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Seahawks Seek Running Back Replacement for Walker

Seattle Seahawks News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!·Mar 13, 2026·1:09

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Seattle Seahawks face a significant challenge in free agency following Kenneth Walkers departure to the Kansas City Chiefs. Zach Charbonnet, their top running back, is recovering from a torn ACL. To fill the void, the team has signed Emanuel Wilson and is considering Brian Robinson Junior, a third-round pick with experience in the NFL. Robinson could provide steady production and help maintain the Seahawks competitiveness until Charbonnet returns.

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Transcript

On March 13th, the Seattle Seahawks are dealing with some big changes in free agency after losing their Super Bowl MVP running back Kenneth Walker II.

The Kansas City Chiefs, Walker signed there as a veteran leader, forcing Seattle to rebuild its backfield for the upcoming season.

And, Zach Chardonnay is coming back as the top guy, but he's recovering from a torn ACL from the playoffs, so he might miss some early games.

The team just added a manual Wilson from the Green Bay Packers on a one-year deal to help out right away.

Fans and analysts see this as a vulnerable spot, with the Seahawks needing someone reliable to carry the load between the tackles until Chardonnay is fully healthy.

Depth they're running back is key without a superstar, and more options could steady the offense.

ESPN analyst Bill Barnwell recently pointed to Brian Robinson Jr. as the perfect match for Seattle.

The third round pick's been timed with the Washington commanders before a trade to the San Francisco 49ers, and now he's hunting for his next spot as a free agent.

Robinson could step in as the main back, offering steady production while the rotation shakes out, keeping the Seahawks competitive as they push, forward without Walker.