Seahawks Place Price on IR; Ravens Upgrade Jackson, Flowers

The Seattle Seahawks placed rookie running back Jadarian Price on injured reserve after he aggravated a chest injury during practice, while the Baltimore Ravens upgraded quarterback Lamar Jackson and wide receiver Zay Flowers to full participation ahead of their Week 4 matchups.
Key points
- Jadarian Price was placed on injured reserve by the Seahawks after aggravating a chest injury in Wednesday practice, ruling him out for at least four games.
- Emanuel Wilson and George Holani will split backfield duties for Seattle in Week 4 against the Los Angeles Chargers.
- Zach Charbonnet, who tore his ACL last season, is set to resume practice and may return to the active roster soon.
- Lamar Jackson and Zay Flowers were upgraded to full participation on the Ravens' injury report, easing concerns about their availability for the game against the Tennessee Titans.
- Trey Hendrickson remains on the Ravens' injury list with a finger injury but has played full snaps in recent games.
Background
Jadarian Price suffered a chest injury in Week 2 but returned for Week 3, where he struggled with fumbles and limited production. The Seahawks had previously managed his recovery alongside the return of Zach Charbonnet from an ACL tear. In contrast, the Ravens have been navigating minor injuries to key players like Lamar Jackson and Zay Flowers, who have been trending toward full availability after brief absences.
How outlets are covering it
NBC Sports emphasizes the impact of Price's injury on fantasy football and the immediate backfield changes for the Seahawks, noting that Wilson and Holani will fill the void. The Baltimore Sun and Baltimore Beatdown focus on the Ravens' positive injury updates, highlighting that Jackson and Flowers are expected to play, while noting that Hendrickson's absence is less concerning due to his recent full participation. The outlets differ in focus, with NBC Sports detailing the Seahawks' roster adjustments and the Baltimore outlets confirming the Ravens' key players are cleared to play.
Why it matters
The injury updates affect team rosters and game strategies for both the Seahawks and Ravens in Week 4. Price's absence forces the Seahawks to rely on less experienced backs, while the Ravens' upgrades ensure their star players are available for a crucial divisional matchup.
What to watch
The Seahawks will face the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 4, with Wilson and Holani leading the backfield. The Ravens will play the Tennessee Titans, with Jackson and Flowers expected to start. Zach Charbonnet's return to practice will be monitored for potential activation in the coming weeks.
- Seahawks rule out Jadarian Price (chest) in Week 4 NBC Sports
- NFL news roundup: Lamar Jackson (back) limited at practice; Falcons extend DT Gervon Dexter NFL.com
- Ravens QB Lamar Jackson limited at practice with back injury after Rio game baltimoresun.com
- Ravens upgrade Lamar Jackson, Zay Flowers on Thursday injury report Baltimore Beatdown
- Lamar Jackson on track to play in Week 4 Yahoo Sports
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