Sam Darnold steadies Seahawks offense ahead of Chargers game

Seattle Seahawks Navigate 2-1 Start and Roster Injuries as Polymarket Win Total Markets Adjust

The Seattle Seahawks enter Week 4 of the 2026 NFL season holding a 2-1 record as defending Super Bowl champions, prompting market adjustments on Polymarket regarding their 10.5 regular-season win total. Polymarket data updated on October 3, 2026, reflects how early roster attrition and physical setbacks across key positions have shaped trader sentiment around the franchise’s trajectory in the NFC West.

Injuries Limit Seattle Running Back Depth

Running back depth remains a primary challenge for the coaching staff early in the campaign. Rookie running back Jadarian Price is currently sidelined due to a re-aggravated chest injury. Meanwhile, Zach Charbonnet remains on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list, though the team recently opened his 21-day practice window following his recovery from a prior ACL tear. In their absence, backups Emanuel Wilson and George Holani have shouldered the early-down workload in Seattle’s backfield.

Sam Darnold: "Our Offense Can Be More Efficient And Can Be Better Operationally" | Seattle Seahawks

Secondary Thinning Following Defensive Setbacks

Defensive depth charts face similar pressure, particularly in the secondary. Safety Ty Okada is listed as questionable due to a hamstring injury, while second-round draft pick Bud Clark has been ruled out for the remainder of the season with an ankle injury. On a more positive note for the defensive backfield, Julian Love has returned to action after recovering from a calf issue.

Sam Darnold Steadies Offense Before Chargers Game

Offensively, quarterback Sam Darnold has steadied the unit following his brief absence due to a glute injury. The team looks toward a favorable upcoming matchup against the winless Chargers, which provides an opportunity for short-term momentum before tougher NFC West division games and broader conference matchups test the defending champions later in the fall.

Sam Darnold Talks Preparing For Week 4 vs. Chargers | Seattle Seahawks

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