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Charbonnet remains on the reserve/physically unable to perform list after tearing the ACL in his left knee on his fifth carry in the divisional round of the 2025 playoffs; he underwent surgery on Feb. 20. Coach Mike Macdonald said the team will not open Charbonnet's practice window this week despite him being eligible, though Macdonald indicated his return to practice is 'coming soon.'

Zach Charbonnet is a backup worth monitoring in case of injury to Kenneth Walker, serving as a handcuff with a similar outlook to Kalon Black's role.

Charbonnet will begin the season on the physically unable to perform list with a knee injury, although the team remains optimistic he will be able to beat his initial recovery timeline.

Zach Charbonnet will begin the season on the physically unable to perform list with a knee injury, although the team remains optimistic he will be able to beat his initial recovery timeline.

Zach Charbonnet has standalone value because he is expected to step into a role as the third-down and goal-line back once he returns from injury, making him worth rostering in most league formats. The coaching staff previously trusted him, partly due to concerns about Kenneth Walker's ability to handle a full workload while staying healthy.

Charbonnet is listed as an injured backup to stash for the Seahawks.

Zach Charbonnet is a 'buy low' candidate who has looked impressive in limited opportunities. He ranks second in both missed tackles forced per attempt and yards after contact per attempt, trailing only Kenneth Walker. Note that he is currently dealing with an injury and is not expected to return to the field soon.

Trade value at 1.4 with no week-over-week change, maintaining stable market valuation heading into Week 3.

Zach Charbonnet is nearing a return from injury; the source indicates his comeback is imminent, which should impact Seattle's backfield usage and role distribution.

Still out with knee injury, contributing to Emanuel Wilson's elevated role in Seattle's backfield.

Charbonnet is out, allowing Emmanuel Wilson to serve as Seattle's clear favorite for goal-line work.

Zach Charbonnet is out, creating an opportunity for Emmanuel Wilson to serve as Seattle's clear favorite for goal line work.

Charbonnet (knee) could return before Halloween, which will further complicate Seattle's backfield situation and make Emanuel Wilson's Week 2 performance less predictive of future volume.

Zach Charbonnet's injury is a key factor currently creating backfield opportunity for Emanuel Wilson in Seattle.

Zach Charbonnet, RB for Seattle, is on the PUP list with a knee injury.

Charbonnet is dealing with a knee injury.

Zach Charbonnet, RB for Seattle, is on the PUP list with a knee injury.

Zach Charbonnet is expected to return in October and can be added as an IR stash. He is currently rostered in 51% of leagues, limiting his availability as a waiver-wire pickup.

Charbonnet is expected to return from a knee injury at some point, which will limit Emanuel Wilson's long-term role in Seattle's backfield to mostly early-down work.

Once he returns from absence, Seattle's run game with Charbonnet could be a real force; the Seahawks already rushed for over 160 yards and dominated the Cardinals defensive line in the fourth quarter, suggesting significant upside when he rejoins the offense.

Zach Charbonnet is expected to return and could significantly elevate Seattle's run game; the Seahawks already rushed for over 160 yards and dominated the Cardinals' defensive line in the fourth quarter without him at full strength.

Charbonnet remains sidelined recovering from a torn ACL suffered during last season's playoff run; his absence leaves the Seahawks with only George Holani and Emmanuel Wilson on the active roster at running back, with Velus Jones Jr. and Jacardia Wright available on the practice squad.