Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori has ankle surgery, expected to play W1

Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori has ankle surgery, expected to play W1

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Key Points:

  • Seahawks safety Nick Emmanwori underwent right ankle surgery and is expected to miss some training camp time but be ready for Week 1 of the NFL season.
  • Emmanwori, a 2025 second-round pick, suffered two right ankle sprains during his rookie season but played through the second injury, contributing significantly to Seattle's top-ranked scoring defense.
  • The team placed Emmanwori and several other players, including running back Zach Charbonnet recovering from ACL surgery, on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list to start training camp.
  • Emmanwori recorded 11 passes defended, 2.5 sacks, and an interception in 14 games last season, finishing second in AP Rookie of the Year voting.
  • The Seahawks' training camp begins Saturday, with their season opener set for September 9 against the New England Patriots in a Super Bowl rematch.

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