Nick Emmanwori Placed on PUP With Right Ankle Surgery, Seahawks Expect Week 1 Return

Emmanwori on PUP After Right Ankle Surgery

Seahawks safety Nick Emmanwori was placed on the physically unable to perform list on July 20, 2026, as players reported for training camp physicals. The reason was not immediately clear, since Emmanwori had been a full participant throughout OTAs and minicamp.

ESPN's Brady Henderson, citing sources, reported that a recent surgery on Emmanwori's right ankle is what landed him on PUP. The good news: the Seahawks believe he will be ready for Week 1.

An NFL Network source told reporter Steve Wyche the situation is "not something that they're overly concerned with," which lines up with the team's optimism about his availability.