Seahawks vs 49ers: 5 takeaways from Seattle's Blowout win

Seahawks vs 49ers: 5 takeaways from Seattle’s Blowout win

By Keith Myers | Sep 25, 2016

Sep 25, 2016; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks tight end Jimmy Graham (88) celebrates his touchdown reception against the San Francisco 49ers with quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during the second quarter at CenturyLink Field. Seattle Seahawks center Justin Britt (68) is at left. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports /

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Sep 25, 2016; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) walks the sidelines during the fourth quarter after being injured in a game against the San Francisco 49ers at CenturyLink Field. The Seahawks won 37-18. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports /

2. But now Wilson is even more injured

Late in the third quarter, Wilson was sacked when trying to extend the play. The defender (and I believe it was Eli Harold) rolled up on Wilson’s left leg. The result was a knee injury that led to Wilson being pulled from the game.

Wilson missed only one play, but that drive would be the last of the game for him. Trainers fit him for a knee brace, but Pete Carroll decided that Wilson wasn’t need since the game was already a blowout.

Trevone Boykin looked fine, and even threw his first career touchdown pass. Any belief that the Seahawks can contend with him under center under Wilson is crazy though.

The Seahawks need Wilson if they are going to make a run at another Super Bowl. He’s taken an absolute beating this season so far. The offensive line must find a way to keep him from getting hit before the team ends up desperately hoping the rookie can save a lost season.

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