Seahawks offensive coordinator Brian Fleury dropped the news every 12 had been waiting for: rookie running back Jadarian Price is about to get way more reps for our beloved Hawks. In his Week 1 debut, Price was only on the field for 24 snaps, which was less than half of the total offensive workload, but that’s all about to change after an impressive performance.
The Rookie Who Earned It
Fleury told reporters Thursday that the initial cautious approach with Price wasn’t about anything physical. Nope, it was “just being a rookie,” as Fleury put it. Our guy didn’t even play in the preseason, so Week 1 was his very first NFL game on a huge stage. The coaching staff was “very deliberate” about his snap count and how he’d be used, wanting to be cautious with his workload. But make no mistake, Price absolutely earned the increase. He is going to continue to be brought along and developed the right way, which is exactly what you want to hear about a promising young player. With 10 carries for 52 yards and two catches for six yards on those limited snaps, he showed flashes of what he can do.
Price Is The Man Now
This isn’t just about a rookie getting a few extra plays; this is about the absolute foundation of our run game. With Super Bowl LX MVP Kenneth Walker III gone in free agency, and Zach Charbonnet out for at least the first four games as he recovers from an ACL tear suffered in the divisional-round win against the 49ers, Jadarian Price isn’t just *a* tailback, he’s *the* top tailback right now. The future of our ground game, the heart of our offense, rests squarely on his shoulders. He proved in Week 1 he’s ready to handle it, making the most of every touch he got.
So get ready, Emerald City! The next chance to see Price unleash his full potential is coming up fast. The Hawks are headed to Arizona this Sunday to face the 1-0 Cardinals. You know our 12s will be watching every single carry, ready to see this rookie take the reins and truly make this backfield his own.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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