The Seahawks are heading into their Week 15 matchup with the Colts looking as healthy as a team can hope to be this late in the season - and that’s no small thing in December. While the injury report lists 16 names, the reality is far less concerning than the number suggests.
The one notable absence is rookie tight end Elijah Arroyo, who hasn’t practiced for the second straight day due to a knee injury suffered against the Falcons. It's looking like he’ll be sidelined this Sunday, which is a tough break for a young player who’s been carving out a role in Seattle’s offense. Arroyo’s athleticism and versatility have flashed in limited snaps, but the Seahawks will likely lean on their depth at tight end to fill the gap.
Eric Saubert could be part of that solution. He was a limited participant in practice, but he’s eligible to come off injured reserve this weekend.
If activated, he’d give Seattle a veteran presence who knows how to block and can chip in as a pass-catcher when needed. Jalen Sundell, also on IR, was a full participant in practice, signaling that the Seahawks could be getting reinforcements on both sides of the ball.
Julian Love was the only other limited participant, as the team continues to manage his workload following a hamstring issue. That’s more about precaution than concern - Love has been a key piece in Seattle’s secondary, and keeping him fresh for the stretch run is a smart move.
Beyond those few names, the rest of the roster practiced in full, which is a strong sign that the Seahawks will be close to full strength when they take the field on Sunday. Official game designations will be announced Friday, but barring any surprises, Seattle looks poised to roll out a mostly healthy squad.
On the other side, the Colts are dealing with a few more question marks. Rookie quarterback Riley Leonard is back to full participation despite a lingering knee issue, but all signs point to Philip Rivers getting the start. The veteran’s experience could be a stabilizing factor for an Indy team that’s juggling injuries in key spots.
One area of real concern for the Colts is the secondary. Sauce Gardner is not expected to play, and that leaves a thin and battered cornerback group to face a Seahawks offense that can stretch the field vertically. If Seattle’s receivers get rolling early, it could be a long afternoon for Indy’s defense.
Bottom line: the Seahawks are trending in the right direction health-wise, and that could be a major advantage as they look to stay in the playoff hunt. With Arroyo likely out but reinforcements like Saubert and Sundell potentially returning, Seattle’s depth is about to be tested - but they look ready for it.