In the interest of not letting Henry get off, I think we should consider taking the ball first if we win the toss. I know it goes against the "extra possession in a row" analysis we did a few weeks back, but if we can get them down a score to start, it becomes much more difficult for Henry to get going.
If I were game planning for the Titans and knew that I'd be missing several starters on defense, playing at home, with nothing to lose, I would come out swinging on defense. I don't anything about their defensive scheme or tendencies, but it would make sense to call plays with a higher-than-normal risk level.
I envision JSN leading the team in receptions and yards in this one with a very un-seahawky yac explosion. Geno will take advantage of the overly aggressive defense and find JSN on hot reads and quick looks throughout the first half. The RBs have a good combined receiving number as well.
Tennessee wants to play Pete ball. Run the ball stop the run and make teams grind down the field. On defense their front seven is very good which is why they are so tough in the red zone. If the Seahawks can maintain gab control on defense and exploit the Tennessee’s injuries on defense to run the ball efficiently this could be the Seahawks first blowout of the year. If the Seahawks do one out of two then it will be another nail biter. If they can’t do either they will loose. If the game was in Seattle I think it would be a blowout in Seattle’s favor. But backups play better at home. I think it will be one out of two with the Seahawks struggling to run the ball and score in the red zone. Still I think they will be able to hit a couple of shot plays and or Walker breakaway runs to score a couple of touchdowns and win 23 to 20.
C’mon folks, these are visions, not predictions. Clement Moore didn’t write “...as visions of crap sandwiches danced in their heads.” It’s Christmas. And I’m hoping Santa brings us a KILLER ground game, a couple of defensive turnovers, and a 20 point margin of victory. Those are my sugarplums.
Metcalf production has a direct correlation to Genos. That's why I was hoping Lock would be starting. If we can't win these last 3 games against losing teams, we don’t belong in the playoffs. Even if we make it, it's a one and out against the 49ers.
BWagz will be a terror this week after a 'modest' performance last week. Maybe DK is sheltering rib and hip issues, but I expect to see him really elevate (as in 'jump') this week. Looks to me like Geno has a better feel for that high range pass than Drew. If a slow start offense repeats 3 and outs, we may see Pete uncharacteristically make adjustments at the half, as Drew's numbers appeared better to me in this regard. In any event, it is time to break some molds and become unpredictable. Our running backs will put on a bruising display with an invigorated offensive line looking to prove they have gelled. Bobo should begin proving his secret weapon status. Future defenses should get unknown things to worry about. We've been running on ho-hum play long enough. Make it look intentional.
Last week was the "Youth will be served" game and Love on D, JSN, K9, and Lock on Offense (along with the youthful OL) led the way.
I think this will be a game where the running game finally takes over with 150 running yards between K9 and Charbs (I have had this vision ALL SEASON so it damn well better come true at some point!) and Geno sticks with P/A, spreads the ball around for another 200 through the air. TDs by K9, Dissly (!), JSN, and DK.
The D comes up with 2 INTS and one is taken to the house. Let's say... LOVE gets the TD.
The Titans D is not going to be starting-NFL-quality with so many starters out. Tannenhil has been a dangerous QB in his career and had things worked out a bit differently might have been a Seahawk had Wilson been drafted ahead of him. But now... he has some erosion is skills especially his legs, and the group around him is not strong.
It used to be that if Henry had a low-yardage game he came back with a monster game the next week. I am sure his heart is willing but all those carries have taken a toll. SSJ's vision of under 70 yards is realistic.
Oh Kenneth, taking the points for the JSN catch in place of 10! Now that’s some kind of miracle.
I’m not sure what the actual stats are, but I feel like the Titans have been a problem for the Hawks for quite some time. This is definitely a danger game.
They should stick with Lock. He’s been as good as Geno, and as I keep saying, he has more upside for potential improvement.
My prediction is that SSJ gets 1 vision fully correct and gets close with a 2nd (but claims the point anyway).
1) I see a lot of that potentially improved. Lucas is back. Bradford seems to be better. Cross back.
2) Haven’t seen DK make a bonehead play in awhile. Geno was awesome against Dallas and corrected the int grounding mistake against Commanders in exact same situation. TBD.
3) Geno got the ball out .4 seconds faster against Dallas. lock got the ball out at same rate. Shame seems to be aware. I think this has been addressed.
I liked this article because of how clear it is that this is a tough game. Short week, flying across the country for an early kick. Playing against a team who is, under Vrabel, extremely tough underdog. Also, a healthy and hungry QB.
Not to be taken likely is exactly right.
But I’m excited. I want to see what our O-line can do and I’m predicting another strong game both on the ground and in pass pro.
Really, the only player I see regressing has been Tyler. While DK and JSN continue to reach their potentials. With Geno back (more aggressive play-calling) I think we get out to an early lead.
I’m going aggressive here, I think this team is past a “trap” game, I’ll go with 30-13 Seahawks. And 17-3 Seahawks at the end of the FH.
Just run against them. Then run more. I have realized that in their great days, the reason they werea q4 team was the offense kept the D off the field and wore the opposing teams defense down. They need to do it again, and go back to the hat they did well with the PC teams in the glory days
When I read the theme I was hoping for a little Miracle Max from Princess Bride...
https://youtu.be/1AemKK4BaSI?feature=shared
Maybe the Titans will suffer "humiliations galore", or our boys will "have fun storming the castle!".
It is a noble cause...I just hope it doesn't take a miracle...
In the interest of not letting Henry get off, I think we should consider taking the ball first if we win the toss. I know it goes against the "extra possession in a row" analysis we did a few weeks back, but if we can get them down a score to start, it becomes much more difficult for Henry to get going.
If I were game planning for the Titans and knew that I'd be missing several starters on defense, playing at home, with nothing to lose, I would come out swinging on defense. I don't anything about their defensive scheme or tendencies, but it would make sense to call plays with a higher-than-normal risk level.
I envision JSN leading the team in receptions and yards in this one with a very un-seahawky yac explosion. Geno will take advantage of the overly aggressive defense and find JSN on hot reads and quick looks throughout the first half. The RBs have a good combined receiving number as well.
Tennessee wants to play Pete ball. Run the ball stop the run and make teams grind down the field. On defense their front seven is very good which is why they are so tough in the red zone. If the Seahawks can maintain gab control on defense and exploit the Tennessee’s injuries on defense to run the ball efficiently this could be the Seahawks first blowout of the year. If the Seahawks do one out of two then it will be another nail biter. If they can’t do either they will loose. If the game was in Seattle I think it would be a blowout in Seattle’s favor. But backups play better at home. I think it will be one out of two with the Seahawks struggling to run the ball and score in the red zone. Still I think they will be able to hit a couple of shot plays and or Walker breakaway runs to score a couple of touchdowns and win 23 to 20.
Can we just have one game where we actually look like we had a plan and executed it throughout two halves? That’s my Christmas wish Santa Claus!
I’m greedy tonight, , 3 touch downs for our receivers 300yds, and a 2 for running backs 120 yds.
C’mon folks, these are visions, not predictions. Clement Moore didn’t write “...as visions of crap sandwiches danced in their heads.” It’s Christmas. And I’m hoping Santa brings us a KILLER ground game, a couple of defensive turnovers, and a 20 point margin of victory. Those are my sugarplums.
a not-thrilling win would be awesome.
A thrilling not-win would really suck. But a win, by any other name, would smell so sweet.
In my wildest imaginings Seattle gets out to an early lead and holds it together in the second half and wins by 14 points.
Walker/Charbonnet lead Seattle to a huge time of possession advantage and Derrick Henry is ineffective.
Geno shows us why he deserves to be the starting QB and puts an end to all the silly talk about Drew Lock. At least until next week.
Metcalf production has a direct correlation to Genos. That's why I was hoping Lock would be starting. If we can't win these last 3 games against losing teams, we don’t belong in the playoffs. Even if we make it, it's a one and out against the 49ers.
BWagz will be a terror this week after a 'modest' performance last week. Maybe DK is sheltering rib and hip issues, but I expect to see him really elevate (as in 'jump') this week. Looks to me like Geno has a better feel for that high range pass than Drew. If a slow start offense repeats 3 and outs, we may see Pete uncharacteristically make adjustments at the half, as Drew's numbers appeared better to me in this regard. In any event, it is time to break some molds and become unpredictable. Our running backs will put on a bruising display with an invigorated offensive line looking to prove they have gelled. Bobo should begin proving his secret weapon status. Future defenses should get unknown things to worry about. We've been running on ho-hum play long enough. Make it look intentional.
My vision is 3 tds on the ground, and 2 through the air.
Got to love Fantasy Island!
Last week was the "Youth will be served" game and Love on D, JSN, K9, and Lock on Offense (along with the youthful OL) led the way.
I think this will be a game where the running game finally takes over with 150 running yards between K9 and Charbs (I have had this vision ALL SEASON so it damn well better come true at some point!) and Geno sticks with P/A, spreads the ball around for another 200 through the air. TDs by K9, Dissly (!), JSN, and DK.
The D comes up with 2 INTS and one is taken to the house. Let's say... LOVE gets the TD.
Seahawks win in a walk, 38-6. Merry Christmas!
I hope this comes true, we haven't really blown anyone out for a while now.
The Titans D is not going to be starting-NFL-quality with so many starters out. Tannenhil has been a dangerous QB in his career and had things worked out a bit differently might have been a Seahawk had Wilson been drafted ahead of him. But now... he has some erosion is skills especially his legs, and the group around him is not strong.
It used to be that if Henry had a low-yardage game he came back with a monster game the next week. I am sure his heart is willing but all those carries have taken a toll. SSJ's vision of under 70 yards is realistic.
Oh Kenneth, taking the points for the JSN catch in place of 10! Now that’s some kind of miracle.
I’m not sure what the actual stats are, but I feel like the Titans have been a problem for the Hawks for quite some time. This is definitely a danger game.
They should stick with Lock. He’s been as good as Geno, and as I keep saying, he has more upside for potential improvement.
My prediction is that SSJ gets 1 vision fully correct and gets close with a 2nd (but claims the point anyway).
"Now that’s some kind of miracle."
It was only a miracle the first time that decimal point slipped over there all by itself.
I do worry about Ken pinching a nerve in his back, reaching around to pat it like that.
Things holding back the offense this year:
1) offensive line
2) bone head plays (DK/Geno)
3) holding the ball too long
4) dropped passes
1) I see a lot of that potentially improved. Lucas is back. Bradford seems to be better. Cross back.
2) Haven’t seen DK make a bonehead play in awhile. Geno was awesome against Dallas and corrected the int grounding mistake against Commanders in exact same situation. TBD.
3) Geno got the ball out .4 seconds faster against Dallas. lock got the ball out at same rate. Shame seems to be aware. I think this has been addressed.
4) DK and JSN have been awesome lately.
You forgot stupid penalties. How hard is it to remember the snap count?
*I meant to say things holding back the offense that may have changed or improved
I don’t know if stupid penalties will change. Bug I think DK may have turned the page
I liked this article because of how clear it is that this is a tough game. Short week, flying across the country for an early kick. Playing against a team who is, under Vrabel, extremely tough underdog. Also, a healthy and hungry QB.
Not to be taken likely is exactly right.
But I’m excited. I want to see what our O-line can do and I’m predicting another strong game both on the ground and in pass pro.
Really, the only player I see regressing has been Tyler. While DK and JSN continue to reach their potentials. With Geno back (more aggressive play-calling) I think we get out to an early lead.
I’m going aggressive here, I think this team is past a “trap” game, I’ll go with 30-13 Seahawks. And 17-3 Seahawks at the end of the FH.
Go hawks,
Dang ... doesn’t sound like Spoon is playing. Also Love is still waiting on birth of kid and is TBD to play or not. That’s tough.
That baby doesn't need him NEARLY as bad as the Seahawks!
His priorities are spot on, though.
His wife probably has an opinion on the matter. Out of curiosity I googled her. Julian Love is married to Julia. How frickin' adorable is that?!?
My parents went by "Eugene" and "Georgine". I grew up thinking that spouses were required to have names that went together.
Just run against them. Then run more. I have realized that in their great days, the reason they werea q4 team was the offense kept the D off the field and wore the opposing teams defense down. They need to do it again, and go back to the hat they did well with the PC teams in the glory days