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Seahawks WR JSN Ready for TNF; LB Thomas Out
16 Oct
Summary
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba will play Thursday night despite a sore ankle.
- Starting linebacker Drake Thomas is out due to an ankle injury.
- Zach Charbonnet is not cleared to play, nine months post-surgery.
The Seattle Seahawks will have their key wide receiver, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, available for Thursday night's game against the Denver Broncos. Smith-Njigba managed a sore ankle sustained in the previous game and was a full participant in practice. His availability is crucial as he leads the NFL in receiving yards and is a significant part of the Seahawks' offense.
Conversely, starting linebacker Drake Thomas has been ruled out due to an ankle injury. Thomas played through the injury last Sunday but faces a short recovery window. Tyrice Knight is expected to start in his place. Coach Mike Macdonald confirmed the team's confidence in Knight's ability to perform.
Additionally, running back Zach Charbonnet will not be activated for this game, despite showing progress in his recovery from surgery nine months ago. The team is prioritizing his long-term health. Velus Jones Jr. was added to the 53-man roster for depth, while Irv Charles was moved to the practice squad.
