WHAT DID PETE CARROLL MEAN WHEN HE SAID HE WOULD OPEN UP THE OFFENSE?
Earlier in the week, Carroll was quoted as saying that he would open up the offense under Geno Smith. Wait what, is this another bizarro version of let RussCook? Most likely not. While Carroll would like to see history repeats itself it would be on the defense side of the ball. Translation of Carroll’s comments has more to do with the options available to Smith on each offensive play called.
MORE DEEPER ROUTES
Smith has completed 47 receptions for 392 yards with an average 0f 8.2 yards per caption in the first two games.Here is where it gets interesting. The Seahawk’s opponents have completed 44 receptions for 524 with an average of 11.9 yards per reception. Tyler Lockett leads the receiving corps with 12 receptions for 135 with no TDs and an 11.3 average. DK Metcalf is right behind him with 11 receptions for 71 yards no touchdowns and per catch average of just 6.5. Metcalf’s longest reception this season has been for 11 yards
DO THE SEAHAWKS NOW UNDERSTAND THE RULE BOOK?
Penalties have been a surprising and frustrating issue for Carroll and the DC Clint Hurtt.In the loss to the 49ers, the Seahawks had three drive-extending penalties. The theme for the week on the defensive side of the ball has been accountability. DC Hurtt was brutally honest this week when speaking to the media about the need for accountability and execution from players and coaching staff.
WHERE IS THAT RUNNING GAME?
Carroll has preached the running game opens up the passing game. Well, the Seahawks have run the ball 33 times for 112 yards and no running back has crossed the goal line. Opponents on the hand have run the ball 65 times for 292 yards for an average gain of 4.5 yards and two touchdowns. If that sounds like it’s a defensive issue rather than an offensive issue, the truth is it’s a little bit of both. The Seahawks have to be effective when running the ball. One good running play begets another running play.
HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPETITION
| 2022 REGULAR SEASON | SEAHAWKS | Falcons |
| Record | 2-1 | 0-2 |
| Total Yard Gained | 469 | 677 |
| Total Offense ( NFL Rank) | 234. (31) | 338.5(19) |
| Rush Offense | 56.0 (32) | 145.5(7) |
| Pass offense | 178.5(27) | 193.0 (22) |
| Points Per Game | 12.0 (T29) | 26.5(9) |
| Total Yards Allowed | 806 | 722 |
| Total Defense | 403.0 (240 | 361.0(20) |
| Rush Defense | 146.0 (25) | 108.0(15) |
| Pass Defense | 257.0 (24) | 253.0 (22) |
| Points Allowed/ Game | 21.5 (T15) | 29.0 (T27) |
| Possession Avg. | 24:01 | 31:40 |
| Sacked/Yds.Lost | 4/35 | 3/25 |
| Sacks Made /Yds Lost | 3/10 | 5/35 |
| Interceptions By | 0 | 2 |
| Penalties/Yds | 15/183 | 13/84 |
| Punts/Avg | 7/50.0 | 5/44.8 |
| Turnover Differential | -2(t22) | -1(19) |
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2022 STAT LEADERS
| Seahawks | Falcons | |
| Rushing | Rashaad Penny 75 (18-4.2-0) | Cordarrelle Patterson 161(32-5.0-1) |
| Passing | Geno Smith 392(58-47-2-1 99.1) | Marcus Moriota 411(59-37-2-2-80.5) |
| Receptions | Tyler Lockett 12(135-11.3-0) | Drake London 13(160-12.3-1) |
| Scoring | Three tied | DrakeLondon |
| ( non kicker) | 6 | 8 |
| Sacks | Three tied 1.0 | Grady Jarrett 1.5 |
| Int | n/a | Hayward & Walker 1 |
| Punting | Michael Dickson 50./46.3 net (1 in 20) | Bradley Pinion 44.8/42.6 net (2 In 20) |
| Kicking | Jason Myers 6(1/1 FG, 3/3 PAT) | Young Koo 19(5/7Fg, 4/4 PAT |
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