Seattle Seahawks to Start Christian Haynes, Replacing Injured Grey Zabel

The Seattle Seahawks are making adjustments on the offensive line ahead of their upcoming game. Christian Haynes will take over the left guard position against the Tennessee Titans this Sunday if Grey Zabel is unable to return from injury.

Christian Haynes Steps Up

Head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed the lineup change during a press conference on Wednesday. The team is prioritizing Zabel’s recovery and will not rush him back into play.

Player Background

This will be Haynes’ second appearance in the 2025 season. He had previously filled in for Zabel last week, contributing valuable experience in his role. In his rookie season, he played in 16 games but did not earn a starting position.

Upcoming Game Details

• Opponent: Tennessee Titans
• Date: Sunday
• Current Record: Titans are 1-9

The Seahawks are entering a more manageable stretch of their schedule, starting with this game in Nashville. If Zabel requires additional recovery time, Haynes will have the opportunity to gain further playing experience.