Quarterback Russell Wilson played a great season last season and could rely on his top receivers DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett. The Hawks finished the NFC with 11: 5 in 5th place, just behind 4th place.
In the Divisional Round, however, the end against Green Bay followed. After the offense in the previous year was no longer as extremely heavy-going as it was in 2018 and was able to play off the qualities of QB Wilson even better, the defense was reinforced before this season.
With the two newcomers, cornerback Quinton Dunbar and Safety Jamal Adams, Seattle could well have the best secondary in the NFL. After the departure of Jadeveon Clowney, the Pass Rush threatens to be a weak point.
At the start of the new season there was a 38:25 against the Falcons. Head Coach Pete Carroll and Offensive Coordinator Brian Schottenheimer, who were actually considered great friends of the running game, let their QB pass as requested by the fans (“Let Russ cook”).
The Hawks also showed a good play action passing game. On the second day of the match, the 35:30 home win against the Patriots followed. Wilson excelled here with 5 touchdowns.
The Wilson’s next gala then followed against the Cowboys. Here the QB put 315 yards and 5 touchdowns on the floor. His target was Tyler Lockett for 9 receptions and 3 touchdowns.
The dream start was then continued in Week 4 with a 31:21 against the Dolphins. But here it got exciting again with only two touchdowns and an interception from Wilson.
In defense, only Jamal Adams stands out so far. As expected, pass rush hardly takes place. In addition, newcomer Quinton Dunbar was last sorely missed due to an injury.
