Seattle’s rookie running back Jadarian Price is officially headed to injured reserve, a gut punch for the run game that’ll sideline him for at least four weeks. ESPN’s Adam Schefter broke the news that Price aggravated a chest injury in practice this week, and just like that, the backfield picture got a whole lot clearer for the Emerald City. Say hello to Emanuel Wilson, because he’s about to get the rock.
Tough Break for the Rookie
This is a brutal blow for Jadarian Price. The rookie was trying to get things rolling, and now he’s out for a minimum of four games thanks to that aggravated chest injury he picked up in practice. When you see a guy go on IR, it’s never good, and for the Seahawks’ run game, it means a significant piece of the puzzle is out of commission for a while. We gotta figure out how we’re gonna move the chains without him for the next month plus.
Emanuel Wilson: The Man With the Opportunity
So, who steps up? Emanuel Wilson, that’s who. He’s been the backup, and now he’s the guy. The word from the fantasy folks over at Fantasy Pros is that Wilson is still rostered in under 60 percent of PPR leagues, and actually available in over 65 percent of leagues. That’s wild, because he’s about to get the bulk of the carries for our Hawks! If you’re looking for a silver lining, it’s that Wilson gets a chance to show what he’s made of and prove he can handle the load. This is his moment to grab that starting role and not let go.
With Price out, all eyes are on Emanuel Wilson. This isn’t just a chance for him, it’s critical for the Seahawks to keep our ground game churning. We need him to step up, protect the ball, and make those plays. The season rolls on, and we’re gonna see what Wilson is truly made of over these next four games. Go Hawks!
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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