Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Returns to Sunday's game
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Emmanwori (hamstring) returned to Sunday's game against the Commanders, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Emmanwori exited the contest due to a hamstring injury. but he's returned in relatively short order. With Emmanwori back in the equation, Julian Neal, Maxen Hook and Nehemiah Pritchett will likely log fewer snaps the rest of the way.
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Questionable to return Sunday
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Emmanwori is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Commanders due to a hamstring injury, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Emmanwori was expected to work in a larger role Sunday after having his snaps limited in Week 2 against the Cardinals in his first game back from offseason ankle injury. He's now working through a new issue, and while he's being evaluated by medical staff, the Seahawks will need to turn to the likes of Julian Neal, Maxen Hook and Nehemiah Pritchett to step into larger roles in the secondary, given that Ty Okada (hamstring) and Julian Love (calf) are both inactive.
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: 'Significantly higher' workload in Week 3
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Emmanwori (ankle) will have a "significantly higher" workload in Week 3, Brady Henderson of ESPN reports.
Emmanwori made his 2026 campaign debut in the 31-7 win over Arizona in Week 2 after missing the opener while still working his way back from July ankle surgery, finishing with one solo tackle in nine defensive snaps. Although head coach Mike Macdonald didn't reveal exactly how much Emmanwori will play in Week 3 versus Washington, he stated that the nickel corner would "be out there a good bit."
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Limited in return
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Emmanwori recorded one solo tackle during Sunday's 31-7 win at Arizona.
In his first game back after undergoing surgery to address an ankle issue back in July, Emmanwori appeared to be on a relatively strict snap count, playing just eight defensive snaps. His snap share should expand as the season progresses, and he'll be hoping to get more work in Week 3 at Washington.
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Good to go against Arizona
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Emmanwori (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.
Emmanwori was unable to play against the Patriots in Week 1 due to an ankle injury, but the second-year pro has been given the green light by medical staff to play in Sunday's NFC West tilt. He played a key role in the Seahawks' run to the Super Bowl last year and finished the 2025 regular season with 81 tackles (56 solo), including 2.5 sacks, and 11 pass defenses (including one interception) across 14 games.
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Questionable for Sunday's contest
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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 prep. 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 to face the Seahawks' first divisional opponent of the season. If Emmanwori ultimately sits out another game, Nehemiah Pritchett will likely handle the slot cornerback role against Arizona.
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Limited again
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Emmanwori (ankle) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.
The slot cornerback didn't play in the Seahawks' Week 1 win over the Patriots after practicing on a limited basis ahead of that contest as well. He is looking likely to at least enter the weekend with an injury designation. Emmanwori enjoyed a standout rookie campaign a year ago, recording 81 tackles (56 solo), including 2.5 sacks, and 11 pass breakups, including an interception, during the regular season.
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Limited in practice Wednesday
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Emmanwori (ankle) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports
Emmanwori was unable to overcome his ankle injury and suit up for last Wednesday's 13-10 victory over the Patriots. The slot cornerback is one of the most important parts of coach Mike Macdonald's Seattle defense, meaning a potential return for Sunday's divisional contest against the Cardinals would be significant. Emmanwori will need to upgrade to full practice participation to dodge an injury designation ahead of the game.
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Iffy for Week 1
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There is uncertainty about whether Emmanwori (ankle) will be cleared to play against the Patriots on Wednesday, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.
Emmanwori underwent arthroscopic ankle surgery in July, and although he was removed from the PUP list Aug. 11, it's still unclear whether he'll suit up for Seattle's regular-season opener in a Super Bowl LX rematch. The 2025 second-rounder played a key role on the Seahawks' defense last year, and if he's unable to play, then Julian Neal (leg), Avery Smith and Nehemiah Pritchett would all be in line for an elevated workload against New England.
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Passes physical
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Emmanwori (ankle) passed his physical Tuesday and has been taken off the Seahawks' active/PUP list, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.
Emmanwori had surgery ahead of training camp related to a sprained ankle he suffered four days prior to Super Bowl LX, and he has now taken a big step toward returning to the field. It's still not fully clear whether he'll be ready to go by Week 1 of the regular season, however. His status will be worth keeping an eye on as the preseason unfolds.
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Uncertainty about Week 1 status
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Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald responded "I don't know" Saturday when asked about Emmanwori's (ankle) potential availability for Week 1 of the regular season, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.
An earlier report by Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com indicated that Emmanwori would likely be ready to go by the regular-season opener, but there's reason to be at least a little less optimistic about that scenario following Macdonald's comments. Per Bell, Macdonald also confirmed that the surgery Emmanwori underwent recently was tied to the sprained ankle he suffered four days before Super Bowl LX. While the standout defensive back doesn't currently have a definitive timeline to return to the field, Macdonald indicated that Emmanwori isn't dealing with a serious, long-term issue.
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Placed on PUP list
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The Seahawks placed Emmanwori (undisclosed) on the active/PUP list Monday, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.
Emmanwori was on the field for spring and summer offseason workouts, but he now appears to be dealing with an injury in advance of training camp. Once he's deemed healthy enough to resume practicing, Emmanwori will be eligible to come off the PUP list at any point during training camp. The 2025 second-round pick totaled 81 tackles (56 solo), 2.5 sacks, 11 pass breakups and an interception across 14 regular-season appearances as a rookie.
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Excels as rookie
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Emmanwori finished the 2025 regular season with 81 tackles (56 solo), 2.5 sacks, 11 pass breakups and an interception through 14 games. He added 13 tackles (10 solo) and four pass breakups through three postseason outings.
Emmanwori was a finalist for Defensive Rookie of the Year and played a significant role in the Seahawks' path to the Super Bowl. The second-round pick is officially listed as a defensive back, and his ability to move around the formation allowed the Seahawks to keep him on the field regardless of the situation. Emmanwori proved to be a capable run-stopper and pass-rusher when operating as a linebacker, and his coverage skills exceeded expectations as a rookie while still having some room to grow. His flexibility in the formation was vital to keeping offenses guessing. We should expect Emmanwori to continue his upward trajectory in the 2026 season.
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Expected to play Sunday
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Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald said Thursday that Emmanwori (ankle) is "fully expected" to play Sunday versus New England in the Super Bowl, Jeff Darlington of ESPN reports.
Emmanwori officially was listed as limited Wednesday after rolling his ankle in practice, and per Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic, Macdonald said the rookie second-rounder is managing a low-ankle sprain. Macdonald also noted that Seattle will be overly cautious with Emmanwori's health, so it won't be surprising if he's limited again or even held out entirely Thursday and/or Friday. What remains to be seen is whether Emmanwori will manage to avoid an injury designation entirely for Sunday's game.
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Posts 11 stops vs. LAR
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Emmanwori registered 11 tackles (seven solo) during the Seahawks' 38-37 overtime win over the Rams on Thursday.
The rookie second-rounder registered the most tackles of his young career Thursday and finished as the game's third-leading tackler behind Drake Thomas (13) and Ernest Jones (12). In the eight games since the Seahawks' Week 8 bye, Emmanwori has accumulated 54 tackles (39 solo), including 2.5 sacks, and nine pass defenses (including one interception).
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Getting checked on for concussion
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Emmanwori is being evaluated for a concussion and is questionable to return to Thursday's Week 16 game against the Rams.
Emmanwori was hurt while defending a pass late in the fourth quarter. The contest has since gone to overtime, but the impressive rookie defensive back may not be able to return. Cornerback Riq Woolen is also questionable to return due to a knee issue, and safety Coby Bryant has been ruled out with a knee injury of his own, so Josh Jobe, Nehemiah Pritchett and Ty Okada are all getting more work than usual.
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: First career INT
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Emmanwori recorded six tackles (five solo), a sack and an interception in Sunday's 37-9 win over the Falcons.
Emmanwori struggled with injuries to start the season, but he has been a full-time player in the Seahawks' dominant defense over the last eight games, totaling 47 tackles, nine pass breakups, 1.5 sacks and an interception. The Seahawks utilize Emmanwori as a utility defensive back, as he floats around the formation and is increasingly being used in the pass rush, providing intriguing upside for fantasy purposes.
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Records four tackles in win
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Emmanwori recorded four tackles (three solo) and a pass defensed during Sunday's 26-0 win versus the Vikings.
Emmanwori's performance in coverage certainly contributed to Seattle pitching a shutout in Week 13, though that doesn't necessarily show in the box score. He continues to be one of the most promising defensive rookies in the league, and he'll be hoping to show more of what he can do in Week 14 at Atlanta.
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Logs eight tackles in Week 12
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Emmanwori registered eight tackles (six solo) during Seattle's 30-24 win over Tennessee on Sunday.
Emmanwori played 74 of 76 defensive snaps (97.4 percent) and finished tied with Patrick O'Connell for the second-most tackles on the Seahawks behind Drake Thomas (10). Emmanwori has logged at least five stops in five of his last seven games, and over that span he has accumulated 42 tackles (28 solo), including 0.5 sacks, and seven pass defenses.
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Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori: Notches nine stops in Week 6
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Emmanwori posted nine tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 20-12 win over Jacksonville.
Emmanwori tied with Drake Thomas for the team leads in tackles. Emmanwori logged a season-high 94 percent defensive snap share for a banged-up Seahawks secondary that was without starters Riq Woolen (concussion), Devon Witherspoon (knee) and Julian Love (hamstring).
