Remember way back in August when Russell Wilson burst onto the scene and stole our collective hearts with some of the most inspired play from a Seahawks QB in team history? The defense was opportunistic, hard hitting, and fearsome. The team looked dynamic in all three phases of the game in cruising to a 4-0 record and a massive point differential. Optimism was sky high in the Emerald City and for good reason, the team looked dominant. Remember that? I know, seems like an eternity ago but it's really been just four months. So much has transpired since then but somehow the Seahawks have regained their preseason form, and it couldn't have come at a better time.
It's funny. I was walking to work yesterday morning and thought to myself "Wow, I can't believe Russell Wilson hasn't rushed for a touchdown yet this season..." Somehow, Russell read my mind and ended up going off on the Bills, especially on the ground with 9 rushes for 92 yards and 3 TD's! That's a 10.2 YPC my brotha's, which is absolutely fantastic. Granted, the Bills looked absolutely clueless when faced with the Zone-Read Option but kudos to the coaching staff for noticing this and exploiting it and to Russell Wilson for executing the gameplan to perfection. So we now know that Russell Wilson, along with being a franchise quarterback, can read minds. Is there ANYTHING this kid can't do?!
Entering the game the 12th Man was on high alert at the potential for a letdown. As Seahawks fans we're used to the prospect of the Seahawks laying an egg on the road against an inferior opponent. Some downright expect it. Too many times this season the Hawks had snatched defeat from the jaws of victory so you can understand the fanbases guarded state. Well, I think it's time that we realize that this team is different from any other Seahawks team before them. I don't care who the opposition is, 108 points in consecutive games is INSANE! 2 straight games cracking 50 points? If I would have told you that would happen before the season started you woulda labeled me a loon. The only loons now are the few remaining 12's out there who feel that Murphy's Law and Seahawks football are still synonomous. It's time to get on board my brotha's!
Special shoutouts go to K.J. Wright for playing one of the best games of his life. Earl Thomas gets some love for his INT and amazing return for a TD. He didn't drop that one! Zach Miller gets some praise for making it two straight games with a touchdown reception. I love the fact that Marshawn has only carried the rock 21 times in the past 2 games. I love what he's done with those 21 carries even more! 4 of those 21 carries have gone for touchdowns and he's averaged 11.4 YPC, breaking the 100 yard marker both times, while also getting some rare rest for this stage of the season. While other teams are fighting tooth and nail to try and secure a playoff berth, the Seahawks are taking their game to a whole nother level. The offense in particular is operating on a nearly flawless level, a level they haven't played at since the preseason when the games didn't count. It was easy for Seahawks and Russell Wilson detractors alike to explain away the team's success due to it being the preseason... well, not anymore!
Friday is a huge day for the Seahawks season. That's the day when Richard Sherman's appeal will be heard and a 4 game suspension might ensue. If Sherman is suspended like many think, that would have him missing the Rams game and the first 3 playoff games, if the Hawks get in of course. That would be a tough blow for sure as Sherman is the Seahawks best player on defense, hands down. However, the loss would be offset by the return of fellow CB Brandon Browner for the Wild Card round. Having at least one of those guys out there during the playoffs certainly beats not having either of them, obviously, especially if Walter Thurmond Part Three can shake off the injury bug and hold down Sherm's place in his absence. I know, that's asking for a lot with Thurmond's injury history but we can only hope for the best at this point.
I thought the wolf grey uni's looked pretty sharp. Definitely prefer the blue's but as an alternate it makes for a pretty interesting jersey. As long as the Hawks keep playing like this I don't think it'll matter what they where to play. I know people will moan and groan over the fake punt the Seahawks ran while already being up huge over Buffalo but big deal. I wouldn't be upset if the roles were reversed. Regardless, this will give the hack media their chance to tee off on Pete Carroll for "running up the score" two weeks in a row. Kind of interesting to be the ones accused of running up the score for a change. I think I could get used to this.
Despite the news about Sherman I'm definitely pumped up about next Sunday's game against the 9ers, as should every person who calls themselves a football fan even if they're on the East Coast. Under the lights at the CLink against our hated rival and their douche of a coach? The league's hottest team against arguably the league's best team? What more could you ask for? I suspect this game will be a bloodbath with a lot of usage of the phrase "chippy affair" by Collinsworth and co. At least I hope so. I want to see the Hawks play with the same swagger and intensity that they have right now. I just hope that the potential loss of Richard Sherman two days prior to the game doesn't distract them or bring morale down. What's funny is that in the past I'd genuinely have to worry about this. However, with Russell Wilson leading this team I feel comfortable that the gang will follow his lead with his unflappable demeanor and just roll with the punches. Who knows? Maybe Sherman is innocent and avoids a suspension. Wouldn't that be something.
Here's a preview of how I think the game will unfold come Sunday. Think of the Seahawks as the bus driver in this video and the 49ers as the girl. The Seahawks deliver a mean tiger uppercut to the face of the loudmouth 49ers. The 49ers are tough though, so they can take a punch. However, the only thing people will remember this game for is that nasty tiger uppercut to the jaw delivered by the Seahawks. Enjoy! Oh, and I think this video qualifies as officially "not safe for work."
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