Helfet (knee) is active Sunday against the Rams.

Despite the active status, Helfet is third on the tight end depth chart, which doesn't lend itself to big fantasy performances.

Helfet (knee) is listed as probable for Sunday's regular-season opener against the Rams, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio KJR reports.

Helfet dealt with a cracked rib and a knee injury during the preseason, but he should be fine for Week 1. He'll merely serve as the No. 3 tight end, working behind Jimmy Graham and Luke Willson.

Helfet missed Saturday's practice due to a cracked rib, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio KJR reports.

With Jimmy Graham in the fold, the existing tight ends in Seattle, Helfet included, were slated for a vast reduction in usage. Helfet's current injury concern doesn't help his cause in the slightest, and such an ailment could result in a lengthy stay on the sideline.

Helfet is inactive for Sunday's NFC Championship game against the Packers.

With Helfet not suiting up, Seattle's tight end corps on Sunday is in line to be headed by Luke Willson and Tony Moeaki.

Helfet (ribs) is active for Saturday's game against Carolina.

Helfet practiced fully all week, so his return to the field was never in question. Luke Willson will still likely play the lead role at tight end, though.

Helfet (ribs) is listed as probable for Saturday's playoff game against the Panthers, the Seahawks' official site reports.

Helfet missed the Seahawks' regular-season finale with his rib injury, but the tight end is ready to go this weekend, according to coach Pete Carroll. Meanwhile, fellow TE Tony Moeaki is listed as questionable and slots in as a game-time decision for Saturday's contest.

Helfet (ribs) is listed as inactive Sunday versus the Rams, John Boyle of the Everett Herald reports.

Helfet mustered only one limited showing in practice this week, so his absence isn't much of a surprise. He'll finish his first NFL campaign with 12 catches (on 24 targets) for 185 yards and two touchdowns.

Helfet (ribs) is questionable for Sunday's game against St. Louis.

Helfet logged just one limited practice this week, so he's quite questionable for Sunday. The Seahawks might primarily lean on Luke Willson and Tony Moeaki at tight end.

Helfet (ribs) didn't participate in practice Wednesday, Bob Condotta of the Seattle Times reports.

Sunday's victory at Arizona doubled as Helfet's first appearance since Week 12, but he was completely overshadowed by fellow tight end Luke Willson (three catches for 139 yards and two touchdowns). Even if he achieves active status Sunday against the Rams, Helfet will likely have difficulty finding success in the Seahawks' run-heavy scheme.

Helfet (ankle) is listed as active for Sunday's contest against Arizona.

Helfet last made an appearance in Week 12, when one of his two receptionsagainst the Cardinalsresulted in a touchdown. No matter, it's difficult to rely upon history repeating itself, as he's been targeted just 20 times in nine games this season.

Helfet (ankle) is probable for Sunday's game against Arizona.

Helfet will be on the field if you need him, but it's hard to be excited about his fantasy prospects as he splits targets with Luke Willson.

Helfet (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the 49ers.

Out for a third consecutive contest, Helfet will once again yield tight end reps to Luke Willson and Tony Moeaki.

Helfet (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Eagles.

With Helfet out, Luke Wilson and Tony Moeaki should see their involvement increase. Helfet's next chance to play will come Dec. 14 against the 49ers.

Helfet (ankle) is doubtful for Sunday's game against Philadelphia.

With Helfet likely out, it should equal a couple more targets for Luke Willson and Tony Moeaki, but the situation might not be easy to capitalize on in fantasy.

Helfet (ankle), who didn't practice Wednesday, remains "day-to-day" in advance of Sunday's matchup in Philadelphia, Liz Mathews of 710 ESPN Seattle reports.

Until he takes the practice field, Helfet seems unlikely to break into a healthy tight end unit. During his stay in the sideline, Luke Willson and Tony Moeaki will handle the TE responsibilities.

Helfet (ankle) will not travel with the Seahawks for Thursday's game against the 49ers, the Seattle Times reports.

With Helfet out, Luke Willson and Tony Moeaki will handle the Seahawks' tight end duties Thursday, though either of the two would represent speculative fantasy plays in Week 13.

Helfet (ankle) was listed as a non-participant at Tuesday's practice, the Seattle Times reports.

Helfet, who turned his ankle while making a catch this past Sunday, will probably need to practice in some capacity Wednesday in order to suit up Thursday against the 49ers. With 10 catches for 176 yards and two TDs (one of which occurred in Week 12) in nine games though, he's only an option in deeper formats.

Helfet turned his ankle while making a catch Sunday against the Cardinals, John Boyle of the Everett Herald reports.

Helfet finished Sunday's game with two catches for 27 yards and it appears as though his practice time next week could be impacted by his ankle issue.

Helfet (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

Both Helfet and Luke Willson are active, and Sunday will also mark the Seattle debut of tight end Tony Moeaki, who head coach Pete Carroll said will be a significant piece of the gameplan. It's a crowded tight end depth chart, so don't expect big things from Helfet. Outside of a 61-yard, one-touchdown effort last month against the Rams, he has not made much of a statistical impact.

Helfet (knee) is probable for Sunday's game against Kansas City.

Helfet practiced all week, so his knee is fine. He and Luke Willson will likely lead a scarcely-used tight end rotation Sunday.