As Week 6 of the 2026 NFL season kicks off, the Seattle Seahawks prepare to face the Denver Broncos in a crucial Thursday night matchup. Both teams report minimal injuries, with Talanoa Hufanga and Patrick Surtain II ruled out for the Broncos, while the Seahawks will be without Zach Charbonnet, Chazz Surratt, and Drake Thomas.

In a season plagued by injuries, particularly among quarterbacks, several key players could make their returns this week:

• Lamar Jackson (Ravens) aims to return from an ankle injury.
• Caleb Williams (former No. 1 pick) is expected back after missing three games with a hamstring injury.
• Saquon Barkley (Eagles) could also return to bolster a struggling offense.

Injury Reports:

Seahawks vs. Broncos

• Seahawks: OUT - Zach Charbonnet (knee), Chazz Surratt (calf), Drake Thomas (ankle)
• Broncos: OUT - Talanoa Hufanga (ankle), Patrick Surtain II (ankle); QUESTIONABLE - Riley Moss (ribs)

Texans vs. Jaguars

• Texans: Key players like David Montgomery (groin) and Jalen Pitre (shoulder) did not participate.
• Jaguars: Montaric Brown (hamstring) and Ross Matiscik (shoulder) also did not participate.

Jets vs. Patriots

• Jets: Breece Hall (quad) and Adane Mitchell (finger) out.
• Patriots: Carlton Davis III (neck) and Karon Prunty (hamstring) out.

The injury landscape continues to evolve, impacting team strategies as they head into this critical week.