# Zach Charbonnet's Seahawks Return Possibility

> Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet may return this week after ACL surgery.
- Title: Zach Charbonnet's Seahawks Return Possibility · NBC Sports
- Summary: Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet may return this week after ACL surgery. Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet could make his 2026 debut on Sunday after…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/mike-macdonald-calls-zach-charbonnets-return-this-week-a-possibility
- Published: 2026-10-19T23:35:16.055+00:00
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- Topics: seahawks, zach charbonnet, nfl, acl surgery, running back, 2025 playoffs, 2026 debut, sports
## Zach Charbonnet's return possibility
Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet could make his 2026 debut on Sunday.

> Zach is going to have a full week’s worth of reps
## Macdonald's statement
Mike Macdonald says Zach Charbonnet has a possibility to return this week.

> Zach is going to have a full week’s worth of reps
## ACL injury details
Charbonnet tore his ACL on his fifth carry in the 2025 playoffs.
## Surgery and timeline
Charbonnet underwent surgery on Feb 20, 2026, and has a 21-day return-to-practice window.
## Roster deadline
Seahawks must return Charbonnet to active roster this week to avoid finishing season on PUP.
## Key takeaway

Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet could make his 2026 debut on Sunday after tearing his ACL in the 2025 playoffs.