The Seahawks are adding another running back to the mix, pulling undrafted rookie Robert Henry Jr. off the Washington Commanders’ practice squad and onto the 53-man roster, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported Monday evening.
Henry becomes the second back Seattle has targeted in a short span. Earlier Monday, reports said the Seahawks were expected to sign former two-time Pro Bowl running back Joe Mixon to their practice squad, pending a physical.
The moves come as Seattle tries to shore up its depth after placing starter Jadarian Price on injured reserve Saturday because of a chest injury. As a rookie first-round draft pick, Price must miss at least four games, and the earliest he could return is for Seattle’s Week 8 matchup against the Chicago Bears on Nov. 2.
Henry, listed at 5-foot-9 and 196 pounds, brings a productive college resume from Texas-San Antonio. Over three seasons with UTSA from 2023-25, he ran for 2,339 yards and 27 touchdowns while adding 428 receiving yards and three receiving scores.
His 2025 season was his best yet. Henry piled up 1,045 rushing yards and nine touchdowns in 11 games, averaging 6.9 yards per carry, which tied for eighth in the FBS. His biggest college outing came in the opener against Texas A&M, when he ran for 177 yards and two touchdowns.
After going undrafted this spring, Henry signed with Washington and handled 26 preseason carries for 105 yards and a touchdown. He was waived during final roster cuts before landing on the Commanders’ practice squad.
For now, Seattle’s 53-man backfield includes Emanuel Wilson, George Holani and Velus Jones Jr. The practice squad also features Jacardia Wright, though head coach Mike Macdonald said last week that Wright is dealing with some health issues. He is expected to be out at least another week from game action.
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