Seahawks Activate Dareke Young, Promote Two from Practice Squad
The Seattle Seahawks have activated receiver Dareke Young from injured reserve ahead of their Thursday night matchup against the Rams. Young, who has been sidelined for the past eight games due to a quadricep injury, is set to make his return. The team previously opened a roster spot by waiving safety D’Anthony Bell, who has rejoined the practice squad.
Overview of Player Movements
Dareke Young is a significant addition to the team. Since being drafted as a seventh-round pick in 2022, he has become a key contributor on special teams. This season, he has recorded two catches for a total of 48 yards.
Additional Promotions
In addition to Young, the Seahawks have promoted two players from their practice squad:
- Cam Akers: The running back is set to make his Seahawks debut against the Rams, who drafted him in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. Akers previously spent over three seasons with the Rams, culminating in a Super Bowl victory after the 2021 season. He also had tenures with the Vikings and Texans earlier this year.
- Amari Kight: This undrafted rookie from UCF has been elevated following his participation in Seattle’s Week 4 win against Arizona, where he played two offensive snaps and six on special teams. His elevation provides crucial tackle depth as Josh Jones is expected to start at left tackle due to Charles Cross’s injury.
The Seahawks are looking to bolster their roster as they aim for a strong performance against the Rams. The return of Young and the addition of Akers and Kight highlight the team’s strategic adjustments ahead of the game.
