Byron Murphy II, a rookie defensive tackle for the Seattle Seahawks, has been officially ruled out for their Week 18 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams due to a back injury. This injury has worsened during the game, forcing him out before halftime. Murphy, who had already been dealing with this issue, finishes his first NFL season with a total of 36 tackles, two tackles for loss, and half a sack.

Additionally, cornerback Riq Woolen is listed as questionable to return after suffering a rib injury during a touchdown play by Rams tight end Tyler Higbee. Woolen absorbed a significant hit during the play. The Seahawks are already facing challenges in their secondary, having lost starting cornerback Josh Jobe. To fill the gaps, rookie Nehemiah Pritchett will join cornerbacks Tre Brown and Devon Witherspoon on the field.