New Headline: Seahawks 98ers: The Golden Age of Modern Football
If the season started today, one Seahawks player would be their biggest fantasy bargain, another a likely bust, and a third a likely wild card. The defending champs will begin the 2026 season without Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker. Additionally, injured 1B running back Zach Charbonnet might not be ready for Week 1.
The former was the backfield’s most efficient rusher. The latter was tied for fifth in the league with 28 carries inside the opposing 10-yard line. Former undrafted free agent George Holani (26 years old) won’t be able to fill that hole.
Neither will the recently signed 27-year-old Emmanuel Wilson -- another former undrafted free agent who’s entirely capable, but doesn’t have the track record to consistently elevate the running game. I believe these realities will put more responsibility on Sam Darnold to help move this offense. Only three teams threw less than Seattle did last season.
There’s room for this offense to open up, much like Minnesota’s did during Darnold 2024 Vikings stint. His ADP will be no better than QB22, and that might be generous given his recent QB28 production (in points per game). But he’s a great bet to finish in the top 18 and a worthwhile bet to return to the top 12.
The biggest bust will be whoever’s named the starting RB ahead of Week 1. Might be Charbonnet if he’s somehow ready. Might be Wilson.