With two running backs questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers, the Seahawks elevated running back Godwin Igwebuike from the practice squad on Saturday, paving the way for him to make his Seahawks debut.
The Seahawks also elevated receiver Laquon Treadwell from the practice squad, his third elevation in as many weeks, meaning he would have to be added to the 53-man roster in order to play in another game this season.
The Seahawks also activated linebacker Jon Rhattigan from the physically unable to perform list, a move Pete Carroll said was coming, and one that will give Seattle not only linebacker depth, but also a key player on special teams.
"He's really tough, he's real disciplined about his play, that's what we liked about him right off the bat as a rook," Carroll said. "He does stuff right all the time. He's physical, fast, and he's one of us. He's one of our guys. So to get a core (special teams) guy back this time of year, we really feel lucky that he's coming back."
Igwebuike, who went undrafted out of Northwestern in 2018, came into the league as a safety, and over the next three seasons spent time with Tampa Bay, San Francisco, Philadelphia, the New York Jets and the XFL's Seattle Dragons, then in 2021 he signed with Detroit where he made the switch to running back. In 17 games with the Lions last season, Igwebuike rushed for 118 yards and one touchdown on 18 carries, and caught seven passes for 60 yards. He gives the Seahawks added running back depth with Kenneth Walker III and DeeJay Dallas both dealing with ankle injuries that kept them out of practice all week and have them listed as questionable for this weekend's game.
Treadwell, a 2016 first-round pick, played seven offensive snaps against the Raiders in Week 12, then saw his workload increase last week against the Rams, playing 18 offensive snaps and 13 more on special teams.
Rhattigan, who signed with Seattle as an undrafted rookie out of Army last year, appeared in 14 games last season and had 10 special teams tackles before tearing his ACL in December.
The Seattle Seahawks face the Carolina Panthers at Lumen Field for Week 14 of the 2022 season. Take a look back at photos from previous games between the two teams.
Carolina Panthers' Donald Hayes (81) is hit by Seattle Seahawks' Jay Bellamy (20) and Willie Williams (27) after a catch in the second quarter Sunday, Oct. 8, 2000, at Ericsson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Erik Perel)
Seattle Seahawks running back Shaun Alexander (37) runs against the Carolina Panthers in the first half Sunday, Oct. 31, 2004, in Seattle. Alexander gained 195 yards rushing on 32 carries and scored twice in leading the Seahawks to a 23-17 victory. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Seattle Seahawks' Darrell Jackson, right, steps around Carolina Panthers' Colin Branch after catching a pass during the first quarter Sunday, Oct. 31, 2004, in Seattle. Jackson led the Seahawks in pass reception yards with 71 in the Seahawks' 23-17 victory. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck passes under pressure from Carolina Panthers' Julius Peppers in the second quarter in Seattle, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2004. Hasselbeck threw for 201 yards in their 23-17 win. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)
Seattle Seahawks Shaun Alexander (37) carries the ball under the pressure of the Carolina Panthers during the second quarter of the their NFC Championship NFL football game in Seattle, in a Sunday, Jan. 22, 2006 photo. He's the league MVP. The league rushing champion. He's also playing the last game of his Seattle contract, making him potentially the biggest plum in March's free-agent tree. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, file)
Seattle Seahawks safety Michael Boulware (28) points skyward after intercepting a pass by Carolina Panthers' Jake Delhomme, not shown, during the third quarter of the NFC championship NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 22, 2006 in Seattle. At right, Carolina's Jordan Gross walks off the field. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Seattle Seahawks Shaun Alexander holds up the NFC Championship trophy as he parades on the field after defeating the Carolina Panthers 34-14 in the football game, Sunday Jan. 22, 2006, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Carolina Panthers' Dante Rosario (88) tries to break a tackle by Seattle Seahawks' Julian Peterson, left, during the first quarter of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Dec. 16, 2007. (AP Photo/Rick Havner)
Seattle Seahawks' Deion Branch (83) catches a touchdown pass as Carolina Panthers' Patrick Dendy (29) defends during the fourth quarter of the Panthers' 13-10 win in an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Dec. 16, 2007. (AP Photo/Rick Havner)
Carolina Panthers quarterback Jimmy Clausen (2) in action against the Seattle Seahawks in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010 in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Seattle Seahawks' Marshawn Lynch runs against the Carolina Panthers in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010 in Seattle. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Seattle Seahawks' Marshawn Lynch (24) finds some running room as Carolina Panthers' Luke Kuechly (59), Dwan Edwards (92), Greg Hardy (76) and Haruki Nakamura (43) close in for the tackle during the second quarter of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2012. The Seahawks won 16-12. (AP Photo/Bob Leverone)
Seattle Seahawks tight end Zach Miller (86) catches a pass in an NFL game against the Carolina Panthers Sunday, October 7, 2012, in Charlotte, NC. (AP Photo/Margaret Bowles)
Seattle Seahawks' Alan Branch (99) reacts after recovering a Carolina Panthers fumble as Carolina Panthers' Jonathan Stewart (28) walks off during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2012. The Seahawks won 16-12. (AP Photo/Bob Leverone)
Carolina Panthers strong safety Charles Godfrey (30) sacks Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during an NFL football game between the Carolina Panthers and the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, Sept. 8, 2013 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Seahawks won 12-7. (AP Photo/Perry Knotts)
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jermaine Kearse (15) catches the game winning touchdown pass over Carolina Panthers cornerback Josh Thomas (22) and strong safety Charles Godfrey (30) during an NFL football game between the Carolina Panthers and the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, Sept. 8, 2013 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Seahawks won 12-7. (AP Photo/Perry Knotts)
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) is hit as he throws a pass by Seattle Seahawks' Benson Mayowa (95) during the second half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Sept. 8, 2013. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn)
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) huddles with teammates during an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, October 26, 2014 in Charlotte, N.C. The Seahawks won 13-9. (AP Photo/Perry Knotts)
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) is sacked by Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Brandon Mebane (92) during an NFL football game at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, October 26, 2014 in Charlotte, N.C. The Seahawks won 13-9. (AP Photo/Perry Knotts)
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson tries to get away from the grasp of Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Star Lotulelei (98) in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Referee referee Terry McAulay tosses the coin before an NFL football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart, top, leaps over Seattle Seahawks outside linebacker Mike Morgan (57) in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) keeps the ball as he tries to get by Seattle Seahawks middle linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Seattle Seahawks' Tyler Lockett runs with the ball toward a touchdown against the Carolina Panthers early in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)
Seahawks receivers Tyler Lockett and David Moore recreate the Allen Iverson/Tyronn Lue fadeaway/stepover moment from NBA history for their celebration of Lockett's third quarter touchdown.
Seattle Seahawks' Chris Carson (32) leaps over Carolina Panthers' Eric Reid (25) during the second half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn)
Seattle Seahawks' Bradley McDougald (30) intercepts a pass intended for Carolina Panthers' Chris Manhertz (82) during the second half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. (AP Photo/Jason E. Miczek)
