener

By · Published September 12, 2026  01:03 UTC · Updated September 12, 2026  01:39 UTC

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The Seahawks entered Week 1 without Nick Emmanwori, who was ruled out with an ankle injury, and were further shorthanded after losing two safeties, prompting the team to rely on practice‑squad players for secondary depth. Meanwhile, the Patriots began the opening game without RB TreVeyon Henderson.

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  • Primary Driver: Two Seahawks starters sidelined, forcing a practice‑squad call‑up for the Week 1 opener
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Two Seahawks defensive backs are ruled out for the season‑opening game, leaving the secondary shorthanded ahead of the Week 1 contest. Injuries to Nick Emmanwori (ankle) and Tory Horton (hamstring) are cited, while Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson is also listed as inactive. ESPN reports Emmanwori’s ankle injury and NBC Sports notes Horton’s hamstring keep both out of the lineup.

With those losses, Seattle is tapping its practice squad to fill the gap, as detailed by Field Gulls. The move underscores the urgency of securing depth against the Patriots in the Super Bowl rematch. The depth crunch directly impacts Seahawks coaches and the practice‑squad players who will step onto the field.

The Patriots will face a secondary lacking its usual starters, while New England also loses RB TreVeyon Henderson per USA Today. Seattle is expected to announce the activated practice‑squad members shortly before kickoff, setting the stage for the opening showdown.

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Which Seahawks players are unavailable for the opener?

Nick Emmanwori (ankle) and Tory Horton (hamstring) are ruled out, according to ESPN and NBC Sports.

How is Seattle addressing the secondary shortage?

The team is promoting players from its practice squad, as reported by Field Gulls.

What other injury concerns affect the Week 1 game?

Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson is listed as inactive for Week 1, per USA Today.

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