Seahawks Sign Emanuel Wilson, Boosting Backfield

0:00On March 12th, the Seattle Seahawks have signed running back Emmanuel Wilson from the Green Bay Packers to shore up their backfield. This comes right after losing Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker, the third to the Kansas City Chiefs. Wilson, who turns 27 in May, brings some upside with 998 rushing yards and seven touchdowns over his last two seasons. Earlier this week, the Packers let Wilson go, opening the door for Seattle to grab him. He only has two career starts, both from last season, but his burst could fit well in their offense if they give him a real shot. Fans and analysts see this as a low-risk ed, especially with Zack Sharbinay still recovering from a torn ACL. George Hollani is back on a one-year deal after backing up Walker, but with just these two healthy backs that depth this thin compared to last years. Output. Looking ahead, the Seahawks passed on bigger names like Najee Harris or Kareem Hunt. Instead, they're banking on Wilson for now while eyeing a top-draft pick next month to land a true lead back.

1:03This move buys them time and flexibility, setting up a fresh competition and camp without locking in long-term.