Pitting one of the NFL's premier receiving corps against an opportunistic secondary, the Seahawks respect the Packers but won't be conservative either.
ramp up preparations for the Green Bay Packers on Sunday Night Football, they should get their wish with the visitors getting healthier on defense.
"They've got some ball-hawking guys," Smith said prior to Thursday's practice. "One of their safeties I think leads the league or is tied for the lead in the league in interceptions, McKinney. ... He's been a great player throughout his career. I think he's a really good safety back there. So eyes on him, where he is. Jaire is supposed to be playing, I'm guessing, and he's been a perennial Pro Bowler, a top corner in this league.
As for Alexander, while injuries have limited him to only seven games this season, the two-time All-Pro selection has remained stingy in coverage when healthy. Opposing quarterbacks have completed under 60 percent of their throws against him and while he has allowed a pair of touchdowns, the veteran cornerback has produced three pass breakups and two interceptions on just 25 targets, including a pick six in a win over the Titans earlier this season.
But while Green Bay ranks in the top 10 in EPA per pass and pass defense DVOA, Halfey's unit hasn't been infallible either, particularly when it comes to defending the middle of the field. Opposing quarterbacks have feasted between the numbers on in-breaking routes, including Detroit's Jared Goff completing 14 out of 17 such throws for 152 yards and two touchdowns last Thursday night.
Smith-Njigba and Lockett have also excelled on in-breaking routes in Ryan Grubb's offense, as both receivers have averaged north of 16 yards per reception on such routes this season, giving Smith the ideal targets to attack Green Bay's aforementioned deficiencies and potentially set up a few opportunities to open up the skies later in the game.
Indonesia Berita Terbaru, Indonesia Berita utama
Similar News:Anda juga dapat membaca berita serupa dengan ini yang kami kumpulkan dari sumber berita lain.
Seahawks-49ers Score: Geno Smith delivers winning touchdown, 20-17 Seahawks winThe streak is over! The Seahawks have finally beaten the 49ers!
Baca lebih lajut »
Geno Smith's late TD run leads the Seahawks past the 49ers 20-17Geno Smith scampered past the tired San Francisco defense for the go-ahead score in the closing seconds and struck the iconic Stephen Curry 'night night' pose.
Baca lebih lajut »
Seahawks have new life after Geno Smith's possibly season-saving TD runSeahawks quarterback Geno Smith delivered in one of the season’s biggest moments and boosted Seattle to a much-needed victory over the rival San Francisco 49ers. Smith’s 13-yard touchdown run with 12 seconds left gave Seattle a 20-17 victory, its first win over San Francisco since 2021.
Baca lebih lajut »
Seahawks Eyeing Next Year's Best Defense, Geno Smith's Trust, and Oluwatimi's Strong StartToday’s links explore the potential of the Seattle Seahawks' defense for next year, the team's support for quarterback Geno Smith despite performance concerns, and the promising debut of center Olu Oluwatimi.
Baca lebih lajut »
Geno Smith trolls Jets after leading Seahawks to comeback winGeno Smith wasn’t the answer at quarterback for the Jets, but he was their pallbearer Sunday.
Baca lebih lajut »
Geno Smith makes it personal as Seahawks shock 49ers with late scoreSmith’s run capped an 80-yard drive in 11 plays that took 2:26 off the clock.
Baca lebih lajut »