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Seahawks vs. Cardinals Rematch: 5 Bold Predictions You Can’t Miss!

2024-12-08

Author: Yan

Attention Seahawks fans! As we dive into Week 14 of the NFL season, the Seattle Seahawks are on the cusp of claiming the NFC West title. However, one slip-up against the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale could jeopardize their lead. With a victory—and likely some help from the Buffalo Bills—Seattle could solidify their position in the division race.

Recap of Last Week’s Predictions:

1. Bold Prediction: Geno Smith’s interception streak ends. Nailed it! Smith managed to keep his passes clean.

2. Offense Prediction: Kenneth Walker III breaks a run longer than 20 yards. The wait continues—no big runs this time around!

3. Defense Prediction: Riq Woolen picks off Aaron Rodgers. Turns out, Woolen wasn’t necessary as the defense held strong!

4. Enemy Prediction: Quinnen Williams records multiple sacks. Williams made his presence felt, disrupting the run but missed out on a sack—his brother, Quincy, had the honor of sacking Smith.

5. Game Prediction: Geno Smith leads a last-minute drive for a comeback win. Smith indeed directed an ugly but effective game-winning drive, despite a rather lackluster performance.

Now, let’s shift gears to the highly anticipated rematch against the Cardinals!

1. Bold Prediction: The Seahawks special teams force a takeaway. After one of the worst outings in special teams history, the Seahawks made significant changes, cutting ties with players Dee Williams and Laviska Shenault Jr. Enter Ty Zentner, who may need to step up due to Michael Dickson’s injury. Look for the Seahawks to turn the tables and snag a turnover from the Cardinals' special teams—specifically from former Seattle star DeeJay Dallas!

2. Offense Prediction: Jaxon Smith-Njigba catches his first road touchdown. Despite having eight touchdowns to his name, JSN is due for a breakthrough away from home. With a solid performance in recent weeks, he’s primed to become a key target and finally add that elusive road touchdown to his resume.

3. Defense Prediction: Leonard Williams continues his sack streak. Leonard Williams has been a beast, recording 4.5 sacks over the last two games. He’s been a disruptive force, especially against Kyler Murray. While a third consecutive game with multiple sacks might be a stretch, expect Williams to still shine and get at least one sack, moving him toward double digits this season.

4. Enemy Prediction: Cardinals cause at least two Seahawks turnovers. Seattle has been efficient with the ball during their winning streak, but each game presents its challenges. The Cardinals have managed to force turnovers in their recent games, and given Smith’s struggles with interceptions, this could be a prime opportunity for Arizona to capitalize on Seattle’s offensive gaffes.

5. Game Prediction: Seahawks’ offense falters, leading to a loss against the Cardinals. Historically, the Seahawks have excelled in Glendale, but recent struggles at home raise concerns. The offense has shown too many inconsistencies, leading to costly turnovers and missed opportunities in the red zone. Given the defense's improvement on both sides, the game could become a battle of wits. However, if Seattle’s offensive issues linger, a gritty Cardinals team may capitalize on those mistakes, securing a 23-17 victory.

Will the Seahawks trump the Cardinals, or will the past haunt them? It’s a game you won’t want to miss! Get ready for a thrilling clash that might just change the landscape of the NFC West race.