The Seattle Seahawks have made some key roster moves ahead of their upcoming game against the San Francisco 49ers. With starting quarterback Geno Smith dealing with an elbow injury, the Seahawks elevated Brett Rypien from the practice squad to provide added depth at the quarterback position.
Rypien, who signed to Seattle’s practice squad earlier this month, previously played two games, including one start, for the Rams this season. This experience will be valuable as he joins the Seahawks roster.
In addition to Rypien’s promotion, the Seahawks also announced the activation of defensive back Coby Bryant from injured reserve. This move makes Bryant available for tonight’s game against the 49ers, providing much-needed depth in the secondary.
However, the Seahawks also had to make a corresponding move as safety Jerrick Reed II, who tore his ACL in last weekend’s loss to the Rams, was placed on injured reserve. This unfortunate injury prompted the team to make room for Bryant’s return to the roster.
Bryant, who was Seattle’s nickel corner as a rookie, has already played in that role for the first two games of this season before injuring a toe. He also has experience playing safety, seeing extensive time at the position in training camp and the preseason.
These roster changes come at a critical time for the Seahawks as they prepare to take on their divisional rival, the 49ers. With important players returning from injury and added depth at key positions, the Seahawks are hoping to secure a crucial victory in tonight’s game.