Seattle Seahawks Dud and Stud of Game 10 – Arizona
This is a tough game to find many duds. I probably would have put Damian Lewis on the list for his several penalties. Then I remembered he’s learning a new position on the fly, and the Seahawks didn’t have anyone better to fill the position. I have no doubt Lewis will improve with more time.
Second dishonorable mention – Jason Myers
Just like the last time he was on this list, Myers missed an extra point. That’s what he’s paid to do. 12s are grateful for his mastery of field goals this year. One of these days, missed XP’s are going to be the Seattle Seahawks undoing.
First dishonorable mention – Late Injuries
Coming into the game, the Seahawks were a very beat up team. It was so bad, that Seattle played the game without their starting center and both starting cornerbacks. For most of the game, it looked like they would get away without further damage. Then the fourth quarter happened.
Within ten minutes, the Seahawks lost tight end Greg Olsen, right tackle Brandon Shell, and running back Bo Scarborough. According to head coach Pete Carroll, Olsen suffered a torn plantar fascia in his left foot. The future Hall of Famer may be done for the year.
Shell’s injury wasn’t as bad as it looked when he left the game midway through the fourth quarter. He was diagnosed with a sprained ankle. With an 11 day break between games, Shell may not miss any time.
A few minutes later, Scarborough fell awkwardly and had to leave the game. He was seen with his leg wrapped, but Carroll gave no update. Even if the big running back is hurt, it won’t affect the Seahawks too much. Chris Carson should be back next week.
Dud of the Week – Quandre Diggs
Stupid. That’s the only way to describe it. Arizona received the ball to open the second half, trailing 16-14. The cards were called for their third false start of the game, leaving them with a third-and-11 at their 18-yard line. Murray threw a pass well behind DeAndre Hopkins, meaning the Cards were three and out. Not so fast.
After the ball went past Hopkins, Quandre Diggs laid a big hit on Arizona’s All-Pro receiver. Aside from the fact his hit was completely unnecessary, it also came very late. Diggs was flagged for a personal foul on the play.
Arizona picked up 15 yards and a new set of downs. They made the most of their second chance by driving downfield for a go-ahead touchdown. That penalty could have been a big game-changer.
I refuse to allow this to be my final moment. I will find a way to finish on my feet! Thanks for the ❤️ #amorfati pic.twitter.com/mMiAU1jHmU
— Greg Olsen (@gregolsen88) November 21, 2020