Rashaad Penny Fantasy

Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider implied that running back Rashaad Penny (knee) will start the season on the Physically Unable to Perform list while he recovers from a torn ACL last year. Penny's injury is typically a nine- to 10-month injury, and he suffered it on Dec. 8. Schneider said "he's doing great but it was a late-season injury." Seattle drafted DeeJay Dallas in this year's draft, and he would compete with Travis Homer for No. 2 duties behind Chris Carson if Penny isn't ready. The Seahawks remain optimistic about Penny, though, and he posted a video on Twitter on Wednesday of him doing footwork drills in his rehab. The 24-year-old was starting to come on as a change-of-pace to Carson last year before his injury, but his uncertain status for the start of 2020 will really hurt his value in deep PPR leagues.

Apr. 30th • 10:57 PM

Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer said on Sports Radio 950 KJR that he feels good about both running backs Chris Carson (hip) and Rashaad Penny (knee) coming back from serious injuries that they suffered at the end of last season. Head coach Pete Carroll has also maintained optimism with Carson, while saying that Penny would likely begin training camp on the Physically Unable to Perform list. Seattle is a team that leans heavily on the running game, so the recoveries of both Carson and Penny are important. Carson was the lead back before his injury, rushing for 1,230 yards and seven touchdowns in 15 games. He has RB1 upside in this offense but is a bit risky because of his injury history. Penny was in a secondary role as mostly a pass-catcher, but he was peaking at the time of his ailment and could become a wild card in PPR leagues when he's fully recovered from his knee injury. Penny's fantasy value could also depend on whether the Seahawks add to the position in next week's draft.

Apr. 14th • 12:27 PM

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said that he expects running back Rashaad Penny (knee) to begin training camp on the Physically Unable to Perform list. Penny needed reconstructive knee surgery after injuring himself in early December against the Rams. If he were to start the season on the PUP, Penny would have to sit out the first six games. The former first-round pick started riding a stationary bike on Feb. 12, but he has a long ways to go in his rehab. With the oft-injured C.J. Prosise hitting free agency, Travis Homer could be the direct backup to Chris Carson to open the 2020 season if Penny isn't ready to go.

Feb. 26th • 12:46 AM