Seahawks RB depth chart: How Seattle has fared with the Kenneth Walker and Zach Charbonnet committee

Behind a relentless rushing attack that has redefined the offense’s identity, the Seattle Seahawks have clawed their way to the NFC’s No. 1 seed, anchored by the league’s most dynamic young backfield. Kenneth Walker III’s explosive home run ability, combined with Zach Charbonnet’s downhill physicality, has created a balanced offensive engine that keeps opposing defenses on their heels and has ensured home-field advantage throughout the 2025 playoffs.

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This dual-threat approach has not only sustained long drives but has also turned the red zone into a virtual lockout for Seattle, with the duo combining for at least one rushing touchdown in 15 of their 17 regular-season games. By consistently wearing down the front seven and breaking up long plays in crucial moments, Walker and Charbonnet have transformed the Seahawks into a physical juggernaut, entering the postseason as the team to beat in the NFC.

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Seahawks RB Depth Chart

1. Kenneth Walker III

Now in his fourth season, Walker has fully established himself as one of the NFL’s premier home run hitters. Known for his elite lateral agility and ability to turn a broken play into a 50-yard touchdown, he serves as the explosive engine of Seattle’s offense.

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In 2025, Walker had his first 1,000-yard season since his rookie year.

2. Zach Charbonnet

The perfect complement to Walker’s speed, Charbonnet provides thunder to the Seahawks’ attack. A second-round pick out of UCLA, he is a high-volume, north-south running back who excels in short-yardage and goal-line situations. His value extends beyond carries, as he has become a reliable safety valve in the passing game and one of the team’s best pass-blocking assets.

Charbonnet had career highs in carries, yards and touchdowns with the Seahawks this season.

3. George Holani (injured reserve)

Holani provided valuable depth early in the season, showing flashes of a reliable three-down back before a midseason injury landed him on the injured list.

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Holani had seven carries for 31 yards and a touchdown in the Nov. 9 win against the Cardinals.

4. Kenny McIntosh (injured reserve)

McIntosh, a creative running back with exceptional hands out of the backfield, was expected to play a big role in third-down packages this year. Unfortunately, his season was cut short by injury.

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Kenneth Walker III statistics

Walker III served as an explosive centerpiece of Seattle’s running game during the 2025 campaign, finishing the season with 1,027 rushing yards and five touchdowns. His year was defined by his high-level efficiency and “home run” ability, as he was near the top of the NFC in explosive runs of 20 yards or more. By improving his patience behind the line of scrimmage, he evolved from a pure speedster into a complete running back who could move the chains consistently, as evidenced by his 282 receiving yards that kept him on the field for all three downs.

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However, Walker didn’t have many home run performances, but rather a steady string of good games. The defender had more than 40 rushing yards in 13 of 17 games; his best performance came in Seattle’s 38-37 overtime win against the Rams that helped clinch the No. 1 seed, where he broke up a 55-yard touchdown into a 100-yard performance.

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Zach Charbonnet Statistics

Charbonnet provided the essential physical counterpoint to Walker, racking up 730 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns as a member of Seattle’s offensive rotation. Charbonnet, who primarily operates as a north-south downhill runner, excelled in high-leverage situations, particularly on third-and-short and near the goal line.

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Charbonnet had a touchdown in 10 of 17 games this season, including a career-high 110-yard, two-touchdown performance in Week 17 against the Carolina Panthers.

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