The Seattle Seahawks have dealt with various injuries across different positions throughout this 2026 season. One of the bigger absences in recent games has been at left tackle, where starter Charles Cross has been sidelined. Cross has a chance to return to the lineup versus the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 10.

Cross practiced on Thursday for the first time in a limited capacity since injuring his ankle versus the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 7. Veteran backup Josh Jones has manned the blindside position ever since. Getting Cross back against a Raiders defensive line that has Maxx Crosby would represent a big-time boost to Brian Fleury's offense.

Cross had only been credited with allowing 15 pressures and two sacks in pass protection throughout his first seven starts. The former Mississippi State standout had been performing at the standard the Seahawks have come to expect of him.

It's worth noting Josh Jones has filled in admirably. Pro Football Focus hasn't credited Jones with allowing a single sack.

But Jones can't totally fill Cross' dominant shoes. The Seahawks have been inconsistent up front, especially when it comes to generating rushing lanes for their ball carries. Cross' return would be a welcome sight.