The Seahawks officially made a swift roster move on Tuesday, adding running back Robert Henry to the 53-man roster, snatching him right off the Washington Commanders practice squad. While some of us might have been dreaming about a splashy veteran like Joe Mixon, the Emerald City brass went for immediate depth as our run game needs some serious shoring up.
Who is Robert Henry?
So, who is the newest member of our backfield? Robert Henry is an undrafted rookie out of UTSA. That’s right, an undrafted guy who hasn’t seen a single snap in a regular season game yet. This isn’t exactly a household name, but it tells you just how quickly the team needs bodies and fresh legs. When you’re pulling a player off another team’s practice squad, it screams “urgent need.”
The Cascade of Moves
This isn’t just one move, though; it’s a whole chain reaction that shows the immediate health concerns at running back. To make space for Henry on the 53-man roster, the Seahawks waived safety AJ Finley. But the biggest reason for this scramble? Our rookie running back Jadarian Price landed on injured reserve. And if that wasn’t enough, we also saw running back Jacardia Wright get placed on practice squad injured reserve. This isn’t just a tweak; it’s a full-on shuffle of the depth chart, highlighting just how thin we’ve gotten at a critical position.
What does this mean for our Hawks? We’re heading into the thick of the season, and having a reliable run game is non-negotiable. Henry’s arrival is a clear sign that the coaching staff, led by Mike Macdonald, is looking for anyone who can contribute right now. Will this undrafted rookie out of UTSA make a splash? We’re all going to be watching for Henry’s debut, hoping he can provide that spark and prove he belongs in the Emerald City backfield. Get ready to cheer him on, 12s!
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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