CHARLOTTE -- Marshawn Lynch is officially active for the Seattle Seahawks, and he will make his long-awaited return Sunday against the Carolina Panthers in an NFC Divisional Playoff Game.
How much Lynch actually plays is a key question.
Lynch has practiced for two weeks, but he hasn't played in a game since Nov. 15. A week later, he underwent abdominal surgery. Since then, the Seattle offense has run through quarterback Russell Wilson.
Chances are, Lynch will share time with Christine Michael, who has handled the workload in his absence.