Seattle could overhaul its secondary, elevating Derion Kendrick to a bigger role and rethinking Riq Woolen’s outside-corner slot. Kendrick has two interceptions in two starts and could become the nickel, while Devon Witherspoon, Nick Emmanwori and Josh Jobe form a flexible core in Macdonald’s rotation. The plan isn’t a 1-for-1 swap with Woolen; it would push Woolen down the depth chart and test multiple looks, especially with injury risk and Seattle’s current health standing ahead of Sunday.

Nick Emmanwori is back to full participation for Seattle ahead of the Week 5 clash with Tampa Bay, signaling a likely return from the ankle sprain that kept him out since opening day. Devon Witherspoon, Julian Love, and Demarcus Lawrence are day-to-day or limited, while Josh Jones remains sidelined with an ankle issue. Cody White returned to full practice, giving the offense some WR depth. On the Buccaneers’ side, Bucky Irving is listed as week-to-week with a foot sprain.

Thursday updates will sharpen fantasy projections. Emmanwori’s return could lift Seattle’s defense and linebacking rotation, while White’s health maintains a clearer WR depth chart. TB’s Irving status may push the backfield toward a committee, altering expected rushing volume for Seattle’s Week 5 opponent.

Seattle’s rise to 3-1 has the league taking notice as a stingy defense and a high-IQ offense, led by Sam Darnold and a breakout Jaxon Smith-Njigba, reshape playoff chatter. Week 5 versus Tampa Bay tests their ceiling, while Nick Emmanwori’s potential return could shore up coverage. If Seattle can unlock the ground game, a deep playoff push becomes plausible and the front office gamble on the QB has paid off in a big way.