Seahawks' Zach Charbonnet Hit With Brutal Season-Ending Injury Before NFC Championship

Published: Monday, January 19, 2026 at 6:34 pm

Seahawks' Super Bowl Hopes Take a Hit as Charbonnet Suffers Season-Ending Injury

Seattle Seahawks' running back Zach Charbonnet will miss the remainder of the playoffs due to a knee injury sustained during Saturday's divisional round victory over the San Francisco 49ers. The injury, which will require surgery, was reported on Monday.

Charbonnet, a second-round pick in 2023, was a key contributor to the Seahawks' offense this season. He amassed 730 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns on 184 carries, tying for sixth in the NFL in touchdowns. In the game against the 49ers, Charbonnet had a limited role, gaining 20 yards on five carries.

The Seahawks' primary running back, Kenneth Walker III, shouldered the majority of the ground game against San Francisco, rushing for 116 yards and three touchdowns on 19 carries. With Charbonnet sidelined, the team will likely rely on Walker, along with Velus Jones Jr. and Rashid Shaheed, to bolster their running attack.

Despite the injury, the Seahawks remain the favorites to win the Super Bowl. The team is also a 2.5-point favorite in the upcoming NFC Championship Game against the Los Angeles Rams. Quarterback Sam Darnold will need to improve his passing game, as he threw for only 124 yards and one touchdown against the 49ers.

BNN's Perspective: While the loss of Charbonnet is a setback, the Seahawks have a deep roster and a strong running back in Walker. The team's ability to overcome this injury and maintain their Super Bowl aspirations will depend on the performance of their remaining offensive players and the ability of the coaching staff to adjust their game plan.

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