Seattle Seahawks vs. NY Giants – 6 Takeaways from 17-12 loss
Offensive Line
The Seattle Seahawks offensive line has been bad this season. Sunday was no different. Wilson was sacked five times for 47 yards. The O-line also gave up 10 QB hits and four tackles for loss.
Not all sacks can be tied to the line. Some were coverage sacks as Wilson had nowhere to go with the ball. More on that in a second.
But some sacks were inexcusable. Most of the fourth quarter saw the Giants only rushing four, sometimes just three players. No matter how many rushers came at the line, they couldn’t handle it.
It’s a vicious circle. Because the Giants got pressure with fewer rushers, they can drop more players in coverage. Then the line has to hold up longer because Wilson now has to account for seven or eight defenders covering Lockett and Metcalf. Not easy for two guys to beat quadruple coverage.
All day, the O-Line couldn’t handle the Giants defensive front, which bogged down the team’s other offensive operations. There were fewer holes for the backs to exploit and less time for Wilson in the pocket.
Seattle played Sunday without starting right tackle, Brandon Shell. This group isn’t the greatest, even at full strength. What makes the situation worse is a lack of quality depth. Any loss of a starter significantly impacts the rest of the line. Shell’s return will be much appreciated. This offensive unit is a nightmare for opponents when fully healthy.
First career sack for the rook!
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