After playing last week's game with only one fully healthy running back, the Seahawks added depth at that spot on their practice squad, signing Alex Collins on Wednesday.
The Seahawks also re-signed linebacker Mychal Kendricks to their practice squad one day after releasing him.
Also on Tuesday, the Seahawks released veteran tight end Luke Willson. A fifth-round draft pick in 2013, Willson, a longtime fan-favorite, re-signed with Seattle last season after spending 2018 in Detroit. Willson had played sparingly this season behind Greg Olsen, Will Dissly and Jacob Hollister, and the Seahawks added even more depth at tight end when rookie Colby Parkinson was activated off the non-football injury list last week. Willson could be a candidate to stick around on the practice squad, as teams are allowed up to six veterans with any amount of experience on the practice squad this year.
That open roster spot is filled by defensive end Carlos Dunlap II, who was acquired in a trade with Cincinnati last week. The Seahawks were given a roster exemption for Dunlap since he was unable to play last weekend due to the league's COVID-19 testing protocols, but he now is on the 53-man roster and is expected to practice this week.
The Seahawks still have one open spot on the roster following the suspension of defensive end Damontre Moore for six games for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing substances.
Collins, who the Seahawks drafted in the fifth-round of the 2016 draft, appeared in 11 games as a rookie, then spent the next two seasons in Baltimore after the Seahawks released him prior to the start of the 2017 season. Collins' best season came in 2017 when he started 12 of 15 games played, leading the Ravens with 973 rushing yards and six touchdowns on 212 carries.
The Seahawks played last week's game with only two running backs, rookie DeeJay Dallas and second-year back Travis Homer, and Homer was used very sparingly due to a knee bruise. With Chris Carson (foot) and Carlos Hyde (hamstring) still dealing with injuries, Collins provides some depth the Seahawks could call up from the practice squad if needed.
Kendricks, Seattle's starting strongside linebacker last season, signed to the practice squad two weeks ago, then was released Tuesday. Also released from the practice squad Tuesday was linebacker Michael Divinity.
Go behind the scenes with team photographer Rod Mar as he shares moments from the Seattle Seahawks' Week 8 game vs. the San Francisco 49ers. Eye on the Hawks is presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers.
Cornerback Ugo Amadi honored World Series champion Mookie Betts with his game day outfit.
Seahawks defensive lineman Jonathan Bullard walks onto the field for early warmups.
Seahawks rookie tight end Colby Parkinson pauses to kneel and pray before taking the field for his early warmups. Sunday would be Parkinson's first game in the NFL.
Seahawks DeeJay Dallas and Penny Hart share a smile during early pregame.
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson is laser focused while taking his early throws.
Seahawks defensive lineman work in the southeast corner of the field as Bryan Mone takes a rep with assistant head coach Clint Hurtt and defensive assistant Damione Lewis
Seahawks defensive linemen gather at the conclusion of their early warmups.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf reaches for a pass from quarterback Russell Wilson during early warmups.
Seahawks tight end Will Dissly rises for a "layup" with the football at the end of a route during warmups.
Seahawks quarterbacks, receivers and tight ends huddle at the end of their early warmups as CenturyLink Field is bathed in autumn sun.
Seahawks tight ends Luke Willson and Colby Parkinson stop to say hi to a group of first responders and firefighters from around the state on a virtual livestream.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf rises to make a catch during early warmups.
Seahawks defensive backs huddle before taking the field for pregame warmups.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf allows himself a smile while stretching before the game.
Seahawks running back DeeJay Dallas prepares for the first start of his career.
Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll wears custom-painted shoes for the Coach The Vote initiative. The shoes were painted by local Seattle artist Aramis Homer.
Seahawks rookie right guard Damien Lewis finds a quiet spot to talk on the phone to family members prior to the game.
Seahawks linebacker Cody Barton carries the 12 flag to lead the team onto the field.
Seahawks head athletic trainer David Stricklin talks to tight end Colby Parkinson on the sideline before the game. Stricklin, whose team worked extensively with Parkinson during his rehab from injury, jokingly told the rookie to not be intimidated by all the fans in the stands for his first game as a pro.
Seahawks offensive lineman Jordan Simmons is focused before kickoff.
Seahawks offensive lineman Cedric Ogbuehi is supported by teammates as he takes a knee during the national anthem.
Seahawks safety Ryan Neal tries valiantly to keep a fumble by the 49ers in play but was ruled out-of-bounds by the officials after a replay.
Seahawks cornerback D.J. Reed celebrates with Ryan Neal (35) and Stephen Sullivan (48) after intercepting a pass against his former team.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf turns the corner and finds daylight on his way to a 46-yard catch-and-run touchdown in the first quarter to give Seattle a 6-0 lead.
Seahawks defensive back Quinton Dunbar breaks up a pass.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf leaps to catch a 35-yard pass from Russell Wilson to set up a Seattle touchdown.
On the sidelines, receivers coach Nate Carroll talks to Tyler Lockett between offensive series.
Seahawks defensive tackle Poona Ford drags down 49ers receiver Trent Taylor for six yard loss in the second quarter.
Seahawks Poona Ford (97), Tre Flowers (21) and Jonathan Bullard (93) celebrate Ford's tackle for loss in the second quarter.
Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner celebrates after sacking 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo for a 10-yard loss.
Seahawks quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Geno Smith discuss strategy with receivers coach Nate Carroll and senior offensive assistant Sanjay Lal.
Seahawks special teams members and head coach Pete Carroll celebrate a fumble recovery in the third quarter which was caused by Cody Barton and recovered by Nick Bellore.
Seahawks receiver David Moore flips over after scoring on a touchdown pass from Russell Wilson in the third quarter.
Seahawks defensive tackle Jarran Reed helps up teammate Alton Robinson after a sack of Jimmy Garoppolo, who left the game with an injury after the play.
Seahawks running back DeeJay Dallas sizes up a 49ers defender on a second half run.
Seahawks kicker Jason Myers celebrates with holder Michael Dickson after Myers made a 48-yard field goal in the fourth quarter.
Seahawks cornerback Quinton Dunbar nearly intercepts a pass by 49ers quarterback Nick Mullens in the fourth quarter.
Seahawks lineebacker Bobby Wagner hits 49ers quarterback Nick Mullens in the fourth quarter.
The Seahawks brought all five of their tight ends onto the field for their victory kneel-down formation. On the field are Luke Willson (82), Colby Parkinson (84), Greg Olsen (88), Jacob Hollister (86) and Will Dissly (89).
After the game, running back DeeJay Dallas was all smiles meeting with the media via a virtual press conference due to COVID-19 restrictions.
