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Fantasy Player Profile Rashaad Penny

  • Rashaad Penny
  • RB #20
  • Rashaad
    Penny
  • IRInjured Reserve
  • Manager: FA
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vs. LA: #13 vs opposing RB - 21.13 FPA
Bye Week11Rank67% Rostered33% Change-WK 17 Pts0.00WK 18 Pts0.00
2022 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1DEN
Win, 17-16
---60-27-----8.70
2@SF
Loss, 7-27
---15--------1.50
3ATL
Loss, 23-27
---66-13-----7.90
4@DET
Win, 48-45
---151216-----28.70
5@NO
Loss, 32-39
---54--------5.40
6ARI
Win, 19-9
------------0.00
7@LAC
Win, 37-23
------------0.00
8NYG
Win, 27-13
------------0.00
9@ARI
Win, 31-21
------------0.00
10@TB
Loss, 16-21
------------0.00
11Bye  ------------0.00
12LV
Loss, 34-40
------------0.00
13@LA
Win, 27-23
------------0.00
14CAR
Loss, 24-30
------------0.00
15SF
Loss, 13-21
------------0.00
16@KC
Loss, 10-24
------------0.00
17NYJ
Win, 23-6
------------0.00
18LA
Win, 19-16
------------0.00
2022 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1DEN,
W 17-16
60-7--8.70
2@SF,
L 7-27
15----1.50
3ATL,
L 23-27
66-3--7.90
4@DET,
W 48-45
15126--28.70
5@NO,
L 32-39
54----5.40
6ARI,
W 19-9
-----0.00
7@LAC,
W 37-23
-----0.00
8NYG,
W 27-13
-----0.00
9@ARI,
W 31-21
-----0.00
10@TB,
L 16-21
-----0.00
11Bye-----0.00
12LV,
L 34-40
-----0.00
13@LA,
W 27-23
-----0.00
14CAR,
L 24-30
-----0.00
15SF,
L 13-21
-----0.00
16@KC,
L 10-24
-----0.00
17NYJ,
W 23-6
-----0.00
18LA,
W 19-16
-----0.00
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News

  • Declares self healthy

    Penny (leg) told reporters at his introductory press conference that he's fully recovered from a fractured fibula and will be ready for spring practices, Jeff McLane of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

    Analysis: While his ability to stay healthy remains a concern, the Eagles' new running back seems to be doing well at the moment and profiles as the new lead runner for a high-powered offense that just lost Miles Sanders to the Panthers. The Eagles also have Kenneth Gainwell and re-signed Boston Scott, both of whom are solid options on passing downs but neither of whom is in Penny's league as a pure runner. The team could still add more backfield talent via the draft or free agency, but it probably won't…read more

    Published: Thu, Mar 16 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Moving on to Philly

    The Eagles and Penny (lower leg) agreed to terms on a contract Tuesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Since the Seahawks made Penny a first-round pick in the 2018 NFL Draft, he's been beset by injuries, seeing action in just 42 of 82 possible games across five seasons. What he's been able to do when available is significant, as he's averaged 5.7 YPC and reeled off 24 runs of 20-plus yards among his 337 career rushes. With Miles Sanders and Boston Scott currently unrestricted free agents, Philadelphia appears poised to roll with the backfield combo of Penny and Kenneth Gainwell in the upcoming…read more

    Published: Tue, Mar 14 at 12:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still rehabbing, per Carroll

    Coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Penny (ankle) has yet to start running and remains in the midst of his rehab from a broken left fibula and high-ankle sprain, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Penny suffered the injuries back in Week 5 and underwent surgery to repair the fracture Oct. 12, getting a four-month recovery timetable at the time. That may have inched up, if only for a day, after he told Ian Furness of 93.3 KJR Seattle on Sunday that he may be able to suit up in the playoffs if the Seahawks play beyond Week 18. The comment comes in the wake of Travis Homer (knee) sitting out Week 13 with an illness and Kenneth Walker (ankle) and DeeJay Dallas (ankle) picking up health…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 4:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could return for playoffs

    Penny (ankle/fibula) said Sunday that there's a "decent chance" he could return if the Seahawks make the playoffs, Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle reports.

    Analysis: Penny underwent surgery to repair his left ankle and fractured fibula in October and has been ruled out for the remainder of the regular season, but he's apparently made good progress in his recovery and is in the mix for a return during the playoffs. Kenneth Walker sustained an ankle injury during Sunday's win over the Rams, and the severity of the issue isn't yet known. Regardless of Walker's status down the stretch, Penny's potential availability for the playoffs would provide Seattle's…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 5:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shuttled to IR

    Seattle placed Penny (ankle/fibula) on injured reserve Friday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Penny's move to IR was merely a formality after he underwent season-ending surgery Tuesday to repair his left ankle and fractured fibula. The transaction opens up a spot on the 53-man roster, but it's unclear if Seattle plans to use it on another running back. Seattle already claimed Tony Jones off waivers from New Orleans earlier this week to add depth behind rookie Kenneth Walker, who is expected to step into a lead role out of the backfield beginning with Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

    Published: Fri, Oct 14 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will undergo surgery Tuesday

    Penny will undergo season-ending surgery on his fractured fibula Tuesday and faces a four-month recovery, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Penny suffered the injury during the team's Week 5 loss to the Saints and will miss the remainder of the 2022 campaign. However, per Rapoport, an MRI on Monday revealed that his ankle was relatively clean, so he should make a full recovery. Penny, who signed a one-year deal to return to Seattle this offseason, will be a free agent in March and, barring his return to health, could be one of the more sought-after players during the 2023 offseason. In the meantime, Kenneth Walker, a rookie…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 10 at 12:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out for year

    Coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Penny (lower leg) is done for the season due to a broken fibula and a high-ankle sprain, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Penny will require season-ending surgery, an outcome which Carroll correctly diagnosed as "a heartbreaking loss for him." The 2018 first-round pick had averaged an outstanding 6.1 yards per carry through the first five weeks of the season, building off his 6.3 YPC mark from 2021. That had Penny well on track to enter free agency in 2023 with plenty of leverage. Instead, he now will have to do so while rehabbing from a serious injury. In the immediate future, rookie second-round pick Kenneth…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 10 at 9:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Injury considered severe

    Coach Pete Carroll said Penny sustained a "serious" injury to his lower left leg during Sunday's loss at New Orleans and may be out awhile, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Penny left the contest during the Seahawks' first drive after halftime and needed a cart to get to the locker room. According to Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic, Penny was seen with a walking boot on his left foot and on crutches in the locker room afterward. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network provided more insight into the injury, calling it a broken tibia, and Penny will undergo more tests to determine the extent of the damage. Penny likely is in store for a lengthy absence, which would allow…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hurts left ankle Sunday

    Penny suffered a left ankle injury during Sunday's game in New Orleans, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Penny picked up the health concern on a carry during Seattle's first possession of the second half and needed a cart to get to the locker room. If he's unable to reenter the contest, he'll come out of Week 5 with eight rushes for 54 yards. Rookie second-round pick Kenneth Walker and DeeJay Dallas are the remaining healthy running backs on the active roster.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 12:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures left leg Sunday

    Penny was carted to the locker room during Sunday's game at New Orleans due to an injury to his lower left leg, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Penny was examined by the Seahawks' training staff on the team's first drive of the second half before the decision was made to take him to the locker room. If he's unable to return, he'll finish Week 5 with eight carries for 54 yards.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 12:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices in full Thursday

    Penny (shoulder) was a full practice participant Thursday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: After taking a season-high 18 touches for 157 total yards and two rushing TDs this past Sunday at Detroit, Penny showed up to a media session with his shoulders heavily wrapped. He then kicked off Week 5 prep with a DNP, only to return Thursday with a cap on his reps. Penny thus received a maintenance day Wednesday, while rookie Kenneth Walker was added to the injury report Thursday as limited with a shoulder issue of his own. There's no telling if Walker is in danger of sitting out Sunday at…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 6 at 4:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice Thursday

    Penny (shoulder) returned to practice Thursday, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Penny's shoulder was heavily wrapped during media availability after the Seahawks' Week 4 win at Detroit, in which he turned a season-high 18 touches into 157 yards from scrimmage and two rushing touchdowns. He then proceeded to sit out Wednesday's practice, but that presumably was for maintenance-related reasons. Thursday's injury report will reveal whether or not Penny was limited or full as he got back on the field.

    Published: Thu, Oct 6 at 3:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tending to shoulder issue

    Penny was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice due to a shoulder injury, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: On the heels of his 151-yard, two-touchdown performance in a Week 4 win at Detroit, Penny had his shoulders heavily wrapped when he met with the media, according to Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune. At the outset of practice Wednesday, Penny was spotted on the side during warmups, per Brady Henderson of ESPN.com, and he apparently didn't take any reps during the closed portion of practice either. As a result, Penny's status will be one to monitor Thursday and Friday to get a sense of his…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 4:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Blasts through century mark in win

    Penny rushed 17 times for 151 yards and two touchdowns and brought in his only target for six yards in the Seahawks' 48-45 win over the Lions on Sunday.

    Analysis: Penny kept up his strong start to the season with his first 100-yard game of the campaign, getting past the mark largely on the back of 36- and 41-yard touchdown runs in the second half that helped seal the wild win for Seattle. The latter scamper came at an especially critical time, transpiring with 2:14 remaining after the Lions had closed to within three points. Penny's pair of trips to the end zone were also his first of the season, and he'll take an impressive 6.0 yards per carry figure…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 2 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gains 69 yards in loss

    Penny rushed 14 times for 66 yards and caught his lone target for three yards in Sunday's 27-23 loss to the Falcons.

    Analysis: The Seahawks were in this game from start to finish, and Penny's workload (14 of 21 running back carries) reflected that better than last week's blowout loss to San Francisco. It has been a disappointing start to the 2022 campaign for the popular breakout candidate, as he now sits at a pedestrian 32 carries for 141 yards and no touchdowns through three contests. Seattle's receiving back, Travis Homer (ribs), went down to injury in Sunday's loss, so Penny could see a few extra targets if the…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 4:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held in check in Week 2

    Penny gained 15 yards on six carries in Sunday's 27-7 loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: The entire Seattle running game got shut down, managing only 36 rushing yards total and 2.6 yards per carry, so Penny's poor performance wasn't out of place. Rookie Kenneth Walker also saw six touches (four carries and two catches) in his NFL debut, and the potential for a true timeshare between the two should be concerning for fantasy GMs with Penny stock, but it's hard to draw many conclusions from a game script that forced the Seahawks away from their preferred ground-heavy approach. Up next…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 5:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets 14 touches in Week 1 win

    Penny rushed 12 times for 60 yards and caught two of three targets for seven yards in Monday's 17-16 win over the Broncos.

    Analysis: Penny picked up where he left off late last season as Seattle's featured back, as other Seahawks running backs combined for just one rushing attempt. Penny put the ball on the ground at the end of a 26-yard run in the second quarter, but a mix of hustle and awareness from center Austin Blythe to get on top of it ensured that Seattle kept possession. A would-be 23-yard run was erased by a holding penalty in the third, but Penny still averaged a productive 5.0 yards on the carries that counted.…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 9:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts end to COVID absence

    Coach Pete Carroll said Penny returned to team facilities Tuesday from his bout with COVID-19, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.

    Analysis: Penny tested positive for COVID-19 last Thursday, ensuring that he wouldn't see any game action during the preseason. He sat out the exhibition opener due to a minor groin injury before being a healthy scratch for preseason Week 2. Penny's ability to stay healthy has been an issue throughout his career, but his impressive end to the 2021 campaign (671 yards and six TDs on the ground over the final five games) has him in good standing ahead of a Week 1 matchup with the Broncos. Helping his cause…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 30 at 5:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tests positive for COVID

    Penny tested positive for COVID-19 and won't play in Friday's preseason game against Dallas, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Penny reportedly doesn't have serious symptoms and is expected to rejoin the team within a few days. He's still on track for the start Week 1 against Denver, with potential for an especially large workload if rookie second-round pick Kenneth Walker (abdomen) isn't ready.

    Published: Thu, Aug 25 at 11:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely for preseason finale

    Penny isn't likely to play in Friday's preseason game against Dallas, with the Seahawks trying to keep him healthy for Week 1 against Denver, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Penny is set to enter Week 1 as the starter, and he could see an especially large workload early on with fellow running back Kenneth Walker (abdomen) recovering from surgery. The Seahawks weren't ready to rule the rookie out beyond the preseason at the time of surgery, but it doesn't appears his chances of being ready for the beginning of the regular season are great.

    Published: Tue, Aug 23 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not in line to play Thursday

    Penny isn't expected to play in Thursday's preseason game against the Bears, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: The same goes for rookie second-round running back Kenneth Walker, who is slated for surgery to repair a hernia. If all goes well in his recovery, Walker is in line to play Week 1, while Penny still has a chance to make an appearance before then in the Seahawks' final exhibition Friday, Aug. 26 at Dallas. Penny didn't play in the team's preseason opener due to a minor groin injury, so it appears coach Pete Carroll and company are being cautious with their presumed top RB.

    Published: Thu, Aug 18 at 4:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back on practice field

    Penny (groin) returned to practice Tuesday, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: The Seahawks held Penny out of Saturday's exhibition opener at Pittsburgh due to a minor groin injury, but as he got back on the field Tuesday he took handoffs in individual work before notching a 40-yard carry once team drills kicked off, per Condotta. While his issues staying healthy are well known, Penny will continue his quest to be the Seahawks' No. 1 running back to begin the season, with rookie second-round pick Kenneth Walker his primary competition.

    Published: Tue, Aug 16 at 2:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out preseason opener

    Penny, who is dealing with a minor groin injury, didn't play in Saturday's preseason opener against the Steelers, Gregg Bell of the Seattle News-Tribune reports.

    Analysis: With Penny sitting this one out, 2022 second-rounder Kenneth Walker drew the start at running back for Seattle, while Travis Homer, DeeJay Dallas and Darwin Thompson also logged carries. For now, consider Penny day-to-day ahead of Thursday night's contest against the Bears.

    Published: Sun, Aug 14 at 3:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Iffy for Saturday

    Coach Pete Carroll relayed Thursday that Penny is dealing with a slight groin issue, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: With that in mind, it seems unlikely that Penny will play in Saturday's preseason opener against the Steelers. Per Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune, with Penny a candidate to sit out the contest, rookie second-rounder Kenneth Walker should see his share of backfield action versus Pittsburgh.

    Published: Thu, Aug 11 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Competition clearer sans Carson

    Penny will compete with Kenneth Walker for the starting running back job following Tuesday's report that Chris Carson (neck) will retire, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Penny, Carson and Walker, a rookie second-round pick, had all been viewed as candidates for the gig heading into training camp. While Penny's strong finish to the 2021 campaign made him the favorite to remain the top option on the depth chart, Carson's presence as a bruiser with pass-catching capabilities could have cut into Penny's workload. Now, Walker -- who may need time to develop his skills on passing downs -- will be Penny's main competition during the preseason. Of course, Penny's…read more

    Published: Wed, Jul 27 at 5:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Projected for starting duties

    Penny is expected to be the Seahawks' primary running back in 2022, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Of course, this includes the caveat that Penny stays healthy, which is a legitimate concern because he's been active for just 23 games over the last three seasons. However, the 2018 first-round pick is healthy heading into training camp. After rushing for 671 yards (7.3 YPC) and six touchdowns over the final five games last year, Penny doesn't need to prove much in training camp to win the starting job over rookie second-round pick Kenneth Walker, and Chris Carson's (neck) odds of being cleared…read more

    Published: Fri, Jul 15 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice

    Penny (hamstring) participated in Tuesday's practice, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Penny sat out of OTAs last week due to a slight hamstring issue, so it's encouraging to see him back at practice, even if it was a lighter session. The 2018 first-round pick finished last season with 119 carries for 749 yards and six touchdowns -- all career highs -- and figures to be a vital piece for the Seahawks in 2022. Penny and second-round pick Kenneth Walker are currently the top healthy options in Seattle's backfield with Chris Carson still nursing a delicate neck injury.

    Published: Tue, May 31 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nursing hamstring injury

    Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Penny is resting a slight hamstring issue during the start of Seattle's voluntary OTAs, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Penny agreed to a one-year, $5.75 million contract this offseason to return to Seattle after finishing with 119 carries for 749 yards and six touchdowns -- all career highs -- across 10 appearances last season. If healthy, Chris Carson (neck) is a candidate to lead the backfield in 2022, but the Seahawks have hinted that they have doubts he'll be ready for the start of the regular season, per Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune. In any case, Penny and second-round pick Kenneth Walker are the…read more

    Published: Mon, May 23 at 2:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Joined by rookie in backfield

    Penny will have more competition in training camp after the Seahawks selected Kenneth Walker in the second round (41st overall) of the 2022 NFL Draft, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Prior to the draft, Penny's main competition was set to be Chris Carson, but the Seahawks have hinted that they have doubts about Carson's ability to return from a neck injury, Gregg Bell of The News Tribune reports. Penny has never had a fully healthy season, either. Thus, it's not surprising that the Seahawks utilized a draft pick to bring in another running back, but utilizing this high of a pick signals that the Seahawks believe Walker can be their starter at some point. Nevertheless, it's…read more

    Published: Sat, Apr 30 at 8:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returning to Seattle

    Penny agreed to a one-year, $5.75 million contract with the Seahawks on Sunday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Penny's injury issues marred the first three seasons of his career, and he played only three games during the first half of 2021 due to a calf issue before breaking out down the stretch. The 26-year-old finished with 119 carries for 749 yards and six touchdowns as he flashed his first-round potential, leading to another year with the Seahawks. Chris Carson is expected to be ready for training camp after missing most of last season with a neck issue, and he and Penny figure to split Seattle's…read more

    Published: Sun, Mar 20 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Wanted back in Seattle

    Head coach Pete Carroll wants to re-sign Penny for the 2022 season, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Penny's situation is unique and possibly unprecedented. After sitting behind Chris Carson (neck) to start his career before suffering a torn ACL in 2019, the 2018 first-round pick finally looked healthy down the stretch in 2022. The 26-year-old recorded 671 yards (7.3 YPC) and six rushing touchdowns over the final five games. Now, he'll be an unrestricted free agent when the new league year begins March 16. Gregg Bell of The News Tribune believes the Seahawks will prioritize re-signing safety…read more

    Published: Sat, Mar 5 at 2:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dominant finish to season

    Penny ran for 190 yards and one touchdown on 23 carries against Arizona on Sunday.

    Analysis: There wasn't much work to do as a pass catcher with Russell Wilson throwing only 26 pass attempts, but the red-hot running back did all the necessary damage on the ground. With this big game, Penny posted 706 rushing yards (7.7 yards per carry) and six rushing touchdowns in his final five games and drastically changed his public perception as he heads into free agency. The schedule was admittedly somewhat favorable, but rushing production this explosive has value, and Penny was almost this…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 4:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Breakout campaign continues

    Penny ran for 170 yards and two touchdowns on 25 carries and caught two passes for 15 yards on three targets against Detroit on Sunday.

    Analysis: The Lions defense is one of the league's most vulnerable, but Penny still ran in an impressive fashion. Particularly given the context of the prior four games, a span during which Penny ran for 346 yards and five touchdowns on 54 carries (6.4 YPC), it's safe to say that Penny is playing at a legitimately standout level at the moment. Not many running backs possess combine-tested sub-4.5 speed at over 220 pounds, so it makes sense that he would spring big plays like he has, especially after…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 4:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Big day in snow

    Penny carried the ball 17 times for 135 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 25-24 loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: He also failed to haul in his only target, but Penny supplied more than enough offense with his legs in snowy conditions in Seattle. Over the last three games, the 2018 first-round pick has piled up 311 rushing yards and three TDs as he tries to re-establish some value heading into free agency after what has been a disappointing, injury-plagued career. Penny seems poised for another big game in Week 17 against the Lions.

    Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 4:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team with 11 rushes

    Penny rushed 11 times for 39 yards while catching both of his targets for five yards in Tuesday's 20-10 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: Penny wound up splitting touches with fellow back DeeJay Dallas, finishing with two more total touches while the latter collected the team's lone touchdown. Head coach Pete Carroll stated that he would continue to use a combination of backs to close out this injury-plagued season, but that Penny deserved a shot to continue starting after going off against the Texans last week (16-137-2). The 2018 first-round pick will get a far softer matchup against the Bears on Sunday.

    Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 9:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Seahawks-Rams moved to Tuesday

    Penny and the Seahawks will no longer play the Rams on Sunday, after the NFL officially rescheduled the matchup between the two teams for Tuesday at 7 p.m. ET.

    Analysis: Due to ongoing COVID-19-related issues within the Rams organization, the NFL is hopeful that by delaying the game two days, Los Angeles will be able to restore enough players from the reserve/COVID-19 list to alleviate depth concerns on the roster. The two-day delay could also provide sufficient time for practice-squad member Adrian Peterson (lower back) to recover from injury and for Alex Collins (illness) to return from the reserve/COVID-19 list, but Penny still looks on track to lead the…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 17 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Should keep starting for now

    Head coach Pete Carroll said Monday that the Seahawks will continue rotating running backs, but Penny deserves the chance to be the primary option out of the backfield, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: While Carroll won't commit to Penny being the unequivocal No. 1 back, he seemingly admitted that it's Penny's job to lose. That's not surprising after Penny rushed 16 times for 137 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 33-13 win over the Texans while Alex Collins generated just 16 yards on seven carries. However, both of Penny's touchdowns this week were from beyond 30 yards, so we don't know if he'll be the goal-line back moving forward, especially if Adrian Peterson (back) is ready for the…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 13 at 3:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Enjoys career day against Texans

    Penny rushed 16 times for 137 yards and two touchdowns and caught his lone target for one yard in Sunday's 33-13 win over the Texans

    Analysis: Head coach Pete Carroll wasn't bluffing when he said Penny would be a big part of Seattle's game plan in Week 14. Penny started the game, and no other Seahawks' running back recorded more than eight touches. The 2018 first-round pick capitalized on the opportunity, scoring touchdowns from 32 and 47 yards while putting up a career high in rushing yards. Carroll has no choice but to make Penny the No. 1 running back moving forward. Penny is set to be a free agent in March, and the final four…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 12 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • To be 'big part' of game plan

    Coach Pete Carroll said Friday that he expects Penny to "be a big part" of the Seahawks' offensive game plan Sunday at Houston, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Penny will welcome back Alex Collins (abdomen), who was held out Week 13. The development leaves Collins, Penny and DeeJay Dallas to man the backfield for Seattle, with Travis Homer (calf/hamstring) ruled out and Adrian Peterson not a candidate to be elevated from the practice squad due to a back injury. Penny earned his largest workload of the season last Sunday versus the 49ers, turning a 40 percent snap share into 10 carries for 35 yards and one catch (on one target) for 27 yards. Carroll's…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 10 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads backfield in snaps

    Penny rushed 10 times for 35 yards and caught his lone target for 27 yards in Sunday's 30-23 loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Penny led the Seahawks' committee backfield with a season-high 40 percent snap share, playing more than Travis Homer (30 percent) and Adrian Peterson (27 percent). The 2018 first-round pick wasn't very efficient on the ground, and his longest run was for 11 yards. Alex Collins (abdomen) is expected to return Week 14 against the Texans, and it's unclear where Penny will fit in moving forward, especially with Peterson settling into the offense.

    Published: Mon, Dec 6 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up in Week 13

    Penny (hamstring) is listed as active Sunday versus the 49ers.

    Analysis: With Chris Carson (neck) out for the season and Alex Collins (abdomen) surprisingly getting the week off, Penny will be a part of the backfield rotation for just the fifth time this season. What kind of workload that amounts to remains to be seen, especially with recent addition Adrian Peterson slated to he the Seahawks' lead runner Sunday. In any case, Penny, DeeJay Dallas and Travis Homer (calf) are available behind Peterson.

    Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes questionable tag into weekend

    Penny (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Even though Penny was able to practice fully Thursday, the Seahawks evidently aren't convinced that he's fully healthy heading into Sunday's contest. However, unless he experienced a setback coming out of Friday's practice, Penny will most likely be a part of a Week 13 backfield rotation that could include lead ballcarrier Alex Collins (abdomen) and pass-catching specialist Travis Homer (calf), both of whom are listed as questionable. If Seattle has pessimism about at least one of Collins or…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 3 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs full practice Thursday

    Penny (hamstring) practiced fully Thursday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: One day removed from Travis Homer (calf) being listed as full on the Seahawks' practice estimate, Penny put in a full on-field session himself Thursday. With Chris Carson (neck) out for the season, Alex Collins (abdomen) has been the team's running back most likely to receive touches on a weekly basis. Behind Collins, though, Penny, Homer and DeeJay Dallas are healthy, while Adrian Peterson and undrafted rookie Josh Johnson are on the practice squad. It remains to be seen who among those five…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 2 at 4:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Wednesday

    Penny (hamstring) was listed as limited on Wednesday's injury report, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: The oft-injured Penny hurt his hamstring Week 11 and sat out Week 12, but head coach Pete Carroll told Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times on Wednesday that the running back may be able to return for Sunday's game against the 49ers. That's quite the change in status after Penny seemingly poised to head to injured reserve just last week. In any case, he would put himself in a better spot to be active again by taking part in more than a walk-through session -- which the Seahawks held Wednesday --…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 1 at 5:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could be headed to IR

    Penny (hamstring) may be placed on injured reserve soon, Adam Jude of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Penny injured his hamstring last week and has been ruled out for Monday's game at Washington. Moving him to IR would allow the team to call up RB Josh Johnson from the practice squad without making a sacrifice at another position. With Travis Homer (calf) also out this week, Seattle is down to Alex Collins and DeeJay Dallas in the backfield.

    Published: Sat, Nov 27 at 3:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out for Monday

    Penny (hamstring) is ruled out for Monday's game at Washington, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Between injuries and poor performance, Penny has been in and out of the lineup all year, suiting up for Weeks 1, 7, 8 and 11. He's yet to see a target this season and hasn't taken more than seven carries in a game, but he did have an 18-yard scamper last week before exiting early with the hamstring injury in an eventual 23-13 loss to Arizona. With passing-down specialist Travis Homer (calf) also out this week, Seattle is down to Alex Collins and DeeJay Dallas as the healthy backs on the active…read more

    Published: Sat, Nov 27 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Friday

    Penny (hamstring) didn't practice Friday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: A second straight missed practice confirms he's in danger of missing Monday's game at Washington. Penny reentered Seattle's RB rotation last week but was forced out early with a hamstring injury in the eventual 23-13 loss to Arizona.

    Published: Fri, Nov 26 at 4:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Injury downplayed

    Head coach Pete Carroll downplayed Penny's hamstring injury Monday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports. "[Penny] has a slight hamstring we've got to deal with...It's not a bad injury, but there's something there."

    Analysis: Carroll is notoriously optimistic about injuries, so don't read into this too much. We have reason to be concerned about Penny, as he has played just seven games since tearing his ACL in December of 2019. The 2018 first-round pick will likely carry at least a questionable tag into Monday's game versus the Football Team. Fantasy managers shouldn't need to worry too much about the implications either way because Penny has just 17 carries for 43 yards (2.5 YPC) through four appearances this year.

    Published: Tue, Nov 23 at 9:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hurts hamstring in Week 11 loss

    Penny suffered a hamstring injury in Sunday's 23-13 loss to the Cardinals, per coach Pete Carroll, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Penny rushed twice for 19 yards and wasn't targeted in the passing game prior to getting hurt. The 2018 first-round pick has an opportunity to carve out a larger role with Chris Carson (neck) out for the season, but injuries have kept Penny from cutting into Alex Collins' newly found lead role in Seattle's backfield.

    Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 5:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could get bigger role Week 11

    Seattle head coach Pete Carroll said Penny should be in store for a larger role Sunday's game against the Cardinals after the running back didn't see the field in last week's 17-0 loss to the Packers, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports. "I'm really looking forward to Rashaad, really looking forward to seeing where he goes and contributes this week," Carroll said. "He's got a really good role for us and we're anxious to see him get going. As we go through the next couple of weeks, you'll see him continue to be a big part of it."

    Analysis: Penny was phased out of the game plan in Seattle's Week 10 loss to the Packers after he mustered only 16 yards on 13 carries in his first two contests upon returning from a five-week absence due to a calf injury. Fortunately for Penny, No. 1 back Alex Collins (3.3 yards per carry) hasn't performed much better on a larger sample of totes over the past three games, so there could be an opportunity for the 2018 first-round pick to move up the depth chart if he's able to capitalize on more of his…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 19 at 5:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suits up but doesn't play

    Penny didn't record a snap in Sunday's 17-0 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: Penny recorded 16 yards on 13 carries over the previous two games, and the Seahawks don't have any more leeway to experiment with the 2018 first-round pick if they want to make a real playoff push. Alex Collins and Travis Homer handled all the backfield reps instead. Penny could be in healthy scratch territory if Chris Carson (neck) returns.

    Published: Mon, Nov 15 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Seven carries for seven yards

    Penny rushed seven times for seven yards in Sunday's 31-7 win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Penny finished second on the team in carries behind Alex Collins (10), but he was brutally inefficient for the second straight week. In Week 7, he gained nine yards on six carries. Perhaps he's still getting back into the groove after a long injury layoff, but it's equally as likely that he's not going to become the player the Seahawks thought they were drafting in the first round back in 2018. He'll likely be a change-of-pace back again in Week 10 against the Packers.

    Published: Mon, Nov 1 at 7:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dismal production Monday

    Penny (calf) rushed six times for nine yards in Monday's 13-10 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: Penny handled 20 offensive snaps (36 percent) but couldn't get anything going on the ground. Penny's performance alone doesn't warrant more playing time moving forward, but Alex Collins -- who rushed 16 times for 35 yards -- failed to distinguish himself as well. Collins will likely start as the lead back in Week 8 against the Jaguars, though Penny could have a chance to take over the job if he gets the hot hand.

    Published: Tue, Oct 26 at 8:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated for Monday night game

    The Seahawks activated Penny (calf) from injured reserve ahead of Monday's game against the Saints, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: The return of Penny provides some much-needed aid to a banged-up Seattle backfield, as top option Chris Carson (neck) remains on injured reserve, while Carson's primary replacement, Alex Collins (groin), is listed as questionable for the Week 7 contest. Collins is expected to avoid the inactive list Monday, but if head coach Pete Carroll has any reservations of handing Collins a full workload, Penny likely would represent the next man up for carries, with reserves DeeJay Dallas and Travis Homer…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 25 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Monday

    Penny (calf), who was designated to return from injured reserve Friday, said that he shouldn't have any limitations Monday against the Saints, Adam Jude of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Penny has been out since Week 1 and returns to a backfield missing top option Chris Carson (neck). Fellow veteran Alex Collins has filled in effectively, but he's now missing practice time with a groin injury, potentially leaving just Penny, DeeJay Dallas and Travis Homer as the options for Monday. It's possible Penny would be the lead runner in that scenario, though injuries of his own have limited him to four games over the past two seasons. Dallas could also be the choice, while Homer has…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Penny (calf) took part in Thursday's practice, signaling that the Seahawks have designated him for a return from injured reserve, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: The 25-year-old was back on the field for the first time since Sept. 12, when he injured his calf in the Seahawks' season-opening win over the Colts. According to Ty Dane Gonzalez of SI.com, Penny was a full participant in the portion of Thursday's practice that was open to the media, which seemingly bodes well for the running back making good on head coach Pete Carroll's prediction that he'll be available to play Monday against the Saints. Meanwhile, Chris Carson (neck) is stuck on IR through…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 9:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Looks to be nearing return

    Coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Penny (calf) will be "back to full speed" this week, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Penny has yet to be officially designated to return from IR, but based on Carroll's comments it looks like such a transaction is forthcoming. With Chris Carson (neck) on IR and Alex Collins (undisclosed) also dealing with injury, it's possible that Penny could handle immediate opportunities versus the Saints on Monday, if he's cleared to retake the field in time.

    Published: Mon, Oct 18 at 9:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • May practice next week

    Coach Pete Carroll said Friday that Penny (calf) is expected to return to practice next week when he's first eligible to be designated to return from injured reserve, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.

    Analysis: While Penny has been dealing with a strained calf since the season opener, the Seahawks didn't place him on IR until just before Week 4. Thus, his time away from practice started ticking at that point, and Sunday's game in Pittsburgh will mark his third that he'll be on the reserve list. Elsewhere in the backfield, starter Chris Carson (neck) himself may be going to injured reserve soon, meaning Penny could get back in the mix as soon as Week 7 against the Saints if he proves his health,…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 15 at 3:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could return Week 6

    Coach Pete Carroll suggested Friday that Penny (calf) could return for Week 6 against Pittsburgh, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Penny's potential return takes on added importance with Chris Carson bothered by a neck injury, though at this point the 2018 first-round pick may be stuck behind Alex Collins as well. Still, the Seahawks hope to get Penny back from IR in Week 6, as he'd at least be another option for their banged-up offense. Penny last played in Week 1.

    Published: Fri, Oct 8 at 10:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Shifts to injured reserve

    Penny (calf) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: It's probably not good news that Penny was placed on injured reserve after multiple weeks missed due to a calf injury. The 2018 first-round pick reportedly had a great training camp and was pushing for a crucial backup role behind Chris Carson, but that'll be put on hold for now. Penny has played in just 14 of the last 35 games due to a variety of injuries.

    Published: Sat, Oct 2 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still sidelined Sunday

    Penny (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game at Seattle, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Penny has been hindered by a left calf injury all season, containing him to one appearance Week 1. Since then, he's been sidelined and will miss a third consecutive contest this weekend. Chris Carson is Seattle's unquestioned lead back, and with Penny out Travis Homer and Alex Collins again will handle any RB reps that linger.

    Published: Fri, Oct 1 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing yet

    Penny (calf) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: As expected, the Seahawks continue to exercise caution with Penny, the oft-injured back who has made just four appearances the past two seasons. On a positive note, coach Pete Carroll told Boyle on Wednesday that Penny's left calf is closing in on 100 percent health. Still, there's an expectation Penny misses a third game in a row Sunday in San Francisco, which would allow Travis Homer and Alex Collins to handle the RB snaps that Chris Carson yields to the reserves.

    Published: Thu, Sep 30 at 4:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Trending toward another absence

    Penny (calf) is unlikely to be available for Sunday's game at San Francisco, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports. "I don't expect him to be back this week," head coach Pete Carroll said Wednesday. "I don't think he'll make it."

    Analysis: Carroll added that Penny's left calf is close to 100 percent. Penny could probably suit up in his current state, but the team is exercising caution with the running back, likely due to his shaky medical record. On Wednesday, Penny didn't practice, but he'll have a few more chances to do so before the weekend. If Penny sits out a third game in a row Sunday, Travis Homer and Alex Collins will split the reps that don't go to starting running back Chris Carson.

    Published: Wed, Sep 29 at 4:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hope for Week 4 return

    Coach Pete Carroll said Friday that the Seahawks are hopeful Penny (calf), who is missing his second game in a row Sunday at Minnesota, is able to return next week, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Seattle next holds an official practice Wednesday, at which point Penny's activity level, or lack thereof, may be telling of his potential to play. In the meantime, though, the Seahawks will lean on Alex Collins, Travis Homer and DeeJay Dallas to handle the RB reps that don't go to starter Chris Carson.

    Published: Fri, Sep 24 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out again

    Penny (calf) will not play Sunday against the Vikings, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: With Penny ruled out for a second straight game, the Seahawks have Alex Collins, Travis Homer and DeeJay Dallas behind lead back Chris Carson. Prior to aggravating his calf injury in the season opener, Penny appeared to have the second spot on the depth chart.

    Published: Fri, Sep 24 at 1:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still not practicing

    Penny (calf) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Since coach Pete Carroll told Brady Henderson of ESPN.com on Wednesday that Penny was unlikely to play Sunday in Minnesota, the running back hasn't logged any activity on the practice field this week. Penny has another chance to get in some reps Friday, but if he doesn't he may be destined for a second DNP in a row since straining his calf Week 1.

    Published: Thu, Sep 23 at 4:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not in line to return Sunday

    Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said Wednesday that Penny (calf) isn't expected to play Sunday at Minnesota, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Carroll included a caveat during Wednesday's media session, stating an "unexpected turn" in Penny's health could allow him to suit up this weekend. It'll be interesting to see if Penny gets on the practice field to kick off Week 3 prep, with the Seahawks' first injury report set to be released later Wednesday.

    Published: Wed, Sep 22 at 12:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not suiting up Week 2

    Penny (calf) is listed as inactive Sunday versus the Titans.

    Analysis: After injuring his calf Week 1 in Indianapolis, Penny is missing the first game of what's expected to be a multi-week absence. In Penny's stead, the Seahawks will trust in Alex Collins, DeeJay Dallas and Travis Homer to handle reserve RB reps behind starter Chris Carson.

    Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 12:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to play Sunday

    Penny (calf) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Titans, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Since Penny hurt his calf Week 1 at Indianapolis, the injury has transformed from minor to one that's expected to sideline him for a few weeks. With a doubtful designation for Sunday, he's almost certainly going to be listed among the Seattle's inactives, which would give Alex Collins, DeeJay Dallas and Travis Homer a chance to make an impact in the ground game behind starter Chris Carson.

    Published: Fri, Sep 17 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains out at practice

    Penny (calf) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Since injuring his left calf in the season opener, Penny has been described as first dealing with a minor issue, then a player expected to miss multiple weeks. Coach Pete Carroll clarified the situation somewhat Monday, telling Dugar that Penny was unlikely to play Week 2 against the Titans. With back-to-back absences in practice so far this week, Penny seems to be trending that way, but the Seahawks may not provide clarity until the release of Friday's injury report.

    Published: Thu, Sep 16 at 4:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing, as expected

    Penny (calf) won't practice Wednesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: The lack of activity comes as no surprise, with Penny already considered unlikely to play Week 2 against Tennessee. He aggravated a left calf injury in Sunday's win over the Colts, leaving DeeJay Dallas and Travis Homer as the backup running backs, though Alex Collins could also be active this week.

    Published: Wed, Sep 15 at 12:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to play Week 2

    Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Penny (calf) is trending toward sitting out Sunday's game against the Titans, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Ultimately, the severity of Penny's strained calf will determine when he's next able to suit up, but the Seahawks could allow him to take his time and place him on injured reserve to free up a roster spot. If Penny is sidelined Week 2, the trio of Alex Collins, Travis Homer and DeeJay Dallas will be the backups to starting running back Chris Carson.

    Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 3:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Multi-week absence upcoming

    Penny (calf) is expected to miss multiple weeks, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: So much for the injury being minor. The oft-injured Penny once again will be sidelined, and a stint on short-term IR hasn't been ruled out. Seattle has no shortage of options vying for playing time behind Chris Carson in Penny's absence, with Alex Collins, Travis Homer and DeeJay Dallas all on hand in the backfield.

    Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 12:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Injury considered minor

    Penny's calf injury is believed to be minor, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Penny aggravated a calf injury during Sunday's season opener against the Colts, but the issue isn't believed to be a significant concern. The 25-year-old recorded two carries for eight yards prior to his departure Sunday. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available for Sunday's Week 2 matchup against Tennessee.

    Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 9:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hurts calf Sunday

    Penny injured his left calf during Sunday's game at Indianapolis.

    Analysis: Penny tended to a calf injury during Week 1 prep, logging limited showings Wednesday and Thursday before capping it with a full practice. But the injury resurfaced Sunday, which has been the story of his three-plus years in the league. Behind clear top back Chris Carson, the Seahawks have Travis Homer and DeeJay Dallas at the ready for backfield reps.

    Published: Sun, Sep 12 at 11:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to face Colts

    Penny (calf) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game at Indianapolis, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: The Seahawks enter Sunday with five healthy running backs, though at least one presumably will be placed on the inactive list. Chris Carson figures to get the start and most of the carries, but Penny could be the second man up, at least for early downs. The other options are Alex Collins, Travis Homer and DeeJay Dallas.

    Published: Fri, Sep 10 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by calf injury

    Penny was a limited practice participant Wednesday due to a calf injury, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Penny tended to a thigh issue in training camp, only to make two appearances during the preseason slate, combining for 12 carries for 32 yards and two receptions (on three targets) for 11 yards. The production wasn't anything to write home about, and he's now dealing with another soft-tissue injury. With Chris Carson at the head of Seattle's backfield, Penny would vie with Alex Collins and perhaps Travis Homer for change-of-pace touches Week 1 at Indianapolis, assuming he's able to suit up.

    Published: Wed, Sep 8 at 4:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hangs onto roster spot

    Penny was one of five running backs to make the Seahawks' 53-man roster released Tuesday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Penny struggled during the preseason, but the exhibition snaps were more about him getting back into the swing of things after having logged just 11 carries since tearing his ACL in 2019. However, Penny's underwhelming performance allowed Alex Collins to sneak into the No. 2 running back conversation. For fantasy managers, Penny isn't a surefire insurance policy to Chris Carson, though he may have the most upside.

    Published: Wed, Sep 1 at 7:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Records 29 total yards in win

    Penny rushed seven times for 24 yards and brought in one of two targets for five yards in the Seahawks' 27-0 preseason win over the Chargers on Saturday night.

    Analysis: Penny was able to get on the field for the final two preseason games and was more productive on the ground than during his five-carry, eight-yard performance last Saturday against the Broncos. The 2018 first-round pick did see backfield mate Alex Collins turn in an impressive performance in which he led the Seahawks in rushing yards (37), receptions (seven) and receiving yards (37) while also contributing a rushing score, however, so it remains to be seen if that will shake up the depth chart…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 28 at 10:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles in preseason debut

    Penny (thigh) carried five times for eight yards and caught his lone target for six yards in Saturday's 30-3 preseason loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: After tearing his ACL in Week 14 of the 2019 season, Penny came back last year and logged just 11 carries for 34 yards over three games. The Seahawks didn't pick up his fifth-year option, so he's battling for placement on the depth chart. This was a tough start to Penny's comeback, though we shouldn't read into this exhibition performance too much. The Broncos' starting defensive line was on the field against the Seahawks' backup offensive line. Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic believes…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 22 at 8:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • May play Saturday

    Coach Pete Carroll hopes Penny (thigh) is able to suit up and play during Saturday's preseason game against the Broncos, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Due to draft pedigree alone, the 2018 first-round pick should be the favorite to back up starter Chris Carson, but Penny has appeared in just three regular-season games since tearing his ACL in December 2019. He underwent a cleanup procedure on his knee in the offseason and has missed more than a week of practice recently with a thigh concern. Penny will need to get on the field soon to play Saturday, but even if he doesn't he'll have one more exhibition game Aug. 28 versus the Chargers to…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 17 at 4:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could practice next week

    Coach Pete Carroll said Penny (thigh) may return to practice next week, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports. "Next week should be a really big week for him," Carroll noted. "He's really close."

    Analysis: Penny has missed practice since suffering what Carroll considered a "minor" thigh injury Sunday. Thus, Penny will sit out Saturday's preseason game in Las Vegas, with an aim to get back on the field shortly thereafter. Behind Chris Carson, Penny's pedigree as a 2018 first-rounder likely gives him the best shot for touches in the Seahawks backfield when healthy. But health has been the key issue for Penny in his career, as he's made just three appearances since tearing his ACL in December 2019.

    Published: Fri, Aug 13 at 4:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still in recovery mode

    Coach Pete Carroll said, "we'll see," regarding Penny (thigh) rejoining his healthy teammates this week, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Penny initially was sidelined Sunday due to what was considered a "minor" thigh injury, which has sidelined him in the interim. Based off Carroll's own words, Penny likely doesn't have a great chance to play in Saturday's preseason opener at Las Vegas. Fortunately, if he's able to return to the field sooner than later, Penny will have two more exhibitions in which to be a part of the Seahawks backfield. On a sour note, though, his continued bouts with health concerns make him less than…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 10 at 4:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held out with minor issue

    Penny was held out of practice Sunday due to a "minor" injury, per coach Pete Carroll, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio KJR reports.

    Analysis: Carroll clarified the injury as being to Penny's thigh, per John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site. Penny was joined on the sidelines by Robert Nkemdiche and D.J. Reed, but Carroll didn't seem particularly concerned about their injuries. If his thigh issue indeed is minor, look for Penny to put any doubts about his health to rest by dressing for Seattle's Aug. 14 preseason opener in Las Vegas.

    Published: Sun, Aug 8 at 3:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Feeling good in camp

    Penny indicated Thursday that he's down to 223 pounds after playing at around 234 pounds during his time at San Diego State, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports. "I feel fast. I feel amazing," said Penny

    Analysis: Penny hasn't lived up to his first-round billing in the 2018 NFL Draft thus far and will likely have to settle for a supporting role behind Chris Carson, but he did post reasonably good per-carry averages in his first two seasons at 4.9 and 5.7. He's in the fourth year of his deal with Seattle and it will be a contract year following the team's decision to decline his fifth-year option. It appears he's healthy and would be the likely candidate to step into the lead role should Carson falter or…read more

    Published: Thu, Jul 29 at 3:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Full participant to open camp

    Penny (knee) was a full participant during the first practice of training camp Wednesday, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: The 25-year-old avoided the PUP list to open camp and is apparently fully healthy after undergoing a cleanup procedure during the offseason that sidelined him for June minicamp. It's a make-or-break year for Penny, who was limited to three games in 2020 and is entering the final year of his rookie deal. He's poised to begin the season as Seattle's No. 2 tailback behind starter Chris Carson.

    Published: Wed, Jul 28 at 7:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Avoids PUP list

    Penny (knee) isn't on the PUP list to begin training camp, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Even if he's a limited participant initially, Penny's ability to avoid the PUP list is an encouraging sign after he was held out of June minicamp. He had a cleanup procedure earlier this offseason on his left knee, the same one in which he suffered an ACL tear in December 2019. Despite playing just three games in his first season back from the injury, Penny now has a shot to win the second spot on the depth chart, as Seattle's other options behind starter Chris Carson are DeeJay Dallas, Travis…read more

    Published: Wed, Jul 28 at 11:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Recovering from cleanup procedure

    Penny isn't participating at mandatory minicamp this week after undergoing a cleanup procedure on his knee earlier in the offseason, Joe Fann of NBC Sports Northwest reports.

    Analysis: Penny was limited to three games in 2020 while recovering from surgery to repair a torn ACL in late 2019, and the cleanup procedure was on the same knee. Coach Pete Carroll expects the 25-year-old to be ready for training camp at the end of July, but it's a worrying sign for a tailback that's struggled to stay healthy over the past couple years.

    Published: Tue, Jun 15 at 4:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fifth-year option declined

    The Seahawks did not pick up the fifth-year option on Penny's rookie contract Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Penny has failed to live up to expectations since being selected in the first round of the 2018 Draft, and he was limited to just three appearances last season while recovering from a torn ACL. He figures to back up Chris Carson this season, and perhaps a bounce-back campaign from the San Diego State product will convince the Seahawks to retain him in the future, albeit at a lower price tag than Penny's fifth-year option would have entailed.

    Published: Mon, May 3 at 8:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back to full health

    Penny (knee) is healthy and ready for the 2021 season, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Penny made a long-awaited return from an ACL tear Week 15 last season, but he played just three games before getting hurt again. In that three-game stretch, he rushed 11 times for 34 yards. Now that he's healthy again, Penny will have a full offseason to train ahead of the 2021 campaign. Chris Carson, who signed a two-year, $10.43 million contract with the Seahawks in March, is the likely frontrunner for the top job. However, even Carson admitted that Seattle's backfield will likely shape up as…read more

    Published: Wed, Apr 21 at 3:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not playing Saturday

    Penny (knee) is inactive for Saturday's contest against the Rams.

    Analysis: When the Seahawks released their final injury report of the week Thursday, Penny didn't have a designation, despite experiencing a downgrade in activity from full to limited. The team tacked on a questionable designation Friday, while at the same time elevating Alex Collins from the practice squad. With Penny and DeeJay Dallas (coach's decision) sidelined for the wild-card round, Seattle's backfield will be headed by Chris Carson, with Carlos Hyde and Collins in reserve.

    Published: Sat, Jan 9 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Now questionable for Saturday

    The Seahawks added Penny (knee) to the injury report Friday, listing him as questionable for Saturday's wild-card game against the Rams.

    Analysis: Prior to Friday, Penny made his lone appearance on the Seahawks' practice report Thursday as a limited participant. Still, he didn't receive a designation at that time, so his change in status may impact the team's running back rotation this weekend. Behind Chris Carson, Carlos Hyde and DeeJay Dallas are the other healthy options, while Alex Collins is a candidate to be elevated from the practice squad to the active roster if Penny is unable to play Saturday.

    Published: Fri, Jan 8 at 11:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Musters up 19 yards

    Penny rushed six times for 19 yards in Sunday's 26-23 win over the 49ers.

    Analysis: Penny took on a larger role in his third game back from a torn ACL because Carlos Hyde (illness) didn't make the trip to San Francisco. The San Diego State product logged 28 of 65 offensive snaps, finishing just behind Chris Carson's 30 snaps but comfortably ahead of Alex Collins' 11 snaps. Carson drew more work while on the field, as he totaled 83 yards on 13 touches, and Collins was more efficient than Penny with 29 yards and a touchdown on five carries. Penny shapes up as a change-of-pace…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 4 at 3:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Bumps to No. 2 role

    Penny (knee) is slated to work as Seattle's No. 2 running back in Sunday's game against the 49ers with Carlos Hyde (illness) ruled out, Brady Henderson of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Penny's reps have been managed since he returned from a torn ACL, as he logged just 10 snaps and five carries over two games. The third-year running back could have an opportunity to step up in Week 17, and the coaching staff has hinted that Penny's time is coming. Earlier in the week, Seahawks offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer stated that Penny was on the verge of "a breakout moment." Chris Carson is still the clear lead back, but Penny is expected to see a decent increase in reps…read more

    Published: Sat, Jan 2 at 2:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Clear of injury for Week 17

    Penny (knee) does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the 49ers, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.

    Analysis: Penny made a late-week appearance on the injury report by posting a limited session Thursday. This constituted a notable development given that Penny tore his ACL last December and went without a game appearance until Week 15 of this season. The 24-year-old has garnered five rush attempts for 15 yards in his two 2020 appearances, and it appears he's in line for a Week 17 appearance as well given Seattle's latest injury update. With DeeJay Dallas (ankle) confirmed out for the regular-season…read more

    Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited at practice Thursday

    Penny (knee) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Penny required more than a year of rehab after tearing his ACL along with other knee ligaments last December, but he's played in each of the last two games, logging 10 total snaps on offense. It's a bit concerning that he's back on the injury report, especially because he wasn't listed Wednesday, but it's possible that it's just for maintenance purposes. Penny's injury status should be more clear on Friday's practice report. His availability for the season finale against the 49ers could be more…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 31 at 5:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays just four snaps

    Penny rushed three times for nine yards in Sunday's 20-9 win over the Rams.

    Analysis: Penny played just four of 63 snaps on offense, finishing well behind Chris Carson (40) and Carlos Hyde (20). He certainly showed some shiftiness in his short stint on the field, and it'll be interesting to see if the Seahawks ramp up his playing time in next week's game against the 49ers.

    Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 8:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Eases into action Sunday

    Penny rushed twice for six yards in Sunday's 20-15 win over Washington.

    Analysis: After more than a year of recovery from a torn ACL, Penny made his return to the field Sunday and got his feet wet with just six snaps. The Seahawks likely will see how his body responds to the contact before ramping up his workload. The 2018 first-round pick isn't expected to take on major responsibility this year, but perhaps he can usurp Carlos Hyde as Seattle's No. 2 back by the start of the playoffs. He'll look to build on his recent progress next week against the Rams.

    Published: Mon, Dec 21 at 7:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Comes off PUP list

    The Seahawks activated Penny (knee) from the PUP list Saturday, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.

    Analysis: Coach Pete Carroll said earlier this week that Penny, who returned to practice Wednesday for the first time since tearing his ACL last season, is expected to suit up for Sunday's home game against Washington. The 2018 first-round pick hasn't appeared in NFL action in over a year, and he's only had the benefit of a few days of practice, so the Seahawks could opt to ease him back into a rotation with Carlos Hyde and Chris Carson.

    Published: Sat, Dec 19 at 1:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Preparing to play in Week 15

    Coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Penny (knee) is practicing with the intent of playing Sunday against Washington, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Penny returned to practice last Wednesday, opening his 21-day window to be activated from the PUP list. The 2018 first-round pick immediately drew praise from the organization's leaders; Russell Wilson called him "electric," and Carroll said he "exceeded expectations with his movement and his quickness," according to Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle. Penny hasn't played in a game in over a year, and if he suits up this week, he could be eased into a rotation with fellow running…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 14 at 3:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Looking 'great' in practice

    Coach Pete Carroll said Penny (knee) "looked great" in practice this week, but the earliest the running back will return is Week 15 at Washington, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: The Seahawks opened Penny's 21-day window to be activated from the PUP list Wednesday, and he's thoroughly impressed everyone in the organization so far. On Thursday, Russell Wilson noted Penny has "been electric" and is "physical, quick, catches the ball well, he picks up his protections," per Brady Henderson of ESPN.com. Carroll followed up Wilson's comments with some of his own Friday, telling Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle that Penny has "exceeded our expectations with his…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Penny (knee) returned to practice Wednesday for the first time since tearing his ACL last season, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Penny has been on the PUP list all season, but his return to practice will officially open a 21-day window for the team to add the 2018 first-round pick back to the 53-man roster. Given that Penny is a full year removed from the ACL tear, he could be ready to jump right back into game action if the coaching and medical staffs are satisfied with how he looks in practice this week. If cleared to play, Penny would likely jostle with Carlos Hyde for No. 2 duties behind starting running back Chris…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practicing next week

    Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said Penny (knee) is slated to join the team for practice next week, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Penny has been sidelined for a full year after tearing the ACL in his left knee, but the third-year running back finally is ready to take a major step forward in his recovery by getting back on the practice field. Once he takes part in his first practice, Penny will initiate a 21-day window for the Seahawks to evaluate him for a return to the 53-man roster. Given his lengthy layoff, Penny will likely need more than one week of practice time to prepare himself for game action, so don't expect…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 4 at 2:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inching closer to return

    Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said Wednesday that Penny (knee) should return to practice later this week or early next week, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Penny is nearing the finish line in his recovery from the torn ACL that he suffered in Week 14 of the 2019 season. Once he's cleared to take the practice field, the 24-year-old running back may need some time to fully ramp up, as he sustained major knee damage beyond just the ACL tear. Once he's back to 100 percent, Penny will likely challenge Carlos Hyde (toe) for the No. 2 role behind top back Chris Carson (foot).

    Published: Wed, Dec 2 at 4:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could practice next week

    Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said Tuesday that he's hoping Penny (knee) will be ready to practice with the team next week, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Penny has been sidelined all season while rehabbing from the torn ACL he suffered Week 14 of 2019, but he looks to finally be nearing the finish line in his recovery. Because of his lengthy layoff, Penny will likely require several practices to get up to full speed, so he may still be multiple weeks away from making his way back to the 53-man roster. If he does get activated at some point, the Seahawks probably wouldn't ask him to take on more than a handful of touches per game behind lead back…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 24 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still a few weeks away

    Coach Pete Carroll said Thursday that Penny (knee) is "a few weeks away" from retaking the field, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.

    Analysis: Penny has spent the entire 2020 campaign on the PUP list and still hasn't practiced, but it appears that the Seahawks still expect him to return at some point this season. However, just as the PUP list restricts players from practicing for the first six weeks of the season, it is also required that players must either then resume practicing, shift to IR or be released after an additional five weeks elapse, so Seattle will need to make a decision on Penny sooner rather than later.

    Published: Thu, Nov 19 at 9:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still not practicing

    Coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Penny (knee) is making good progress but hasn't returned to practice, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports. "It's just a matter of when they feel and he feels ready to go out there and bang those cuts," Carroll said.

    Analysis: Carroll has been ambivalent about Penny's condition all season, consistently praising the running back's recovery but falling short of providing a clear timeline to return. Time is running out, though, as Penny will need to return to practice by Week 11. Otherwise, he'll be required to stay on the PUP list for the rest of the season.

    Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 3:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not likely for Week 8 return

    Coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Penny (knee) will "probably not" return Week 8 against the 49ers, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Carroll appears committed to not rushing Penny back from the ACL tear he sustained Week 14 last season, even with Chris Carson set to undergo an MRI on what's been called a mid-foot sprain. The decision to allow Penny extended time to rehab likely stems in part due to Carroll's confidence in No. 2 running back Carlos Hyde, in addition to the fact that Penny's surgery uncovered additional damage in his knee. An official timetable for the 2018 first-round pick's return still remains undisclosed.

    Published: Mon, Oct 26 at 9:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • No timeline yet for return

    Coach Pete Carroll said Monday that there's "no set ETA" for Penny (knee) to return to the Seahawks' active roster, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Two weeks removed from saying Penny was "getting really close" but wouldn't be rushed back, Carroll had another non-update on Penny's recovery from the torn left ACL he suffered Week 14 of last season. The prolonged rehab likely stems from the additional damage found in the knee during surgery, but there's no sense yet when the Seahawks will open his window to return from the reserve/PUP list. In the meantime, Chris Carson will be relied upon as the team's No. 1 back, with Carlos Hyde…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 19 at 4:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't be rushed back

    Coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Penny (knee) is close to returning but won't be rushed back into the lineup, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.

    Analysis: Penny tore his ACL last year Week 14 and wasn't 100 percent to begin the 2020 season, so he was placed on the PUP list to ensure a full recovery. Carroll has consistently praised Penny's progress, and the 2018 first-rounder will be eligible to return to the lineup in Week 7's matchup against the 49ers. However, Carroll rightly sees no reason to rush him back because Chris Carson is healthy and handling lead back duties admirably. These plans are subject to change if Carson gets hurt, but…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 3:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • 'Ahead of schedule' in recovery

    Coach Pete Carroll called Penny "ahead of schedule" in his recovery from a torn ACL, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Penny tore up his left knee Week 14 of last season, and his subsequent surgery revealed additional damage on top of the ACL tear. It wasn't a surprise by any means that he started this season on the reserve/PUP list, but Carroll seems to believe Penny will be able to practice not long after he's first eligible to do so in mid-to-late October. In the season opener, no Seahawks running back earned more than Chris Carson's 45 percent share of the snaps on offense, which was followed by Carlos Hyde…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 18 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starts season on PUP list

    The Seahawks placed Penny (knee) on the reserve/PUP list Saturday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: This move was expected all along, as Penny's December knee injury revealed damage beyond just a torn ACL. The Seahawks can afford to keep him on the sidelines until he's fully healthy as well since they signed Carlos Hyde (undisclosed) and drafted DeeJay Dallas this offseason. They also have second-year back Travis Homer on the roster. Penny can be activated off the PUP list and begin practicing after Week 6. At that point, he could cut into Chris Carson's workload if he's fully healthy, but…read more

    Published: Sat, Sep 5 at 4:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Goes on PUP list

    The Seahawks placed Penny (knee) on the active/PUP list Monday, Albert Breer of TheMMQB.com reports.

    Analysis: The transaction came shortly after coach Pete Carroll said Penny would report to training camp Friday and go through COVID-19 intake testing, per Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune. While Penny's upcoming camp attendance is a positive sign, Carroll didn't elaborate on where exactly the running back stands in his recovery from reconstructive left knee surgery he required in December. Given the timing of his procedure to address the torn ACL, Penny still may be hard pressed to gain clearance…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 3 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Headed for PUP list?

    Penny (knee) could open the 2020 season on the PUP list, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: The Seahawks have consistently been optimistic about Chris Carson's recovery from a hip fracture, while the tone has been far more cautious when discussing Penny's rehab from ACL surgery. GM John Schneider cautioned that the timeline could be tricky, noting that the 2018 first-round pick suffered his major injury late in the season (Dec. 8 to be exact). Reports from January suggested the damage in Penny's left knee went beyond an ACL tear, but he did show visible progress in March when he…read more

    Published: Fri, May 1 at 5:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Continues making progress

    Penny (knee), via his personal Twitter account, posted a video of himself taking part in footwork drills.

    Analysis: At last check, Penny was able to ride on a stationary bike, but it now appears his rehab has advanced to the point he can get up on his feet. Penny still has several months to go in his recovery, but things seem to be going as planned thus far.

    Published: Sun, Mar 15 at 7:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Preseason PUP candidate

    Penny (knee) is a candidate to begin training camp on the Seahawks' preseason PUP list, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.

    Analysis: That's not surprising considering Penny tore his ACL in Week 14 of the 2019 season and subsequently had surgery later in December. Given the timing of his injury, coupled with reports that the running back's knee woes went beyond his ACL tear, Penny's status for Seattle's season opener remains murky. On the plus side with regard to the team's Week 1 backfield composition, Chris Carson (hip) is on track to be ready for the start of the coming campaign, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Published: Tue, Feb 25 at 12:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Making rehab prgoress

    Penny (knee) used a stationary bike Tuesday, taking a step forward in his rehab from a torn ACL, NFL.com's Kevin Patra reports.

    Analysis: Penny tore up his knee Week 14 and had surgery later in December. Coach Pete Carroll said the injury involved damage beyond an ACL tear, but Carroll also mentioned in early January that the Seahawks were pleased with Penny's early progress. The 24-year-old faces a challenge to make it back on the field for the early part of the 2020 campaign, while backfield mate Chris Carson is expected to recover from a hip fracture without needing surgery, potentially returning to practice as soon as May or…read more

    Published: Fri, Feb 14 at 6:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Has additional damage beyond ACL

    Penny's knee injury involves more damage than just a torn ACL, Gregg Bell of the Tacoma News Tribune reports. "There were some other things that they had to clean up and all that," said Seahawks coach Pete Carroll. "It was more than just a simple ACL surgery."

    Analysis: An ACL tear typically requires 9-to-12 months for recovery/rehab, and additional damage to the knee will make it even more of a challenge for Penny to be ready by Week 1 of 2020. The Seahawks do anticipate a return to full strength eventually, with the 2018 first-round pick presumably hoping to contribute to the team at some point during his third pro season. Meanwhile, fellow running back Chris Carson is expected to avoid surgery for his season-ending hip injury, though he too faces an…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 2 at 6:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Goes to IR as expected

    Penny (knee) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official sitereports.

    Analysis: This was a mere formality, as Penny is slated to have surgery to repair his torn ACL, which he suffered last Sunday against the Rams. The 2018 first-round pick does not have a recovery timetable set as of yet, but it's possible the extensive knee injury could ultimately force Penny to miss portions of the 2020 season as well, though more information regarding the expected timeline won't occur until some time after the initial surgery.

    Published: Sat, Dec 14 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Preparing for surgery

    Coach Pete Carroll said Wednesday that Penny will undergo surgery to repair a torn ACL once the swelling in his left knee subsides, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Carroll also indicated that measures to address additional damage to Penny's knee could be taken after his ACL is repaired, according to Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle. The 2018 first-round pick is expected to be sidelined until at least training camp, leaving his availability for the start of the 2020 season on shaky ground. Penny's absence for at least the final three regular-season contests of 2019 in addition to any playoff games that follow positions Chris Carson as the…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 11 at 12:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • ACL tear confirmed

    An MRI confirmed that Penny tore his ACL during Sunday night's loss to the Rams, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The report adds Penny has additional damage to his knee and that the 2018 first-rounder will be sidelined until training camp. With the promising back unavailable down the stretch, Chris Carson is slated to head the Seattle ground game going forward, with C.J. Prosise and rookie Travis Homer in line to work in complementary roles.

    Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for season

    Penny (knee) has been ruled out for the rest of the 2019 season, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Penny suffered a knee injury on the first drive of Sunday's 28-12 loss to the Rams, and additional testing revealed he's dealing with an ACL sprain. The second-year running back will be placed on IR soon, and he'll finish the season with 65 rushes for 370 yards (5.7 YPC) and three touchdowns while adding eight receptions for 83 yards and a score. It's unsettled whether Penny's injury will affect his status for the 2020 season. Chris Carson is set to be the bell cow moving forward, and C.J.…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 1:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers significant ACL sprain

    Coach Pete Carroll described Penny's injury as a significant ACL sprain in his post-game interview after Sunday's loss to the Rams, Aaron J. Fentress of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: While Penny will likely require additional tests to determine just how significant this injury is, it sounds like he's staring at a multi-week absence. Chris Carson should recapture most of the touches vacated by Penny's absence, with C.J. Prosise and Travis Homer providing backfield depth.

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 9:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out of SNF

    Penny has been ruled out with a knee injury suffered Sunday against the Rams.

    Analysis: Chris Carson will go back to a workhorse role on the ground for Seattle. This injury comes just as Penny had begun earning more touches, and he had been making the most of them with three touchdowns in the previous two weeks. Expect word on the severity of Penny's injury to be released after the game.

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 5:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Heads to locker room early

    Penny had to go to the locker room with an undisclosed injury in the first quarter of Sunday's game against the Rams, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Penny's return should be considered questionable at best. He made a 16-yard catch before departing, but it looked like he got hurt at the end of the play, and he made his way to the locker room soon after getting checked out in the blue medical tent. This ill-timed injury comes just as the second-year running back had mustered the best two-week stretch of his career in the preceding games.

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 5:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Explosive en route to two scores

    Penny rushed 15 times for 74 yards and a touchdown and caught four of five targets for 33 yards and a score in Monday's 37-30 win over the Vikings.

    Analysis: Both of Seattle's primary running backs saw action on the first drive and looked explosive in the process, and Chris Carson finished the contest with 109 yards from scrimmage and a score of his own. While Carson garnered a majority of the rushes (23), he averaged 4.4 yards per carry compared to Penny's 4.9. Furthermore, Penny showcased intriguing pass-catching prowess with his best effort through the air since his NFL debut, when he hauled in four passes for 35 yards. While most game scripts…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 8:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • May get more reps

    Penny may be in line for more consistent work moving forward, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports. "We are going to see if we can get more out of [Penny]," coach Pete Carroll said Wednesday.

    Analysis: Penny and starter Chris Carson split the offensive snaps almost down the middle during Sunday's 17-9 win at Philadelphia, with the former getting 30 to the latter's 31 (of 61 total). Taking advantage of a career-high share of those plays, Penny compiled 14 carries for 129 yards and one touchdown, while Carson gained 57 yards from scrimmage on his 12 touches and fumbled for a seventh time this season. Considering Penny still averaged 5.5 yards per carry even after discounting his 58-yard…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Erupts for 129 yards, touchdown

    Penny rushed 14 times for 129 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 17-9 win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: Penny entered the contest with just 167 rushing yards as the secondary option to Chris Carson, but the second-year pro out-touched Carson 14-12 and outgained him by 72 yards. His day was highlighted by breaking free for a career-best 58-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter, as he showcased the explosiveness that enticed the Seahawks to select him in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft. Coach Pete Carroll stuck with the hot hand in this low-scoring affair, and Penny likely earned…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 1:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No tread after fumble

    Penny rushed twice for two yards and lost a fumble in Monday's 27-24 win over the 49ers.

    Analysis: It took until the first drive of the second half for Penny to log an offensive snap, and he almost immediately made the Seahawks' coaching staff regret its decision by fumbling at midfield. The second-year pro didn't see the field after that whiff. Chris Carson also fumbled the football (the Seahawks recovered), but it was clear he had a longer leash than Penny by recording 28 touches. Penny will look to get back into the coaches' good graces in the team's next game Nov. 24 against the Eagles.

    Published: Tue, Nov 12 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Four carries in win

    Penny rushed four times for 12 yards in Sunday's 40-34 overtime win against the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Penny impressed last week as he managed 55 yards on just eight carries, but his role dried up in this outing. Despite Chris Carson fumbling twice, Penny barely got on the field, as he logged 11 of a possible 75 offensive snaps. Carson's fumbles are a concern, but he racked up 105 yards on 16 carries while catching both targets for 28 yards. His production seems to cancel out the costly turnovers at this point, but Penny remains a valuable handcuff in case Carson is injured.

    Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 7:44am by Rotowire.com
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