The Seattle Seahawks are shoring up their running back corps just over 24 hours before their NFC Championship showdown against the Los Angeles Rams.

With Zach Charbonnet sidelined for the remainder of the season due to injury, Seattle has turned to its practice squad to fill the void, elevating two players to the active roster.

This comes on the heels of the team activating George Holani from injured reserve. Holani has been out since sustaining an injury in the November 23 game against the Tennessee Titans, and his return provides an important boost behind star running back Ken Walker.

With Holani back in the mix, the Seahawks can rotate multiple running backs, reducing the risk of fatigue and keeping their offense dynamic throughout the NFC Championship matchup.

Just over a day before kickoff, Seattle also elevated former Rams running back Cam Akers and versatile playmaker Velus Jones Jr. from the practice squad.

By promoting internal options rather than signing an external veteran, the Seahawks are showing confidence in the players they’ve seen for weeks while also maintaining roster flexibility. These additions, combined with Walker and Holani, give Seattle four running backs ready to contribute in the postseason.

In addition to reinforcing the backfield, the Seahawks activated rookie tight end Elijah Arroyo, adding another weapon for quarterback Sam Darnold.

With these moves, the team is well-equipped to keep its offense balanced, capable of both sustaining long drives on the ground and creating explosive plays through the air. Except for Charbonnet, Seattle will have a deep roster of playmakers to share the workload and keep the Rams’ defense guessing.

Depth and experience key for Seahawks offense

Head coach Mike Macdonald also provided encouraging news regarding the offensive line. Franchise left tackle Charles Cross is expected to play, which is critical for protecting Darnold‘s blind side and ensuring the quarterback can operate effectively.

Darnold himself did not appear on the injury report ahead of the NFC Championship, signaling that his oblique issue has fully resolved. With a healthy offensive line and multiple skill-position contributors, the Seahawks can approach the game with confidence.

Thanks to returning veterans playing alongside emerging players, the Seahawks are positioning themselves to maintain offensive rhythm and efficiency in what is the biggest game of the season to date.

With Walker leading the backfield and contributions expected from Akers, Jones, Holani, and Arroyo, Seattle’s offense will have a diverse set of options to challenge the Rams.