Running Backs (4): Chris Carson, DeeJay Dallas, Travis Homer, Rashaad Penny
Chris Carson and Rashaad Penny are both rehabbing from season-ending injuries suffered in December of 2019, but both are expected to recover fully in time for the 2020 campaign.
They will once again be 1A and 1B in Seattle’s running back pecking order, although their concerning injury history makes having added depth even more important.
That depth will come in the pair of two former teammates at the University of Miami, Travis Homer and DeeJay Dallas.
Homer was a sixth round pick by Seattle in 2019, and served a valuable role on the special teams last season, until he was thrust into regular duty thanks to injuries.
He’ll compete with Dallas, a fifth round pick over the weekend, for the role of third down back. Dallas is a converted wide receiver who would thrive in a third down role, not just for his abilities as a pass catcher but also because he loves blocking for his quarterback.
Regardless of who earns the third down moniker, both Homer and Dallas will likely be on the roster next season, and could easily see lots of playing time if Carson or Penny need rest or get injured.
Nick Bellore, last year’s fullback and a core special teamer, is a potential cut candidate in my mind. I think the team has someone else in mind to handle his role as occasional blocker and special teams contributor, but I’ll get to him later.