Imagine heading into Week 14 with a nearly pristine injury report—it’s almost too good to be true, especially this late in the NFL season. But here’s where it gets controversial: while most teams are battling through a laundry list of injuries, the Seahawks are gearing up for their matchup against the Falcons with a surprisingly healthy roster. So, what’s the catch? Let’s dive in.
The final injury report for Week 14 is as close to ideal as you could hope for at this stage. Only two players, Rylie Mills and Dareke Young, have been ruled out. Mills has been sidelined all season due to a non-football-related ACL tear he suffered last December at Notre Dame, while Young, though designated to return to practice, remains on injured reserve. And this is the part most people miss: with Young still on IR, there are zero Seahawks on the active roster carrying an injury designation—a rarity in the NFL.
The real headline here? Defensive tackle Jarran Reed and safety Julian Love, both of whom have been on IR for the past month, are set to make their return this Sunday. Head coach Mike Macdonald didn’t confirm whether Love would be on a snap count, but he assured there’s a strategic plan for his re-entry. Ty Okada, who’s filled in admirably for Love this season, will likely continue to play a role. With two roster spots already cleared (thanks to the recent waiving of Quinton Bohanna), no further roster moves are needed before Saturday.
Now, for a bit of a setback: Quandre Diggs’ return to Seattle has hit a snag. Diggs is now week-to-week with a thigh injury sustained during his limited snaps against the Minnesota Vikings. However, with Love back and Okada ready to go, there’s no immediate pressure to elevate Diggs from the practice squad. But here’s the question: Does this minor hiccup for Diggs open the door for other players to step up, or will his absence be felt more than we think? Let us know in the comments.
