Jadarian Price returns to Seahawks practice in pads after week-long injury scare

Seattle Seahawks rookie running back Jadarian Price returned to practice in pads on Monday, according to a report from Yahoo Sports. The update ends what had been described as a week-long injury scare for fans watching the team’s early-season workload and depth.

The timing mattered because, for a young back, even short absences can affect reps, timing in the run game, and learning the cadence of practice. The report frames the day’s session as a return to normal participation at least in full-padded work, a meaningful step toward continuity after the concern surfaced.

Yahoo Sports also reported that Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald never seemed overly concerned about Price’s injury, suggesting the staff’s internal evaluation did not point to a lingering or severe problem. In practical terms, a coach’s posture during the uncertainty period can shape how other players prepare, with the team able to manage workload without major panic.

What is not detailed in the available account is the injury diagnosis or any specific practice limitations that existed before Monday. Because the report focuses on the return to the field and the coaching perspective, readers should treat the update as a positive day-to-day development rather than a confirmation of long-term availability.

For Seattle, Price’s return has roster and game-planning implications that extend beyond one practice. Even if the team uses multiple backs in camp, having a rookie who can take contact reps helps coaches evaluate pass protection, route involvement, and the overall fit of the backfield rotation as the preseason approach begins to shape priorities.

The next thing to watch is whether Price’s participation remains steady over subsequent sessions. A practice return “in pads” typically indicates clearance for more physical work, but teams can still dial back a player’s workload based on how the body responds after the first full-activity day.

As Seattle continues building depth and timing in the running game, Monday’s update gives the Seahawks a clearer view of where Price sits in the pecking order heading into the next phases of camp. If he continues to practice normally, it reduces the risk of the backfield having to reshuffle responsibilities for development reps.