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Fantasy Player Profile Uchenna Nwosu

  • Uchenna Nwosu
  • LB #10
  • Uchenna
    Nwosu
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  • Manager: FA
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  • Expects to be ready for camp

    Nwosu (pectoral) indicated Wednesday that he "absolutely" expects to be ready for the start of training camp, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Nwosu is coming off a season-ending torn pectoral that he suffered this past October, but the edge rusher appears to be progressing well -- barring any setbacks, the 27-year-old is poised to reclaim his key role in the Seahawks defense this coming season. Prior to his injury, Nwosu -- who racked up a career high 9.5 sacks in 2022 -- recorded 16 tackles and 2.0 sacks in six regular-season games last year.

    Published: Wed, Apr 10 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On track for Week 1

    Nwosu (pectoral) is expected to be ready for the start of the regular season, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Nwosu missed all but the first six games of the 2023 campaign due to a torn pectoral, and while it's unclear whether he'll be ready for the start of training camp, there seem to be no concerns about his Week 1 availability. When healthy, Nwosu's presence should provide Seattle's pass rush with a boost it sorely missed last year, as the 27-year-old recorded 9.5 sacks over 17 games in 2022.

    Published: Tue, Mar 26 at 10:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Heads to IR

    Nwosa (pectoral) was placed on injured reserve Thursday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: The 26-year-old edge rusher out of USC suffered a pectoral injury during Seattle's Week 7 win over the Cardinals, and the fact he's set to undergo season-ending surgery led to the IR designation. Nwosu has started all 23 games he's appeared in for the Seahawks over the last two years, recording 82 total tackles, including 16 tackles for loss, with 11.5 sacks part of that latter figure.

    Published: Thu, Oct 26 at 11:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to undergo surgery

    Head coach Pete Carroll announced that Nwosu (pectoral) is officially set to undergo season-ending surgery, Michael-Shawn Duggar of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Nwosu suffered the injury during last week's win against the Cardinals and is now confirmed to be undergoing surgery that will keep out for the remainder of the season. The Seahawks are now expected to sign free agent Frank Clark, who alongside Derick Hall, should fill in at linebacker for Nwosu.

    Published: Wed, Oct 25 at 4:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Requires season-ending surgery

    Nwosu is expected to undergo season-ending surgery on his injured pectoral, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Nwosu injured his pectoral during Seattle's win against the Cardinals on Sunday and is now expected to miss the remainder of the season. The 2018 second-round pick has logged 16 tackles (12 solo), including two sacks, in six games. Derick Hall should now replace him at linebacker.

    Published: Mon, Oct 23 at 4:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to miss Week 8

    Coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Nwosu is likely to miss at least one game with a pectoral strain, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: After sustaining a strained pectoral in Sunday's game versus Arizona, Nwosu seems to be trending towards sitting out his first game of the season in Week 8. Seattle's injury reports during the week will give a clearer indication of his availability.

    Published: Mon, Oct 23 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with pec strain

    Nwosu suffered a pectoral strain in Sunday's 20-10 win over the Cardinals, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

    Analysis: Nwosu exited the victory in the second half and failed to return to the contest. The severity of the linebacker's injury will likely be updated in the coming days.

    Published: Sun, Oct 22 at 4:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to return

    Nwosu is considered questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Cardinals due to a pectoral injury.

    Analysis: Nwosu tallied two tackles (one solo) and one QB hit before exiting the game. It remains to be seen if he can return. Derick Hall and Darrell Taylor would be candidates to replace him on the edge if he cannot.

    Published: Sun, Oct 22 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Six tackles, two sacks in win

    Nwosu recorded six tackles (four solo), including two sacks, while also forcing a fumble in Monday's 24-3 win over the Giants.

    Analysis: Nwosu registered a season-high six takedowns while also getting to the quarterback for his first two sacks of the year. Seattle had a field day overall, compiling 11 sacks as a team, and if they can keep getting consistent pressure moving forward, Nwosu will continue to be a beneficiary.

    Published: Tue, Oct 3 at 5:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands three-year extension

    The Seahawks signed Nwosu to a three-year extension Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The extension keeps Nwosu in Seattle through the 2026 season and is worth up to $59 million with $32 million guaranteed. Signed to a two-year, $19.055 million deal ahead of the 2022 campaign, Nwosu had a career year in Seattle last season, registering 9.5 sacks, 12 TFLs, 26 quarterback hits, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. The 26-year-old will again key Seattle's pass rush off the edge.

    Published: Mon, Jul 24 at 5:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Enjoys breakout season in Seattle

    Nwosu posted 67 tackles (42 solo), 9.5 sacks, four pass breakups, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries across 17 regular-season games in 2022.

    Analysis: Nwosu totaled 9.5 sacks over the previous two seasons with the Chargers, but he broke out in Seattle's system while averaging a career-high 51 defensive snaps per game. The 2018 second-round pick just turned 26 years old, so he may not have hit his peak yet. Nwosu has only one year left on his contract in Seattle, so he'll be a candidate for an extension this offseason.

    Published: Fri, Jan 20 at 6:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches third two-sack game

    Nwosu posted four solo tackles, two sacks and a forced fumble in Sunday's 27-23 win over the Rams.

    Analysis: Nwosu recorded his third two-sack performance in five weeks, and he has extended his career high to nine sacks in his first season with the Seahawks. His previous career high is five sacks, so this is a significant breakout for his fifth NFL season. At just 25 years old, Nwosu certainly has room to grow, but this has been an excellent season for IDP purposes.

    Published: Tue, Dec 6 at 5:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back-to-back two-sack games

    Nwosu recorded four tackles (three solo), including two sacks, during Sunday's 31-21 win over the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Sunday's contest versus Arizona accounted for the second consecutive game where Nwosu amassed two sacks, as he did so in Week 8 against the Giants. The 25-year-old is now up to an impressive 40 tackles, seven sacks, three passes defensed, two forced fumbles and one fumble recovery through Seattle's first nine games this season, and he'll look to keep his effective 2022 campaign rolling into Sunday's matchup against the Buccaneers in Germany.

    Published: Tue, Nov 8 at 5:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches two sacks

    Nwosu recorded six tackles (five solo) and two sacks in Sunday's 27-13 win over the Giants.

    Analysis: Nwosu has tied his career high through just eight games, as he has posted five sacks thus far. The fifth-year linebacker is proving he's a dependable pass-rushing asset. However, he has averaged 4.5 tackles per game, so he doesn't provide high fantasy value unless he gets to the quarterback.

    Published: Mon, Oct 31 at 7:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs full practice Thursday

    Nwosu (shoulder) was listed as a full participant on the Seahawks' injury report Thursday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Nwosu appeared to suffer a shoulder injury during Sunday's loss to San Francisco. The linebacker logged four tackles and one pass defended while he saw fewer snaps than in Week 1 potentially due to the issue. With Nwosu back at practice fully, it's likely his snap count will see an uptick Sunday against the Falcons.

    Published: Thu, Sep 22 at 4:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Picks up injury

    Nwosu (shoulder) was listed as a limited participant on the Seahawks' injury report Wednesday, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Nwosu is dealing with an unspecified shoulder injury following Sunday's 27-7 loss to the 49ers, in which he tallied four tackles and one pass defended. The 25-year-old did play a smaller percentage of his team's defensive snaps (71 percent) in Week 2 compared to Seattle's season opener (89 percent), though it's unclear if this was due to any physical limitations related to his shoulder. Nwosu signed a two-year, $20 million deal as a free agent with the Seahawks this offseason, and he figures to…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 21 at 7:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Excellent debut

    Nwosu recorded seven tackles (three solo), a sack, a pass breakup and a forced fumble in Monday's 17-16 win against the Broncos.

    Analysis: Nwosu played 59 of 66 defensive snaps (89 percent). He and Darrell Taylor (54 snaps) are the top edge rushers, but Nwosu had the more impressive stat line as Taylor failed to post a stop. Nwosu should have some IDP appeal moving forward, but it's worth noting his career highs are 40 tackles and five sacks.

    Published: Tue, Sep 13 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Two stops in loss

    Nwosu posted two solo tackles -- one for a loss -- in Thursday's 27-11 preseason loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: Nwosu arrived in Seattle after posting 9.5 sacks and 13.0 tackles for loss over the last two seasons with the Seahawks. He signed a two-year, $20 million contract, so he should have a secure role on the edge in 2022. The Seahawks have a solid set of edge rushers with Nwosu, Darrell Taylor and rookie second-round pick Boye Mafe, and they'll be key to assisting the team's young secondary.

    Published: Sat, Aug 20 at 12:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands two-year deal

    Nwosu agreed Wednesday with the Seahawks on a two-year, $20 million contract, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Nwosu appeared in all 17 games for the Chargers in 2021, recording 40 tackles (24 solo), five sacks, an interception, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery. The 25-year-old should have a chance to carve out a significant role in Seattle's defense in 2022.

    Published: Wed, Mar 16 at 11:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Caps off excellent season

    Nwosu finished his breakout 2021 campaign with 40 tackles (24 solo), five sacks, four passes defended, two forced fumbles and one interception.

    Analysis: It took until Year 4 for the 2018 second-round pick to finally emerge as a full-time starter, and while Nwosu didn't put up gaudy numbers opposite Joey Bosa, the USC product was clearly a difference maker defensively. The 25-year-old will become an unrestricted free agent this offseason, but given the obvious favor of head coach Brandon Staley and the Chargers' second-most cap space, expect to see the pass-rushing linebacker get a significant extension at some point this offseason.

    Published: Tue, Jan 18 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Two sacks in win

    Nwosu tallied two tackles (two solo) along with two sacks and a forced fumble in the 41-22 win over the Bengals on Sunday.

    Analysis: Nwosu recorded two of the Chargers six total sacks, increasing his season sack total to four. In addition, the young linebacker also forced and then recovered a fumble early in the first quarter, setting the tone for the remainder of the game. After recording his second forced fumble of the season, the 24-year-old gets an easier matchup against the Giants next Sunday.

    Published: Tue, Dec 7 at 10:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Goes to injured reserve

    Nwosu (knee) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.

    Analysis: The 23-year-old Nwosu suited up 13 times for the Chargers in 2020, establishing new career highs in tackles (33), QB hits (11), sacks (4.5) and pass deflections (two) during his third pro campaign out of USC. He had already been confirmed out for Week 16. Now, Nwosu's season comes to an end given his IR designation, combined with the fact that Los Angeles has been eliminated from playoff contention.

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 11:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sidelined for Week 16

    Nwosu (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Broncos.

    Analysis: Nwosu was absent from the practice field all week, and he'll miss his second game of the season as a result. Through 13 games, Nwosu has recorded career highs in tackles (33) and sacks (4.5). Isaac Rochell is expected to start at defensive end in Nwosu's place Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Dec 25 at 6:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returning Week 13

    Nwosu (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game against the Patriots.

    Analysis: The 23-year-old was expected to be sidelined three weeks after suffering the AC join sprain Nov. 22, but he'll be back on the field after missing only one game. Nwosu has only three tackles while playing a minor defensive role in his previous three games.

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 12:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play against Bills

    Nwosu (shoulder) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Bills.

    Analysis: Nwosu was considered an IR candidate after being handed a three-week recovery after injuring his AC joint in Week 11. However, he has avoided IR for now and may have a chance to beat the initial timeline as a result. His absence hurts the Chargers' defensive line, though, as Melvin Ingram (knee) was placed on IR on Friday. Isaac Rochell is expected to start opposite Joey Bosa until Nwosu returns.

    Published: Fri, Nov 27 at 3:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Should miss three weeks

    Nwosu sprained the AC joint in his shoulder during Sunday's win over the Jets and is expected to miss about three weeks, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: If that timeline is confirmed, the Chargers likely will place Nwosu on injured reserve to clear up a roster spot. The third-year defensive end is dependable depth behind starters Joey Bosa and Melvin Ingram. Isaac Rochell may absorb that role until Nwosu can return.

    Published: Mon, Nov 23 at 11:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Done for the day

    Nwosu (shoulder) will not return to Sunday's contest against the Jets.

    Analysis: With Nwosu having been downgraded to out, Isaac Rochell will handle the majority of rotational snaps behind Melvin Ingram and Joey Bosa.

    Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 3:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures shoulder

    Nwosu (shoulder) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Jets.

    Analysis: Nwosu has only handled a rotational role on defense since Jacksonville's Week 6 bye. If he's unable to return Sunday, Isaac Rochell stands to see an uptick in snaps.

    Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 3:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to rock

    Nwosu (undisclosed) was absent from Wednesday's injury report.

    Analysis: Nwosu suffered an undisclosed injury during Week 5's loss to the Saints, but it appears the USC product took advantage of the extra week of rest. Nwosu has racked up 15 tackles (nine solo), two sacks and two pass break ups through five games this season, so he'll likely assume his usual starting role at defensive end for Sunday's game against Jacksonville.

    Published: Wed, Oct 21 at 5:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaves late with injury

    Nwosu picked up four tackles (three solo), one sack and two quarterback hits in the 30-27 overtime loss to the Saints. He left early in the fourth quarter with an undisclosed injury and did not return.

    Analysis: It's unclear how serious the injury was considering the Saints had just two more offensive possessions the rest of the game, neither of which Nwosu was available to play. The third-year linebacker had been filling in as an edge rusher with Joey Bosa limited throughout Monday and Melvin Ingram (knee) currently on IR. The Chargers have a bye entering Week 6, which might allow for a host of injured players, including Nwosu, to make a return for Week 7.

    Published: Tue, Oct 13 at 8:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Disappointing second season

    Nwosu piled together 31 tackles (23 solo), two sacks and a forced fumble throughout the 2019 season.

    Analysis: The time is ticking on Nwosu becoming a valuable member of a burgeoning Chargers defense. The 2018 second-round pick saw his snap total increase by a marginal amount this year, but a paltry two sacks despite the increase in playing time is a bit of a worry. There isn't a lot that stands in the way of Nwosu once again securing a starting outside linebacker role in 2020, but he'll need to be significantly more productive in order to garner a long-term contract.

    Published: Sat, Feb 1 at 7:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to face Vikings

    Nwosu (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Vikings.

    Analysis: Nwosu will avoid missing the first game of his career after being limited in practice all week. The 22-year-old has recorded 30 tackles and two sacks this season in a situational role.

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 12:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Deemed questionable

    Nwosu (anke) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Vikings.

    Analysis: Nwosu was able to put in limited practices each day this week. Kazir White and Jatavis Brown could see extra snaps if the 22-year-old sits out.

    Published: Fri, Dec 13 at 4:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies sack in loss

    Nwosu notched two tackles (one solo) and one sack during Thursday's 26-24 loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: Nwosu made his second sack of the season during Thursday's divisional loss. He played his usual rotational role (24 percent of snaps on defense) in the Chargers' linebacker corps, taking a back seat to Drue Tranquill, Thomas Davis and Kyzir White. The 22-year-old has a tough matchup against the Chiefs coming up Week 11.

    Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 7:10am by Rotowire.com
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