Big news for the 12s straight out of Renton this Wednesday: the Seahawks officially designated wide receiver Irv Charles for return to practice, opening his 21-day window to get back on the field. This is a move that could quietly spark some much-needed energy on special teams, and it’s been a long time coming for Charles.
The Long Road Back to the Emerald City
This ain’t just some guy coming back from a minor tweak. Charles was placed on injured reserve with an undisclosed injury *before* Week 1 even started this season, which meant he’s already missed four games for your Hawks. But let’s be real, his road back has been way longer than that. We’re talking about a player who missed *all of 2025* after tearing his ACL late in his second season back in 2024 while he was still with the Jets. That’s a brutal stretch for any athlete. The Seahawks snagged Charles in an offseason trade with the Jets, knowing he was recovering. Now, after all that time, we’re finally seeing him take the first real steps towards getting back into action for our squad.
Why This Special Teams Ace Matters
So, who is Irv Charles and why should the Emerald City be watching this? He came into the league as an undrafted free agent in 2022, signing with the Jets. But don’t sleep on this dude: he quickly established himself as a core special-teams player for them in 2023 and 2024. He’s not just a body out there, either. Over two seasons, Charles recorded 14 tackles and even blocked a punt. That’s the kind of hustle and impactful play we absolutely need on special teams, especially early in the regular season when every single play matters. Adding a proven special teams contributor like Charles back into the mix could be a huge lift for Coach Macdonald’s unit.
With that 21-day practice window now wide open, Charles has a chance to show the coaching staff exactly what he can bring. The 12s will be watching closely to see if he can get back to full speed and carve out a role, potentially bringing some much-needed juice to our special teams unit. His return could be a quiet but crucial boost as we push deeper into the regular season. Let’s get it, Irv!
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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