Seahawks running back Rashaad Penny hoping to stay healthy
Seattle Seahawks running back Rashaad Penny is hoping for a run of good health beginning this weekOCTOBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
RASHAAD PENNY
Seahawks RB Rashaad Penny "Revved Up" & Ready To Go Rashaad Penny is expected back from injured reserve this week and is ready to show what he can do after struggling through multiple injuries...
OCTOBER 22, 2021 • SEAHAWKS.COM
Rashaad Penny: "I'm Ready To Go" - Rashaad Penny Friday Press Conference Seahawks running back Rashaad Penny meets with media on October 22, discussing being back from his injury, his excitement to play, and more.
OCTOBER 22, 2021 • SEAHAWKS.COM
Ready for Monday Penny (calf), who was designated to return from injured reserve Friday, said that he shouldn't have any limitations Monday against the Saints, Adam Jude of The Seattle Times report...
Impact Penny has been out since Week 1 and returns to a backfield missing top option Chris Carson (neck). Fellow veteran Alex Collins has filled in effectively, but he's now missing practice time with a groin injury, potentially leaving just Penny, DeeJay Dallas and Travis Homer as the options for Monday. It's possible Penny would be the lead runner in that scenario, though injuries of his own have limited him to four games over the past two seasons. Dallas could also be the choice, while Homer has mostly been used for pass blocking and third downs. Expect the Seahawks to formally activate Penny from IR by Sunday.
OCTOBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to practice Penny (calf) took part in Thursday's practice, signaling that the Seahawks have designated him for a return from injured reserve, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.
Impact The 25-year-old was back on the field for the first time since Sept. 12, when he injured his calf in the Seahawks' season-opening win over the Colts. According to Ty Dane Gonzalez of SI.com, Penny was a full participant in the portion of Thursday's practice that was open to the media, which seemingly bodes well for the running back making good on head coach Pete Carroll's prediction that he'll be available to play Monday against the Saints. Meanwhile, Chris Carson (neck) is stuck on IR through Week 9, and the next man up out of the backfield, Alex Collins (groin) didn't practice Thursday and is uncertain to suit up this week. As such, Penny could find himself with a decent-sized workload Week 7, assuming the Seahawks are comfortable reinstating him from IR prior to Saturday's deadline for roster moves
OCTOBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Future waiver wire: Rashaad Penny, Michael Gallup and more buy-now targets for Week 8 David Gonos gazes into his crystal ball and points out the players, like Rashaad Penny, who will be top waiver targets ahead of Week 8.
OCTOBER 22, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Slumping Seahawks host rested Saints in key NFC matchup
The Seattle Seahawks have been a major disappointment heading into Monday night’s matchup against New OrleansOCTOBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Week 7 Fantasy Busts: Rashod Bateman, Rashaad Penny among top waiver pickups with bad matchups Rashod Bateman and Rashaad Penny headline our list of potential Week 7 fantasy busts. They have been hot waiver pickups this week, but their...
OCTOBER 20, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Fantasy Waiver Wire Week 7: D'Ernest Johnson, Rashaad Penny among top free agent pickups Handcuffs D'Ernest Johnson and Rashaad Penny could find themselves in starting RB roles this week, and both will be among the top Week 7 fan...
OCTOBER 19, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Seahawks believe rally at Steelers is sign of a turnaround
The Seattle Seahawks' performance was full of grit and resiliency, the type of characteristics Pete Carroll strives to see from each of his teamsOCTOBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Looks to be nearing return Coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Penny (calf) will be "back to full speed" this week, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.
Impact Penny has yet to be officially designated to return from IR, but based on Carroll's comments it looks like such a transaction is forthcoming. With Chris Carson (neck) on IR and Alex Collins (undisclosed) also dealing with injury, it's possible that Penny could handle immediate opportunities versus the Saints on Monday, if he's cleared to retake the field in time.
OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
May practice next week Coach Pete Carroll said Friday that Penny (calf) is expected to return to practice next week when he's first eligible to be designated to return from injured reserve, Curtis Crabtr...
Impact While Penny has been dealing with a strained calf since the season opener, the Seahawks didn't place him on IR until just before Week 4. Thus, his time away from practice started ticking at that point, and Sunday's game in Pittsburgh will mark his third that he'll be on the reserve list. Elsewhere in the backfield, starter Chris Carson (neck) himself may be going to injured reserve soon, meaning Penny could get back in the mix as soon as Week 7 against the Saints if he proves his health, beginning next Thursday. In the meantime, Alex Collins will handle early downs for Seattle, with DeeJay Dallas and Travis Homer around for any RB work that lingers.
OCTOBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Seahawks put Russell Wilson, Chris Carson on injured reserve
The Seattle Seahawks have placed quarterback Russell Wilson and running back Chris Carson on injured reserveOCTOBER 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Could return Week 6 Coach Pete Carroll suggested Friday that Penny (calf) could return for Week 6 against Pittsburgh, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.
Impact Penny's potential return takes on added importance with Chris Carson bothered by a neck injury, though at this point the 2018 first-round pick may be stuck behind Alex Collins as well. Still, the Seahawks hope to get Penny back from IR in Week 6, as he'd at least be another option for their banged-up offense. Penny last played in Week 1.
OCTOBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Seahawks manage to end skid, but real test comes this week
The Seattle Seahawks avoided their first three-game losing streak in a decade by beating a division foe on the road and yet still didn’t prove much in the processOCTOBER 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Shifts to injured reserve Penny (calf) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.
Impact It's probably not good news that Penny was placed on injured reserve after multiple weeks missed due to a calf injury. The 2018 first-round pick reportedly had a great training camp and was pushing for a crucial backup role behind Chris Carson, but that'll be put on hold for now. Penny has played in just 14 of the last 35 games due to a variety of injuries.
OCTOBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Seahawks Activate Colby Parkinson & Cedric Ogbuehi From IR, Place Rashaad Penny On IR The Seahawks elevated two players from injured reserve and placed one on IR, and linebacker Benson Mayowa was downgraded to out.
OCTOBER 2, 2021 • SEAHAWKS.COM
Still sidelined Sunday Penny (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game at Seattle, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Impact Penny has been hindered by a left calf injury all season, containing him to one appearance Week 1. Since then, he's been sidelined and will miss a third consecutive contest this weekend. Chris Carson is Seattle's unquestioned lead back, and with Penny out Travis Homer and Alex Collins again will handle any RB reps that linger.
OCTOBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Not practicing yet Penny (calf) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Impact As expected, the Seahawks continue to exercise caution with Penny, the oft-injured back who has made just four appearances the past two seasons. On a positive note, coach Pete Carroll told Boyle on Wednesday that Penny's left calf is closing in on 100 percent health. Still, there's an expectation Penny misses a third game in a row Sunday in San Francisco, which would allow Travis Homer and Alex Collins to handle the RB snaps that Chris Carson yields to the reserves.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Trending toward another absence Penny (calf) is unlikely to be available for Sunday's game at San Francisco, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports. "I don't expect him to be back this week," coach Pet...
Impact Carroll added that Penny's left calf is close to 100 percent, and he could suit up in his current state, but the team is exercising caution with the running back, likely due to his crowded medical chart. On Wednesday, Penny didn't practice, but he'll have a few more chances to do so before the weekend. If Penny sits out a third game in a row Sunday, Travis Homer and Alex Collins will split the RB reps that don't go to starter Chris Carson.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
After 1-2 start, Seahawks facing season-defining stretch
Throughout the moments when it seemed the Seattle Seahawks were headed for a downfall over the past decade, they’ve found a way to navigate those potential tipping points into thei...SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Still not practicing Penny (calf) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Impact Since coach Pete Carroll told Brady Henderson of ESPN.com on Wednesday that Penny was unlikely to play Sunday in Minnesota, the running back hasn't logged any activity on the practice field this week. Penny has another chance to get in some reps Friday, but if he doesn't he may be destined for a second DNP in a row since straining his calf Week 1.
SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Seahawks' Lockett shies away from attention after hot start
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett has become one of just six players to have at least one touchdown of 60 yards or more in each of the first two games of a seasonSEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Not in line to return Sunday Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said Wednesday that Penny (calf) isn't expected to play Sunday at Minnesota, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Carroll included a caveat during Wednesday's media session, stating an "unexpected turn" in Penny's health could allow him to suit up this weekend. It'll be interesting to see if Penny gets on the practice field to kick off Week 3 prep, with the Seahawks' first injury report set to be released later Wednesday.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Not suiting up Week 2 Penny (calf) is listed as inactive Sunday versus the Titans.
Impact After injuring his calf Week 1 in Indianapolis, Penny is missing the first game of what's expected to be a multi-week absence. In Penny's stead, the Seahawks will trust in Alex Collins, DeeJay Dallas and Travis Homer to handle reserve RB reps behind starter Chris Carson.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
