Monday, August 16, 2004
MONDAY NIGHT PREHAWKS
SEAHAWKS 21, PACKERS 3
Sure, it is only a preseason game. But tonight, the Seahawks were ready to play. It's encouraging to see, no doubt about it.
Matt Hasselbeck played in the 1st quarter and led the Hawks on a 14-play, 68 yard drive that went 6:29, capped off by a Mack Strong 2-yard touchdown run. In his one quarter of play, Hasselbeck went 5-of-9 for 56 yards. But don't call him Mr. August anymore, folks.
Shaun Alexander ran for 10 yards on 5 carries. This is a contract year for him, so I'm expecting a huge year from the Alabama man.
Darrell Jackson had two receptions for 25 yards, including a key 16-yard catch on 3rd down on the 'Hawks first scoring drive. Needless to say, he has to catch the ball this season.
Koren Robinson didn't make the trip to Green Bay, along with Grant Wistrom, Bobby Taylor, Steve Hutchinson, and Trent Dilfer.
But for me, I was interested in seeing Jerramy Stevens. The third-year tight end out of Washington, Stevens' off-the-field troubles have plagued his career so far. If he can stay out of trouble, he will be a factor in the 'Hawks offense. Tonight, Stevens had 3 receptions for 32 yards, which led all receivers.
Seneca Wallace took over for Hasselbeck in the 2nd quarter and put himself closer to earning the #3 quarterback spot. Wallace completed 14 of 26 passes for 135 yards and 1 touchdown to Jerheme Urban, who has impressed so far in Cheney. Brock Huard did not play, due to back spasms.
After reporting to Cheney in just the past week, Marcus Tubbs made a nice impression, sacking Brett Favre in the 1st quarter. The 'Hawks need Tubbs to produce in 2004.
What really impressed me about tonight's game is the play of the offensive line during the 1st quarter. Hasselbeck didn't get sacked once, so that's a good thing. Just keep Hass healthy, please. Sure, the 'Hawks may have a Super Bowl champion as their backup QB, but that doesn't matter. If the 'Hawks are to do anything in 2004, they need a healthy Matt Hasselbeck.
Interesting fact from Seahawks.com:
Seattle is 1-0 against Green Bay in the preseason after taking a 38-21 decision on August 12, 1983. It just so happens that the last time the Seahawks played the Packers in the preseason was the last and only time the Seahawks advanced as far as the conference championship game.
Wow. I would hope that there's something to this. But we'll see.
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The Seahawks host the Broncos Saturday night at Qwest Field. Be cool or be cast out.
Programming note: The 2003 Seahawks NFL Yearbook will be on at 10 p.m. Pacific on ESPN 2, Midnight Central. FYI, it's the same show that is on the DVD that is currently on sale.
Sure, it is only a preseason game. But tonight, the Seahawks were ready to play. It's encouraging to see, no doubt about it.
Matt Hasselbeck played in the 1st quarter and led the Hawks on a 14-play, 68 yard drive that went 6:29, capped off by a Mack Strong 2-yard touchdown run. In his one quarter of play, Hasselbeck went 5-of-9 for 56 yards. But don't call him Mr. August anymore, folks.
Shaun Alexander ran for 10 yards on 5 carries. This is a contract year for him, so I'm expecting a huge year from the Alabama man.
Darrell Jackson had two receptions for 25 yards, including a key 16-yard catch on 3rd down on the 'Hawks first scoring drive. Needless to say, he has to catch the ball this season.
Koren Robinson didn't make the trip to Green Bay, along with Grant Wistrom, Bobby Taylor, Steve Hutchinson, and Trent Dilfer.
But for me, I was interested in seeing Jerramy Stevens. The third-year tight end out of Washington, Stevens' off-the-field troubles have plagued his career so far. If he can stay out of trouble, he will be a factor in the 'Hawks offense. Tonight, Stevens had 3 receptions for 32 yards, which led all receivers.
Seneca Wallace took over for Hasselbeck in the 2nd quarter and put himself closer to earning the #3 quarterback spot. Wallace completed 14 of 26 passes for 135 yards and 1 touchdown to Jerheme Urban, who has impressed so far in Cheney. Brock Huard did not play, due to back spasms.
After reporting to Cheney in just the past week, Marcus Tubbs made a nice impression, sacking Brett Favre in the 1st quarter. The 'Hawks need Tubbs to produce in 2004.
What really impressed me about tonight's game is the play of the offensive line during the 1st quarter. Hasselbeck didn't get sacked once, so that's a good thing. Just keep Hass healthy, please. Sure, the 'Hawks may have a Super Bowl champion as their backup QB, but that doesn't matter. If the 'Hawks are to do anything in 2004, they need a healthy Matt Hasselbeck.
Interesting fact from Seahawks.com:
Seattle is 1-0 against Green Bay in the preseason after taking a 38-21 decision on August 12, 1983. It just so happens that the last time the Seahawks played the Packers in the preseason was the last and only time the Seahawks advanced as far as the conference championship game.
Wow. I would hope that there's something to this. But we'll see.
--- --- --- --- ---
The Seahawks host the Broncos Saturday night at Qwest Field. Be cool or be cast out.
Programming note: The 2003 Seahawks NFL Yearbook will be on at 10 p.m. Pacific on ESPN 2, Midnight Central. FYI, it's the same show that is on the DVD that is currently on sale.
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