Seahawks at 6 - 0 at MetLife in the regular season. 7 - 0 if you include the whupping of the Donkeys of course. They love playing there, and they love playing on the road.
I am envisioning a pouty Rogers trying to shout above the roar when he is the huddle, and the swarming D officially sending him into retirement.
I think this is the game the run game really turns the corner. As I wrote the other day, the Seahawks have made a substantial investment in the run game which seemed to sacrifice efficiency. Mike Mac saw Geno drop back 50 times a game early and said this is not sustainable.
Thought this was an awesome video this week with Ray Roberts. The parts that I watched showed: K9 missing the hole causing lost yardage and missing a potential huge play, K9 getting the same call later and hitting the right hole, and a whiff from Laken which was otherwise blocked very well.
That sums up a big part of the run game to me. Close, but one guy messing up messes up the whole play.
I think that changes.
Predictions:
Low volume efficient day for Geno: 17/24 for 199 yards 2 TDs no Ints
K9 over 100 yards on the ground
K9+Charbs over 150 yards on the ground
I see this game as similar to the Atlanta game. I do not buy a let down spot. The markets (Vegas) has this game as a pick em for a reason. But you have multiple guys that have played in New York and the game is in New York which is a big market for anyone which brings out the best energy and focus.
Additionally, I have watched a little too much Jets football this year and Mike Mac should be salivating. Aaron Rodgers looks more like Nathan Peterson to me. He throws the ball short often. The run game lacks creativity. Almost no explosive plays. Stop the run and attack attack attack on D.
I think there is a blowout potential here for the Hawks. I do not see it for the Jets.
For as much that has been made of Geno and his picks, I will be betting him under 0.5 Ints the rest of the year. It is overblown as he doesn't put the ball in harms way at a high rate.
The defenses have been going in complete opposite ditections:
Hawks weeks 1-8: 21st in EPA/play (26th in Rush EPA)
Jets weeks 1-8: 14th in EPA/play (22nd in Rush EPA)
Hawks weeks 9 and on: 7th in EPA/play (3rd in rush EPA)
Jets weeks 9 and on: 28th in EPA/play (21st in rush EPA)
I see the Hawks offense turning the corner after committing to the run 8 weeks ago and the defense continuing to play strong.
If this was a Carroll team, I'd be worried. Causing an unwarranted loss will put you off the team next year under MacD. I suspect Haynes is on the bubble. Bringing in Sataoa tomorrow is the shot across the bow.
We shall certainly see. I describe a cautionary tale that may become a hallmark of a Mike MacDonald team, as we saw with two capable linebackers. Right now, everybody is new. Utah is in a tough league. Connecticut, not so much. Sataoa started 46 games there. Still, I must respect the Scouts. Christian no doubt has a huge upside. MM is sending a wake-up call.
I'll be focused on our new Rookie Guard. I have to believe Sataoa rose into the NFL in large part due to a serious appetite for serious pressure. Tomorrow the entire Jets pass defense runs through him. Through the new kid. He's in for 60 minutes of all-out brawling with the Jet's best, one after another. Cool. Bring it. Born for this. Let's dance, Big Guy.
I just watched an upset for the ages as MICH took down OSU as a more than 3 TD underdog! So yeah, don’t take any game lightly.
In that series the team with the most rush yards has won the last 21 contests. “Run the ball… stop the run!” It is what the Seahawks need to do tomorrow as well. Win the turnover battle.
And Geno needs to be 2nd quarter Geno for the whole game.
Saw post about S Barkley and leading in many categories including explosive runs and my immediate thought was we have an even more explosive RB. Smash mouth dominating defense and high level running game. My favorites. Love to get back to days of Curt Warner cuts, Alexander speed and Lynch pounding. Walker is no Lynch but our best seasons were Warner and Ground Chuck and Shaun A running behind some behemoths.
I read he could give us a practice squad taste of what Kyler Murray brought to the game we had last week. Maybe we'll see him come in as a 3rd running back? We've seen New Orleans doing this and it has happened in Pittsburg with Fields and Wilson recently. Mariota was used similarly. In any case, I like the unpredictability the move brings.
Is there a live game chat anywhere? I need to vent lol.
Seahawks at 6 - 0 at MetLife in the regular season. 7 - 0 if you include the whupping of the Donkeys of course. They love playing there, and they love playing on the road.
I am envisioning a pouty Rogers trying to shout above the roar when he is the huddle, and the swarming D officially sending him into retirement.
Go Hawks!
Has anyone noticed, They’re eating the dawgs.
Go Ducks! 🦆
At least it wasn't 70-21.
They think it’s pay back … but we are just rebuilding after last year 👍🏼
I don't know why. But this game worries me!!!
Seaside Jay, Thanks for sharing !
THE Debut of new starting Right Guard, Sataoa Laumea, is gonna be epic. Just saying.
My hopes are big for the run game!
Lmao. 😊 I am ready to switch to the other SSJ. How much is her subscription on Substack?
You are right Joe protect the football, no costly mistakes in the red zone. Don’t try to cash a check with your ego.
Would like to see a Weatherspoon pick-6 and a Murphy sack that makes Rodgers pull the pin on his career.
May the 12s be with you and Go Seahawks!
Pick(s) would be great.
I also see sacks. I really think Mike Mac is going to tee off tomorrow. 5+ sack type game with a ton of quick short throws that go nowhere.
I'm starting the Hawks as my defense in my main fantasy league. I think they're going to have a good day.
My bet is MM has green-lit our DBs taking risks for interceptions.
Relentless pressure!
Good write up.
I think this is the game the run game really turns the corner. As I wrote the other day, the Seahawks have made a substantial investment in the run game which seemed to sacrifice efficiency. Mike Mac saw Geno drop back 50 times a game early and said this is not sustainable.
Thought this was an awesome video this week with Ray Roberts. The parts that I watched showed: K9 missing the hole causing lost yardage and missing a potential huge play, K9 getting the same call later and hitting the right hole, and a whiff from Laken which was otherwise blocked very well.
https://youtu.be/bF7t6Cj2Qbs?feature=shared
That sums up a big part of the run game to me. Close, but one guy messing up messes up the whole play.
I think that changes.
Predictions:
Low volume efficient day for Geno: 17/24 for 199 yards 2 TDs no Ints
K9 over 100 yards on the ground
K9+Charbs over 150 yards on the ground
I see this game as similar to the Atlanta game. I do not buy a let down spot. The markets (Vegas) has this game as a pick em for a reason. But you have multiple guys that have played in New York and the game is in New York which is a big market for anyone which brings out the best energy and focus.
Additionally, I have watched a little too much Jets football this year and Mike Mac should be salivating. Aaron Rodgers looks more like Nathan Peterson to me. He throws the ball short often. The run game lacks creativity. Almost no explosive plays. Stop the run and attack attack attack on D.
I think there is a blowout potential here for the Hawks. I do not see it for the Jets.
For as much that has been made of Geno and his picks, I will be betting him under 0.5 Ints the rest of the year. It is overblown as he doesn't put the ball in harms way at a high rate.
The defenses have been going in complete opposite ditections:
Hawks weeks 1-8: 21st in EPA/play (26th in Rush EPA)
Jets weeks 1-8: 14th in EPA/play (22nd in Rush EPA)
Hawks weeks 9 and on: 7th in EPA/play (3rd in rush EPA)
Jets weeks 9 and on: 28th in EPA/play (21st in rush EPA)
I see the Hawks offense turning the corner after committing to the run 8 weeks ago and the defense continuing to play strong.
HAWKS 27 - Jets 7
Lets go
Really good Watch on the video, Mike. Listening to former players can't be beat.
If this was a Carroll team, I'd be worried. Causing an unwarranted loss will put you off the team next year under MacD. I suspect Haynes is on the bubble. Bringing in Sataoa tomorrow is the shot across the bow.
I disagree. Christian Haynes is a first-year, third-round draft pick and isn't going anywhere for at least two more years.
We shall certainly see. I describe a cautionary tale that may become a hallmark of a Mike MacDonald team, as we saw with two capable linebackers. Right now, everybody is new. Utah is in a tough league. Connecticut, not so much. Sataoa started 46 games there. Still, I must respect the Scouts. Christian no doubt has a huge upside. MM is sending a wake-up call.
Agreed!
I'll be focused on our new Rookie Guard. I have to believe Sataoa rose into the NFL in large part due to a serious appetite for serious pressure. Tomorrow the entire Jets pass defense runs through him. Through the new kid. He's in for 60 minutes of all-out brawling with the Jet's best, one after another. Cool. Bring it. Born for this. Let's dance, Big Guy.
Maybe I am overly excited … but I am looking forward to his start.
Seeing a 6th round draft pick rise up the ranks to have his head coach say “he’s earned it” has me fired up.
And by fired up I would expect some struggles in pass pro … but I’m excited to watch the run blocking.
I just watched an upset for the ages as MICH took down OSU as a more than 3 TD underdog! So yeah, don’t take any game lightly.
In that series the team with the most rush yards has won the last 21 contests. “Run the ball… stop the run!” It is what the Seahawks need to do tomorrow as well. Win the turnover battle.
And Geno needs to be 2nd quarter Geno for the whole game.
Saw post about S Barkley and leading in many categories including explosive runs and my immediate thought was we have an even more explosive RB. Smash mouth dominating defense and high level running game. My favorites. Love to get back to days of Curt Warner cuts, Alexander speed and Lynch pounding. Walker is no Lynch but our best seasons were Warner and Ground Chuck and Shaun A running behind some behemoths.
Jaren Hall called up from PS. Interesting development.
I read he could give us a practice squad taste of what Kyler Murray brought to the game we had last week. Maybe we'll see him come in as a 3rd running back? We've seen New Orleans doing this and it has happened in Pittsburg with Fields and Wilson recently. Mariota was used similarly. In any case, I like the unpredictability the move brings.