Seahawks Face Key Questions As Ernest Jones IV Lands On Week 12 Injury List
Alright, let’s break down what’s going on with the Seahawks heading into their Week 12 matchup against the Tennessee Titans, because there’s a lot to unpack—especially around linebacker Ernest Jones IV. The injury report this week has felt like a rollercoaster, with several players moving on and off the limited list, and a few new concerns popping up along the way.
First, two players have already been ruled out for Sunday: receiver Tory Horton, who’s still dealing with a stubborn shin injury and will miss his third straight game, and linebacker Tyrice Knight, who is in concussion protocol after last weekend’s hit against the Rams. Those absences alone shift the lineup, but it’s the list of questionable players that really adds suspense.
Among those questionable is Ernest Jones IV. He returned to action last week after missing one game with a knee issue, but that same knee is still being worked through. Nothing new has been reinjured, according to head coach Mike Macdonald, but it’s clearly something that hasn’t fully settled. When asked about Jones’ availability, Macdonald didn’t sugarcoat it—he simply said “questionable,” leaving the door open either way. It’s one of those situations where the team wants him available, but they’re not going to push him if the knee doesn’t respond well.
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Left guard Grey Zabel is another standout name on the list. He left last week’s game with a knee injury but managed to return to practice in limited fashion this week. That alone is considered a good sign. Whether he plays will be a gameday decision, but Macdonald praised his toughness, calling him “a tough cookie.” If Zabel can’t go, second-year guard Christian Haynes would step into the starting role, and the team appears confident he’ll be ready if needed.
Running back Kenneth Walker III also drew attention after being added to the list with a glute issue. The good news is that the team sees this as precautionary. He was limited in practice, but Macdonald said it’s mostly about giving him rest and managing soreness, and that he “should be fine.”
Fullback Robbie Ouzts was marked questionable as well, though his situation revolves around a personal matter rather than an injury. He returned to practice Friday, and while he missed reps earlier in the week, the team is working to get him as ready as possible for Sunday.
The Titans have injury problems of their own, ruling out three players including two starters, which may shift the matchup dynamics.
All in all, the Seahawks’ readiness for Week 12 will hinge on how these questionable players feel as kickoff approaches. Ernest Jones IV’s knee and Zabel’s progress may end up being the biggest factors shaping Sunday’s lineup.
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