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Seahawks vs 49ers injury report: Latest updates, news for Week 11

All the latest updates and news on Seattle’s injury report ahead of a Week 11 game vs. San Francisco.

The Seattle Seahawks have completed another practice ahead of their crucial Week 11 showdown against the San Francisco 49ers. Seattle got starting right tackle Abe Lucas and star wide receiver DK Metcalf back at practice on Wednesday. Fortunately, both players were full participants on Thursday. This of course to more signs the team will have both players ready to go on Sunday.

On the other side, the 49ers were without some of their stars. For a second-straight day, Nick Bosa, Charvarius Ward, and Trent Williams were non-participants. Tight end George Kittle was limited after missing Wednesday’s outing.

The full injury report for both teams can be seen below.

Seahawks injury report

Did Not Participate:

TE Noah Fant – Groin
TE Brady Russell – Foot
C Connor Williams – NIR-Personal
NT Jonathan Hankins – NIR-Rest

Limited Participation:

DE Leonard Williams – Foot
LB Boye Mafe – Knee
S Coby Bryant – Illness

Full Participation:

T Abe Lucas – Knee
WR DK Metcalf – Knee
LB Dre’Mont Jones – Shoulder

49ers injury report

Did Not Participate:

DE Nick Bosa – Hip
DT Kevin Givens – Groin
CB Charvarius Ward – NIR-Personal
T Trent Williams – Ankle/NIR-Rest
P Mitch Wishnowsky – Back

Limited Participation:

TE George Kittle – Hamstring
WR Chris Conley – Hamstring
C Jon Feliciano – Knee
WR Jauan Jennings – Ankle
RB Christian McCaffrey – Achilles

Full Participation:

Renardo Green – Toe
DE Yetur Gross-Matos – Knee

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Seahawks vs 49ers injury report: Latest updates, news for Week 11

All the latest updates and news on Seattle’s injury report ahead of a Week 11 game vs. San Francisco.

The Seattle Seahawks are back in action this week as they return from their much-needed Bye Week. Seattle treated fans to some good news on Wednesday with the update that right tackle Abe Lucas has been officially activated off the Physically Unable to Perform list. This of course helps pave the way for him to potentially make his season debut on Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers.

Lucas was a limited participant in Wednesday’s practice, alongside top pass rusher Boye Mafe. Overall, it is a relatively solid health report for the Seahawks, who have been battling crucial injuries all season long.

The Seahawks are +6.5 underdogs this weekend. It is going to take a healthy lineup and improved offensive line for them to have a shot at stealing one on the road. The full injury report for Seattle’s Wednesday practice is below.

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Seahawks injury report

Did Not Participate in Practice:

TE Noah Fant – Groin
TE Brady Russell – Foot
DE Leonard Williams – Foot
C Connor Williams – NIR-Personal

Limited Participation:

T Abe Lucas – Knee
LB Boye Mafe – Knee

Full Participation:

WR DK Metcalf – Knee
LB Dre’Mont Jones – Shoulder

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Seahawks activate RT Abe Lucas from PUP list, George Fant placed on Injured Reserve

The Seattle Seahawks have just given the 12th Man a jolt of much-needed good news this week. On Wednesday morning, the team officially activated right tackle Abe Lucas off the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list. Lucas has been recovering from a procedure on his knee he had done this past winter, and it cost him the first nine games of the season this year.

Lucas began the 2024 campaign on the PUP list, but was recently designated to return to practice at the end of October. Once he returned to practice, the clock began on a 21-day window to be able to be ready to join the active 53-man roster or be shut down for the remainder of the season. The fact he has been upgraded off the PUP list is a great sign, and points to a potential season debut against the San Francisco 49ers this weekend.

Unfortunately, Lucas returning means someone loses their spot on the 53-man roster, and it appears it will once again be right tackle George Fant. In Week 9, Fant made his return after suffering a knee injury in Week 1. Sadly, his return was short lived as he re-injured his knee, and has once again been placed on injured reserve.

Should Lucas be able to go on Sunday, it will signify a considerable upgrade to a Seahawks offensive line in shambles… especially on the right side. Seattle will need all the help they can get if they want to upset the 49ers.

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Seahawks’ run-blocking metrics through Week 9

The Seattle Seahawks have struggled to effectively run the football this season. Entering their Week 10 bye, the offense is currently producing a 28th-ranked 91.2 rushing yards per game. As a unit, they are averaging a disappointing 4.1 yards per carry. Starting running back Kenneth Walker III has enjoyed just one 100-yard rushing showing this year, and it occurred way back in Week 1.

A struggling offensive line is largely to blame for the lackluster results. Head coach Mike Macdonald has rotated through an abundance of blockers at right guard and right tackle in search of the right combination, to no avail. Opposing defenders have routinely made plays in the backfield.

The Seahawks currently have the fourth-worst run-block-win-rate (RBWR) in the league at 67%, according to data collected by ESPN Stats & Info. Seattle doesn’t have a single offensive lineman on ESPN’s RBWR leaderboard.

Offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb has also struggled to commit to sticking with the struggling ground game. Despite owning a competitive record of 4-5, the Seahawks rank 29th in rushing attempts with just 201. Oddly enough, Seattle’s 11 rushing touchdowns are tied for sixth-most in the league.

The Seahawks have gone into pass-happy shells due to the nonexistent ground attack. Grubb’s rushing offense is scoring touchdowns despite few attempts and inconsistent results. The Seahawks require improved ground-game efficiency when they return from the Week 10 bye.

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Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald offers encouraging Abe Lucas update

The right tackle position was a major sore spot for the Seattle Seahawks in Sunday’s defeat to the Los Angeles Rams. Veteran tackle George Fant received the start after being activated off IR. Fant was credited with allowing two pressures and one sack before re-injuring his knee and exiting the game.

Fant was replaced by rookie blocker Mike Jerrell, who had started the previous two contests at right tackle. Jerrell also struggled, allowing two sacks and four pressures. Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald offered an encouraging update about the position during Monday’s press conference.

Presumed starter Abe Lucas has missed the entire campaign on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list. Lucas recently returned to practice and is working towards making his debut. With the Seahawks on a Week 10 bye, Macdonald said Lucas may start at right tackle versus the San Francisco 49ers in Week 11.

Coach Macdonald confirmed there is a chance Abe Lucas will play against the 49ers.

— Brian Nemhauser (@hawkblogger) November 4, 2024

The 4-5 Seahawks are currently dead-last in the NFC West. The standings will receive another shake-up in Week 10, but the following contest versus the 49ers is a potentially decisive one. Macdonald’s Seahawks are currently 0-2 in the division and must turn around their fortunes if they hope to qualify for the postseason. Getting Lucas back could provide Seattle’s lackluster offensive line with a much-needed jolt.

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Can Seahawks trust OT George Fant to stay healthy?

The Seattle Seahawks activated offensive tackle George Fant off injured reserve (IR) ahead of Sunday’s Week 9 showdown versus their NFC West rival Los Angeles Rams. Fant was active for the first time since Week 1, when he suffered a knee injury in the regular-season opener. He opened Sunday’s contest as the starting right tackle, replacing rookie Mike Jerrell.

Fant unfortunately suffered another knee injury in the overtime defeat to the Rams. The veteran blocker exited the game and did not return. Jerrell replaced him and played the majority of snaps on Seattle’s offensive line.

George Fant has a knee injury his return is doubtful #Seahawks say. He was 1 quarter of ineffective play into return from a knee injury on injured reserve

— Gregg Bell (@gbellseattle) November 3, 2024

Fant only managed 17 offensive snaps before re-injuring the leg that landed him on IR in September. Jerrell played the remaining 63 snaps on offense. Seattle’s offensive line was totally ineffective once again, with starting quarterback Geno Smith under constant duress from the Rams’ offensive line, leading to seven sacks for the defense.

Assuming Fant’s season isn’t over, the Seahawks unfortunately can’t rely on his availability for the rest of the season. Ideally, presumed starting right tackle Abe Lucas, who has been practicing lately, is getting closer to being activated from the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list. Otherwise, Jerrell will likely serve as the starting right tackle against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 11 when the Seahawks return from their bye week.

Fant simply can’t be relied on.

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Seahawks RT George Fant active for first time since Week 1

There is some good injury news for the Seattle Seahawks headed into their Week 9 showdown against the Los Angeles Rams. On Saturday, the Seahawks officially activated right tackle George Fant off the injured reserve list. Fant has been among Seattle’s wounded ever since Week 1 against the Denver Broncos.

The right tackle position for the Seahawks has been devastated by injury this year. Right from the get-go, presumed starter Abe Lucas was placed on the Physically Unable to Perform list to begin the year. Fant was lost in Week 1 like I mentioned, and eventually third-stringer Stone Forsythe was placed on injured reserve himself.

Fant and Lucas returned to practice nearly two full weeks ago. While Lucas clearly still has a ways to go, it is encouraging Fant is able to play once more. The Seahawks offensive line has been nothing short of a disaster this year, and they need all the help they can get.

Sadly, the return of Fant means someone needs to be moved off the 53-man active roster. Nose tackle Cam Young, who began the year on the PUP list and was recently activated off it, has been placed on injured reserve.

Additional roster moves include elevating wide receiver Cody White and cornerback Josh Jobe. Last week against the Bills, Jobe was responsible for snagging the first intercepted pass from quarterback Josh Allen of the year.

How did Seahawks RT Mike Jerrell fare in second career start?

Seattle Seahawks rookie offensive tackle Mike Jerrell made his second consecutive start at right tackle in Sunday’s disappointing 31-10 Week 8 defeat to the Buffalo Bills. Jerrell, a D-III first-year player out of Findlay, earned the right after enjoying a decent debut against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 7. Unfortunately, he struggled against a deep Bills defensive line on Sunday.

Jerrell played all 51 offensive snaps. The Seahawks managed just 10 points and 233 total yards of offense. Pro Football Focus credited Jerrell with allowing four pressures for a second consecutive week. He was also assigned blame for giving up the lone sack Seattle allowed.

As a result, Jerrell earned a lackluster pass-blocking grade of 48.3. He was also whistled for a penalty for a second straight contest. PFF also assigned Jerrell a below-average run 47.5 score as a run blocker.

The Seahawks could have conceivably opted to start veteran right tackle George Fant instead, who was eligible to come off IR. Head coach Mike Macdonald and all parties involved understandably opted to give Jerrell his second consecutive start after he enjoyed a positive debut against the Falcons in Week 7. Hindsight is 20-20, but it was probably the wrong decision.

Fant could return at right tackle in a massive NFC West showdown versus the Los Angeles Rams in Week 9. Elsewhere, Abe Lucas is nearing a return after recently participating in practice. Jerrell may not feature for the Seahawks again this campaign, but he deserves credit for getting ready to play given his inexperience.

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Seahawks place T Stone Forsythe on injured reserve, claim LB Josh Ross on waivers

The good injury news giveth, and the bad injury news taketh away. Such has been life for the Seattle Seahawks at their right tackle position. On Wednesday afternoon, the Seahawks announced they were placing third-string right tackle Stone Forsythe on injured reserve. He will be out for a minimum of four games.

Forsythe was pressed into service after starter Abe Lucas began the season on the PUP list and backup George Fant was injured in Week 1. Forsythe has struggled for the majority of this season, surrendering by far the most pressures of any tackle in the league according to PFF.

Last week against the Atlanta Falcons, Forsythe missed the first game of the season with a hand injury. Starting in his place was sixth round rookie Michael Jerrell, who performed admirably, and could perhaps be a viable option moving forward at the position.

Still, it’s hard to be too upset with this news, especially considering it came on the same day when it was announced both Lucas and Fant would be returning to practice.

Additionally, the Seahawks claimed linebacker Josh Ross off of waivers. Ross is now reunited with both his former college and NFL defensive coordinator, Mike Macdonald. Ross was a Michigan Wolverine who played his senior year under Macdonald in Ann Arbor, and the first two years of his NFL career with him in Baltimore.

Ross is familiar with Macdonald’s system, and despite playing in only 12 games in the league, having someone with his knowledge is paramount.

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Seahawks RT’s Abe Lucas and George Fant to return to practice

For what feels like a lifetime at this point, the Seattle Seahawks finally received good news when it comes to the health of their offensive line! On Wednesday it was reported both Abe Lucas and George Fant are officially returning to practice after missing extended time.

Lucas began the season on the Physically Unable to Perform list due to lingering recovery from knee surgery he underwent in January. Lucas’ health has been a growing concern for the Seahawks, as he missed eleven games last year, and has already been out for seven in 2024. Still, it is a good sign he is finally able to get back to practice.

Head coach Mike Macdonald did mention that while Lucas is back at practice, he is not gearing up to return to games just yet. Sadly, this does include this coming weekend’s game against the Buffalo Bills.

As for George Fant, Lucas’ immediate backup, it is also positive he is returning to practice. Like Lucas last year, Fant was injured in Seattle’s Week 1 game, and was placed on injured reserve in late September.

Both players now have a 21-day window of practice to prove they are capable of being activated to the 53-man roster. If they are unable to get ready by then, they will be shutdown for the remainder of the season.

Hopefully, they will not need the entirety of the 21 days allotted to them. While rookie Michael Jerrell played admirably in his start last weekend, the Seahawks need both Lucas and Fant back in action to help this struggling offensive line.

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