Fans think the Seahawks have to add another running back after losing Kenneth Walker, but general manager John Schneider might have revealed why the franchise might not have to.
The Seattle Seahawks running back room is going to look vastly different from the one that won the Super Bowl.
Granted, most knew that anyway, as Kenneth Walker was set to be a free agent, but now, as we turn to the draft, fans aren't too sure about the makeup of the room.
If a game were played today, newly acquired Emanuel Wilson, a backup in Green Bay, would likely be the starter, and behind him, George Holani and Kenny McIntosh.
That doesn't exactly inspire confidence, does it?
With Zach Charbonnet nursing his ACL injury, it is expected that he will miss the first part of the season as he recovers. His exact timeline isn't known, which leaves the Seahawks in a position they would rather not be in.
Wilson, Holani, and McIntosh have all been bit-part players in their careers, and none have been "the" guy for an offense.
Well, in the early portion of the 2026 season, they might have to be if Seattle doesn't bring in or draft another back.
Some fans scratch their heads at the notion of the group staying the same.
But general manager John Schneider might have given us a little indication as to why the franchise is seemingly content with how things are.
And it's all got to do with Holani.
"The one thing that got overlooked in those last two games -- and I was talking to Mike Macdonald about this -- George, he was awesome in the NFC title game and Super Bowl," Schneider said via ESPN. "Every time he goes in the game he just performs."
Is Holani the secret weapon for Seattle?
Playing just two seasons, his numbers don't jump off the page, as he was largely a backup and relief back for Klink Kubiak.
And his playoff numbers aren't big either, but it shows he can be counted on, especially as a receiver (four receptions for 34 yards), plus his ability as an elite pass protector was noticeable.
Are the Seahawks looking at Holani taking the next step in his development to potentially pair him with Charbonnet in 2026? You could make that case.
But Wilson and McIntosh also have their names in the hat.
So while many Seattle fans are scratching their heads over the running back room right now, it appears Schneider and Co. might have high hopes for Holani in Year 3 to become "that" guy.