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Okada (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Cardinals, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Okada has missed a second straight week of practice and will not suit up for Sunday's divisional contest with the Cardinals. The strong safety remains sidelined due to a hamstring injury and appears no closer to returning to the field. Rodney Thomas will likely be elevated in consecutive weeks to assist the Seahawks' secondary as they continue to deal with the loss of Okada.

Bates should take on an elevated role against the Cowboys on Sunday after Chig Okonkwo was ruled out due to a hamstring injury.

Bates has primarily been utilized as a run blocker during his NFL career, though he did come up with two catches (on three targets) for 13 yards during the Commanders' 24-22 loss to the Eagles in Week 1. Bates should see an uptick in offensive snaps and targets from Jayden Daniels due to Okonkwo's absence, with Ben Sinnott and Colson Yankoff also in the mix for elevated roles.

Whittington (quadriceps) did not practice Friday.

Whittington logged 25 offensive snaps in the 27-7 loss to the 49ers in Week 1, finishing behind Puka Nacua (43) and Davante Adams (33). However, he ended with just one catch for eight yards. While there doesn't appear to be much upside surrounding Whittington ahead of the Week 2 meeting with the Giants, that could change if Nacua, who also didn't practice Friday due to a hip issue, can't suit up for that contest.

Emmanwori (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Emmanwori logged limited practices throughout Week 2. The versatile slot cornerback is not healthy enough to avoid an injury designation heading into the weekend, but there is a good chance the second-year player could suit up for the Seahawks' first divisional opponent. If Emmanwori is still a week away, Nehemiah Pritchett will likely handle the slot cornerback role when the Seahawks play nickel defense.

Giddens (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

Giddens was a healthy scratch for the 41-23 loss to the Ravens in Week 1. He's now dealing with a knee injury, though he was able to practice in full Friday. With that in mind, even if Giddens is healthy, there's a chance he will be inactive. If he is active, he likely won't see much action.

Taylor-Demerson (ribs) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Taylor-Demerson did not play in the Cardinals' Week 1 win over the Chargers due to a rib injury, which he suffered during a preseason game in late August. The injury limited his practice participation in all three sessions this past week, and his status for Sunday's NFC West tilt may not be known until the Cardinals announce their list of inactive players approximately 90 minutes before the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff.

Gibbens (shoulder) does not have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Gibbens' practice participation Wednesday and Thursday was limited by a shoulder injury that he likely picked up during the Cardinals' Week 1 win over the Chargers. However, he was able to shed an injury tag for Week 2 after fully participating in Friday's session. Gibbens played 54 of 55 defensive snaps this past Sunday against Los Angeles, finishing with seven tackles (five solo), including 0.5 sacks.

Oluokun (wrist) does not have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos, Ryan O'Halloran of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Oluokun logged limited participation in the Wednesday and Thursday practice sessions before upgrading to full participation Friday. The outside linebacker is officially all set to suit up for Sunday's contest across from Dennis Gardeck in the Jaguars' defensive second level.

Williams (Achilles) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Williams continues to recover from a torn Achilles that he sustained in December of 2025. He was a limited participant in all three practices for Week 2 prep but still has more steps in his rehab program before being cleared to make his 2026 debut. His next opportunity to do so is Week 3 against the 49ers on Sunday, Sept. 27.

Molden (hamstring) is officially listed as out for Sunday's game versus Las Vegas.

Molden sustained a hamstring injury during the Chargers' regular-season opener versus the Cardinals, and he'll have to sit out at least one game as he recovers. In his absence, veteran Tony Jefferson could start at safety next to Derwin James in Week 2.