Get ready, 12s, because rookie running back Jadarian Price is officially set to lead the Seattle Seahawks’ backfield right out of the gate. After losing Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III in free agency, our Hawks wasted no time, snatching up the Notre Dame standout with the No. 32 overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft. This kid is the future, and the future is now.
The Rookie Taking Charge
This isn’t just any rookie debut, either. Price is only the fourth running back ever drafted by the Seahawks in the first round. And get this: he totally earned it. According to ESPN’s Brady Henderson, Price looked “as good as advertised, and in some ways better,” during training camp. That’s why Head Coach Mike Macdonald and OC Brian Fleury are giving him the keys from day one. He’s got the full confidence of the staff to lead the backfield heading into a massive season.
Big Shoes, Big Stage
Here’s the kicker: Price didn’t play a single snap in the 2026 preseason. Macdonald said it was due to a “lack of bodies” at the running back position, so they prioritized keeping their top draft pick healthy. Smart move, right? Now, his true NFL debut is going to be a baptism by fire. The Hawks are hosting their Super Bowl LX opponent, the New England Patriots, in Week 1. This isn’t just any season opener, it’s the start of our title defense campaign, baby! And Price has *huge* shoes to fill. Remember how Kenneth Walker III absolutely carved up the Patriots’ defense for 135 yards on 27 attempts? Yeah, Price has to step into that kind of production. It’s a massive challenge, but if anyone can rise to it, it’s our guy.
So, get ready for an electric Week 1 at Lumen Field. All eyes are on Jadarian Price. Can he deliver on the hype and kick off our title defense with a bang? This is it, Seattle. The season starts now!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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