Seahawks Receive Boost: Elijah Arroyo Impresses and More Reinforcements Expected

The Seattle Seahawks secured the No. 1 seed in the playoffs with an impressive 14-3 regular-season record. This achievement grants them a first-round bye, allowing the team to recover while watching other playoff teams compete. On Saturday, the Seahawks will host the San Francisco 49ers at Lumen Field.

Elijah Arroyo Returns to Practice

A significant boost for the Seahawks comes from rookie tight end Elijah Arroyo. After missing the last four games of the season while on injured reserve, Arroyo returned to practice last week. Head Coach Mike Macdonald expressed optimism about Arroyo’s potential return for the upcoming game, stating, “Elijah’s looking good. He’s a possibility for coming back for this game.”

Injury Management for Seahawks

NFL regulations allow teams to return up to eight players from injured reserve during the regular season and two additional players in the playoffs. The Seahawks have utilized seven of these slots, leaving room for another player, likely Arroyo. This opens possibilities for running back George Holani and linebacker Chazz Surratt to also return from IR.

• Returning Players:
  • Elijah Arroyo (Tight End)
  • George Holani (Running Back)
  • Chazz Surratt (Linebacker)
• Unavailable Players:
  • Tory Horton (Receiver)
  • Cody White (Receiver)

Other Players Looking to Return

In addition to Arroyo, the Seahawks are hopeful about the return of left tackle Charles Cross and safety Coby Bryant. Cross has been sidelined for three games with a hamstring injury, while Bryant missed two games due to a knee issue. Macdonald noted, “He’s doing good. All the guys except for the two are eligible to come back this week and should be practicing.”

Balancing Practice and Rest

The Seahawks have adapted their practice schedule to maintain a balance between preparation and rest during the playoff bye. Practices will kick off on Tuesday, similarly structured to a regular week despite starting a day earlier. Macdonald emphasized the importance of finding the right balance: “That’s kind of the million-dollar question. How much do you do, how much do you rest?”

As the Seahawks prepare to take on the 49ers, the return of Elijah Arroyo and other key players may prove pivotal for their playoff success. The team aims to stay sharp while ensuring that players remain well-rested for the upcoming challenges.

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