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2018 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDYdsTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1@DEN
Loss, 24-27
---8-35----4.30
2@CHI
Loss, 17-24
---30------3.00
3DAL
Win, 24-13
---5------0.50
4@ARI
Win, 20-17
---49------4.90
5LA
Loss, 31-33
----------0.00
6@OAK
Win, 27-3
---43-27----7.00
7Bye  ----------0.00
8@DET
Win, 28-14
----------0.00
9LAC
Loss, 17-25
---11-13----2.40
10@LA
Loss, 31-36
---1081-----16.80
11GB
Win, 27-24
---46------4.60
12@CAR
Win, 30-27
---4------0.40
13SF
Win, 43-16
---651-----12.50
14MIN
Win, 21-7
---44------4.40
15@SF
Loss, 23-26
----------0.00
16KC
Win, 38-31
----------0.00
17ARI
Win, 27-24
---6------0.60
2018 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1@DEN,
L 24-27
8-35--4.30
2@CHI,
L 17-24
30----3.00
3DAL,
W 24-13
5----0.50
4@ARI,
W 20-17
49----4.90
5LA,
L 31-33
-----0.00
6@OAK,
W 27-3
43-27--7.00
7Bye-----0.00
8@DET,
W 28-14
-----0.00
9LAC,
L 17-25
11-13--2.40
10@LA,
L 31-36
1081---16.80
11GB,
W 27-24
46----4.60
12@CAR,
W 30-27
4----0.40
13SF,
W 43-16
651---12.50
14MIN,
W 21-7
44----4.40
15@SF,
L 23-26
-----0.00
16KC,
W 38-31
-----0.00
17ARI,
W 27-24
6----0.60
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  • One notable carry in loss

    Penny rushed four times for 28 yards in Saturday's playoff loss to the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Penny was the most efficient running back on paper in this outing with 7.3 yards per carry, but that stat's deceptive since it's a small sample size and one of his rushes went for 28 yards while the other three combined for a goose egg. The rookie first-round pick couldn't secure a starting role this season when Chris Carson was healthy and only recorded double-digit carries twice, ending up with 85 carries for 419 yards and two touchdowns. Carson broke out as a highly productive back, but…read more

    Published: Sat, Jan 5 at 9:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bottled up by Cardinals

    Penny gained just six yards on four carries in Sunday's win over the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Penny missed the previous two games with a knee injury and didn't get a carry until the second quarter. It was a brutally unproductive outing, and he fell behind Mike Davis, who rushed seven times for 44 yards and a touchdown. Penny is a more explosive back than Davis, but with limited touches, he needs to break out big plays early to earn more opportunity behind indisputable starter Chris Carson. The rookie first-round pick shouldn't be counted on in postseason fantasy formats without a…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 31 at 10:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up Week 17

    Penny (knee) is listed as active Sunday against the Cardinals.

    Analysis: A full practice participant all week, Penny still needed to get through a pregame workout unscathed to make his first appearance since Week 14. With the health of his knee approved by the training staff, he'll be available to the Seahawks backfield, though his workload could be determined by game flow. Chris Carson will get the initial touches but could be pulled if Seattle gets out to a comfortable lead, which would leave Penny and Mike Davis to vie for snaps.

    Published: Sun, Dec 30 at 12:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Needs to complete pregame workout

    Coach Pete Carroll said Penny (knee) will be a game-day decision Sunday against the Cardinals, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: A full practice participant throughout the week, Penny nonetheless finds himself listed as questionable for the regular-season finale, per Boyle. Penny seems more likely than not to suit up and could actually get some extra work if the Seahawks jump out to a lead. The team needs a win to ensure a first-round matchup with Dallas instead of Chicago, but it still makes sense to ease up on Chris Carson after three straight games with 22 or more carries. Sunday's kickoff is scheduled for 4:25 PM ET.

    Published: Fri, Dec 28 at 3:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Technically listed as questionable

    Penny (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: It's a bit surprising to see Penny with a game designation after he logged full practices Wednesday and Thursday. It's possible he had a minor setback during one of those sessions, but the more likely scenario is that there isn't really any doubt about his Week 17 availability. The Seahawks could give the rookie a bit of extra run in an effort to keep Chris Carson fresh for the playoffs.

    Published: Fri, Dec 28 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns as full participant

    Penny (knee) was a full practice participant Wednesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: In the midst of absences the last two games due to a knee injury, Penny put in one limited practice last Friday. Since then, coach Pete Carroll was optimistic about the running back's potential to return Week 17 against the Cardinals, and an uncapped session Wednesday sets up Penny to do just that. With the backfield now at full strength, Penny will join Mike Davis as options to spell starter Chris Carson, who has racked up 77 touches the last three contests versus 35 for the remaining backs.

    Published: Wed, Dec 26 at 5:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In line to practice Wednesday

    Coach Pete Carroll expects Penny (knee) to practice Wednesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Penny has missed the last two games due to a knee injury, but a glimmer of hope regarding his health arrived in the form of a limited practice last Friday. Carroll piggybacked on that development Monday and reiterated it Wednesday, telling Boyle that Penny should suit up this weekend against the Cardinals if he makes it through the week of prep "OK." Penny's initial listing for Week 17 will be revealed on Wednesday's practice report.

    Published: Wed, Dec 26 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Has chance to return Week 17

    Coach Pete Carroll is hopeful Penny (knee) returns for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Prior to earning inactive status for a second straight game this past Sunday against the Chiefs, Penny practiced for the first time in two weeks, logging a limited session Friday. It wasn't enough to prove the health of his knee, but it appears as if he'll have a chance to do so this week. Carroll elaborated to John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site, saying Penny should suit up Week 17 if he makes it through preparations OK. Assuming he does, Penny would split the reps not given to starting…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 24 at 11:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sidelined again Sunday

    Penny (knee) is listed as inactive Sunday versus the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Penny made his presence felt in practice Friday for the first since Dec. 8, getting listed as a limited participant. While saying that Penny's recovery was "going really well," coach Pete Carroll told Brady Henderson of ESPN.com that his availability will depend on "whether or not it's the right decision for him to go and if we can get enough information on game day." Clearly, the Seahawks didn't like what they saw in the meantime to allow Penny to return, ensuring his second absence in a row.…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 3:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Looking unlikely for Sunday

    Coach Pete Carroll didn't sound optimistic about Penny (knee) being able to play Sunday against the Chiefs, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports. "We're holding out hope that maybe on gameday [Penny] can do something," Carroll said Friday. "We'll find out. He did a little bit of work [Friday] for the first time this week and his recovery is going really well."

    Analysis: Although he referred to Penny as a game-day decision, Carroll doesn't seem to have any expectation that the rookie will be able to play. Penny returned to practice Friday as a limited participant, logging his first activity of any kind since Week 14. An absence Sunday would free up a few extra touches for Mike Davis and Chris Carson, with J.D. McKissic potentially getting the occasional snap.

    Published: Fri, Dec 21 at 4:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Headed for game-day call

    Penny is viewed as a game-day decision for Sunday's matchup with the Chiefs, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Per Boyle, Penny is listed as questionable on the Seahawks' final injury report after returning to practice Friday as a limited participant. His availability shouldn't have a huge impact on the Seahawks' game plan, as they can simply allow Chris Carson and/or Mike Davis to take a few more carries if the rookie isn't available. Davis handled the vacated snaps in last week's 26-23 loss to the 49ers, but Carson might be the beneficiary if Seattle were to play with a lead this time around.

    Published: Fri, Dec 21 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Deemed questionable

    Penny (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Penny didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday, but he might be listed as a limited participant Friday once the Seahawks update their final injury report. A limited session could set Penny up a game-time decision ahead of Sunday's 8:20 p.m. EST kickoff.

    Published: Fri, Dec 21 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still no activity Thursday

    Penny (knee) was held out of practice Thursday, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: With a pair of DNPs under his belt this week, Penny is trending toward a second consecutive absence as a result of a knee injury. He could flip the script Friday by returning to practice in some capacity, making the Seahawks' final Week 16 practice report one to watch out for. With Penny's status still in limbo, Chris Carson (28 touches Week 15) and Mike Davis (13) are poised to handle the bulk of the backfield reps Sunday versus the Chiefs.

    Published: Thu, Dec 20 at 4:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't practice Wednesday

    Penny (knee) won't practice Wednesday, but he has a shot to do some work during Thursday's session, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.

    Analysis: Unable to practice in any capacity last week, Penny is now in danger of missing a second straight game Sunday against the Chiefs. Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune believes the Seahawks' recent signing of running back Bo Scarborough is a hint that Penny may be out for a while longer. Chris Carson handled 22 of the team's 29 backfield carries during last week's 26-23 loss to the 49ers, with Mike Davis contributing five totes and eight receptions.

    Published: Wed, Dec 19 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Status still up in air

    Coach Pete Carroll was noncommittal about Penny's Week 16 availability Monday, the Seahawks' official site reports. "We've got to wait a couple of days here," Carroll said. "We'll see by Wednesday. He's working hard to try to get back, but it's not certain yet if he's going to be able to turn it around or not."

    Analysis: Carroll has been coy about the rookie running back's knee injury, telling Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune last Friday that Penny has undergone MRIs and other tests and doesn't need surgery. Taking Carroll at his word, Penny is doing everything possible to practice this week, with his first chance coming Wednesday. As a possible contingency plan, the Seahawks signed Bo Scarbrough off the Jaguars' practice squad Tuesday. Regardless, Chris Carson and Mike Davis will dominate the backfield as…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 18 at 3:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not scheduled for surgery

    Coach Pete Carroll said Penny (knee) had an MRI and isn't expected to require surgery, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Penny didn't practice this week and has been ruled out for Sunday's game in San Francisco. His absence should free up more work for Mike Davis behind starter Chris Carson, though it's also possible Carson or J.D. McKissic handles some of the vacated snaps/touches. While the rookie doesn't seem like a great bet to make it back for Week 16, the Seahawks hope he can play again this season.

    Published: Fri, Dec 14 at 4:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for Week 15

    Penny (knee) won't play in Sunday's game at San Francisco, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: The rookie seems to have injured his ankle during Monday's 21-7 win over Minnesota, though he still managed to gain 44 yards on eight carries. Penny's usual allotment of 4-8 carries likely will go to either starter Chris Carson or passing-down back Mike Davis, though J.D. McKissic might also get a few chances. A minor boost to Carson's Week 15 outlook is in order, though he likely will be playing without 340-pound guard D.J. Fluker (hamstring), who is listed as doubtful.

    Published: Fri, Dec 14 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Non-participant again Thursday

    Penny (knee) was held out of practice Thursday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: With back-to-back absences to open Week 15 preparations, Penny could be in danger of his first absence as a professional Sunday in San Francisco. Over the previous five contests, all of his work has occurred on the ground -- 7.8 carries per game -- so both Chris Carson and Mike Davis could benefit in the event Penny doesn't play or is limited this weekend. Fortunately for Penny, he has another practice to put himself in the running for active status.

    Published: Thu, Dec 13 at 4:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Has knee injury

    Coach Pete Carroll said Penny won't practice Wednesday due to a knee injury, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Penny strangely avoided all three Week 14 injury reports but still was listed as questionable ahead of Monday's game against the Vikings as a result of an ankle issue. He brushed it off and turned eight rushes into 44 yards in the victory, marking his fourth outing in five games where he averaged more than 5.0 yards per carry. The rookie hasn't been able to usurp Chris Carson for a featured role so far, and tending to injuries in back-to-back weeks won't help his cause.

    Published: Wed, Dec 12 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shows glimpse of explosiveness

    Penny rushed eight times for 44 yards in Monday's win over the Vikings.

    Analysis: Penny made solid reads and scampered for a combined 12 yards on his first two carries. His big play came in the second quarter when it looked as if he'd be stopped for a loss near the left sideline, but Penny cut back and displayed his speed by running to the opposite sideline to gain 17 yards and a first down. These explosive bursts will keep Penny as the clear No. 2 back ahead of Mike Davis, but Chris Carson has a stranglehold on the top spot for now.

    Published: Mon, Dec 10 at 8:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Available Week 14

    Penny (ankle) is listed as active Monday against the Vikings.

    Analysis: Penny wasn't listed on Week 14 injury reports, implying he was a full participant in each practice. That said, he was given a questionable designation for this game due to an ankle injury. In the end, the issue didn't impact his gameday availability, but the rookie can expect to remain second or third fiddle out of the Seahawks backfield alongside Mike Davis and behind Chris Carson. Hurting Penny's cause further is a matchup against Minnesota's eighth-ranked run defense (99.2 yards per game).

    Published: Mon, Dec 10 at 4:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable with ankle injury

    Penny is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Vikings with an ankle injury, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Penny wasn't present on the injury report until Saturday so the specifics of the injury remain unclear, especially considering he wasn't listed as missing any practice. If able to play Monday, the 22-year-old should assume his usual complementary role to starting RB Chris Carson. Mike Davis would likely see an increased snap share if Penny is ultimately unable to suit up.

    Published: Sat, Dec 8 at 3:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Efficient performance

    Penny rushed seven times for 65 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's win over the 49ers.

    Analysis: Penny logged two carries on the Seahawks' second drive, rumbling for 18 yards and setting up the team's first score. That efficiency allowed him to start in the backfield to begin the second half, where he took his first rush and hit the gas pedal, dashing 20 yards to find the end zone and extend the lead to 24 points. Penny is showing flashes of his ceiling with three of seven carries going for 15 or more yards. Chris Carson left the game with a finger injury and didn't return, and if he can't…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 2 at 5:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Enhanced role on tap

    Offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer expects Penny to have a larger role in Seattle's game plan Sunday against the 49ers, Andy Patton of USA Today reports. "I expect that [Penny] will play well this weekend," Schottenheimer said. "Expect that we need to get the running game back going again and I think he'll be a big part of that."

    Analysis: Penny appeared to gain some momentum during his up-and-down rookie season in Weeks 10 and 11, when he logged a combined 20 totes for 154 yards (7.7 per carry) and a touchdown. The first-round pick saw his usage tumble the following week, however, as he logged just 10 offensive snaps and four carries in last Sunday's 30-27 win over the Seahawks, with both Chris Carson (32) and Mike Davis (18) outpacing him in terms of usage. Both Carson and Davis remain healthy heading into the weekend, but a…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 30 at 2:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Rarely used in win

    Penny rushed four times for four yards in Sunday's win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: Penny's carries were distributed between two different drives, as he clearly wasn't an integral part of the Seahawks' game plan while Chris Carson led the way with 16 carries for 55 yards. It appears Penny will need to break off big runs to lock in touches like he did in the two previous games, though he could see more work in Week 13 if the Seahawks jump out to a sizable lead in a home game against the 49ers.

    Published: Sun, Nov 25 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal impact after explosive first carry

    Penny rushed eight times for 46 yards in Thursday's 27-24 win over the Packers.

    Analysis: Penny's first carry was promising as he was held up in the backfield but made multiple cuts, ultimately recording a 38-yard gain. That striking rush showcases Penny's upside, but the rest of his outing was forgettable with just eight yards on his next seven carries. With Chris Carson back in the mix, Penny's role will likely be inconsistent going forward, but he did at least log more touches Thursday than fellow running back Mike Davis (six) handled.

    Published: Thu, Nov 15 at 9:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Thursday's role not guaranteed

    Coach Pete Carroll said Penny's workload is in jeopardy with Chris Carson (hip) returning for Thursday's game against the Packers, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports. "When everybody's healthy, not everybody's going to get the ball a lot," Carroll said. "That's just the way it goes, so we'll figure that out."

    Analysis: The rookie's Week 10 performance against the Rams -- 12 rushes for 108 yards and a touchdown -- will earn him a consistent role in the Seahawks' offense, but fantasy owners should heed Carroll's words and hinder their expectations. This is still a committee backfield, and Carson eclipsed 100 rushing yards in three of five games before his injury while Mike Davis has developed into a dual-threat back with 11 catches over the last two weeks. There's a lot of talent between the three running backs…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 13 at 6:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes reins in backfield

    Penny rushed 12 times for 108 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 36-31 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: This is the production the Seahawks expected when they picked Penny in the first round of April's draft. With Chris Carson (hip) out, Penny outpaced Mike Davis, who rushed 11 times for 58 yards. This adds to the ambiguity in the Seattle backfield, but coach Pete Carroll could ride the hot hand Thursday against the Packers if Carson remains out.

    Published: Sun, Nov 11 at 5:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Light workload in Sunday's loss

    Penny rushed four times for 11 yards and caught all three targets for 13 yards and zero touchdowns in Sunday's 25-17 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: Penny rushed once on the Seahawks' first drive, proving he was part of their game plan before Chris Carson left with a hip injury. Still, Mike Davis (22 touches) benefited from Carson's absence, leaving Penny with another disappointing outing. If Carson's injury keeps him out in Week 10 against the Rams, Penny may receive more chances.

    Published: Sun, Nov 4 at 4:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could benefit from potential Carson absence

    Penny may see an uptick in usage if Chris Carson (hip) sits out Sunday's game against the Chargers, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Penny didn't play a single offensive snap in the Week 8 win over the Lions, as Carson and Mike Davis both shared the backfield work. The same timeshare arrangement could be in place if the two backs are ready to go for Week 9, but Penny would likely have a clear path to a spot in the rotation if Carson -- who is considered a game-time decision -- is deemed unavailable. Even if that's the case, Davis would still represent the top option to pace the backfield in touches. When the Seahawks played…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 2 at 4:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not part of Sunday's game plan

    Penny had zero touches during Sunday's 28-14 win over the Lions.

    Analysis: After he had nine rushes and two receptions in Week 6, it appeared Penny would be eased into a consistent role, but that was not the case. Penny did nurse a finger injury during practices but was fully healthy by Friday, so it's unlikely that's what held him back. This is Penny's second time in three weeks that he's been given zero touches. With coach Pete Carroll's game plans unpredictable, fantasy owners are best staying away from Penny for now.

    Published: Sun, Oct 28 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Upgrades to full practice participation

    Penny (finger) logged a full practice Thursday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: As anticipated, the finger injury Penny carried out of the Seahawks' bye won't impact his availability for Sunday's game against the Lions. The rookie has been a disappointment thus far for those that invested in him in fantasy drafts, but there's reason to be heartened about his prospects moving forward after he turned in his best outing of the season Week 6 against the Raiders. In that contest, he tallied 70 yards from scrimmage on 11 touches (nine carries, two receptions), though Penny still…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 25 at 4:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with finger injury

    Penny was limited at Wednesday's practice due to a finger injury, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: On the heels of gaining 70 yards from scrimmage Week 6 against the Raiders followed by a bye week, Penny is tending to a finger issue of some sort. His ability to practice in some capacity is an encouraging sign, but he would allay all concerns with a full session before week's end. Even if he gets a clean bill of health for Sunday's game at Detroit, Penny still has to contend with Chris Carson and Mike Davis for reps out of the backfield, capping the rookie's potential for the time being.

    Published: Wed, Oct 24 at 4:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back in running back rotation

    Penny rushed nine times for 43 yards and caught both of his targets for 27 more in Sunday's 27-3 win over the Raiders at Wembley Stadium.

    Analysis: Penny was the Seattle's most effective running back ahead of Chris Carson (59 yards on 14 touches) and Mike Davis (26 yards on seven touches). Carson is still ahead of Penny in the pecking order, as the 27th overall selection in the 2018 draft is still searching for his first career touchdown heading into Seattle's Week 7 bye.

    Published: Sun, Oct 14 at 2:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Left without role

    Penny didn't play any snaps on offense in Sunday's 33-31 loss to the Rams, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Chris Carson and Mike Davis combined for 184 yards and a touchdown on 31 carries, likely setting up a similar backfield split for Week 6 in Oakland. Despite his status as a first-round pick, Penny doesn't have a clear path to playing time unless one of his teammates suffers an injury or the Seahawks eventually fall out of the playoff picture. The team might even consider making him a healthy inactive on gamedays, considering he doesn't offer much value on special teams or in the passing game.

    Published: Mon, Oct 8 at 9:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes backseat despite Carson's injury

    Penny rushed nine times for 49 yards and zero touchdowns in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Penny was expected to be the team's lead back because Chris Carson (hip) was inactive, but Mike Davis showed a hot hand early and recorded a bulk of the touches (21 carries and four catches). That extends the frustrations for the Seahawks, who reached to pick Penny in the first round of April's draft, and fantasy owners who looked to benefit off Carson's injury. Penny shouldn't be streamed at this time since he could get bumped to the No. 3 role if Carson is healthy for a tough Week 5 matchup…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 30 at 4:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will be No. 1 back Sunday

    Penny is expected to be the Seahawks' lead back Sunday at Arizona with Chris Carson (hip) sidelined, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Carson took a significant amount of contact last Sunday during a 32-carry performance, emerging with a hip injury. He entered the weekend as a game-time decision, but ultimately, the Seahawks will hold him out with his health in mind. Behind Penny, C.J. Prosise (abdomen) will be available, but the fact he's active after being deemed doubtful doesn't equate to a sunny forecast. Consequently, Penny is poised for his most work as a pro Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Sep 30 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets just three carries

    Penny had just three carries for five yards in Sunday's 24-13 win over Dallas.

    Analysis: Penny received 10 carries Week 2 but took a backseat Sunday to Chris Carson, who ran a whopping 32 times for 102 yards and a touchdown. With a shaky offensive line and the presence of Carson, it's hard to get excited about Penny, at least at the moment. If you need Penny, he'll face Arizona in Week 4.

    Published: Sun, Sep 23 at 5:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Paces squad with 10 carries

    Penny rushed 10 times for 30 yard and didn't make a catch on two targets during Monday's 24-17 loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: The Seahawks found themselves in an early deficit and neglected the run at times, instead allowing Russell Wilson to take full control. Still, it was surprising to see Penny lead the team in carries after coach Pete Carroll said Chris Carson, who had six rushes Monday, was the clear No. 1 running back. Until the offensive line shows significant improvement, neither running back is a reliable fantasy option outside of deeper leagues.

    Published: Mon, Sep 17 at 8:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Falls behind Carson

    Coach Pete Carroll said Chris Carson took the lead over Penny in the tailback battle, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Carroll went on to say Penny looked "rusty" after having just one full week of practice under his belt leading up to the season opener. Penny was simply outperformed, rushing for eight yards on seven carries while Carson produced 51 yards on as many chances. The Seahawks won't neglect Penny at this time, but the rookie first-round pick needs to prove himself soon in order to keep getting touches.

    Published: Tue, Sep 11 at 9:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lays egg in Sunday's debut

    Penny rushed seven times for eight yards and caught four passes for 35 yards in Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: Penny rushed for five yards in his first career carry, but he gained just three yards on his next six tries. He was effective hauling in four of five passes, but he was clearly outplayed by Chris Carson, who rushed seven times for 51 yards. Penny won't be handed any favors Week 2 against a tough Bears defense.

    Published: Sun, Sep 9 at 4:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • May struggle for touches

    Offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer said he wants to use all of his running backs during Sunday's game in Denver, but he also said he won't force touches in Penny's direction, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports. "We don't necessarily have, 'OK, gotta get this guy so many carries, gotta get this guy so many touches'," Schottenheimer said. "We'll just kind of see how the flow of the game goes."

    Analysis: Penny's availability no longer seems to be in question after he logged full practice sessions Wednesday and Thursday, but the concerns regarding his Week 1 workload are still very real. With Chris Carson likely serving as the lead runner and C.J. Prosise helping out in passing situations, it's hard to see how Penny fits in as anything more than a change-of-pace option on early downs. Of course, the outlook for Week 2 and beyond could change in a hurry if the rookie outplays Carson during…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 7 at 9:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices fully Wednesday

    Penny (hand) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Penny entered training camp somewhat behind the eight ball while second-year back Chris Carson handled most of the first-team reps early on. During an Aug. 13 practice, Penny suffered a broken pointer finger on his left hand, putting him further behind in the competition. While his recovery was pegged at 3-to-4 weeks, Penny was always on track to be available for Week 1, which was confirmed with his activity level on the first injury report of the campaign. Still, Penny is slated to begin his…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 5 at 5:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Getting cast removed

    Penny will have the cast removed from his broken finger Wednesday, keeping him on track to suit up for the season opener Sept. 9 in Denver, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Given that his injury allows for normal running and conditioning, Penny probably doesn't need to get much work in during full-team practice sessions before he's cleared for game action. Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll has even said the rookie could play in Thursday's preseason contest against Oakland, and while that seems rather far-fetched, it can at least be taken as a sign that Penny is making good progress. The situation will still require close monitoring in the coming days, as Penny is…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 29 at 12:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could be cleared by Thursday

    Coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Penny (finger) has a chance to play in Thursday's preseason game against Oakland, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: There's no real reason to rush Penny back for an exhibition contest, but we can at least take it as a good sign that Carroll thinks the rookie might be healthy enough to play. Of course, Carroll doesn't have the best track record for honesty with the media, so his consistent optimism about Penny's recovery needs to be taken with a grain of salt. In any case, Chris Carson is locked in as the Week 1 starter and lead back, with Penny destined to open the year in a supporting role even if his…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 27 at 1:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still on track for opener

    Coach Pete Carroll is confident Penny (finger) will be ready for Week 1, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The estimated timeline of 3-to-4 weeks suggests it's far from a sure thing, considering Penny had surgery on his broken finger with 25 days to go before the Seahawks' Sept. 9 opener in Denver. He rejoined the team Friday for a walkthrough practice, then suited up in pads for individual drills Tuesday, per Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic Seattle. The rookie first-round pick seems to be making good progress toward Week 1, but his absence for the rest of the preseason destroys any chance he…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 21 at 3:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On the field with teammates

    Penny (finger) is on the field for Friday's practice, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: The Seahawks are holding a walkthrough in preparation for Saturday's preseason game against the Chargers. Penny's presence at the session carries no significance in terms of recovery/rehab expectations, but it does mean he's staying involved from a mental perspective. His timeline is estimated at 3-to-4 weeks, with Seattle's opener taking place 25 days after he had surgery to repair a broken finger. Penny's status will be one of the major NFL stories of the next few weeks, though Chris Carson…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 17 at 12:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could be ready for Week 1

    Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll relayed Wednesday that surgery to repair Penny's broken finger went "beautifully," Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.

    Analysis: Moreover, the running back's pointer finger on his left hand won't need to be encased by a cast, per Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times. With that in mind, the Seahawks believe that Penny can be ready for the start of the regular season. In the meantime, Chris Carson profiles as Seattle's top back, but given the draft capital invested in Penny -- he was the 27th overall pick this past April -- it's suspected the rookie will have an opportunity to immediately contribute upon his return. If Penny…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 15 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still optimistic for Week 1

    Penny (finger) is expected to be back to full strength ahead of the Seahawks' Week 1 matchup with the Broncos, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: After breaking his finger during Monday's practice, Penny flew to Philadelphia to have surgery Wednesday. A previous report put his recovery timeline at 3-to-4 weeks, with the surgery taking place 25 days before the Sept. 9 season opener. Seattle Mariners second baseman Robinson Cano reportedly only needed three weeks to make a full recovery from the same procedure earlier this year, though he didn't actually return to MLB game action because he was suspended at the time. While Penny may be…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 15 at 7:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Will have surgery, out 3-to-4 weeks

    Penny will have surgery Wednesday to repair a broken finger, with his recovery timeline estimated at 3-to-4 weeks, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: This timeline will take Penny right up to the regular-season opener against the Broncos on Sept. 9. Without any solid preseason film -- the Seahawks are most concerned about his pass-blocking skills -- Penny has all but lost his chance to be the Week 1 starter. The rookie first-round pick should still have the No. 2 job behind Chris Carson, with a chance to surpass him as the year rolls on.

    Published: Tue, Aug 14 at 10:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers broken finger

    Penny has a hand injury that includes a broken finger, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: The Seahawks were clearly high on Penny being their backfield staple after picking him in the first round of this year's draft. The last week has been rough for Penny, however, as he logged eight carries for 16 yards in his preseason debut and suffered this injury during Monday's practice. Chris Carson already seemed to have an advantage in a battle for the starting job, and his prospects only improve with Penny now uncertain for Week 1.

    Published: Tue, Aug 14 at 9:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Exits practice early

    Penny left Monday's practice early, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: The rookie presumably suffered an injury of some sort, but offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer said he doesn't think it's anything serious. An extended run of practice absences would be problematic for Penny's fantasy outlook, considering Chris Carson refuses to give up the starting job without a fight. Carson had four carries for 26 yards in Thursday's preseason loss to the Colts, while Penny managed just 16 yards on eight carries and seven yards on two receptions. Carson got the start…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 13 at 12:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tough sledding on ground in debut

    Penny rushed eight times for 16 yards and brought in both of his targets for seven yards in the Seahawks' 19-17 preseason loss to the Colts on Thursday.

    Analysis: The rookie couldn't quite find the same level of success on the ground that fellow back Chris Carson enjoyed, although he did make a modest impact in the passing game. Penny saw action from the first possession, although Carson received the first carry of the contest. Irrespective of which player secures the top spot on the depth chart heading into the regular season, both figure to see a fair share of work as the campaign unfolds. Penny will look to up his rushing numbers against the Chargers…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 9 at 11:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Showing three-down skills

    Seahawks offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer is impressed with Penny's early work as a pass catcher and blocker, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports. "[Penny] has scat back qualities along with the ability of running in between the tackles," said Schottenheimer. "Everybody wants to see him pass protect, but I've been blown away by his ability to, again, diagnose the blitz, see where the blitz is coming from, and track his guy. It's been outstanding for a young back, one of the best if not the best I've ever been around."

    Analysis: While the rookie is off to a good start at training camp, Schottenheimer did mention that Penny still needs to prove he can protect the quarterback in practices with full pads. Chris Carson has been getting most of the first-team reps, with head coach Pete Carroll recently complimenting the second-year back for his versatility on offense as well as his ability to contribute on special teams. Of course, the Seahawks didn't use a first-round pick on Penny just to watch him ride the pine all…read more

    Published: Mon, Jul 30 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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