Studs and duds in Seahawks Preseason Week 2 loss against the Titans
By Almar Reyes
DUD - Team Defense
As the 2024 NFL season rapidly approaches, the Seattle Seahawks find themselves with less than a month to iron out the kinks in their game. While the preseason is designed to identify and address areas of weakness, the Seahawks' recent performance against the Tennessee Titans has raised some serious concerns, particularly on the defensive side of the ball. Despite flashes of individual brilliance, the overall defensive performance was far from what is needed to compete in the upcoming regular season.
The most glaring issue was the defense’s inability to stop the Titans when it mattered most. The Seahawks allowed Tennessee to march down the field in the fourth quarter, ultimately surrendering the game-winning drive. This late-game collapse is not just about one bad series; it points to a larger problem with the defense's overall execution and consistency. Allowing an opponent to drive the length of the field, especially in a critical moment, is a red flag that the defense is not yet where it needs to be.
Beyond the game-winning drive, the Seahawks were also outclassed in terms of overall yardage allowed. The Titans moved the ball with relative ease, both through the air and on the ground, exposing gaps in Seattle’s defensive schemes and highlighting weaknesses that must be addressed before the start of the season.
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The defensive front struggled to generate consistent pressure, allowing Titans quarterbacks ample time to find open receivers. Meanwhile, the secondary was often caught out of position, leading to significant gains and missed opportunities for key stops.
There is still time for the Seahawks to turn things around, but the clock is ticking. The coaching staff will need to make significant adjustments in both the scheme and personnel to shore up the defense. Emphasizing fundamentals such as tackling, gap discipline, and coverage responsibilities will be critical in the coming weeks. The preseason is the time to make these corrections, and the Seahawks must use every remaining practice and preseason game to get their defense back on track.
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