Seahawks Rookie Bud Clark Out for Multiple Months
Seahawks rookie safety Bud Clark broke his right ankle in a preseason game and will miss multiple months, according to head coach Mike Macdonald.
The update
Seattle Seahawks rookie safety Bud Clark suffered a broken right ankle during Sunday night’s preseason game against the Tennessee Titans. Clark, a second-round draft pick, was carted off the field after the injury occurred on the first defensive snap. Head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed after the game that Clark will be out for multiple months. The team also announced that second-year offensive lineman Mason Richman has a major, long-term injury.
Why it matters
Clark was expected to compete for a starting safety role this season. His absence creates a significant hole in the secondary, especially as the team navigates other injury concerns. The Seahawks have already lost wide receiver Jake Bobo to a season-ending injury, and safety Nick Emmanwori’s status remains uncertain as he recovers from ankle surgery.
What to watch
Seattle will need to quickly adjust its defensive depth chart. The team may look to promote from within or explore trade options to fill the void left by Clark. Fans should monitor the status of Emmanwori and the performance of backup safeties during the remainder of the preseason.
Sources
- Seahawks Wire — confirmation of the injury and postgame comments
- espn.com — details on the injury, recovery timeline, and team context