The Seahawks are kicking off their season with some real questions in the secondary, as safety Ty Okada is officially OUT for Wednesday’s season opener against the Patriots. This is a tough blow right out of the gate, forcing Mike Macdonald and the crew to make some quick adjustments before the whistle even blows.
Secondary Facing Early Season Test
It is not just Okada either. Safety Nick Emmanwori is listed as questionable for the game. Emmanwori has been working his way back from offseason ankle surgery and was limited in practice this week. Okada’s hamstring injury kept him completely out of practice, showing just how serious that issue is for our secondary. Losing both guys, or even just one, for the first game of the year is a huge challenge, especially when you are trying to set the tone for the whole season. The 12s expect our defense to be locked in from day one, and these injuries definitely add some pressure right away.
Some Relief Elsewhere on the Roster
The good news? It is not all bad news on the injury front. Wide receiver Rory Horton is also questionable with a hamstring issue after being limited in practice. But we are getting some guys back in the mix, which is a relief. Tight end AJ Barner, guard Anthony Bradford, offensive lineman Josh Jones, cornerback Julian Neal, and running back Emanuel Wilson are all off the injury report completely. They are good to go and expected to play, which helps soften the blow in other areas of the roster. Every healthy body counts, especially when you are going into battle for the first time.
Wednesday’s opener against the Patriots is huge. We need to come out strong, and these early season injuries in the secondary mean the next man up mentality is going to be tested immediately. Can the defense step up despite these challenges? You better believe the Emerald City will be watching every snap, ready to see how our Hawks respond. Get ready, 12s, the season starts now!
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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