QB Smith questionable, RB Walker doubtful for Seahawks

Field Level Media|published: Wed 22nd November, 17:45 2023

Nov 19, 2023; Inglewood, California, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) controls the ball in the third quarter against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. credits: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports

The Seattle Seahawks on Wednesday listed quarterback Geno Smith (elbow) as questionable and running back Kenneth Walker III (oblique) as doubtful for Thursday night's game against the visiting San Francisco 49ers.

Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said Monday, however, that Smith will "make it back" for the primetime game on Thanksgiving. Smith is dealing with a contusion on the tendon at the base of his right triceps closer to his elbow.

Carroll also did not expect Walker to be ready on a short week. Rookie running back Zach Charbonnet replaced Walker last week and is expected to get the lion's share of the carries. Kenny McIntosh and fourth-year running back DeeJay Dallas are also expected to see action.

"Kenny's not going to make it. We left it as doubtful because you never know ... but he wasn't able to do anything during the week," Carroll said.

However, safety Jamal Adams will play after missing Week 11, and fellow defensive backs Riq Woolen, Tre Brown and Coby Bryant are also available to play.

Wideout Dareke Young (abdomen) is listed as doubtful and offensive tackle Abraham Lucas (knee) is questionable.

Rookie safety Jerrick Reed II suffered an ACL injury last week against the Los Angeles Rams and will require surgery.

—Field Level Media