Mike Macdonald Shares Encouraging Update on Seahawks WR Tory Horton
Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald offered a positive update on wide receiver Tory Horton, who has been sidelined since Week 9 of the 2025 season with a shin injury.
Before the injury cut his rookie campaign short, the former fifth-round draft pick had emerged as one of Seattle’s most promising young contributors. In nine games, Horton recorded 13 receptions for 161 yards and five touchdowns while also returning a punt for a score in Week 3, showcasing his value on special teams.
Speaking after the Seahawks’ first OTA session on May 26, Macdonald said Horton could potentially return to some on-field work before the end of spring practices.
“There’s a chance he could participate in some things later this spring,” Macdonald said. “We’ll see how it goes.”
The update marks encouraging progress for Horton, who has spent months rehabbing after the injury halted what looked like a breakout rookie season. A return during spring activities would increase optimism that he’ll be fully ready when the 2026 campaign begins.
Macdonald praised Horton’s dedication throughout the recovery process, noting that recent medical feedback has helped speed up his rehab timeline.
“Tory’s made tremendous progress,” Macdonald said. “We received some information that’s really helped accelerate his recovery, which is great news. He’s earned it because he’s worked incredibly hard. Sometimes you don’t really know the timeline until things start improving, and he’s stayed committed the whole way.”
Seattle’s wide receiver room is loaded heading into 2026, featuring Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Rashid Shaheed, Cooper Kupp, Jake Bobo, and Horton among others. Horton now faces even tougher competition for snaps after the Seahawks added Shaheed, who was not on the roster during Horton’s rookie season.
Still, the Seahawks view their depth at receiver as a major strength, especially for quarterback Sam Darnold. One of the key storylines entering the season will be whether Seattle’s offensive production becomes more evenly distributed among its many playmakers or continues to center heavily around Smith-Njigba.
Despite the crowded depth chart, Horton remains a player with significant upside. The Seahawks likely envision him playing a larger long-term role, particularly as veteran Cooper Kupp nears the later stages of his career.
Training camp could ultimately determine how quickly Horton factors back into the offense this season. If his recovery continues progressing well, the upcoming spring sessions may offer the first glimpse at an expanded role in 2026.
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