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Seahawks add a fullback as Robbie Ouzts remains out

Robbie Ouzts remains out indefinitely and the Seahawks have added a new fullback.

First seen Aug 06, 2026 · 9:30 PM UTC

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This is a depth-chart/roster move with minimal standalone fantasy relevance. Ouzts is a rookie blocking specialist (TE/FB hybrid) who was never on the fantasy radar in any format — he has no receiving role or touchdown equity to speak of, so his continued absence doesn't open a real opportunity for a top-of-roster player. The addition of a new fullback simply fills a run-blocking need for Kenneth Walker III's ground game rather than signaling any shift in target share or red-zone usage among skill players. If anything, the marginal effect could slightly boost Walker's efficiency if a competent lead blocker takes over, but this is speculative and not roster-actionable this week.

No action needed for Ouzts in any fantasy format — he's not rosterable Monitor Seahawks backfield blocking changes for marginal upside to Kenneth Walker III, but no immediate lineup change warranted Ignore the new fullback signing for fantasy purposes unless he unexpectedly earns receiving/short-yardage TD work

There is no timeline for Ouzts’ return, so the Seahawks have opted to add a fullback.

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