After six seasons in the NFL, former Seattle Seahawks running back Rashaad Penny has retired. The former San Diego State Aztec is officially calling it a career. Penny had signed a one-year contract with the Carolina Panthers, reuniting with head coach Dave Canales, who had been with the Seahawks when Penny was drafted.
Now, it is being reported that Penny’s days in the NFL are complete.
The #Panthers have placed running back Rashaad Penny on the reserve/retired list.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) July 30, 2024
Originally the No. 27 overall pick in the 2018 NFL draft, Penny was selected to give a shot of life to the abysmal running game the 2017 Seahawks were unable to get going. In that season, Se3ttle only scored one rushing touchdown by a running back, leaving quarterback Russell Wilson responsible for being involved with every single other score.
Unfortunately, injuries defined Penny’s career. After being underutilized in his rookie campaign, Penny’s sophomore season was cut short thanks to an ACL tear. He played in only three games during the following 2020 season.
In 2021 it seemed as if Penny was finally catching his stride. He rushed for 749 yards and six touchdowns. He parlayed his strong 2021 into a one-year extension, and was off to a hot start in 2022 by rushing for 346 yuards and two scores in just five games.
Unfortunately, injuris struck once more. Penny was lost for the season after breaking his fibula in Week 5. Penny went on to play for the Philadelphia Eagles last year, but only appeared in three games.
When Penny was healthy, he provided the spark the Seahawks ground attack needed. His speed and size were a deadly combo, punishing defenses when he was living up to his potential. It is just a rotten shame injuries derailed what was shaping up to be a promising career.
We at Seahawks Wire wish Penny the best of luck in retirement, and that he finds fulfillment in his post-football life!
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