Uchenna Nwosu's recovery from a knee injury has generated optimism, as the Seahawks chose not to place him on injured reserve. While he is expected to miss two to six weeks after spraining his knee during the preseason finale, general manager John Schneider remains hopeful for a potential early return within the first few games. Nwosu has been a key player for Seattle's defense, and his absence last season severely impacted the team's run defense. The Seahawks have bolstered their roster with Trevis Gipson for depth as they await Nwosu's return.