Seahawks Put Three Players on PUP Before Training Camp

Key Players Hit by PUP Designation

Seattle placed safety Nick Emmanwori, running back Kenny McIntosh and cornerback Tyrone Broden on the Physically Unable to Perform list as Friday’s training camp began. The team’s PR account on X highlighted the move with a story from John Boyle that dropped at 1:00 p.m. PST, confirming the roster changes. The move signals the Seahawks are taking a cautious approach to players still recovering from injuries.

The biggest surprise surrounds Emmanwori. The rookie safety has been a top prospect despite a history of ankle trouble. His first NFL tackle ended with a high‑ankle sprain, forcing a three‑week absence, and a low‑ankle sprain later surfaced during Super Bowl LX practice. He managed to play in that game, but the lingering right‑ankle issue could keep him out for the preseason if the team errs on the side of caution. If the problem proves chronic, the organization may keep him off the field through exhibition play.

McIntosh and Broden both missed substantial time last season and were not cleared at camp’s opening physicals. McIntosh, who figures to see increased involvement in the backfield, hopes to compete for carries and pass‑blocking duties in preseason games. Broden, now shifted to the defensive side, retains the athletic tools to develop once healthy.

What It Means Going Forward

The PUP listings suggest the Seahawks are managing risk rather than writing off talent. By keeping Emmanwori, McIntosh and Broden off the field early, the organization can assess their health without rushing them. If the right‑ankle concern proves chronic, the team may sit him through the exhibition schedule.

Deven Eastern, the nose tackle, joined the trio on the PUP roll. His absence adds another layer to Seattle’s defensive line depth chart, giving coaches extra time to evaluate the rest of the group before the regular season. Fans will need to watch his recovery as part of the larger picture of Seattle’s rebuilding effort.

For fans, the news signals a slower-than-expected start for several key contributors. The Seahawks will need depth and improvisation early in the year, so monitoring the progress of these players will be essential as training camp unfolds. The organization’s cautious stance could pay off if the players return healthier and more prepared.