<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/seahawks-most-blame-week-16-loss-vikings');   ga('set', 'title', 'Seahawks Most to Blame for Week 16 Loss to Vikings!');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Seahawks-most-to-blame-for-Week-16-loss-to-Vikings.jpg"></figure><h1>Seahawks Most to Blame for Week 16 Loss to Vikings!</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-23T05:38:46-08:00">December 23rd, 5:38am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-23T05:38:46-08:00">December 23rd, 5:38am</time><address><a href="http://hoopnut.blogspot.com/">Enzo Flojo</a>Enzo Flojo is an Associate Editor at ClutchPoints and a columnist for Asian basketball at FIBA. He brings a dynamic spirit and background, having expertise that spans writing, analytics, coaching, and broadcasting. He is also currently an Assistant Coach on Scouting &amp; Analytics for the Philippine national youth basketball team.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Editorials</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>It was anticipated to be a defining moment for the Seattle Seahawks. This was a chance to solidify their playoff aspirations in a crucial Week 16 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. However, as the final whistle blew, the Seahawks were left reeling from a <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/boxscore/_/gameId/401671759">heartbreaking 27-24 loss</a>. This defeat not only put their postseason hopes on shaky ground. It also highlighted recurring issues with decision-making, execution, and discipline that have plagued the team during pivotal moments this season.</p><h2>Seahawks Falter</h2><p>The Seahawks now face an uphill battle. They required two losses by the Rams and two consecutive wins of their own, including a victory over LA at SoFi Stadium in Week 18, to keep their playoff hopes alive. The loss was eye-opening. It revealed many of the underlying issues that have hindered their success and made a postseason berth increasingly unlikely.</p><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Geno-Smith-brutally-honest-about-who-to-blame-for-Seahawks-struggles.jpg"></figure><p>Seattle committed 11 penalties for 77 yards, including a crucial game-changing flag in the final moments. Miscommunication in defensive coverage allowed the <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/vikings-news-vikings-historic-win-over-seahawks-opens-no-1-playoff-seed-path">Vikings to score the decisive touchdown</a>. At the same time, an unbalanced offensive strategy placed too much reliance on Geno Smith and the passing game.</p><p>When all these factors are combined, the result is an 8-7 team now forced to win out and rely on other teams faltering to have any shot at extending their season.</p><p>Here we’ll look at the Seattle Seahawks personnel who are most to blame for their Week 16 loss to the Minnesota Vikings.</p><h2>Coach Ryan Grubb</h2><p>Offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb deserves some credit for crafting a reasonably effective passing attack against a Vikings defense that ranks among the league’s best. However, Seattle’s offense was a textbook example of boom-or-bust football. They just struggled to find consistency throughout the game.</p><p>Geno Smith <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-geno-smith-practice-update-knee-injury">played on an injured knee</a>. He faced unnecessary pressure as the Seahawks leaned heavily on the passing game. Despite never trailing by more than 10 points, Seattle ran the ball just 13 times compared to 46 designed dropbacks. The team’s reluctance to establish the run or incorporate play-action plays remains baffling.</p><p>Sure, the offensive line performed surprisingly well in pass protection. That said, Grubb’s play-calling left much to be desired. His college-style strategies—relying on mismatches and simplified schemes—don’t translate to the NFL. Remember that the talent gaps here are smaller, and defenses are far more disciplined. Right now, it’s becoming increasingly clear that Grubb’s gamble as an NFL coordinator hasn’t paid off.</p><p>No moment exemplified this better than his decision to call a Ken Walker screen on a fake toss to DK Metcalf on 1st-and-5. Unsurprisingly, the play fooled no one and resulted in a 12-yard loss, forcing a punt. It’s plays like this that lead to serious questions about his future with the Seahawks.</p><h2>Tariq Woolen</h2><p>Tariq Woolen’s physical gifts make him a standout cornerback. However, his propensity to give up big plays in crucial moments remains a glaring issue. Against the Vikings, Woolen was beaten by Justin Jefferson for a 39-yard touchdown that ultimately decided the game. Yes, Woolen has shown flashes of brilliance. That said, these lapses in critical moments hinder his ability to be a reliable cornerstone of the defense.</p><p>To compound matters, Woolen was benched for the first series of the game for violating a team rule, as confirmed by head coach Mike Macdonald. Discipline and focus will be key for Woolen if he’s to reach his full potential.</p><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/DK-Metcalf-catches-a-pass-against-the-Minnesota-Vikings.jpg"><figcaption>Steven Bisig-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h2>DK Metcalf</h2><p>DK Metcalf’s first-half performance showcased the dynamic playmaking ability that makes him one of the NFL’s elite receivers. However, his final play of the game left much to be desired. On the last offensive snap, Metcalf ran an underwhelming route that contributed to Smith’s game-sealing interception. While the box score will reflect negatively on Smith, Metcalf’s role in the play cannot be overlooked.</p><p>Despite this costly mistake, Metcalf remains an integral part of Seattle’s future. His athleticism and potential are undeniable. Of course, refining his route-running and situational awareness will be critical to his growth as a true game-changer.</p><h2>Byron Murphy II</h2><p>Byron Murphy II’s rookie campaign <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-injuries-piling-up-as-byron-murphy-ii-heads-to-locker-room">has had its ups and downs</a>. However, his crucial facemask penalty on the Vikings’ game-winning drive was a devastating blow. On third down, Seattle appeared to have forced a punt after sacking Sam Darnold. Instead, Murphy’s penalty handed Minnesota a fresh set of downs. On the very next play, Darnold connected with Jefferson for the game-deciding touchdown.</p><p>Yes, the facemask was an unfortunate lapse. However, it’s emblematic of Seattle’s larger issue: a lack of discipline at critical junctures. The Seahawks’ inability to avoid self-inflicted wounds has been a recurring theme this season, and Murphy’s mistake was the latest example of the team’s struggle to get out of its own way.</p><h2>Looking Ahead</h2><p>The Seahawks’ Week 16 loss to the Vikings was a harsh reminder of the inconsistencies that have defined their season. Whether it’s questionable coaching decisions, lapses in focus from key players, or untimely penalties, Seattle has repeatedly failed to rise to the occasion when it matters most. With their playoff hopes now hanging by a thread, the Seahawks must take a hard look at their approach and find a way to correct these issues. If not, this season will serve as yet another cautionary tale of wasted potential and missed opportunities. The clock is ticking, and Seattle’s margin for error is officially gone.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Seahawks Most to Blame for Week 16 Loss to Vikings!

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/seahawks-news-tre-brown-striking-admission-justin-jeffersons-unreal-td-seahawks');   ga('set', 'title', 'Tre Brown makes striking admission about Justin Jefferson’s unreal TD vs Seahawks');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Pharaoh-Brown-makes-striking-admission-about-Justin-Jeffersons-unreal-TD-1.jpg"></figure><h1>Tre Brown makes striking admission about Justin Jefferson’s unreal TD vs Seahawks</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-22T23:56:57-08:00">December 22nd, 11:56pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-23T00:00:54-08:00">December 23rd, 12:00am</time><address><a>Brayden Haena</a>Brayden Haena is an Associate Editor at ClutchPoints. A die-hard San Francisco Giants fan and a football fanatic, Brayden further channels his baseball enthusiasm through his podcast, where he delves into the latest in sports with engaging commentary. He also serves as the Defensive Coordinator for Heritage High School. His commitment to sports journalism is evident in his diverse experiences with ContraCosta.news and his dedication to delivering compelling and insightful content.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Minnesota Vikings</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>In a game that underscored <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/vikings-news-vikings-historic-win-over-seahawks-opens-no-1-playoff-seed-path">the razor-thin margins of victory</a> in the NFL,<a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-geno-smith-brutally-honest-blame-struggles"> the Seattle Seahawks fell to the Minnesota Vikings 27-24 in a nail-biting contest</a> that saw critical mistakes turn the tide. Cornerback Tre Brown, who found himself at the center of two pivotal moments, shared his thoughts after the game, <a href="https://x.com/BradyHenderson/status/1871009999021105268" rel="noopener">offering both accountability and respect</a> for his opponent.</p><p>Reflecting on an offsides penalty that extended a crucial Vikings drive, Brown admitted, “I looked over at the official to make sure I was lined up legally, as I usually do when pressing, but he really wasn’t giving me anything. It’s kind of hard to hear in there. Things happen. That’s what happened. Gotta get that fixed,” Brown told reporters via Brady Henderson on X, formerly Twitter.</p><p>The penalty proved costly, leading to an unforgettable touchdown catch by Vikings wideout Justin Jefferson. Brown was in coverage on the play and had no shortage of praise for the Vikings’ star wide receiver. “That was a hell of a catch,” Brown said. “Late hands. It’s hard to see the ball right there. I wish I could have that play back. He’s one of the highest-paid, I respect him, but I feel like I could have made that play.”</p><h2><b>The Seahawks fall to the Vikings, as their playoff chances diminish</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Justin-Jefferson_701ed4.jpg"><figcaption>Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Jefferson’s late hands on the catch showcased his elite skill, adjusting his route and timing perfectly to snag Sam Darnold’s deep throw. The touchdown capped a quick two-play drive that flipped the game in the Vikings favor.</p><p>The Seahawks’ struggles weren’t limited to Brown’s penalty and the ensuing touchdown. Rookie defensive lineman Byron Murphy II also <a href="https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/seahawks/seahawks-playoff-hopes-take-a-dent-in-costly-loss-to-vikings/" rel="noopener">drew a critical facemask penalty</a> that negated a potential game-sealing sack. Head coach Mike Macdonald emphasized the impact of such mistakes. “We could have had a third-and-18 with two downs to go to try and seal it, and all of a sudden, two plays later, now we’re down three,” Macdonald said.</p><p>Despite a valiant effort by the Seahawks’ offense, including a late touchdown pass from Geno Smith to AJ Barner, the team’s playoff hopes took a major hit with the loss. Seattle’s fate is now out of its hands, with their postseason chances reduced to 24%, according to NFL projections.</p><p>The Vikings, meanwhile, capitalized on Seattle’s miscues and continued their playoff push. Jefferson’s game-winning catch cemented his reputation as one of the league’s most clutch performers. Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell praised the connection between Darnold and Jefferson, noting, “Those guys were on the same page.”</p><p>For Brown and the Seahawks, the focus shifts to the remaining two games, where their slim playoff hopes hinge on winning out and a series of unlikely outcomes elsewhere in the league. As Macdonald put it, “We’re fighting for the right to stay alive, on a short week. What are you going to do?”</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Tre Brown makes striking admission about Justin Jefferson’s unreal TD vs Seahawks

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/seahawks-news-mike-macdonald-murky-kenneth-walker-iii-injury-update');   ga('set', 'title', 'Seahawks’ Mike Macdonald provides murky Kenneth Walker III injury update');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Seahawks-news-Mike-Macdonald-provides-murky-Kenneth-Walker-III-injury-update.jpg"></figure><h1>Seahawks’ Mike Macdonald provides murky Kenneth Walker III injury update</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-22T22:06:50-08:00">December 22nd, 10:06pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-22T22:09:33-08:00">December 22nd, 10:09pm</time><address><a>Dylan Fine</a>Dylan Fine focuses on the NFL and NCAA Football for ClutchPoints, in addition to working on the meme team. Dylan is a graduate of Georgetown University and has covered various topics ranging from local politics in the DMV region with DC Voter For Animals to live sporting events in the Long Island and Rochester areas with The Southampton Press and Pickin’Splinters. When he isn't working, he's usually running in preparation for the next annual Turkey Trot.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">NFL</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald provided a murky injury update on running back Kenneth Walker III. The star tailback left midgame during <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-seahawks-devastating-loss-vikings-gets-worse-with-kenneth-walker-injury" rel="noopener">Sunday’s devastating loss to the Minnesota Vikings</a> with a sprained ankle. With this defeat, Seattle now needs a lot of help to climb back into the playoff race. The Seahawks must win the NFC West to make the postseason. The Los Angeles Rams lead the division by a game but hold the tiebreaker over Seattle.</p><p>Mike Macdonald’s team ultimately needs Walker III healthy to put pressure on its divisional rival. The first-year head coach <a href="https://x.com/MikeDugar/status/1871031959318908993" rel="noopener">discussed his running back’s status</a> with the Seahawks reporter for The Athletic, Michael-Shawn Dugar.</p><p>“(Kenneth Walker III) has an ankle (injury). He’s going to get imaging right now. Not sure the extent of it.”</p><h2><b>Seattle’s season has had some encouraging ups and frustrating downs</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Seahwaks-running-back-Kenneth-Walker-III.jpg"><figcaption>Steven Bisig-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Looking at their schedule, if there was one word to describe the Seahawks’ season, it would be “streaky.” Seattle has had three-game and four-game winning streaks this year and a stretch where it lost five of six. However, aside from a <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/why-seahawks-in-trouble-surprising-loss-giants">shocking loss to the Giants</a>, Seattle has predominantly won and lost the matchups it was supposed to.</p><p>The franchise is ultimately stuck in this middle tier of being good but not great. Inconsistencies on offense have ultimately plagued the team despite having an explosive passing game. Seattle is scoring 22.6 points per game with the third-best passing attack in terms of yards a game. Unfortunately, quarterback Geno Smith has struggled with turnovers, throwing for 15 interceptions, the second-highest total in the NFL.</p><p>In addition, Mike Macdonald’s team has also significantly struggled to run the ball this year despite having Kenneth Walker III. Seattle has the third-worst rushing attack in the league, averaging 91.9 yards a game. With their tailback, the Seahawks will be even more one-dimensional than they’ve been for most of this year. Walker III has already missed four games this season with calf and ankle injuries.</p><p>Seattle’s last two games are against the <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/bears-news-caleb-william-encouraging-8-game-losing-streak">slumping Chicago Bears</a> and Los Angeles Rams. If the Rams lose at home to the Arizona Cardinals, the Seahawks will control their own destiny. If Sean McVay’s team takes care of business on December 28, the franchise will miss the playoffs for the second straight year. That hasn’t happened since 2009, and it might result in the organization needing to take a big swing at quarterback in the 2025 NFL Draft.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Seahawks’ Mike Macdonald provides murky Kenneth Walker III injury update

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/seahawks-news-geno-smith-brutally-honest-blame-struggles');   ga('set', 'title', 'Geno Smith brutally honest about who to blame for Seahawks’ struggles');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Geno-Smith-brutally-honest-about-who-to-blame-for-Seahawks-struggles.jpg"></figure><h1>Geno Smith brutally honest about who to blame for Seahawks’ struggles</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-22T21:42:28-08:00">December 22nd, 9:42pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-23T08:34:47-08:00">December 23rd, 8:34am</time><address><a>Tristin McKinstry</a>Tristin McKinstry is an experienced sports writer who got his start back in 2014. He is an Associate Editor with ClutchPoints and is one of the staff's NHL experts. Tristin has worked professionally with The Inquisitr and GIVEMESPORT in the past, and his work has also been featured on Last Word On Sports, XFL News Hub, and USFL News Hub. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Communications at Southern New Hampshire University.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">NFL</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Seattle Seahawks made a valiant comeback attempt against the Minnesota Vikings, and they even took a lead thanks to AJ Barner’s touchdown grab with less than five minutes to go in the fourth quarter. However, a <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-seahawks-devastating-loss-vikings-gets-worse-with-kenneth-walker-injury">Geno Smith interception in the final minute of the game</a> resulted in another loss.</p><p>Vikings defensive back <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/vikings-news-vikings-historic-win-over-seahawks-opens-no-1-playoff-seed-path">Theo Jackson came away with the game-sealing pick</a> for Minnesota. The loss drops the Seahawks to 8-7 on the 2024 season, and they no longer control their own destiny. They need to defeat the Chicago Bears next week while relying on the Arizona Cardinals to beat the Los Angeles Rams.</p><p>After the game, Smith spoke with the media <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6014479/2024/12/22/seahawks-loss-geno-smith-playoff-chances-vikings/" rel="noopener">about who’s to blame</a> for his team’s struggles in recent weeks. He pointed to instances such as the team’s second to last drive of the game. The Seahawks got to midfield but failed to get deep into Vikings territory. They tried a 60-yard field goal, but it fell well short.</p><p>“We’ve got to put ourselves in a better position than fourth-and-15. We got to the logo, didn’t get it across the 50 and didn’t give ourselves a better shot. Anything you see that goes wrong, put it on me,” Smith said, via The Athletic’s Michael-Shawn Dugar. “Anything that don’t look right, put it on me.”</p><h2><b>Seahawks need help to make the playoffs</b></h2><p>As mentioned, Geno Smith and the Seahawks no longer control their destiny. If results elsewhere don’t go their way, they will not make the playoffs this season. This would be a rather disappointing development considering where they were at points earlier in the year.</p><p>Given their predicament, Seattle knows it cannot sulk. They have to focus on the tasks in front of them and control what they can control. As long as they do that, their chances of making the postseason remain within their grasp.</p><p>“Our destiny is not in our hands right now, which is tough,” Seattle coach Mike Macdonald said, via Dugar. “But we still have a ton of football to play for. A break here or there, we’re right back in it and we’re rolling.”</p><p>The Seahawks have two games remaining on the schedule. A win over the Bears in Week 17 is the first step toward returning to the playoffs. Let’s see if Seattle can take care of business against Chicago and keep their hopes alive a little longer.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Geno Smith brutally honest about who to blame for Seahawks’ struggles

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/seahawks-news-seahawks-devastating-loss-vikings-gets-worse-with-kenneth-walker-injury');   ga('set', 'title', 'Seahawks’ devastating loss to Vikings gets worse with Kenneth Walker injury');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Seattles-devastating-loss-to-Vikings-gets-worse-with-Kenneth-Walker-injury.jpg"><figcaption>12/22/24</figcaption></figure><h1>Seahawks’ devastating loss to Vikings gets worse with Kenneth Walker injury</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-22T17:07:19-08:00">December 22nd, 5:07pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-22T17:07:19-08:00">December 22nd, 5:07pm</time><address><a>Steve Silverman</a>Steve Silverman has been covering the NFL for more than 35 years, and his writing has appeared in ESPN Magazine, Bleacher Report, CBS Sports, Pro Football Weekly, and Forbes.com. He has written 10 books, including "Who's Better, Who's Best in the NFL." He has won multiple awards from the Pro Football Writers of America.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">NFL</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-geno-smith-kenneth-walker-vikings">Seattle Seahawks knew they were</a> in for a fight against the streaking Minnesota Vikings. Desperately needing a win to improve their position in the NFC West, the Seahawks took a fourth-quarter lead when Geno Smith hit tight end A.J. Barner with a 4-yard touchdown pass with 4:21 remaining. However, that 24-20 advantage lasted just 30 seconds, because the Vikings took the lead back when superstar wideout Justin Jefferson caught a 39-yard TD pass from quarterback Sam Darnold. The Vikings were able to hold on for a 27-24 victory.</p><p>The loss dropped the <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-mike-macdonald-vital-geno-smith-injury-update">Seahawks’ record to 8-7</a> and they are one game behind the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC West. The Seahawks close the season with games against the Chicago Bears and Rams, and if they can win both while the Rams lose to the Arizona Cardinals in Week 17, they can still win the division title. However, if the two teams end up tied for first place, the Rams would gain the title because they would have the better division record.</p><p>In addition to falling short to the Vikings, the Seahawks saw running back Kenneth Walker leave the game with a <a href="https://x.com/seahawksPR/status/1870980524455707068">sprained ankle</a>. He had eight carries for 31 yards with a long run of 11 yards before suffering his injury.</p><h2><b>Seahawks unable to respond after Jefferson’s touchdown</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Kenneth-Walker-was-unable-to-finish-the-game-against-the-Vikings-because-of-a-sprained-ankle.jpg"><figcaption>Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>The Seahawks had two chances to either tie the score or take the lead after Darnold hit Jefferson with the go-ahead touchdown pass. Seattle got the ball back with 3:51 remaining at their own 30. They went 28 yards in six plays when they faced a 4th-and-15 at the Minnesota 42-yard line. Jason Myers attempted a 60-yard field goal, but it was short.</p><p>The Vikings punted the ball back to the Seahawks with 55 seconds remaining. The Seahawks had no timeouts and were forced to drive from the Seattle 12-yard line. On first down, Smith’s first-down pass to D.K. Metcalf was intercepted by Theo Jackson and that allowed the Vikings to run out the clock.</p><p>The Vikings improved their record to 13-2. If they can win their two remaining games against the Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions, they will earn the NFC North title and the No. 1 seed in the NFC playoffs.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Seahawks’ devastating loss to Vikings gets worse with Kenneth Walker injury

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/seahawks-news-geno-smith-kenneth-walker-vikings');   ga('set', 'title', 'Seahawks’ Geno Smith, Kenneth Walker III set to play vs. Vikings');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Seahawks-news-Geno-Smith-Kenneth-Walker-III-set-to-play-vs-Vikings.jpg"></figure><h1>Seahawks’ Geno Smith, Kenneth Walker III set to play vs. Vikings</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-20T15:51:33-08:00">December 20th, 3:51pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-20T15:51:33-08:00">December 20th, 3:51pm</time><address><a>Dakota Zientek</a>Dakota Zientek graduated from the University of Iowa in 2020 and has been writing about the NFL ever since. As a die-hard NFL fan, Dakota's fandom rides with the Chicago Bears through thick and thin -- regardless of how much pain it has caused his heart throughout the years. One day, he believes he will celebrate the Bears winning a Super Bowl. Maybe even... a few?</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Minnesota Vikings</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>With a banged-up offense heading into <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/vikings-vs-seahawks-predictions-pick-odds-spread-for-nfl-week-16-2024">Week 16 against the Minnesota Vikings</a>, the Seattle Seahawks got <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1870234162088595751" rel="noopener">positive news</a> in the form of injury updates surrounding Geno Smith and Kenneth Walker III, per Adam Schefter on X.</p><p>“Seahawks QB Geno Smith and RB Kenneth Walker III are off the injury report and good to go for Sunday’s game versus the Vikings,” Schefter wrote, giving Seahawks fans comfortability entering Sunday’s matchup.</p><p>Though both players were on the team’s injury report from Wednesday until Friday, Walker’s game-time status had more question marks than Smith’s.</p><p>Walker was nursing a calf injury that caused him to miss Wednesday’s practice entirely after <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-seattle-drops-kenneth-walker-iii-injury-update-packers-clash">being sidelined in Weeks 14 and 15</a>.</p><p>But, after back-to-back full practices from Walker on Thursday and Friday, he’s expected to play against the Vikings.</p><p>Smith, however, appears fully ready to go after leaving Week 15 early with a knee injury. But, with an entire week of full practice from Smith, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-geno-smith-practice-update-knee-injury">he’s also expected to be a full-go on Sunday</a> against the Vikings.</p><h2><b>Seahawks’ offense missed Geno Smith, Kenneth Walker III in Packers loss</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Walker-Smith.jpg"><figcaption>Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>The last time Smith and Walker shared the field was in Week 13 when the New York Jets defeated the Seahawks 26-21.</p><p>And while Zach Charbonnet stepped in wonderfully in Week 15 against the Arizona Cardinals, the absence of Smith and Walker was wildly evident against the Packers.</p><p>Smith exited the game after going 15-for-19 with 149 yards and an interception. However, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-sam-howell-replaces-injured-geno-smith-packers">once Howell entered the game</a>, the Seahawks’ offense saw a hard decline in production.</p><p>Against the Packers in Week 15, Howell completed just five passes for 24 yards, adding an interception and four sacks to his stat sheet.</p><p>After being the most-sacked quarterback in the league in 2023 (65 sacks), his first true appearance in 2024 showed a lot of the same from Howell.</p><p>And as the Seahawks lead the NFC West, their sites are set on getting one of the top four positions in the 2024 NFL Playoff Picture.</p><p>Finishing their regular season against the Vikings, Chicago Bears, and Los Angeles Rams, the health of both Smith and Walker will play a crucial factor in their playoff seeding.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Seahawks’ Geno Smith, Kenneth Walker III set to play vs. Vikings

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/seahawks-news-dk-metcalf-message-fans-week-15-packers');   ga('set', 'title', 'DK Metcalf sends message to fans after Week 15 turned into Packers home game');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Seahawks-news-DK-Metcalf-sends-message-to-fans-after-Week-15-turned-into-Packers-home-game.jpg"></figure><h1>DK Metcalf sends message to fans after Week 15 turned into Packers home game</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-19T08:50:44-08:00">December 19th, 8:50am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-19T14:42:15-08:00">December 19th, 2:42pm</time><address><a>Malik Brown</a>Malik Brown is a multimedia reporter based in Atlanta who covers the Hawks and Dream for ClutchPoints. Malik has worked in entertainment and sports, and he specializes in the NBA and NFL.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">NFL</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-seahawks-head-coach-mike-macdonald-tough-admission-loss-packers">Seattle Seahawks lost a tough game</a> against the Green Bay Packers in Week 15, and it felt like they didn’t even have home-field advantage. The Seahawks play their last home game of the season in Week 16 against the Minnesota Vikings, and DK Metcalf would love it if the fans would <a href="https://x.com/BradyHenderson/status/1869535142521499809" rel="noopener">come out and support them</a> and them only, especially after how many Packers fans were in the building the previous week.</p><p>“It would mean a lot, especially with them behind us. We still need them to come out and be supportive,” Metcalf said via Seahawks reporter Brady Henderson. “I know the first quarter, second, or third play of the game, it got crazy loud in there, and I looked around, and it was a lot of Green Bay fans. So they did a great job traveling. But just wishing the 12s didn’t sell as many tickets as they did to make sure we kept the home-field advantage. But yeah, it would mean a lot just to take this last one home and finish off the season strong so we can play again in front of them in the playoffs.”</p><p>Metcalf <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/packers-news-matt-lafeur-fans-difference-seattle">could hear the “Go Pack Go” chants</a> when the Packers scored their first touchdown of the game, and he’s hoping that won’t be the case when they play the Vikings. The Seahawks have always had one of the best fanbases, and they’ve been known to get loud. With the Seahawks looking to make the playoffs, it would be great if they could get as much support as they can from their fans.</p><h2>Seahawks trying to win division</h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/DK-Metcalf.jpg"><figcaption>Steven Bisig-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>With their loss to the Packers, the Seahawks dropped in the NFC West standings, but they have the same record as the Los Angeles Rams. The last three games will be crucial for the Seahawks to win, but they also have to make sure the Rams drop a game if they do so. It starts in Week 16 against the Vikings, one of the better teams in the league this season, and are tied with the Philadelphia Eagles and Detroit Lions for the best record in the NFC.</p><p>The division crown may come down to the final game of the season when the Rams and Seahawks go against each other. If both teams come into that week with the same record, the winner of the game will have earned the division crown and a playoff spot. If the Seahawks can handle their business in these last few games, they’ll have put themselves in a good position.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

DK Metcalf sends message to fans after Week 15 turned into Packers home game

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/seahawks-news-zach-charbonnet-discouraging-practice-update-oblique-injury');   ga('set', 'title', 'Seahawks’ Zach Charbonnet gets discouraging practice update after oblique injury');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Zach-Charbonnet-gets-discouraging-practice-update-after-oblique-injury.jpg"></figure><h1>Seahawks’ Zach Charbonnet gets discouraging practice update after oblique injury</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-18T17:37:51-08:00">December 18th, 5:37pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-18T20:58:21-08:00">December 18th, 8:58pm</time><address><a>Derek Hryn</a>Derek Hryn is an Associate Editor at ClutchPoints specializing in NFL and NCAA Football coverage. Derek was previously a fantasy football expert at DK and SB Nation, and he has been featured at FanSided, USA Today, NBC Sports, The New York Post, and others.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">NFL</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Seattle Seahawks are still aiming for a shot at the NFC playoffs, but could be heading into a matchup against the 12-2 Minnesota Vikings on Sunday a tad shorthanded.</p><p>Zach Charbonnet was held out of Wednesday’s practice <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1869531692844908563" rel="noopener">due to an oblique injury</a>, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The Seahawks have already been limited in the backfield, with <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-seattle-drops-kenneth-walker-iii-injury-update-packers-clash">Kenneth Walker dealing with a calf injury</a>. Following Charbonnet’s strong Week 15 performance with eight carries for 54 yards and one touchdown, the Seahawks will have to figure out a backup plan if him and Walker are unable to go.</p><p>That said, it appears that Walker has been making good progress. Head coach Mike Macdonald and the rest of the Seahawks believe that it’s in the realm of possibility that Walker could be back for Week 16.</p><p>“He had a good workout this morning,” Macdonald said early in the practice week. “Feels good. So hopefully we’ll see him out there (at practice) on Wednesday.’’</p><p>Walker also didn’t practice on Wednesday, so it’ll definitely be interesting to see how the coaching staff proceeds with his workload for the rest of the week.</p><p>The Seahawks are hoping to bounce back after a crushing <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-most-blame-week-15-loss-packers">30-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers</a>, and a lot more could be on the shoulders of Geno Smith and the receiving corps against the Vikings.</p><h2><b>Seahawks’ backfield options without Zach Charbonnet</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Zach-Charbonnet_c29b91.jpg"><figcaption>Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Walker also didn’t practice on Wednesday, which leaves the Seahawks with Kenny McIntosh as the lone healthy option in the backfield. The offense also found some rushing help from George Holani, who was elevated from the practice squad last week.</p><p>It’s uncertain at this stage how Seattle will shift around the roster. Charbonnet and Walker will have two more opportunities to log a practice at some capacity before Friday’s injury report.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Seahawks’ Zach Charbonnet gets discouraging practice update after oblique injury

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/seahawks-news-geno-smith-practice-update-knee-injury');   ga('set', 'title', 'Seahawks QB Geno Smith gets huge practice update after knee injury');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Seahawks-news-Geno-Smith-gets-huge-practice-update-after-knee-injury.jpg"></figure><h1>Seahawks QB Geno Smith gets huge practice update after knee injury</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-18T16:36:51-08:00">December 18th, 4:36pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-18T16:36:51-08:00">December 18th, 4:36pm</time><address><a>Troy Finnegan</a>Troy Finnegan is an Associate Editor at ClutchPoints. He graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder in 2023 with a degree in journalism and minors in communications and sports media, as well as a critical sports studies certificate. He has had a passion for sports his entire life, and enjoys covering and writing about all sports.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">NFL</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/why-seahawks-must-panic-after-catastrophic-loss-to-packers">Seattle Seahawks had a terrible night</a> all around on Sunday, as they were blown out by the Green Bay Packers 30-13 at home in a huge NFC clash. During the game, quarterback Geno Smith injured his knee and left the game. He was replaced by Sam Howell and did not return.</p><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-sam-howell-replaces-injured-geno-smith-packers">Smith immediately went to the locker room</a>, and although it was known almost immediately that there was no structural damage to his knee, there was still plenty of doubt about when Smith would be able to get back on the field and whether he would be able to play on Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings.</p><p>On Wednesday, Seahawks fans got good news. Smith <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1869531092342247551" rel="noopener">was a full participant</a> at practice, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.</p><p>Being a full participant in practice isn’t a guarantee that Smith is going to be able to give it a go, but it is usually a good indicator of a player’s availability in the coming days. If Smith can be a full go once again on Thursday, all signs will be pointing to him being out there on Sunday.</p><p>The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-mike-macdonald-vital-geno-smith-injury-update">Seahawks need Smith out there</a> in order to keep stacking wins as they look to secure an NFC West title. As of now, the Seahawks are tied with the Los Angeles Rams at 8-6 at the top of the standings as the two teams barrel towards a Week 18 clash that could decide who wins the division.</p><p>Howell really struggled in Smith’s absence, taking four sacks and throwing a poor interception in the second half as the Seahawks’ comeback attempt sputtered. He finished the game just 5-for-14 with 24 yards and an interception.</p><p>Smith has become a very good quarterback for the Seahawks, and it’s the things that he does outside of just throwing the football that make this Seattle offense go. Smith is one of the best pocket movers and sack avoiders in the NFL, which helps mitigate the weakness that the Seahawks have on the offensive line (at least as much as he can). On the other hand, Howell takes a ton of sacks, which was a glaring element of his game on Sunday night.</p><p>For the season, Smith has thrown for 3,623 yards and 14 touchdowns with 13 interceptions. While the turnovers numbers are a tad higher than you would like from the veteran, he is still a crucial piece to this Seahawks offense and Seattle desperately needs him on the field to get a win over the Vikings and beyond.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Seahawks QB Geno Smith gets huge practice update after knee injury

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/vikings-vs-seahawks-predictions-pick-odds-spread-for-nfl-week-16-2024');   ga('set', 'title', 'Vikings vs. Seahawks predictions, pick, odds, spread for NFL Week 16 2024');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Vikings-vs.-Seahawks-predictions-pick-odds-spread-for-NFL-Week-16-2024.jpg"></figure><h1>Vikings vs. Seahawks predictions, pick, odds, spread for NFL Week 16 2024</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-18T14:19:35-08:00">December 18th, 2:19pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-19T15:43:03-08:00">December 19th, 3:43pm</time><address><a>Garrett Kerman</a>Garrett Kerman also goes by the name of The Fight Analyst. He covers all combat sports, from MMA, to boxing, to even bare-knuckle. He is also very well-versed in all American sports when it comes to news and betting analysis. Whether you want betting advice or some breaking news, Garrett is your guy.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Betting</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Minnesota Vikings head to Seattle to take on the Seahawks as they look to continue their momentum as they push toward the Number 1 seed in the playoffs as they come into this Week 16 matchup. It is time to continue our NFL odds <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/betting" rel="noopener">series</a> with a Vikings-Seahawks prediction and pick.</p><figure><img src="https://a.impactradius-go.com/display-ad/3065-2113640"></figure><figure><img src="https://paramountplus.qflm.net/i/492408/2113640/3065"></figure><h2><b>Vikings-Seahawks Last Game – Matchup History</b></h2><p>The Minnesota Vikings and Seattle Seahawks last met on September 26, 2021, when the Vikings took a 30-17 victory at home. Kirk Cousins led the charge with 323 passing yards and three touchdowns, while Alexander Mattison added 112 rushing yards.</p><p>The win ended a seven-game losing streak for Minnesota against Seattle. Historically, the Seahawks hold a dominant edge in the rivalry, with an all-time record of 13-6, including a 12-6 mark in regular-season matchups and one playoff win in 2015. The Vikings will look to narrow this gap in Week 16.</p><p>Overall Series: 13-6 (Seattle Seahawks)</p><p><i><b>Here are the Vikings-Seahawks <a href="https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/navigation/nfl" rel="noopener">NFL odds</a>, courtesy of FanDuel. </b></i></p><h2><b>NFL Odds: Vikings-Seahawks Odds</b></h2><p>Minnesota Vikings: -3.5 (+100)</p><p>Moneyline: -168</p><p>Seattle Seahawks: -3.5 (-122)</p><p>Moneyline: +142</p><p>Over: 42.5 (-115)</p><p>Under: 42.5 (-105)</p><h2><b>How to Watch Vikings vs. Seahawks </b></h2><p>Time: 4:05 PM ET/1:05 PM PT</p><p>TV: FOX</p><p><i><b>*Watch NFL games LIVE with fuboTV <a href="https://www.fubo.tv/lp/football/?irad=356362&amp;irmp=492408" rel="noopener sponsored">(Get Access | Save $30)</a>*</b></i></p><h2><b>Why The Vikings Could Cover The Spread/Win</b></h2><p>The Minnesota Vikings are poised to extend their impressive seven-game winning streak as they face the Seattle Seahawks in Week 16. The Vikings’ recent surge has been fueled by a potent combination of offensive firepower and defensive dominance.</p><p>Quarterback Sam Darnold has been a revelation, protecting the ball well and efficiently distributing it to playmakers like Justin Jefferson. The Vikings’ ground game has also found its rhythm, with Aaron Jones and Cam Akers providing a formidable one-two punch that will challenge Seattle’s defense.</p><p>Defensively, Minnesota has been relentless, ranking among the NFL’s top teams with more than 40 sacks this season. This pass rush, led by the likes of Jonathan Greenard, could wreak havoc against a potentially compromised Seahawks offensive line.</p><p>Seattle, on the other hand, enters this crucial matchup with significant question marks. The uncertainty surrounding Geno Smith’s knee injury looms large with the possibility of backup Sam Howell stepping in.</p><p>This instability at the quarterback position could prove disastrous against Minnesota’s aggressive defense. Moreover, the Seahawks have struggled at home this season, posting a disappointing 3-5 record at Lumen Field.</p><p>The Vikings, conversely, have demonstrated their road prowess throughout their winning streak. With playoff implications on the line and momentum firmly on their side, the Vikings are well-positioned to secure a victory in Seattle and further solidify their standing in the NFC North race.</p><h2><b>Why The Seahawks Could Cover The Spread/Win</b></h2><p>The Seattle Seahawks are looking to rebound and defeat the Minnesota Vikings in Week 16, leveraging their home-field advantage at Lumen Field, known for its deafening crowd noise. Despite a recent loss to the Packers, Seattle’s defense has been formidable, ranking 11th in defensive DVOA against a challenging schedule.</p><p>With Geno Smith likely to play, the Seahawks’ offense can capitalize on the Vikings’ defense, which has yet to face a top-12 offense since Week 7.</p><p>Seattle’s running game, led by Zach Charbonnet and Kenneth Walker, offers another edge. Charbonnet and Walker have been efficient running the ball and can exploit Minnesota’s defense.</p><p>The Seahawks have historically performed well against elite teams late in the season, with home underdogs boasting a strong ATS record in similar scenarios. This combination of strategic advantages and historical trends positions Seattle to halt Minnesota’s seven-game winning streak.</p><h2><b>Final Vikings-Seahawks Prediction &amp; Pick</b></h2><p>Seattle’s home-field advantage at Lumen Field and their strong defensive DVOA (11th) make them formidable underdogs. Historically, the Seahawks have fared well against Minnesota at home, winning five straight in Seattle.</p><p>While Minnesota’s offense has faced weaker competition recently, Seattle’s defense has been tested against top offenses, giving them a chance to keep this game close. Expect a tight contest where the spread could go either way. However, the Seahawks have historically performed well as home underdogs, especially late in the season.</p><p>Seattle’s defense ranks 11th in DVOA despite facing a challenging schedule, which could test Minnesota’s offense that hasn’t faced a top-12 defense since Week 7. Having Geno Smith at the helm, albeit not at full strength, could provide a boost to Seattle’s offense.</p><p>While the Vikings are the stronger team on paper, Seattle’s home-field advantage at Lumen Field, known for its deafening crowd noise, could be a significant factor. The Seahawks’ 3-5 home record this season, however, suggests vulnerability.</p><p>Given Seattle’s offensive power and defensive prowess, coupled with Minnesota’s less-than-stellar record against top defenses, the Seahawks +3.5 appears to be the value play in this matchup.</p><p><b>Final Vikings-Seahawks Prediction &amp; Pick: Seattle Seahawks +3.5 (-122), Over 42.5 (-115)</b></p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Vikings vs. Seahawks predictions, pick, odds, spread for NFL Week 16 2024

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/jets-news-aaron-rodgers-hilariously-disses-seahawks-fans-packers-lumen-field-takeover');   ga('set', 'title', 'Aaron Rodgers hilariously disses Seahawks fans after Packers’ Lumen Field takeover');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Aaron-Rodgers-hilariously-disses-Seahawks-fans-after-Packers-Lumen-Field-takeover.jpg"></figure><h1>Aaron Rodgers hilariously disses Seahawks fans after Packers’ Lumen Field takeover</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-17T22:30:29-08:00">December 17th, 10:30pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-18T15:25:21-08:00">December 18th, 3:25pm</time><address><a>Alex House</a>Alex House is a sports journalist who covers the NFL, NBA, and MLB for ClutchPoints. He grew up in a New York sports-heavy region in Connecticut and earned his journalism degree at the University of Rhode Island. His in-depth knowledge of two of the most passionate and raucous fan bases in the country gives him a truly unique writing voice.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Green Bay Packers</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has absorbed <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/3-jets-most-blame-horrific-2024-campaign">plenty of condemnation this season</a>, so maybe he wants to spread the jeer around.</p><p><a href="https://x.com/PatMcAfeeShow/status/1869096441718944115" rel="noopener">While appearing on his weekly spot</a> on “The Pat McAfee Show,” the Super Bowl MVP and four-time regular-season MVP commented on the surprising  amount of Cheeseheads who filled Lumen Field in Sunday night’s game between the Seattle Seahawks and visiting Green Bay Packers.</p><p>And in classic Rodgers fashion, he chose to add an edge to his observation. “I couldn’t believe how many Packers fans were in Seattle on Sunday night,” the 41-year-old said. “Never in all the years we played there did we ever have any presence that was remotely close to that. So shout out to the Seattle fans for selling their tickets to the Packers fans.”</p><figure class="op-interactive"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">"I couldn't believe how many Packers fans were in Seattle on Sunday night..</p><p>I heard a Go Pack Go chant in the 2nd quarter when the Packers were on offense..</p><p>Seattle never used to be like that so shoutout to the Seahawks fans for selling their tickets"<a href="https://twitter.com/AaronRodgers12?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AaronRodgers12</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PMSLive?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PMSLive</a> <a href="https://t.co/40WEgxRg3X">pic.twitter.com/40WEgxRg3X</a></p><p>— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) <a href="https://twitter.com/PatMcAfeeShow/status/1869096441718944115?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 17, 2024</a></p></blockquote><p><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p></figure><p>Fans of a 4-10 team probably do not want to hear their QB use the word “we” when talking about his former squad, but a good chunk of Gang Green Nation is ready to move on from him anyway, so perhaps it is no big deal. Besides, most people will focus on the taunt he flung at the 12s instead.</p><p>Lumen Field has long been heralded as one of the toughest places to play with excitement naturally reaching its peak during the <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/bills-news-stefon-diggs-story-hit-against-seahawks-legion-of-boom">Legion of Boom’s reign of terror</a> in the 2010s and staying respectable into the 2020s. The home crowd has not provided a noticeable advantage this season, however. Actually, the Seahawks are 3-5 on their own turf following a <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/why-seahawks-must-panic-after-catastrophic-loss-to-packers">30-13 loss to the Packers</a>.</p><h2><b>Packers, Seahawks eye playoffs while Rodgers braces for long offseason</b></h2><p>Aaron Rodgers may not be sporting the green, white, and gold anymore, but he still obviously takes pride in seeing Green Bay prosper. It remains one of the most popular franchises in the sport, and its fan base has a number of reasons to be enthusiastic this year.</p><p>The team is on the cusp of advancing to the playoffs in back-to-back campaigns, a feeling that Rodgers surely misses after extending his postseason drought to three years. If Jordan Love can play his best brand of football, the Packers stand to be a Super Bowl dark horse.</p><p>The Seahawks cannot think that far ahead, though. They just have to find a way to extend their season. A home win over the Minnesota Vikings in Week 16 could widen their path quite a bit, but the fans will have to show up for their guys. Maybe Rodgers’ jab is the nudge they need to teleport Lumen Field back in time to its heyday.</p><p>Ironically, the 12s are forced to cheer on the future Hall of Famer and the Jets this Sunday afternoon, as a win versus the Los Angeles Rams would do wonders for Seattle’s playoff hopes. Though, just like in the <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-most-blame-week-15-loss-packers">Seahawks’ matchup versus the Packers</a>, expect enthusiasm to be tempered.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Aaron Rodgers hilariously disses Seahawks fans after Packers’ Lumen Field takeover

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/why-seahawks-must-panic-after-catastrophic-loss-to-packers');   ga('set', 'title', 'Why Seahawks must panic after catastrophic loss to Packers');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Why-Seahawks-must-panic-after-catastrophic-loss-to-Packers.jpg"></figure><h1>Why Seahawks must panic after catastrophic loss to Packers</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-16T20:42:21-08:00">December 16th, 8:42pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-16T20:42:21-08:00">December 16th, 8:42pm</time><address><a>Shane Shoemaker</a>Shane Shoemaker is an Associate Editor and Editorial writer for ClutchPoints, covering a wide range of sports and entertainment topics. Shane is a lifelong Tennessean yet refuses allegiance to any Tennessee-based teams. He's a graduate from the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga with a BA in Communications/Journalism. There's a good chance he'll never let you forget the Atlanta Braves won the 2021 World Series.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Mini-Editorials</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>For three weeks, the Seattle Seahawks (8-6) were sitting atop the NFC West, having defeated the San Francisco 49ers—winners of the last two division titles—and the Arizona Cardinals in back-to-back weeks. They followed that success with wins over the New York Jets and a second victory against the Cardinals. Then came their Week 15 matchup against the Green Bay Packers.</p><p>In their six losses this season, five have been lopsided, with Seattle losing by more than one score, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-most-blame-week-15-loss-packers">including the 30-13 drubbing by the Packers</a>.</p><p>The Seahawks couldn’t get anything going offensively on Sunday, whether on the ground or through the air—a recurring theme for them at times this season. Matters only worsened when quarterback Geno Smith exited with a knee injury in the third quarter after taking a hit from Packers linebacker Edgerrin Cooper.</p><p>With the loss, coupled with the Rams’ win over the 49ers, Seattle and Los Angeles flip-flopped their NFC playoff positions within hours. The Seahawks, who had previously held the No. 4 seed as division leaders, dropped all the way to the No. 8 seed, becoming the first team out of the playoff picture.</p><p>There’s still time to rebound—three games remain—to reclaim the division title and solidify a playoff berth. But for now, it might be time to hit the panic button in Seattle.</p><h2><b>The Rams aren’t going anywhere, it seems</b></h2><p>Back in Week 10, the Rams looked lost after being convincingly beaten at home by the Miami Dolphins. Although they rebounded with a win over the New England Patriots the following week, they were humbled again in a 17-point loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.</p><p>However, since then, Los Angeles has rattled off three straight victories, including a thriller against one of the AFC’s best teams, the Buffalo Bills. In Week 15, the Rams picked up a far less pretty win, beating the once-powerful 49ers.</p><p>In the NFC West, no team is entirely trustworthy, but under Sean McVay, the Rams have shown time and again they can get hot late in the season—something that appears to be happening now.</p><p>Because of Seattle’s loss and the Rams’ win, the two teams swapped places in the NFC playoff picture. The Seahawks will get another shot at the Rams in the final week of the season, a matchup that could very well determine the NFC West champion. The Rams currently <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/standings/_/view/playoff" rel="noopener">hold the tiebreaker</a> based on head-to-head win percentage, according to ESPN.</p><h2><b>The Seahawks’ remaining schedule is brutal</b></h2><p>To reclaim the division and secure a playoff berth, the Seahawks may need to win out—and that won’t be easy. After facing one NFC North opponent in Week 15, Seattle will take on another in Week 16, this time at home against the Minnesota Vikings.</p><p>The Vikings are still in the hunt for their division title and will have plenty to play for. Following that, Seattle travels to face the Chicago Bears, a team out of playoff contention but still a tough out in December—especially in Chicago’s harsh weather.</p><p>Finally, as mentioned, the Seahawks end their season with a road game against the Rams, in what could be a matchup with massive playoff implications.</p><h2><b>How healthy is Geno Smith?</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Seattle-Washington-USA-Seattle-Seahawks-quarterback-Geno-Smith-7-sits-on-the-bench-after-an-injury-during-the-second-half-against-the-Green-Bay-Packers-at-Lumen-Field-1.jpg"><figcaption>Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Geno Smith took a nasty hit against the Packers, forcing him out of the game in the third quarter. Fortunately for the Seahawks, Smith’s postgame status brought some encouraging news as the regular season winds down.</p><p>“We’re fortunate,” Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald said, per the <a href="https://www.seahawks.com/news/seahawks-optimistic-that-tough-as-nails-geno-smith-will-play-this-week" rel="noopener">team’s official website</a>. “A lot of positive, optimistic signs coming out of the tests. Geno’s a beast, man. He was in here working out in the morning, working through it. I know he’s still feeling it, but this guy is tough as nails, and hopefully we’ll see him practice throughout the week. Optimistic that he’ll be ready for the game.”</p><p>While Macdonald’s comments were encouraging, they were also vague. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-mike-macdonald-vital-geno-smith-injury-update">It appears Smith is likely to play in Week 16</a> against the Vikings, but given how critical the remaining games are, his health will be something to monitor closely as Seattle fights to keep its playoff hopes alive.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Why Seahawks must panic after catastrophic loss to Packers

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/seahawks-news-mike-macdonald-vital-geno-smith-injury-update');   ga('set', 'title', 'Seahawks’ Mike Macdonald drops vital Geno Smith injury update');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Seahawks-news-Mike-Macdonald-drops-vital-Geno-Smith-injury-update.jpg"></figure><h1>Seahawks’ Mike Macdonald drops vital Geno Smith injury update</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-16T18:45:04-08:00">December 16th, 6:45pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-16T18:55:33-08:00">December 16th, 6:55pm</time><address><a>Mike Gianakos</a>Mike Gianakos is the former editor-in-chief of High Times magazine, where he also spearheaded the video department and event production. He is a longtime podcaster and even longer suffering NY Jets fan.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Green Bay Packers</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Seattle Seahawks came into Week 15 riding high. The team was on a four-game winning streak and alone at the top of the NFC West. But after a <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-seahawks-head-coach-mike-macdonald-tough-admission-loss-packers">humbling loss to the Green Bay Packers</a> on Sunday night, the Seahawks are suddenly in a desperate fight to make the playoffs. And the health of starting quarterback Geno Smith is of paramount importance.</p><p>Fortunately for Seattle, it <a href="https://x.com/johnpboyle/status/1868803204924030992" rel="noopener">looks as if</a> Smith avoided a serious injury against the Packers. Head coach Mike Macdonald told reporters Monday that he’s optimistic the veteran passer will practice and play in Week 16, according to Seahawks reporter John Boyle on X. “We’re fortunate, a lot of positive, optimistic signs,” Macdonald said. The coach then added that Smith was at the facility working out that morning and called him “a beast.”</p><p>Smith suffered the knee injury while attempting a pass under heavy pressure in the second half. He was <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-sam-howell-replaces-injured-geno-smith-packers">replaced in the game by backup QB Sam Howell</a>. When Smith was forced to exit the game, the Packers were already up 20-3 halfway through the third quarter.</p><p>Howell led the team to 10 points in relief but the numbers weren’t pretty for either passer. Smith threw for 149 scoreless yards and tossed an interception while Howell was even worse, going 5/14 for just 24 yards with zero touchdowns and an interception.</p><p>Clearly Seattle needs Smith under center to have a shot at the postseason. And the team anxiously awaited an <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-geno-smiths-concerning-knee-injury-important-update-packers-game">update on its quarterback’s ailing knee</a>. Despite Geno’s initial pain on the field and obvious frustration over having to leave the contest and head to the locker room, it appears the Seahawks dodged a bullet.</p><h2><b>The Seahawks need a healthy Geno Smith for their playoff push</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Geno-Smith-1.jpg"><figcaption>Steven Bisig-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Seattle is eager to put the embarrassing 30-13 loss to Green Bay behind them. Yes, Smith was hurt. True, starting running back <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-seattle-drops-kenneth-walker-iii-injury-update-packers-clash">Kenneth Walker III was unable to suit up</a> due to injury. But it’s unlikely either player being fully healthy would have changed the outcome. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/packers-news-matt-lafeur-fans-difference-seattle">Packers fans even drowned out Seahawks fans</a> in a surreal scene in Seattle, which is known for being one of the toughest places to play in the NFL because of the home field advantage created by crowd noise.</p><p>The Seahawks missed out on an opportunity to maintain a one-game lead over the Los Angeles Rams in the division. LA took care of business, beating the San Francisco 49ers and moving into sole possession of first place in the NFC West – despite the teams’ identical 8-6 records, the Rams won the first head-to-head matchup of the season.</p><p>Now the Seahawks will look to finish strong. Seattle takes on the Minnesota Vikings at home before traveling to Chicago to play the Bears and ending the regular season in what could be a decisive final clash with the Rams. But first and foremost for the team is the state of Smith’s knee.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Seahawks’ Mike Macdonald drops vital Geno Smith injury update

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/seahawks-most-blame-week-15-loss-packers');   ga('set', 'title', 'Seahawks most to blame for Week 15 loss to Packers');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Seahawks-most-to-blame-for-Week-15-loss-to-Packers.jpg"></figure><h1>Seahawks most to blame for Week 15 loss to Packers</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-16T06:09:46-08:00">December 16th, 6:09am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-16T06:09:46-08:00">December 16th, 6:09am</time><address><a>Christopher Hennessy</a>Christopher Hennessy graduated with a journalism degree from Fordham University in 2022. He has also worked at Spectrum News One in Albany, New York and with The Hockey Writers as a New York Islanders writer. Chris is originally from Connecticut and is a lifelong New York Yankees, Islanders, and Jets fan.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Green Bay Packers</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Seattle Seahawks <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-seahawks-head-coach-mike-macdonald-tough-admission-loss-packers">lost to the Green Bay Packers 30-13 in Week 15.</a> It was their sixth loss of the season and knocked Seattle out of first place in the NFC West. Injuries were the story of this game, as Geno Smith and <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-kenneth-walker-injury-status-packers-game-worry-fans">Kenneth Walker III were not on the field</a> by the end. When the Seahawks defense struggles and Sam Howell and Zach Charbonnet are on the field, things get ugly in Seattle.</p><p>The Packers <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671796/packers-seahawks" rel="noopener">rolled right</a> through the Seahawks starting at the opening kickoff. Josh Jacobs got eight carries and a touchdown on the opening drive, setting the tone for the game. Romeo Doubs caught his first of two touchdowns to give Green Bay a 14-0 first-quarter lead. The Seahawks battled back and narrowed the lead to 23-13 but could not get one final stop. The Packers left Seattle with their 10th win of the season.</p><p>Where do the Seahawks need to improve to make the playoffs? And why did they lose to the Packers? Here’s who should get the blame after Week 15’s brutal loss.</p><h2><b>Mike Macdonald’s defense needs to be better</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Christian-Watson-makes-catch.jpg"><figcaption>Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Mike Macdonald was hired by the Seahawks to be the Shanahan Tree Killer. After his Baltimore Ravens team went into San Francisco on Christmas last year and crushed the Niners, he became the hottest coaching name out there. They came out of the bye with four great games on defense but Sunday was not another one.</p><p>The Seahawks allowed six yards per play to the Packers on Sunday at home. What was once one of the toughest places to operate offensively was full of Packers fans and a dominant Green Bay performance. Their four-game win streak is gone, as is their top spot in the NFC West. Things are not over but the defense must be better.</p><p>Without a great defense, this Seahawks season will not go anywhere. Macdonald must get his group back in shape for next week’s tough matchup against the Minnesota Vikings.</p><h2><b>Zach Charbonnet was not featured enough</b></h2><p>Last week, Kenneth Walker III did not play for the Seahawks. Zach Charbonnet took the starting role and had 29 touches for 193 yards and two touchdowns. Walker was out again for this game and Charbonnet had nine touches for 66 yards. He broke off a long touchdown run in this game and struggled on other runs. When Geno Smith went out, Charbonnet needed more touches.</p><p>The Seahawks have one of the best running back rooms in the NFL with Walker and Charbonnet. They are very different backs, which creates problems for the defense. When they went to Charbonnet, he was fine in this game. He was not perfect like he was last week. But he was the best thing they had going.</p><h2><b>Seahawks need a better backup plan than Sam Howell</b></h2><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-geno-smiths-concerning-knee-injury-important-update-packers-game">Geno Smith left the game with a knee injury</a> in the fourth quarter and did not return. Sam Howell came into the game and was brutal, going 5-14 for 24 yards and one interception. The former Washington Commanders starter was brutal in this game and did not come even close to pulling off the comeback. They traded a fourth-round pick for Howell last offseason and it did not pay off in his first extended run at QB.</p><p>It is likely too late to replace Sam Howell this season. But if he struggles against the Vikings next week, assuming Smith cannot go, it could spell the end of the season for the Seahawks. It would necessitate a new backup next year after spending an asset to get Howell. Drew Lock won a game for them last year but Howell did not do that on Sunday.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Seahawks most to blame for Week 15 loss to Packers

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A die-hard San Francisco Giants fan and a football fanatic, Brayden further channels his baseball enthusiasm through his podcast, where he delves into the latest in sports with engaging commentary. He also serves as the Defensive Coordinator for Heritage High School. His commitment to sports journalism is evident in his diverse experiences with ContraCosta.news and his dedication to delivering compelling and insightful content.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Green Bay Packers</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-geno-smiths-concerning-knee-injury-important-update-packers-game">Seattle Seahawks suffered a humbling 30-13 defeat</a> at the hands of the Green Bay Packers on Sunday night, and head coach Mike Macdonald didn’t hold back in assessing the team’s performance. Speaking to reporters after the game, Macdonald <a href="https://x.com/Curtis_Crabtree/status/1868516257341047275" rel="noopener">took full responsibility</a> for the loss and candidly critiqued both the coaching staff and the players.</p><p>“Give Green Bay a lot of credit. I thought they out-coached us,” Macdonald said via Curtis Crabtree on X. “We didn’t have a good enough plan in all three phases. I’m responsible for that, and then, frankly, we didn’t play good enough.”</p><p>The Seahawks came into the game with high stakes, vying to maintain their position atop the NFC West. However, the loss dropped Seattle to 8-6 and out of first place in the division with the Los Angeles Rams overtaking them thanks to a head-to-head tiebreaker.</p><p>Seattle’s struggles were evident from the start. The Packers opened with two methodical touchdown drives, and by the time the Seahawks managed to put points on the board with a field goal, Green Bay already had a commanding 20-3 lead.</p><p>Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith, who had been relatively sharp in the first half, exited in the third quarter with a knee injury after being hit by Packers linebacker Edgerrin Cooper.</p><h2><b>Seahawks drop in the NFC West standings after a blowout loss</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Mike-Macdonald.jpg"><figcaption>Steven Bisig-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Backup quarterback Sam Howell struggled to find any rhythm in Smith’s absence, completing just 5 of 14 passes for 24 yards and an interception. While Smith’s injury was a pivotal moment, the Seahawks’ issues were much broader. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/packers-news-jordan-love-keeps-green-bay-grounded-take-amid-week-15-win-vs-seahawks">The Packers’ defense overwhelmed Seattle’s offensive line</a>, sacking their quarterbacks seven times and forcing two turnovers.</p><p>Meanwhile, Seattle’s defense couldn’t contain Green Bay’s offense early on, allowing Packers quarterback Jordan Love to throw for 229 yards and two touchdowns while running back Josh Jacobs added a rushing score.</p><p>Macdonald emphasized the need for accountability across the board. “We didn’t execute, and that starts with the coaching staff,” he admitted. “Our players fought, but we have to put them in better positions to succeed.”</p><p>The loss highlighted lingering concerns for Seattle as they head into the final stretch of the season. With Smith’s availability uncertain for next week’s game against the 11-2 Minnesota Vikings, the Seahawks are at risk of falling further out of playoff contention.</p><p>Despite the setback, Macdonald remained optimistic about his team’s ability to rebound. “We’ve got a lot of pride in that locker room,” he said. “It’s a tough loss, but we’ll regroup and get ready for Minnesota. There’s still a lot of football left to play.”</p><p>The Seahawks now face a critical juncture in their season. If they are to remain in the hunt for the NFC playoffs, they’ll need to address their shortcomings quickly, starting with their preparation and execution in all three phases of the game.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald makes tough admission after loss to Packers

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/seahawks-news-geno-smiths-concerning-knee-injury-important-update-packers-game');   ga('set', 'title', 'Seahawks QB Geno Smith’s concerning knee injury gets important update after Packers game');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Geno-Smiths-concering-knee-injury-gets-important-upate-after-Packers-game.jpg"></figure><h1>Seahawks QB Geno Smith’s concerning knee injury gets important update after Packers game</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-15T21:58:13-08:00">December 15th, 9:58pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-15T21:58:13-08:00">December 15th, 9:58pm</time><address><a>Brayden Haena</a>Brayden Haena is an Associate Editor at ClutchPoints. A die-hard San Francisco Giants fan and a football fanatic, Brayden further channels his baseball enthusiasm through his podcast, where he delves into the latest in sports with engaging commentary. He also serves as the Defensive Coordinator for Heritage High School. His commitment to sports journalism is evident in his diverse experiences with ContraCosta.news and his dedication to delivering compelling and insightful content.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Green Bay Packers</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-sam-howell-replaces-injured-geno-smith-packers">Seattle Seahawks are anxiously awaiting clarity</a> on the status of quarterback Geno Smith after he suffered a knee injury in <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seattle-seahawks-bold-predictions-for-week-15-sunday-night-football-vs-packers">Sunday’s 30-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers.</a> The injury occurred in the third quarter when Smith attempted a pass under pressure, leaping to release the ball as Packers linebacker Edgerrin Cooper collided with his lower leg. Smith landed awkwardly and <a href="https://x.com/MikeDugar/status/1868516410068238648" rel="noopener">remained on the ground in visible pain</a> before limping off the field.</p><p>Head coach Mike Macdonald provided a tentative update after the game, stating that initial indications suggest the injury isn’t structurally serious. “Structurally it looks like it’s OK,” Macdonald said, per The Athletic’s Michael Dugar. “We’ll do all the tests tomorrow. We don’t know whether Geno will have to miss time. Tests will determine that.”</p><p>Smith’s frustration was evident as he slammed his helmet on the sideline before heading to the locker room. Backup quarterback Sam Howell stepped in but struggled to generate any offensive momentum. Howell finished the game completing just 5-of-14 passes for 24 yards and an interception. With Smith sidelined, the Seahawks’ offense couldn’t mount a comeback, dropping them to 8-6 on the season.</p><h2><b>Geno Smith may miss some time for the Seahawks</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Geno-Smith.jpg"><figcaption>Steven Bisig-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>The injury comes at a critical juncture for the Seahawks, who are in a tight race for the NFC West title. They are now tied with the Los Angeles Rams for the division lead, but the Rams hold the tiebreaker after winning the first head-to-head matchup. The teams will face off again in the regular-season finale on Jan. 5, a game that could determine the division winner.</p><p>If Smith’s injury forces him to miss time, the Seahawks’ playoff hopes could take a serious hit. Their remaining schedule includes matchups against tough opponents, and without Smith at the helm, Seattle’s path to the postseason becomes significantly more challenging. The 9-5 Washington Commanders are also in the mix for the NFC’s final wild-card spot, putting additional pressure on the Seahawks to secure wins in their last three games.</p><p>Macdonald emphasized the importance of Smith’s leadership and playmaking ability for the team. “Geno’s been a huge part of our success this season,” he said. “We’re hopeful he’ll be back soon, but we’ll prepare for whatever comes next.”</p><p>For now, the Seahawks and their fans will hold their breath as they await the results of Smith’s medical tests. With the stakes higher than ever, his health could very well determine whether Seattle secures a playoff berth or faces another disappointing postseason absence.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Seahawks QB Geno Smith’s concerning knee injury gets important update after Packers game

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/seahawks-news-sam-howell-replaces-injured-geno-smith-packers');   ga('set', 'title', 'Seahawks’ Sam Howell replaces injured Geno Smith vs. Packers');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Seahawks-news-Sam-Howell-replaced-injured-Geno-Smith-vs.-Packers.jpg"></figure><h1>Seahawks’ Sam Howell replaces injured Geno Smith vs. Packers</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-15T19:18:35-08:00">December 15th, 7:18pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-15T19:31:26-08:00">December 15th, 7:31pm</time><address><a>Rexwell Villas</a>Rexwell Villas is an experienced sports writer covering a variety of sports, including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and college football. He's a Communications Arts graduate from the University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines, and he claims to have JR Smith's conscience with his shot selection. He has won a basketball, a baseball, and a football championship in fantasy all within a year.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">NFL</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Seattle Seahawks backup quarterback Sam Howell has <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1868493054405222599" rel="noopener">entered Sunday night’s game</a> <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seattle-seahawks-bold-predictions-for-week-15-sunday-night-football-vs-packers">against the Green Bay Packers</a> to replace starter Geno Smith, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.</p><p>“Seahawks QB Sam Howell has replaced the injured Geno Smith,” shared Schefter via a post on X (formerly Twitter).</p><p>Smith appeared to suffer a lower-body injury in the second half of the Packer game. At the time of this writing, Smith is <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1868494770819190851" rel="noopener">deemed questionable</a> to return to action, according to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network.</p><p>Before he left the game, Smith had passed for 149 yards with zero touchdowns and an interception on 15-of-19 pass completions.</p><p>It appears that Smith got hurt after getting hit in the leg by Green Bay linebacker Edgerrin Cooper. The former West Virginia Mountaineers quarterback immediately went down and was in visible pain after the hit. Smith managed to walk off the field under his own power but also limped on his way to the locker room presumably to have a further look on his injury. The Seahawks later <a href="https://x.com/seahawksPR/status/1868494446251458990" rel="noopener">listed it as a knee injury</a>.</p><p>With Smith currently out of the game, Howell’s readiness for such an emergency is being put to the test. Prior to the showdown against the Packers, Howell had only seen the field once, which was back in Week 7, during a road game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium versus the Atlanta Falcons. If Smith would need some time away from the action, Howell can be expected to become the Seahawks’ temporary starter under center. He has some experience in that role, having started 17 games in 2023 with the Washington Commanders, passing for 3,946 yards and 21 touchdowns against 24 interceptions.</p><p>The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/2-players-packers-seahawks-will-determine-outcome">Seahawks entered Week 15 on sitting precariouosly on top of the NFC West division</a> with an 8-5 record. Breathing down their necks are the 8-6 Los Angeles Rams and the 7-7 Arizona Cardinals, who won their respective Week 15 assignments.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Seahawks’ Sam Howell replaces injured Geno Smith vs. Packers

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/seattle-seahawks-bold-predictions-for-week-15-sunday-night-football-vs-packers');   ga('set', 'title', 'Seattle Seahawks bold predictions for Week 15 Sunday Night Football vs. Packers');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/PUB-12-11-Seattle-Seahawks-bold-predictions-for-Week-15-Sunday-Night-Football-vs.-Packers.jpg"></figure><h1>Seattle Seahawks bold predictions for Week 15 Sunday Night Football vs. Packers</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-15T12:14:01-08:00">December 15th, 12:14pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-15T12:14:01-08:00">December 15th, 12:14pm</time><address><a>Ben Strauss</a>Ben Strauss is an Associate Editor at ClutchPoints. He is a die-hard NFL fan who cheers for the Detroit Lions. He has previously written fantasy football content for IDPGuys and ImportantNonsense.com.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">NFL</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Seattle Seahawks are in a tight race during the final four weeks of the regular season. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/nfl-power-rankings-week-15-vikings-roll-as-steelers-get-revenge">Seattle is 8-5 heading into Week 15</a> and is in a heated battle with Los Angeles for the NFC West division title. The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/rams-news-sean-mcvay-whats-really-cool-win-49ers">Rams got a big win on Thursday against the 49ers</a>, bringing them up to 8-6. Seattle desperately needs a win in Week 15 to pull ahead of LA.</p><p>Ultimately, the Week 18 matchup between the Rams and Seahawks could become the game that decides who wins the NFC West. However, there is a path for Seattle clinching the division title before that game happens.</p><p>It all starts by putting away a talented Packers team on Sunday.</p><p>If this game happened earlier in the season, it would probably be a rout by the Packers. However, the Seahawks have been playing excellent defense lately and seem to have established their identity on offense. They legitimately have a chance to upset the Packers, and they have plenty of motivation to get the job done.</p><p>Do the Seahawks have what it takes to get a huge upset win against the Packers? Or will they take a loss and fall behind in the NFC West divisional race?</p><p>Below we will explore three Seahawks bold predictions ahead of their crucial <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/packers-vs-seahawks-predictions-pick-odds-spread-for-nfl-week-15-2024">Week 15 matchup against the Packers on Sunday Night Football</a>.</p><p><i><b>*Watch NFL games LIVE with fuboTV <a href="https://www.fubo.tv/lp/football/?irad=356362&amp;irmp=492408" rel="noopener sponsored">(Get Access | Save $30)</a>*</b></i></p><h2><b>Seahawks will have equal passing and rushing yards against the Packers</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Seattle-Seahawks-QB-Geno-Smith.jpg"><figcaption>Mark Smith-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>The Seahawks have gone as Geno Smith goes ever since he replaced Russell Wilson. Seattle has yet to reach the highs of the 2022 season, where Smith had 4,282 yards and 30 touchdowns. However, they are thriving in the f<a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-seattle-hire-ravens-mike-macdonald-head-coach">irst year under new head coach Mike Macdonald</a>.</p><p>Smith does not have as many touchdowns as in past seasons, but he is successfully moving Seattle’s offense. He has thrown for 3,474 yards with 14 touchdowns and 12 interceptions with only four games left to play. It’s within the realm of possibility that Smith throws for a career high in passing yards.</p><p>However, I’m not sure if that’s the right approach for the Seahawks in Week 15. Green Bay has excellent pass coverage, highlighted by <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/packers-news-xavier-mckinney-accomplishes-feat-not-seen-in-45-years">safety Xavier McKinney who always seems to come down with an interception</a>.</p><p>I believe that Geno Smith will have a solid game, but the Seahawks will lean heavily on the running game. If they do that, they’ll have a solid chance of winning this game.</p><p>My prediction: Seattle will have the same amount of passing and rushing yards against the Packers on Sunday Night Football.</p><h2><b>Zach Charbonnet repeats his dominant performance from Week 14</b></h2><p>Charbonnet filled in for the injured Kenneth Walker III in Week 14 against the Cardinals. He had a breakout game that showcased all of his impressive skills.</p><p>Charbonnet carried the rock 22 times for 134 yards and two touchdowns. That is good for an impressive 6.1 yards per carry on a large volume of carries. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-zach-charbonnet-nfl-season-high-powerful-performance-vs-cardinals">Charbonnet showcased his powerful running style and dominated the entire game</a>, especially close to the goal line.</p><p>Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/42866901/seattle-seahawks-nfc-west-playoff-fourth-straight-win-run-game-key" rel="noopener">praised him for the impressive performance</a> after the game last week.</p><p>“Zach did a great job,” Macdonald said via ESPN. “We gave him a game ball. Gave the offensive line a game ball. Just ran really physical, and it’s tough to tackle that guy in the open field.”</p><p>I believe that Charbonnet will have another great game in front of a national audience.</p><p>My prediction: Charbonnet will show Seahawks fans a repeat of last week’s dominant effort. He will rush for at least 100 yards and get at least one rushing touchdown.</p><h2><b>Seahawks defense limits Josh Jacobs, forces turnovers in winning effort</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Leonard-Williams.jpg"><figcaption>Steven Bisig-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Mike Macdonald’s calling card is his defense. He is starting to put together a unit that understands his defensive scheme and plays with intensity.</p><p>The Seahawks have plenty of new faces on defense who embody everything that Macdonald loves. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/meet-seahawks-2024-nfl-draft-class-grades-all-8-picks">Seattle drafted Byron Murphy II in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft</a>. They also drafted linebacker Tyrice Knight. The Seahawks also <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/titans-news-tennessee-trade-seattle-deandre-hopkins-deal">traded for linebacker Ernest Jones IV from the Titans</a> earlier this season.</p><p>Seattle’s defense is coming into its own recently. The Seahawks have allowed 21 points or fewer per game in their last seven matchups, during which they have a record of 5-2.</p><p>I believe the Seahawks will prioritize shutting down the Packers’ running game. They will also look for opportunities to steal possessions with turnovers, which could be the difference in this one.</p><p>My prediction: Josh Jacobs is limited to fewer than 80 rushing yards. The Seahawks will also win the turnover battle against the Packers, which will give them enough of an edge to win the game.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Seattle Seahawks bold predictions for Week 15 Sunday Night Football vs. Packers

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/seahawks-news-seattle-drops-kenneth-walker-iii-injury-update-packers-clash');   ga('set', 'title', 'Seahawks drop devastating Kenneth Walker III injury update before Packers clash');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Seahawks-news-Seattle-drops-devastating-Kenneth-Walker-III-injury-update-before-Packers-clash.jpg"></figure><h1>Seahawks drop devastating Kenneth Walker III injury update before Packers clash</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-13T13:50:40-08:00">December 13th, 1:50pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-13T14:18:09-08:00">December 13th, 2:18pm</time><address><a>Malik Brown</a>Malik Brown is a multimedia reporter based in Atlanta who covers the Hawks and Dream for ClutchPoints. Malik has worked in entertainment and sports, and he specializes in the NBA and NFL.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">NFL</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Seattle Seahawks will be taking on the Green Bay Packers in Week 15, and they may be going to battle without one of their key offensive players. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-kenneth-walker-injury-status-packers-game-worry-fans">Kenneth Walker III was listed on the injury report</a> as doubtful for the game with a calf injury. Walker missed Week 14 with the injury, and at this point, there’s no timetable for when he could return to the field.</p><p>While Walker has been sidelined, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-zach-charbonnet-nfl-season-high-powerful-performance-vs-cardinals">Zach Charbonnet has taken over the top spot</a> at running back for the Seahawks, and he’s been playing well. Walker has missed time throughout the season, but when he’s on the field, he’s one of the most physical running backs in the league.</p><p>Earlier this week, head coach Mike Macdonald said that Walker is <a href="https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/seahawks/heres-latest-on-kenneth-walker-iii-injury-status-seahawks-notebook/" rel="noopener">listed as day-to-day</a>.</p><p>“I would like to see him (practice) at some point (this week),’’ Macdonald said Wednesday. “But I wouldn’t say that (not practicing) would exclude him from playing.”</p><h2>Seahawks may be without Kenneth Walker III in Week 15</h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Kenneth-Walker-III.jpg"><figcaption>Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>The Seahawks will most likely play their second straight game with Kenneth Walker III as he continues to try and recover from a calf injury. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-kenneth-walker-iii-shoulder-injury-week-16-titans">Walker has missed time throughout the season</a>, but when he’s on the field, he’s rushed for 542 yards and seven touchdowns. The Seahawks pride themselves on establishing the run, and they’re at their best when they can get it going.</p><p>With Walker out, Zach Charbonnet will take over, which hasn’t been a bad option for the Seahawks this season.</p><p>The Seahawks are trying to keep their lead in the division, as the NFC West is getting tight down the stretch of the season. With the Los Angeles Rams taking down the San Francisco 49ers, they’re not far off from the Seahawks, who are 8-5 going into their matchup against the Packers. If the Seahawks lose this week, it may give the Arizona Cardinals and San Francisco 49ers some confidence that they still have a chance to win the division, which is why they need to handle business.</p><p>Staying healthy will be the main key for the Seahawks through these final games of the season, and hopefully, Walker can come back at some point and help the team. DK Metcalf has been playing through an injury for the past few games as well, but he doesn’t have an injury destination ahead of their Packers game, which is a huge plus for their offense.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Seahawks drop devastating Kenneth Walker III injury update before Packers clash

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His work has been featured in publications such as Bleacher Report, 247Sports, Yardbarker, Forbes, Saturday Tradition, Saturday Down South, Prep Hoops and many others.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Editorials</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>This is as important as it gets <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/packers-vs-seahawks-predictions-pick-odds-spread-for-nfl-week-15-2024">for the Green Bay Packers and Seattle Seahawks</a>. Their Week 15 matchup won’t have the intensity of a win-and-you’re-in game and we’re not yet in the NFL playoffs, but there will be a playoff atmosphere for this Sunday Night football match-up at Lumen Field.</p><p>There’s a ton on the line for both teams as they each look to secure their playoff positioning. For the 9-4 Packers, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/lessons-packers-can-learn-heartbreaking-loss-lions">bouncing back from their Week 14 loss to the Detroit Lions</a> will be crucial. The Packers currently control the sixth seed in the NFC playoffs, but they don’t have a ton of wiggle room with both the Washington Commanders and Los Angeles Rams behind them with the capability to get hot.</p><p>The Packers haven’t yet clinched a spot in the playoffs, but they do control their own destiny with four games left. They need to win this one for multiple reasons, but mostly because it would prove that they can beat a playoff team.</p><p>Speaking of clinching, the 8-5 Seahawks are holding on to a slim lead in the NFC West. They control the division as well as the three seed right now, but the Rams are right behind them at 7-6 and with a game scheduled between the two in Week 18, the Seahawks don’t have a ton of room to stumble.</p><p>With so much on the line in this one, several players on either team will need to step up and secure the win. Still, these are the two most important players in this Week 15 game, one from each side.</p><h2><b>Jordan Love needs to shine for Packers</b></h2><p>There’s a strong correlation between Jordan Love being healthy and Jordan Love playing good football. The good news for him and the Packers is that after a start to the season that saw him banged up in multiple ways, he was able to get healthy after the bye week and he’s starting to play a high-level brand of quarterback.</p><p>Love has thrown for five touchdowns in Green Bay’s last three games with zero interceptions. His passer rating has been an average of 116.2, which is much improved from the 91.6 passer rating average he had for his first eight games played on the season.</p><p>When Love is able to scan the field and move around in the pocket, Green Bay’s offense can be explosive. His arm is going to be extremely important, because the Packers may have a hard time <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/why-josh-jacobs-must-be-2024-mvp-conversation">leaning on Josh Jacobs</a> in this one. The Seahawks will certainly stack the box and try to take Jacobs out of it after the run he’s had over the past four games.</p><h2><b>Zach Charbonnet must have another big day for Seahawks</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Seattle-Seahawks-RB-Zach-Charbonnet-has-been-running-wild.jpg"><figcaption>Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Seattle’s star running back, Kenneth Walker III, missed Week 14 with a calf injury and <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-kenneth-walker-injury-status-packers-game-worry-fans">heading into this Week 15 clash with the Packers</a>, the Seahawks are unsure if he’ll be able to play. He’s <a href="https://www.seahawks.com/news/kenneth-walker-iii-day-to-day-right-now-and-other-seahawks-injury-updates" rel="noopener">officially listed as day-to-day</a>, per head coach Mike Macdonald.</p><p>“He’s still day-to-day right now,” Macdonald said on Wednesday per the team website. “It got more kind of complicated as the week went on, so that’s why we had to do some more tests and stuff, but right now there’s positive signs. So we’ll just say day-to-day I think is fair, but it’s not long term.”</p><p>While not having Walker would hurt in this one, the Seahawks should feel good about his replacement, second-year running back Zach Charbonnet. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/seahawks-news-zach-charbonnet-nfl-season-high-powerful-performance-vs-cardinals">Charbonnet stepped up in Walker’s absence against the Arizona Cardinals</a>, rushing 22 times for a career-high 134 yards and two touchdowns.</p><p>The Packers were able to slow down the Lions’ rushing attack in Week 14, allowing just 94 rushing yards and a touchdown to the combination of David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs. But Green Bay has been gashed by big plays in the past.</p><p>New defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley’s defense is opportunistic, but his scheme does allow big plays over the middle of the field when the defense gets sucked in by the threat of the run.</p><p>That makes Charbonnet extremely important for the Seahawks against the Packers. He’ll have to have another big game in order for them to win, but even the threat of him pounding the rock up the middle can open some things up for Geno Smith and the passing game.</p><p>Even if Walker will be able to play, Charbonnet should still have a big role in this one for the Seahawks. He has rushed 97 times for 400 yards and seven touchdowns this season. He’s absolutely one of the better second-backs in the league, so whether he’s starter or coming in to give Walker a spell, the Seahawks need him to have a big game.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

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