Will Akeem King play a lot in nickel?

The Seahawks released veteran nickel corner Jamar Taylor last week, a clear sign to most that rookie Ugo Amadi was ready to take over for the rest of the season.

However, against the Eagles in Week 12, veteran Akeem King saw all of Seattle’s nickelback snaps, thanks in part to Philadelphia’s frequent usage of two-tight end sets. Coach Pete Carroll prefers the bigger, more physical King when going against bigger opponents, and that made him the preferred option against an Eagles squad that was without Jordan Mathews, Nelson Agholor and Alshon Jeffery.

A similar situation likely awaits Seattle on Monday, with the Vikings and their two tight ends, Kyle Rudolph and Irv Smith, Jr, rolling into town.

The Vikings are without receiver Adam Thielen, making it likely they’ll rely on their two tight ends more than usual.

As such, fans who are eagerly awaiting more time on the defensive side of the ball by Amadi will probably have to wait at least another week to see him in action.