Seattle Seahawks' Ground Game Stumbles Against New York Giants

The Seattle Seahawks faced a challenging game against the New York Giants, culminating in a 20-29 loss at Lumen Field. This result moves the Seahawks to a 3-2 record for the season, while the Giants improve to 2-3. Despite a spirited effort, Seattle couldn't capitalize on their home advantage, falling short in both offensive and defensive plays.

Game Highlights

The Seahawks' quarterback Geno Smith was under significant pressure throughout the game, being sacked seven times but still managed to complete 70 percent of his passes for 284 yards and one touchdown. His resilience under pressure was notable; however, it wasn't enough to secure a win for Seattle. The rushing attack saw some action with Geno Smith leading with 72 yards on four scrambles, showcasing his mobility and ability to escape pressure.

On defense, Jerome Baker and Tyrel Dodson each recorded a sack contributing to the team's total of three sacks against the Giants. Baker also forced one fumble, highlighting his impact on defense alongside Derick Hall who also forced a fumble during the game.

Special teams had mixed results; Jason Myers successfully converted two field goals with his longest being from 48 yards out but had one blocked attempt that could have added crucial points for Seattle.

Looking Ahead

As they look forward to their next challenge, the Seattle Seahawks will host the San Francisco 49ers at Lumen Field on October 10th at 8:15 PM EDT. Fans can catch this anticipated matchup live on Amazon Prime Video as both teams strive for victory in what promises to be an exciting contest.

This recent performance against New York has given Seattle plenty of areas for improvement as they prepare for their upcoming opponents. The team will need to address their protection schemes and find ways to effectively utilize their ground game if they hope to bounce back from this setback.