Seahawks Shake up Roster With New Additions and Activations

WHO:

Heavy NFL - Jaxon Smith-Njigba has been named a captain for the Seahawks' game against the Denver Broncos.

seahawks.com - Irv Charles was acquired in an offseason trade with the Jets.

seahawks.com - Seahawks general manager John Schneider described Irv Charles as "a dominant gunner."

seahawks.com - Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald, quarterback Sam Darnold, receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba.

Heavy NFL - The Seattle Seahawks, running back Velus Jones Jr., wide receiver Irv Charles, Seahawks general manager John Schneider.

WHAT:

Heavy NFL - The Seahawks have signed running back Velus Jones Jr. back to the 53-man roster after releasing him just one day prior.

seahawks.com - The Seahawks released wide receiver Irv Charles to make room for Velus Jones Jr. on the 53-man roster.

seahawks.com - Irv Charles recorded 14 special teams tackles and one blocked punt over two seasons with the Jets.

seahawks.com - Jaxon Smith-Njigba has at least 100 yards and a touchdown in four of his first five games, a feat previously achieved by Hall of Famers Elroy Hirsch, Jerry Rice, and Randy Moss.

seahawks.com - Jaxon Smith-Njigba has recorded 583 yards and seven touchdowns on 37 catches, both league highs, through five games.

seahawks.com - The Seahawks have forced an NFL-leading 11 turnovers through five games, with two of those coming on special teams.

Heavy NFL - The Seattle Seahawks signed running back Velus Jones Jr. back to the 53-man roster after releasing him.

seahawks.com - The Seahawks activated wide receiver Irv Charles from injured reserve.

seahawks.com - Velus Jones Jr. has appeared in four of five games this season, primarily on special teams.

seahawks.com - Irv Charles is expected to make his Seahawks debut in the upcoming game against the Denver Broncos.

WHERE:

Heavy NFL - The Seattle Seahawks are based in Seattle, Washington.

seahawks.com - The Seahawks are set to play against the Denver Broncos.

WHEN:

seahawks.com - The Seahawks' game against the Denver Broncos is scheduled for Thursday night.

seahawks.com - The Seahawks will wear their throwback uniforms in back-to-back weeks starting in Week 6 at the Broncos.

seahawks.com - The Seahawks' game against the Denver Broncos is scheduled for Thursday night.

WHY:

seahawks.com - The Seahawks released Velus Jones Jr. to make room on the roster for Irv Charles, who was activated from injured reserve.

seahawks.com - Coach Mike Macdonald emphasized the need for a "sense of urgency" regarding ball security after the Seahawks committed seven turnovers in their two losses this season.

seahawks.com - Velus Jones Jr. was released to make room on the roster for Irv Charles, who was activated from injured reserve.

seahawks.com - John Schneider described Irv Charles as a "dominant gunner" and emphasized the importance of his role on special teams.

HOW:

seahawks.com - Velus Jones Jr. was signed back to the practice squad immediately after his release because he is a vested veteran and does not need to clear waivers.

seahawks.com - Sam Darnold and offensive coordinator Brian Fleury changed the playbook ahead of the game against the Denver Broncos.

seahawks.com - Coach Mike Macdonald noted that the Seahawks have a 15-0 record when they win the turnover battle under his leadership.

seahawks.com - Velus Jones Jr. was signed back to the practice squad immediately after his release because he is a vested veteran and does not need to clear waivers.

In a significant move, Jaxon Smith-Njigba has been named a captain for the Seahawks' upcoming game against the Denver Broncos, which is set for Thursday night. The Seahawks have also signed running back Velus Jones Jr. back to their 53-man roster after releasing him just one day prior to make room for wide receiver Irv Charles. Jones was immediately signed back to the practice squad after his release, as he is a vested veteran and does not need to clear waivers.