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The 2017 season was the Seattle Seahawks' 42nd in the National Football League (NFL) and their eighth under head coach Pete Carroll. The Seahawks tried to improve their 10–5–1 record from 2016. However, it did not happen because of injuries to key defensive players and poor offensive performances. After the Atlanta Falcons' Week 17 win over the Carolina Panthers, they were eliminated from playoff contention for the first time since 2011. They also failed to achieve a 10-win season for the first time since that same season. This was Russell Wilson's first season not making the playoffs.
Key Information
During the season, Russell Wilson broke Eli Manning's NFL record for most 4th quarter touchdowns in a single season with 18; the previous record was 15. Wilson also led the NFL in touchdown passes with 34.
This was also the final season of the original Legion of Boom playing together, as well as the 21st and last full season under the ownership of Paul Allen, who died during the 2018 season.
Roster changes
[edit]Free agents
[edit]Unrestricted
[edit]| Position | Player | 2017 team | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| K | Steven Hauschka | Buffalo Bills | Signed with the Bills on March 10[2] |
| WR | Devin Hester | Retired | Retired |
| DT | John Jenkins | Chicago Bears | Signed with the Bears on March 17[3] |
| S | Jeron Johnson | Jacksonville Jaguars | Signed with the Jaguars on August 6[4] |
| S | Kelcie McCray | ||
| DT | Tony McDaniel | New Orleans Saints | Signed with the Saints on June 15[5] |
| DE | Damontre Moore | Dallas Cowboys | Signed with the Cowboys on March 12[6] |
| FB | Marcel Reece | Seattle Seahawks | Re-signed on July 29,[7] released on September 2[8] |
| OT | Bradley Sowell | Chicago Bears | Signed with the Bears on May 2[9] |
| CB | Neiko Thorpe | Seattle Seahawks | Re-signed on March 14[10] |
| FB | Will Tukuafu | ||
| TE | Brandon Williams | Indianapolis Colts | Signed with the Colts on March 20[11] |
| TE | Luke Willson | Seattle Seahawks | Re-signed on March 17[12] |
Restricted
[edit]| Position | Player | 2017 Team | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| LB | Brock Coyle | San Francisco 49ers | Signed with the 49ers on March 10[13] |
| OT | Garry Gilliam | San Francisco 49ers | Signed with the 49ers on April 18[14] |
| LB | Mike Morgan | Seattle Seahawks | Re-signed on July 31[15] |
| CB | Mohammed Seisay | ||
| CB | DeShawn Shead | Seattle Seahawks | Signed tender on March 17[16] |
| S | Steven Terrell | Kansas City Chiefs | Signed with the Chiefs on July 6[17] |
Exclusive-Rights
[edit]| Position | Player | 2017 Team | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| DE | Tavaris Barnes | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Signed with the Buccaneers on May 31[18] |
| FB | Brandon Cottom | Seattle Seahawks | Signed tender on May 4[19] |
| CB | Stanley Jean-Baptiste | Jacksonville Jaguars | Signed with the Jaguars on July 25[20] |
| RB | Terrence Magee | Seattle Seahawks | Signed tender on April 18[21] |
| LB | Dewey McDonald | Seattle Seahawks | Signed tender on March 28[22] |
| RB | Troymaine Pope | Seattle Seahawks | Signed tender on April 18[21] |
| TE | Ronnie Shields | ||
| WR | Tyler Slavin | ||
| TE | Joe Sommers |
Signings
[edit]| Position | Player | 2016 Team | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| CB | Perrish Cox | Tennessee Titans | Signed January 18[23] |
| K | Blair Walsh | Minnesota Vikings | Signed February 9[24] |
| OG | Luke Joeckel | Jacksonville Jaguars | Signed March 9[25] |
| RB | Eddie Lacy | Green Bay Packers | Signed March 14[26] |
| OG | Oday Aboushi | Houston Texans | Signed March 17[27] |
| LB | Arthur Brown | New York Jets | Signed March 17[28] |
| S | Bradley McDougald | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Signed March 22[29] |
| K | John Lunsford | Free Agent | Signed March 22[29] |
| LB | Michael Wilhoite | San Francisco 49ers | Signed March 23[30] |
| LB | Terence Garvin | Washington Redskins | Signed March 24[22] |
| DE | Dion Jordan | Miami Dolphins | Signed April 11[31] |
| LB | Kache Palacio | Seattle Seahawks | Signed April 18[21] |
| QB | Jake Heaps | Free Agent | Signed May 1[32] |
| DE | David Bass | Tennessee Titans | Signed May 8[33] |
| RB | Mike Davis | San Francisco 49ers | Signed May 8[34] |
| TE | Bryce Williams | Los Angeles Rams | Signed May 10[35] |
| CB | Marcus Cromartie | San Francisco 49ers | Signed May 31[36] |
| QB | Austin Davis | Denver Broncos | Signed June 5[37] |
| DE | Marcus Smith | Philadelphia Eagles | Signed July 29[7] |
| DT | Rodney Coe | Jacksonville Jaguars | Signed July 30[38] |
| WR | Jamel Johnson | Green Bay Packers | Signed August 3[39] |
| DT | Greg Milhouse | New York Giants | Signed August 9[40] |
| DE | Christian French | Free Agent | Signed August 10[41] |
| WR | Rodney Smith | Seattle Seahawks | Signed August 13[42] |
| CB | Tramaine Brock | San Francisco 49ers | Signed August 16[43] |
| OT | Tyrus Thompson | Carolina Panthers | Signed August 21[44] |
| DE | Dwight Freeney | Atlanta Falcons | Signed October 24[45] |
| Indicates that the player was a free agent at the end of his respective team's 2016 season. |
Trades
[edit]| Player/compensation received | Player/compensation sent | Team | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5th round pick (2018 draft) | Marshawn Lynch 6th round pick (2018 draft) |
Oakland Raiders | Trade finalized on April 26[46] |
| D. J. Alexander | Kevin Pierre-Louis | Kansas City Chiefs | Trade finalized on July 28[47] |
| Matt Tobin 7th round pick (2018 draft) |
5th round pick (2018 draft) | Philadelphia Eagles | Trade finalized on August 21[48] |
| Justin Coleman | 7th round pick (2018 draft) | New England Patriots | Trade finalized on September 1[49] |
| Sheldon Richardson 7th round pick (2018 draft) |
Jermaine Kearse 2nd round pick (2018 draft) 7th round pick (2018 draft) |
New York Jets | Trade finalized on September 1[50] |
| 7th round pick (2018 draft) | Tramaine Brock | Minnesota Vikings | Trade finalized on September 2[51] |
| 5th round pick (2018 draft) 7th round pick (2018 draft) |
Cassius Marsh | New England Patriots | Trade finalized on September 2[51] |
| Isaiah Battle | 7th round pick (2018 draft) | Kansas City Chiefs | Trade finalized on September 2[51] |
| Duane Brown 5th round pick (2018 draft) |
3rd round pick (2018 draft) 2nd round pick (2019 draft) |
Houston Texans | Trade finalized on October 31[52] |
Draft
[edit]| Round | Selection | Player | Position | College | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | None | [A] | |||
| 2 | 35 | Malik McDowell | DT | Michigan State | |
| 58 | Ethan Pocic | C | LSU | ||
| 3 | 90 | Shaquill Griffin | CB | Central Florida | |
| 95 | Lano Hill | S | Michigan | [A] | |
| 102 * | Nazair Jones | DT | North Carolina | ||
| 106 * | Amara Darboh | WR | Michigan | ||
| 4 | 111 | Tedric Thompson | S | Colorado | [A] [B] |
| 5 | None | [C] | |||
| 6 | 187 | Mike Tyson | S | Cincinnati | [A] |
| 210 | Justin Senior | OT | Mississippi State | ||
| 7 | 226 | David Moore | WR | East Central | [D] |
| 249 | Chris Carson | RB | Oklahoma State | [A] | |
| * | Compensatory selection |
|---|
Draft trades
- ^ a b c d e The Seahawks traded their original first-round selection (No. 26 overall) to the Atlanta Falcons in exchange for the Falcons' first-, third- and seventh-round selections – Nos. 31, 95 and 249 overall, respectively. The Seahawks later traded the No. 31 selection to the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for the 49ers' second- and fourth-round selections – Nos. 34 and 111 overall, respectively. The Seahawks then traded the No. 34 selection to the Jacksonville Jaguars in exchange for the Jaguars' second- and sixth-round selections – Nos. 35 and 187 overall, respectively.
- ^ The Seahawks traded their original fourth-round selection – No. 131 overall, along with their 2016 seventh-round selection to the New England Patriots in exchange for the Patriots' 2016 fifth- and seventh-round selections.
- ^ The Seahawks forfeited their fifth-round selection as the punishment for violating the NFL's collective bargaining agreement regarding off-season workout policies that occurred during the 2016 off-season.
- ^ The Seahawks acquired an additional seventh-round selection (No. 226 overall) in a trade that sent wide receiver Kevin Norwood to the Carolina Panthers.
Undrafted free agents
[edit]All undrafted free agents were signed after the 2017 NFL draft concluded on April 29,[53] unless noted otherwise.
| Player | Position | College | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| FB | Algernon Brown | BYU | waived July 29[54] |
| OT | Darrell Brown | Louisiana Tech | signed August 7,[55] waived September 2[56] |
| LB | Rodney Butler | New Mexico State | signed August 16,[43] waived September 2[56] |
| TE | Steve Donatell | Western Kentucky | signed June 8,[57] waived September 1[58] |
| WR | Cyril Grayson | LSU | fifth-year senior and did not play football, signed April 10,[59] waived September 2[56] |
| QB | Skyler Howard | West Virginia | waived May 15[60] |
| DT | Jeremy Liggins | Ole Miss | waived September 2[56] |
| WR | Speedy Noil | Texas A&M | signed May 15,[60] waived May 31[36] |
| LB | Otha Peters | Louisiana-Lafayette | waived September 2[56] |
| WR | Darreus Rogers | USC | waived September 2[56] |
| OG | Jordan Roos | Purdue | |
| SS | Jordan Simone | Arizona State | signed May 31,[36] waived August 7,[55] signed August 9,[40] waived/injured August 16[43] |
| TE | Tyrone Swoopes | Texas | waived September 2[56] |
| LB | Nick Usher | UTEP | waived July 29[54] |
Staff
[edit]|
Front office
Head coaches
Offensive coaches
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Defensive coaches
Special teams coaches
Strength and conditioning
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Final roster
[edit]Preseason
[edit]| Week | Date | Opponent | Result | Record | Venue | Recap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | August 13 | at Los Angeles Chargers | W 48–17 | 1–0 | StubHub Center | Recap |
| 2 | August 18 | Minnesota Vikings | W 20–13 | 2–0 | CenturyLink Field | Recap |
| 3 | August 25 | Kansas City Chiefs | W 26–13 | 3–0 | CenturyLink Field | Recap |
| 4 | August 31 | at Oakland Raiders | W 17–13 | 4–0 | Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum | Recap |
Regular season
[edit]Schedule
[edit]Divisional matchups: the NFC West played the NFC East and the AFC South.
| Week | Date | Opponent | Result | Record | Venue | Recap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | September 10 | at Green Bay Packers | L 9–17 | 0–1 | Lambeau Field[61] | Recap |
| 2 | September 17 | San Francisco 49ers | W 12–9 | 1–1 | CenturyLink Field[62] | Recap |
| 3 | September 24 | at Tennessee Titans | L 27–33 | 1–2 | Nissan Stadium[63] | Recap |
| 4 | October 1 | Indianapolis Colts | W 46–18 | 2–2 | CenturyLink Field[64] | Recap |
| 5 | October 8 | at Los Angeles Rams | W 16–10 | 3–2 | Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum[65] | Recap |
| 6 | Bye | |||||
| 7 | October 22 | at New York Giants | W 24–7 | 4–2 | MetLife Stadium[66] | Recap |
| 8 | October 29 | Houston Texans | W 41–38 | 5–2 | CenturyLink Field[67] | Recap |
| 9 | November 5 | Washington Redskins | L 14–17 | 5–3 | CenturyLink Field[68] | Recap |
| 10 | November 9 | at Arizona Cardinals | W 22–16 | 6–3 | University of Phoenix Stadium[69] | Recap |
| 11 | November 20 | Atlanta Falcons | L 31–34 | 6–4 | CenturyLink Field[70] | Recap |
| 12 | November 26 | at San Francisco 49ers | W 24–13 | 7–4 | Levi's Stadium[71] | Recap |
| 13 | December 3 | Philadelphia Eagles | W 24–10 | 8–4 | CenturyLink Field[72] | Recap |
| 14 | December 10 | at Jacksonville Jaguars | L 24–30 | 8–5 | EverBank Field[73] | Recap |
| 15 | December 17 | Los Angeles Rams | L 7–42 | 8–6 | CenturyLink Field[74] | Recap |
| 16 | December 24 | at Dallas Cowboys | W 21–12 | 9–6 | AT&T Stadium[75] | Recap |
| 17 | December 31 | Arizona Cardinals | L 24–26 | 9–7 | CenturyLink Field[76] | Recap |
Note: Intra-division opponents are in bold text.
Game summaries
[edit]Week 1: at Green Bay Packers
[edit]| Quarter | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seahawks | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 9 |
| Packers | 0 | 0 | 14 | 3 | 17 |
at Lambeau Field, Green Bay, Wisconsin
- Date: September 10
- Game time: 3:25 p.m. CDT/1:25 p.m. PDT
- Game weather: 71 °F (22 °C), mostly sunny
- Game attendance: 78,381
- Referee: John Parry
- TV announcers (Fox): Joe Buck, Troy Aikman and Erin Andrews
- Recap, Gamebook
| Game information | ||
|---|---|---|
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Week 2: vs. San Francisco 49ers
[edit]| Quarter | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49ers | 0 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 9 |
| Seahawks | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 12 |
at CenturyLink Field, Seattle, Washington
- Date: September 17
- Game time: 1:25 p.m. PDT
- Game weather: 65 °F (18 °C), mostly cloudy
- Game attendance: 68,729
- Referee: Bill Vinovich
- TV announcers (Fox): Sam Rosen, David Diehl and Jennifer Hale
- Recap, Gamebook
| Game information | ||
|---|---|---|
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Week 3: at Tennessee Titans
[edit]| Quarter | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seahawks | 0 | 7 | 7 | 13 | 27 |
| Titans | 0 | 9 | 21 | 3 | 33 |
at Nissan Stadium, Nashville, Tennessee
- Date: September 24
- Game time: 3:05 p.m. CDT/1:05 p.m. PDT
- Game weather: 88 °F (31 °C), sunny
- Game attendance: 69,127
- Referee: Ronald Torbert
- TV announcers (Fox): Kevin Burkhardt, Charles Davis and Pam Oliver
- Recap, Gamebook
| Game information | ||
|---|---|---|
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Week 4: vs. Indianapolis Colts
[edit]| Quarter | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colts | 2 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 18 |
| Seahawks | 3 | 7 | 22 | 14 | 46 |
at CenturyLink Field, Seattle, Washington
- Date: October 1
- Game time: 5:30 p.m. PDT
- Game weather: 61 °F (16 °C), clear
- Game attendance: 68,872
- Referee: Brad Allen
- TV announcers (NBC): Al Michaels, Cris Collinsworth and Michele Tafoya
- Recap, Gamebook
| Game information | ||
|---|---|---|
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This would be the final game in Seattle for defensive end Cliff Avril, who would suffer a neck injury and be released after a failed physical in the offseason.
Week 5: at Los Angeles Rams
[edit]| Quarter | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seahawks | 0 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 16 |
| Rams | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, California
- Date: October 8
- Game time: 1:05 p.m. PDT
- Game weather: 78 °F (26 °C), sunny
- Game attendance: 60,745
- Referee: Gene Steratore
- TV announcers (CBS): Spero Dedes and Adam Archuleta
- Recap, Gamebook
| Game information | ||
|---|---|---|
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Week 7: at New York Giants
[edit]| Quarter | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seahawks | 0 | 3 | 7 | 14 | 24 |
| Giants | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey
- Date: October 22
- Game time: 4:25 p.m. EDT/1:25 p.m. PDT
- Game weather: 75 °F (24 °C), partly cloudy
- Game attendance: 78,527
- Referee: Tony Corrente
- TV announcers (CBS): Andrew Catalon and James Lofton
- Recap, Gamebook
| Game information | ||
|---|---|---|
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Week 8: vs. Houston Texans
[edit]| Quarter | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texans | 14 | 7 | 3 | 14 | 38 |
| Seahawks | 14 | 7 | 6 | 14 | 41 |
at CenturyLink Field, Seattle, Washington
- Date: October 29
- Game time: 1:05 p.m. PDT
- Game weather: 56 °F (13 °C), cloudy
- Game attendance: 69,025
- Referee: Terry McAulay
- TV announcers (CBS): Kevin Harlan, Rich Gannon and Dana Jacobson
- Recap, Gamebook
| Game information | ||
|---|---|---|
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Week 9: vs. Washington Redskins
[edit]| Quarter | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redskins | 0 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 17 |
| Seahawks | 2 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 14 |
at CenturyLink Field, Seattle, Washington
| Game information | ||
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Week 10: at Arizona Cardinals
[edit]| Quarter | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seahawks | 7 | 8 | 0 | 7 | 22 |
| Cardinals | 0 | 7 | 3 | 6 | 16 |
at University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale, Arizona
- Date: November 9
- Game time: 6:30 p.m. MST/5:30 p.m. PST
- Game weather: 79 °F (26 °C), clear – retractable roof open
- Game attendance: 64,639
- Referee: Walt Anderson
- TV announcers (NBC/NFLN/Amazon Video): Mike Tirico, Cris Collinsworth and Heather Cox
- Recap, Gamebook
| Game information | ||
|---|---|---|
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In what would be his last game in Seattle, Richard Sherman ruptured his Achilles tendon, effectively ending his season and the Legion of Boom era. Kam Chancellor would also play his final game as he suffered a neck injury and would later announce his retirement in the offseason.
Week 11: vs. Atlanta Falcons
[edit]| Quarter | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falcons | 14 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 34 |
| Seahawks | 7 | 10 | 6 | 8 | 31 |
at CenturyLink Field, Seattle, Washington
- Date: November 20
- Game time: 5:30 p.m. PST
- Game weather: 45 °F (7 °C), cloudy
- Game attendance: 69,026
- Referee: Carl Cheffers
- TV announcers (ESPN): Sean McDonough, Jon Gruden and Lisa Salters
- Recap, Gamebook
| Game information | ||
|---|---|---|
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Week 12: at San Francisco 49ers
[edit]| Quarter | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seahawks | 0 | 7 | 7 | 10 | 24 |
| 49ers | 0 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 13 |
at Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, California
- Date: November 26
- Game time: 1:05 p.m. PST
- Game weather: 66 °F (19 °C), cloudy
- Game attendance: 70,134
- Referee: Pete Morelli
- TV announcers (Fox): Kenny Albert, Ronde Barber and Kristina Pink
- Recap, Gamebook
| Game information | ||
|---|---|---|
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Week 13: vs. Philadelphia Eagles
[edit]| Quarter | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagles | 0 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 10 |
| Seahawks | 10 | 0 | 7 | 7 | 24 |
at CenturyLink Field, Seattle, Washington
| Game information | ||
|---|---|---|
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Week 14: at Jacksonville Jaguars
[edit]| Quarter | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seahawks | 0 | 0 | 10 | 14 | 24 |
| Jaguars | 3 | 0 | 21 | 6 | 30 |
at EverBank Field, Jacksonville, Florida
- Date: December 10
- Game time: 4:25 p.m. EST/1:25 p.m. PST
- Game weather: 54 °F (12 °C), sunny
- Game attendance: 64,431
- Referee: Gene Steratore
- TV announcers (Fox): Chris Myers, Daryl Johnston and Laura Okmin
- Recap, Gamebook
| Game information | ||
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Week 15: vs. Los Angeles Rams
[edit]| Quarter | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rams | 13 | 21 | 6 | 2 | 42 |
| Seahawks | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
at CenturyLink Field, Seattle, Washington
- Date: December 17
- Game time: 1:05 p.m. PST
- Game weather: 47 °F (8 °C), cloudy
- Game attendance: 69,077
- Referee: Ed Hochuli
- TV announcers (Fox): Kevin Burkhardt, Charles Davis and Pam Oliver
- Recap, Gamebook
| Game information | ||
|---|---|---|
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Seattle suffered their largest loss in the Pete Carroll era and their worst home loss since a 41–3 loss to the Jets in 1997.
Week 16: at Dallas Cowboys
[edit]| Quarter | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seahawks | 0 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 21 |
| Cowboys | 0 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 12 |
at AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas
- Date: December 24
- Game time: 3:25 p.m. CST/1:25 p.m. PST
- Game weather: Played indoors (retractable roof closed)
- Game attendance: 92,150
- Referee: John Hussey
- TV announcers (Fox): Joe Buck, Troy Aikman and Erin Andrews
- Recap, Gamebook
| Game information | ||
|---|---|---|
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Week 17: vs. Arizona Cardinals
[edit]| Quarter | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinals | 10 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 26 |
| Seahawks | 7 | 0 | 7 | 10 | 24 |
at CenturyLink Field, Seattle, Washington
- Date: December 31
- Game time: 1:25 p.m. PST
- Game weather: 40 °F (4 °C), sunny
- Game attendance: 69,078
- Referee: Walt Coleman
- TV announcers (Fox): Chris Myers, Daryl Johnston and Laura Okmin
- Recap, Gamebook
| Game information | ||
|---|---|---|
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With the loss, the Seahawks finished the season 9–7. This was the first season since 2011 the Seahawks failed to qualify for the playoffs. They also had a home record of 4–4, the worst of Russell Wilson's career. They would've still been eliminated even if they won, as the Falcons won their game.
This was also Bruce Arians' last game as head coach of the Arizona Cardinals.
Standings
[edit]Division
[edit]| NFC West | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W | L | T | PCT | DIV | CONF | PF | PA | STK | |
| (3) Los Angeles Rams | 11 | 5 | 0 | .688 | 4–2 | 7–5 | 478 | 329 | L1 |
| Seattle Seahawks | 9 | 7 | 0 | .563 | 4–2 | 7–5 | 366 | 332 | L1 |
| Arizona Cardinals | 8 | 8 | 0 | .500 | 3–3 | 5–7 | 295 | 361 | W2 |
| San Francisco 49ers | 6 | 10 | 0 | .375 | 1–5 | 3–9 | 331 | 383 | W5 |
Conference
[edit]| # | Team | Division | W | L | T | PCT | DIV | CONF | SOS | SOV | STK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division leaders | |||||||||||
| 1[a] | Philadelphia Eagles | East | 13 | 3 | 0 | .813 | 5–1 | 10–2 | .461 | .433 | L1 |
| 2[a] | Minnesota Vikings | North | 13 | 3 | 0 | .813 | 5–1 | 10–2 | .492 | .447 | W3 |
| 3[b] | Los Angeles Rams | West | 11 | 5 | 0 | .688 | 4–2 | 7–5 | .504 | .460 | L1 |
| 4[b][c] | New Orleans Saints | South | 11 | 5 | 0 | .688 | 4–2 | 8–4 | .535 | .483 | L1 |
| Wild Cards | |||||||||||
| 5[c] | Carolina Panthers | South | 11 | 5 | 0 | .688 | 3–3 | 7–5 | .539 | .500 | L1 |
| 6 | Atlanta Falcons | South | 10 | 6 | 0 | .625 | 4–2 | 9–3 | .543 | .475 | W1 |
| Did not qualify for the postseason | |||||||||||
| 7[d] | Detroit Lions | North | 9 | 7 | 0 | .563 | 5–1 | 8–4 | .496 | .368 | W1 |
| 8[d] | Seattle Seahawks | West | 9 | 7 | 0 | .563 | 4–2 | 7–5 | .492 | .444 | L1 |
| 9[d] | Dallas Cowboys | East | 9 | 7 | 0 | .563 | 5–1 | 7–5 | .496 | .438 | W1 |
| 10 | Arizona Cardinals | West | 8 | 8 | 0 | .500 | 3–3 | 5–7 | .488 | .406 | W2 |
| 11[e] | Green Bay Packers | North | 7 | 9 | 0 | .438 | 2–4 | 5–7 | .539 | .357 | L3 |
| 12[e] | Washington Redskins | East | 7 | 9 | 0 | .438 | 1–5 | 5–7 | .539 | .429 | L1 |
| 13 | San Francisco 49ers | West | 6 | 10 | 0 | .375 | 1–5 | 3–9 | .512 | .438 | W5 |
| 14[f] | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | South | 5 | 11 | 0 | .313 | 1–5 | 3–9 | .555 | .375 | W1 |
| 15[f] | Chicago Bears | North | 5 | 11 | 0 | .313 | 0–6 | 1–11 | .559 | .500 | L1 |
| 16 | New York Giants | East | 3 | 13 | 0 | .188 | 1–5 | 1–11 | .531 | .458 | W1 |
| Tiebreakers[g] | |||||||||||
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Team leaders
[edit]| Category | Player(s) | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Passing yards | Russell Wilson | 3,983 |
| Passing touchdowns | Russell Wilson | 34 |
| Rushing yards | Russell Wilson | 586 |
| Rushing touchdowns | Russell Wilson | 3 |
| Receptions | Doug Baldwin | 75 |
| Receiving yards | Doug Baldwin | 991 |
| Receiving touchdowns | Jimmy Graham | 10 |
| Points | Blair Walsh | 100 |
| Kickoff return yards | Tyler Lockett | 949 |
| Punt return yards | Tyler Lockett | 238 |
| Tackles | Bobby Wagner | 133 |
| Sacks | Frank Clark | 9 |
| Forced fumbles | Frank Clark Marcus Smith |
2 |
| Interceptions | Earl Thomas
Bobby Wagner |
2 |
References
[edit]- ^ nfl.com
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- ^ Mayer, Larry (March 17, 2017). "Bears ink John Jenkins to 1-year deal". ChicagoBears.com. Retrieved March 20, 2017.
- ^ "Jaguars Sign Safety Jeron Johnson". Jaguars.com. August 6, 2017. Archived from the original on August 6, 2017. Retrieved August 8, 2017.
- ^ Sessler, Marc (June 15, 2017). "Saints sign veteran defender Tony McDaniel". NFL.com. Archived from the original on June 17, 2017. Retrieved June 16, 2017.
- ^ Drovetto, Tony (March 12, 2017). "Defensive End Damontre Moore Agrees To Terms With Dallas Cowboys". Seahawks.com. Retrieved March 15, 2017.
- ^ a b Boyle, John (July 29, 2017). "Seahawks Sign Fullback Marcel Reece And Defensive End Marcus Smith". Seahawks.com. Retrieved July 31, 2017.
- ^ "Seahawks Make Three More Trades, Set 53-Man Roster". Seattle Seahawks. September 2, 2017. Archived from the original on October 9, 2017. Retrieved October 18, 2017.
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[edit]2017 Seattle Seahawks season
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Staff changes
The Seattle Seahawks entered the 2017 offseason with stability at the top of their organizational structure, as head coach Pete Carroll and general manager John Schneider were both retained in their roles, providing continuity following the team's 10–5–1 record in 2016.[4] No changes were made to the front office leadership, dispelling any speculation about potential shifts amid the team's ongoing contention in the NFC West. At the assistant coaching level, several modifications occurred to refresh the staff while maintaining the core defensive philosophy. Running backs coach Sherman Smith, a longtime Seahawks figure who had held the position since 2009, departed in February 2017, with head coach Pete Carroll citing a desire for new energy in the role; he was replaced by Chad Morton, previously the assistant running backs and special teams coach.[5][6] Similarly, assistant linebackers coach Lofa Tatupu, in his second year on the staff after a playing career with Seattle, chose to leave coaching altogether, announced in mid-February 2017.[6] On March 2, 2017, the Seahawks officially announced additions and title adjustments to bolster the defensive and special teams units. New hires included Tom Donatell as defensive quality control coach and the promotion of Clint Hurtt from assistant to full defensive line coach.[6] Title elevations featured Brian Schottenheimer moving from offensive coordinator assistant to assistant head coach and passing game coordinator, Heath Farwell advancing from assistant special teams coach to special teams coordinator, Travis Jones shifting from defensive line coach to senior defensive assistant, and Robert Saleh joining as defensive quality control coach after serving as an intern.[6] These changes emphasized internal promotions and defensive depth, aligning with the evolving needs of the Legion of Boom era. Defensive coordinator Kris Richard, who had led the unit since 2015, retained his position with an increased emphasis on adapting schemes to personnel transitions in the secondary.[7][8]Roster transactions
The Seattle Seahawks entered the 2017 offseason with several key unrestricted free agents departing, which impacted depth at kicker, linebacker, and defensive line positions. Kicker Steven Hauschka signed a four-year, $20.25 million contract with the Buffalo Bills on March 9, 2017, leaving a void in special teams that the team addressed by signing kicker Blair Walsh to a one-year deal the same day.[9] Linebacker Brock Coyle agreed to a two-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers on March 10, 2017, while defensive end Damontre Moore joined the Dallas Cowboys on March 12, 2017, reducing pass-rush options.[10] Additionally, defensive tackle John Jenkins signed with the Chicago Bears on March 17, 2017, and tight end Brandon Williams moved to the Indianapolis Colts on March 20, 2017.[10] To bolster the offensive line, which faced ongoing challenges after losing right tackle Bradley Sowell to the Bears on a one-year deal on May 2, 2017, the Seahawks targeted experienced blockers in free agency. Offensive lineman Luke Joeckel, a former top draft pick out of Jacksonville, signed a one-year contract worth up to $7.5 million on March 11, 2017, providing versatility at guard and tackle. Guard Oday Aboushi was added on March 20, 2017, on an undisclosed one-year deal to add depth amid injuries and inconsistencies along the unit. Safety Bradley McDougald joined from Tampa Bay on a two-year, $6.45 million contract on March 22, 2017, strengthening the secondary. Linebacker Michael Wilhoite signed a one-year deal on March 24, 2017, while linebackers Terence Garvin and Dewey McDonald were added on March 27 and March 26, 2017, respectively, to enhance special teams and run defense.[10] Re-signings focused on retaining core contributors to maintain continuity. Cornerback Neiko Thorpe, a special teams standout, re-signed on a one-year deal on March 14, 2017. Cornerback DeShawn Shead returned on a one-year contract worth up to $1.5 million on March 17, 2017, following his recovery from a knee injury. Tight end Luke Willson re-signed for one year, up to $3 million, on March 20, 2017, providing reliable blocking and receiving behind Jimmy Graham. Linebacker Arthur Brown was re-signed on March 17, 2017, on an undisclosed deal. Later, quarterback Austin Davis joined on June 5, 2017, as a backup option, and defensive end Dion Jordan, a former first-round pick, signed a one-year deal on April 14, 2017, to add pass-rush potential. Safety Kam Chancellor, entering the final year of his prior contract, agreed to a three-year, $36 million extension with $25 million guaranteed on August 1, 2017, securing the strong safety role through 2019.[11] Running back Eddie Lacy was signed to a one-year deal worth up to $5.5 million on March 15, 2017, to pair with Thomas Rawls in the backfield. In restricted free agency, the Seahawks tendered right tackle Garry Gilliam at the original round level ($1.797 million) on March 9, 2017, but declined to match a three-year offer sheet from the San Francisco 49ers on April 18, 2017, resulting in his departure and no draft compensation due to the low tender. This loss, combined with Sowell's exit, highlighted persistent offensive line vulnerabilities that persisted into the season. Trades during the offseason were limited but aimed at depth adjustments. On April 26, 2017, the Seahawks traded the contract rights to former running back Marshawn Lynch—along with a 2018 sixth-round pick—to the Oakland Raiders for a 2018 fifth-round pick, facilitating Lynch's unretirement with his hometown team.[12] Later, on July 28, 2017, Seattle traded linebacker Kevin Pierre-Louis to the Kansas City Chiefs in exchange for linebacker D.J. Alexander, shuffling linebacker depth ahead of training camp. Following the 2017 NFL Draft, the Seahawks signed several undrafted free agents to bolster competition across positions. Key additions included fullback Algernon Brown from BYU, quarterback Skyler Howard from West Virginia, tight end Tyrone Swoopes from Texas (transitioning to tight end), offensive lineman Jordan Roos from Purdue, wide receiver Darreus Rogers from USC, defensive tackle Jeremy Liggins from Mississippi, linebacker Otha Peters from Louisiana-Monroe, and tight end Hayden Plinke from UTEP, all on May 1-2, 2017.[13] These signings targeted developmental talent, with several contributing on special teams or practice squads during the season. Overall, the transactions emphasized affordable, versatile additions to address free agency losses, particularly along the offensive line, where departures like Gilliam and Sowell exacerbated protection issues for quarterback Russell Wilson throughout 2017.[14] The approach prioritized re-signing familiar players like Shead and Willson while integrating low-risk free agents like Joeckel and Lacy to rebuild depth without major cap strain.2017 NFL Draft
The Seattle Seahawks entered the 2017 NFL Draft with the 26th overall pick, determined by their 10-5-1 finish in the 2016 season, which placed them fifth in the NFC standings after tiebreakers.[15] To maximize their selections, the team executed multiple trades on draft night, ultimately forgoing a first-round choice to acquire additional mid-round picks. Specifically, they traded their No. 26 pick to the Atlanta Falcons for the No. 31 pick, a 2017 third-round selection (No. 95), and a 2017 seventh-round pick (No. 249).[16] They then dealt the No. 31 pick to the San Francisco 49ers for a 2017 second-round pick (No. 34) and a 2017 fourth-round pick (No. 111).[16] Finally, they swapped the No. 34 pick with the Jacksonville Jaguars for the No. 35 pick and a 2017 fourth-round pick (No. 102).[16] These maneuvers netted the Seahawks 11 total selections, emphasizing depth over high-upside gambles in a draft class perceived as weak at the top.[17] The Seahawks' selections focused on reinforcing the defensive trenches and secondary, areas strained by aging veterans in the Legion of Boom and ongoing offensive line instability.[18] In the second round, they prioritized interior defensive line help with Malik McDowell, a 6-foot-6, 295-pound disruptor from Michigan State projected to rotate immediately and develop as a pass-rusher.[17] Ethan Pocic, a versatile 37-game starter from LSU, followed at No. 58 to compete at guard or center, addressing Seattle's perennial need for reliable interior blocking in a draft-light offensive line class.[17] The third round yielded four picks, starting with cornerback Shaquill Griffin from Central Florida at No. 90, a high-athleticism (96th percentile speed score) option to back up or eventually replace Richard Sherman.[17] Safety Delano Hill (No. 95, Michigan) added physicality and sub-package versatility behind Kam Chancellor and Earl Thomas.[17] Nazair Jones (No. 102, North Carolina), a 6-foot-5 run-stuffer, provided rotational depth on the defensive line.[17] Amara Darboh (No. 106, Michigan), a tough 6-foot-2 receiver with 58 catches and seven touchdowns in 2016, offered wideout depth and special teams potential.[17] Later rounds continued the defensive emphasis with safety Tedric Thompson (No. 111, Colorado), who led the nation with 23 passes defended the prior year and targeted special teams roles.[17] Sixth-rounders included safety Michael Tyson (No. 187, Cincinnati), a multi-positional defender with five interceptions in 2016 suited for nickel duties, and tackle Justin Senior (No. 210, Mississippi State), a 39-game starter competing for developmental depth.[17] The seventh round brought wide receiver David Moore (No. 226, East Central), a speedy (4.43-second 40-yard dash) Division II prospect for practice squad consideration, and running back Chris Carson (No. 249, Oklahoma State), who averaged 6.82 yards per carry as a backup.[17]| Round | Overall Pick | Player | Position | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 35 | Malik McDowell | DT | Michigan State |
| 2 | 58 | Ethan Pocic | C | LSU |
| 3 | 90 | Shaquill Griffin | CB | Central Florida |
| 3 | 95 | Delano Hill | S | Michigan |
| 3 | 102 | Nazair Jones | DT | North Carolina |
| 3 | 106 | Amara Darboh | WR | Michigan |
| 4 | 111 | Tedric Thompson | S | Colorado |
| 6 | 187 | Michael Tyson | S | Cincinnati |
| 6 | 210 | Justin Senior | OT | Mississippi State |
| 7 | 226 | David Moore | WR | East Central |
| 7 | 249 | Chris Carson | RB | Oklahoma State |
Preseason
Preseason
The Seahawks' preseason schedule included four games: August 13 at the Los Angeles Chargers, August 18 versus the Minnesota Vikings at home, August 25 versus the Kansas City Chiefs at home, and August 31 at the Oakland Raiders.[21]Key performances
The Seattle Seahawks concluded their 2017 preseason with an undefeated 4-0 record, securing wins against the Los Angeles Chargers (48-17 on August 13), Minnesota Vikings (20-13 on August 18), Kansas City Chiefs (26-13 on August 25), and Oakland Raiders (17-13 on August 31). This strong showing allowed head coach Pete Carroll to rest most starters in the finale while evaluating depth, particularly amid ongoing position battles. The games highlighted emerging talent and roster competitions, providing critical insights into the team's preparation for the regular season. Standout individual performances included undrafted rookie running back Chris Carson, who rushed for 102 yards on 24 carries across the preseason,[22] including efficient gains in the opener against the Chargers that elevated him in the depth chart behind Thomas Rawls and C.J. Prosise. Wide receiver Kasen Williams, vying for a roster spot, recorded nine receptions for 208 yards and a touchdown, with notable one-handed catches and special teams contributions in the Vikings and Raiders games that helped secure his place on the 53-man roster. Rookie cornerback Shaquill Griffin (third-round pick) impressed in the secondary, breaking up multiple passes against the Vikings without allowing deep completions, positioning him as a key depth piece behind Richard Sherman. Backup quarterback Austin Davis shone in the finale, completing 10 of 16 passes for 123 yards and a game-winning touchdown to Kenny Lawler, bolstering his case in the quarterback competition with Trevone Boykin.[23][24][25] Unit performances underscored roster battles, especially on the offensive line, where injuries forced tryouts among backups. Rookie guard Ethan Pocic (second-round pick) started at right tackle in the first two games, providing solid protection and run blocking that contributed to the team's efficient early drives. Rees Odhiambo filled in capably at left tackle against the Chiefs following George Fant's season-ending ACL tear suffered in the Vikings game, highlighting the group's depth amid ongoing adjustments. Defensively, rookie defensive tackle Naz Jones (third-round pick) started against the Chiefs and recorded three tackles on the first three plays, demonstrating potential in the interior line rotation. These efforts informed regular season starters, with Carson emerging as a reliable third-down back and Griffin adding versatility to the cornerback room.[26][27][23]Regular season
Schedule
The 2017 Seattle Seahawks played an 8–8 regular season schedule, consisting of eight home games at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington, and eight away games, including two contests each against their NFC West division rivals: the Arizona Cardinals, Los Angeles Rams, and San Francisco 49ers.[28] The schedule featured five primetime games and a Week 6 bye.[29]Preseason
The Seahawks' preseason schedule included four games: August 13 at the Los Angeles Chargers, August 18 versus the Minnesota Vikings at home, August 25 versus the Kansas City Chiefs at home, and August 31 at the Oakland Raiders.[21]Regular Season
The following table lists the Seahawks' complete 16-game regular season schedule, including dates, opponents, locations, start times (in Eastern Time), and national broadcast networks. All times are approximate and subject to local listings.[28]| Week | Date | Opponent | Location | Time (ET) | TV Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunday, September 10 | at Green Bay Packers | Lambeau Field, Green Bay, WI | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| 2 | Sunday, September 17 | vs. San Francisco 49ers | Lumen Field, Seattle, WA | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| 3 | Sunday, September 24 | at Tennessee Titans | Nissan Stadium, Nashville, TN | 4:05 p.m. | FOX |
| 4 | Sunday, October 1 | vs. Indianapolis Colts | Lumen Field, Seattle, WA | 8:30 p.m. | NBC |
| 5 | Sunday, October 8 | at Los Angeles Rams | Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | 4:05 p.m. | CBS |
| 6 | - | Bye | - | - | - |
| 7 | Sunday, October 22 | at New York Giants | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 4:25 p.m. | CBS |
| 8 | Sunday, October 29 | vs. Houston Texans | Lumen Field, Seattle, WA | 4:05 p.m. | CBS |
| 9 | Sunday, November 5 | vs. Washington Redskins | Lumen Field, Seattle, WA | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| 10 | Thursday, November 9 | at Arizona Cardinals | University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale, AZ | 8:25 p.m. | NBC |
| 11 | Monday, November 20 | vs. Atlanta Falcons | Lumen Field, Seattle, WA | 8:30 p.m. | ESPN |
| 12 | Sunday, November 26 | at San Francisco 49ers | Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, CA | 4:05 p.m. | FOX |
| 13 | Sunday, December 3 | vs. Philadelphia Eagles | Lumen Field, Seattle, WA | 8:30 p.m. | NBC |
| 14 | Sunday, December 10 | at Jacksonville Jaguars | EverBank Field, Jacksonville, FL | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| 15 | Sunday, December 17 | vs. Los Angeles Rams | Lumen Field, Seattle, WA | 4:05 p.m. | FOX |
| 16 | Sunday, December 24 | at Dallas Cowboys | AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| 17 | Sunday, December 31 | vs. Arizona Cardinals | Lumen Field, Seattle, WA | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
Standings
The Seattle Seahawks concluded the 2017 regular season with a 9–7 record, finishing second in the NFC West division.[31] This placed them behind the division-winning Los Angeles Rams (11–5) and ahead of the Arizona Cardinals (8–8) and San Francisco 49ers (6–10).[31]| Team | W | L | T | PCT | DIV | CONF | PF | PA | Home | Road | L10 | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Rams | 11 | 5 | 0 | .688 | 5–1 | 9–3 | 478 | 329 | 7–1 | 4–4 | 7–3 | W2 |
| Seattle Seahawks | 9 | 7 | 0 | .563 | 4–2 | 7–5 | 366 | 332 | 5–3 | 4–4 | 6–4 | W1 |
| Arizona Cardinals | 8 | 8 | 0 | .500 | 2–4 | 6–6 | 295 | 361 | 6–2 | 2–6 | 5–5 | L1 |
| San Francisco 49ers | 6 | 10 | 0 | .375 | 1–5 | 4–8 | 331 | 383 | 4–4 | 2–6 | 4–6 | W1 |
| Rank | Team | W | L | T | PCT | DIV | CONF | PF | PA | SOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Philadelphia Eagles | 13 | 3 | 0 | .813 | 5–1 | 10–2 | 371 | 267 | .465 |
| 2 | Minnesota Vikings | 13 | 3 | 0 | .813 | 5–1 | 11–1 | 382 | 265 | .465 |
| 3 | Los Angeles Rams | 11 | 5 | 0 | .688 | 5–1 | 9–3 | 478 | 329 | .465 |
| 4 | New Orleans Saints | 11 | 5 | 0 | .688 | 4–2 | 9–3 | 404 | 330 | .504 |
| 5 | Carolina Panthers | 11 | 5 | 0 | .688 | 4–2 | 9–3 | 391 | 302 | .516 |
| 6 | Atlanta Falcons | 10 | 6 | 0 | .625 | 4–2 | 9–3 | 353 | 309 | .469 |
| 7 | Detroit Lions | 9 | 7 | 0 | .563 | 5–1 | 8–4 | 345 | 358 | .496 |
| 8 | Seattle Seahawks | 9 | 7 | 0 | .563 | 4–2 | 7–5 | 366 | 332 | .492 |
| 9 | Dallas Cowboys | 9 | 7 | 0 | .563 | 5–1 | 7–5 | 353 | 277 | .465 |
Week 1: at Green Bay Packers
The Seahawks opened the season with a 17-9 loss to the Packers at Lambeau Field, struggling offensively in a defensive battle. Russell Wilson completed 14 of 29 passes for 158 yards with no touchdowns and one interception, while the team managed only 90 rushing yards on 24 carries. Seattle's defense held Green Bay to 17 points, but a strip sack by Mike Daniels on Wilson led to a short field goal that proved pivotal, as the Seahawks could not capitalize on their opportunities in the red zone. Turnovers were limited to one fumble lost, but the offense's inefficiency, including three field goals by Blair Walsh, sealed the defeat.[34][35]Week 2: vs. San Francisco 49ers
Seattle secured a narrow 12-9 victory over the 49ers at home, relying on field position and defense to overcome offensive woes. Wilson threw for 253 yards on 24 of 33 attempts with one interception but no scores, complemented by 131 rushing yards led by Thomas Rawls. The game turned on a blocked extra point and strong safety play, with the Seahawks' defense forcing two turnovers and limiting San Francisco to three field goals. Walsh's three field goals provided all the offense needed in a low-scoring affair that highlighted Seattle's resilience after the opening loss.[36][35]Week 3: at Tennessee Titans
The Seahawks fell 33-27 in overtime to the Titans on the road, in a game marked by Marcus Mariota's dual-threat performance. Wilson excelled with 373 passing yards and four touchdowns on 25 of 37 attempts, but the team committed no turnovers yet allowed 149 rushing yards to Tennessee. A late Titans touchdown forced overtime, where Mariota's 11-yard scramble on third down set up the game-winning field goal. Seattle's defense struggled against the run, contributing to the loss that dropped them to 1-2.[37][35]Week 4: vs. Indianapolis Colts
Seattle dominated the Colts 46-18 at home, exploding offensively in a rout. Wilson passed for 330 yards and five touchdowns with two interceptions, while the rushing attack gained 194 yards, including a score from Rawls. Defensive end Cliff Avril suffered a season-ending neck injury during the game, but the unit still recorded three sacks and forced two turnovers. Key moments included Wilson's 60-yard touchdown pass to Paul Richardson and a pick-six by Justin Coleman, establishing Seattle's momentum.[38][35]Week 5: at Los Angeles Rams
The Seahawks edged the Rams 16-10 in a defensive slugfest, slowing a high-powered Los Angeles offense. Wilson threw for 198 yards and one touchdown with two interceptions, supported by just 62 rushing yards. Safety Earl Thomas forced two turnovers, including a fumble recovery, while the defense sacked Jared Goff four times. A late field goal by Walsh and a goal-line stand preserved the win, improving Seattle to 3-2 and showcasing their Legion of Boom remnants despite ongoing injury concerns.[39][35]Week 7: at New York Giants
After their bye week, Seattle defeated the Giants 24-7 on the road, with Wilson accounting for 321 passing yards and two total touchdowns. The rushing game added 104 yards, and the defense forced one turnover while holding New York to under 250 total yards. A 75-yard touchdown run by Rawls in the second quarter shifted momentum, as the Seahawks built a 17-0 halftime lead. This victory extended their winning streak to three, highlighting improved line play.[35]Week 8: vs. Houston Texans
In a thrilling 41-38 win over the Texans, Wilson's heroics defined the game, as he threw for 452 yards and five touchdowns with one interception. The rushing attack faltered with only 33 yards, but Seattle avoided major mistakes beyond one turnover. Deshaun Watson matched Wilson with 402 yards and four scores, but a crucial two-point conversion failure by Houston after a late touchdown proved decisive. Wilson's 21-yard touchdown pass to Brandon Marshall with seconds left sealed the comeback, marking a season high in scoring.[40][35]Week 9: vs. Washington Redskins
Seattle lost 17-14 to the Redskins in a heartbreaker, dropping to 5-3. Wilson passed for 297 yards and two touchdowns with two interceptions, while the team rushed for 148 yards led by Eddie Lacy. A blocked field goal returned for a touchdown by Washington in the fourth quarter turned the tide, despite Seattle's defense limiting Kirk Cousins to 244 yards. The Seahawks' offense stalled in the red zone late, ending their five-game winning streak.[41][35]Week 10: at Arizona Cardinals
The Seahawks won 22-16 against the Cardinals on Thursday night, but the game was marred by devastating injuries. Wilson threw for 225 yards and two touchdowns with no interceptions, paired with 75 rushing yards. However, cornerback Richard Sherman ruptured his Achilles, and safety Kam Chancellor suffered a season-ending neck injury in the second half. A late field goal by Walsh and a goal-line stop secured the victory, but the Legion of Boom was effectively dismantled. This trade-off win pushed Seattle to 6-3.[42][43][35]Week 11: vs. Atlanta Falcons
Atlanta outlasted Seattle 34-31 in a high-scoring Monday night affair, exploiting the depleted secondary. Wilson passed for 258 yards and three touchdowns with one interception and one fumble lost, while rushing added 136 yards. Matt Ryan threw for 319 yards and three scores, with Devonta Freeman's earlier 15-yard touchdown run contributing to Atlanta's lead in the high-scoring affair. The Seahawks' defense allowed 452 total yards, underscoring the impact of recent injuries.[35]Week 12: at San Francisco 49ers
Seattle rebounded with a 24-13 road win over the 49ers, bolstered by the recent acquisition of offensive tackle Duane Brown via trade from Houston. Wilson threw for 228 yards and two touchdowns with one interception, supported by 90 rushing yards. The defense forced one turnover and sacked C.J. Beathard three times, with Bobby Wagner's interception setting up a key score. Brown's protection helped limit sacks to two, aiding a balanced attack.[44][45][35]Week 13: vs. Philadelphia Eagles
In one of their most impressive performances, the Seahawks defeated the Eagles 24-10 at home, derailing Philadelphia's undefeated season. Wilson passed for 247 yards and two touchdowns with no turnovers, while the rush gained 101 yards. The defense, led by Wagner's 15 tackles, held Carson Wentz to 193 yards and forced two turnovers, including a pick-six by Shaquill Griffin. A 97-yard touchdown drive capped by Wilson's score to Jimmy Graham highlighted the win, boosting Seattle to 8-4.[46][35]Week 14: at Jacksonville Jaguars
The Jaguars upset Seattle 30-24, with their defense dominating in the second half. Wilson threw for 303 yards and two touchdowns but suffered three interceptions, contributing to three turnovers. Rushing totaled 141 yards, but Jacksonville's Leonard Fournette ran for 100 yards and two scores. A late interception by A.J. Bouye set up the game-winning field goal, as Seattle's secondary struggles post-injuries were evident.[47][35]Week 15: vs. Los Angeles Rams
Seattle suffered a 42-7 blowout loss to the Rams, their worst defeat of the season. Wilson was limited to 93 passing yards with no scores and two fumbles lost, while the rush gained 78 yards. Los Angeles' Todd Gurley rushed for 117 yards and three touchdowns, exploiting the Seahawks' injury-riddled defense that allowed 467 total yards. The game highlighted Seattle's mid-season collapse, dropping them to 8-6.[48][35]Week 16: at Dallas Cowboys
The Seahawks kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a 21-12 win over the Cowboys on the road. In an unusual stat line, Wilson passed for only 21 yards but rushed for 27, with the team totaling 76 rushing yards overall and no turnovers. Dallas' Dak Prescott threw two interceptions, one returned for a touchdown by Justin Coleman, which swung the game. Seattle's defense sacked Prescott five times, securing the victory in a run-heavy, defensive battle.[35]Week 17: vs. Arizona Cardinals
In the regular season finale, Seattle lost 26-24 to the Cardinals, finishing 9-7 and missing the playoffs. Wilson passed for 242 yards and two touchdowns with no turnovers, and the rush added 101 yards. A late missed field goal by Walsh and a 21-yard touchdown catch by Jaron Brown with 20 seconds left gave Arizona the win. The Seahawks' defense allowed 359 yards, but the loss came down to critical special teams errors.[35]Team performance
Final roster
The final 53-man roster for the 2017 Seattle Seahawks at the conclusion of the regular season featured a balanced composition of 25 offensive players, 24 defensive players, and 4 special teams players, reflecting mid-season adjustments such as the trade for left tackle Duane Brown from the Houston Texans on October 31 and activations from injured reserve. This roster supported the team's 9–7 record, with notable exclusions to the practice squad including wide receiver Cyril Grayson. Key offensive contributors included quarterback Russell Wilson, who started all 16 games, wide receivers Doug Baldwin and Tyler Lockett as primary targets, running backs Thomas Rawls and Chris Carson in a committee approach, and tight end Jimmy Graham for red-zone production. On defense, defensive end Frank Clark provided pass-rush pressure, linebackers Bobby Wagner and K.J. Wright led the unit in tackles, and the secondary was anchored by safety Earl Thomas despite injuries to cornerback Richard Sherman (placed on IR after Week 10) and safety Kam Chancellor (placed on IR in December). Special teams relied on kicker Blair Walsh, who handled field goals after joining in September, and punter Jon Ryan for consistent coverage.[50][51]Offense
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Quarterback | Russell Wilson, Austin Davis |
| Running Back | Chris Carson, Mike Davis, Thomas Rawls, C.J. Prosise (IR return candidate, limited play) |
| Wide Receiver | Doug Baldwin, Tyler Lockett, Paul Richardson, Amara Darboh, David Moore |
| Tight End | Jimmy Graham, Luke Willson, Nick Vannett |
| Offensive Line | Duane Brown (mid-season acquisition), Justin Britt, Germain Ifedi, Luke Joeckel, Ethan Pocic, Joey Hunt, Matt Tobin, Jordan Roos, Rees Odhiambo |
Defense
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Defensive Line | Michael Bennett, Sheldon Richardson, Jarran Reed, Frank Clark, Nazair Jones, Quinton Jefferson, Dion Jordan, Branden Jackson |
| Linebacker | Bobby Wagner, K.J. Wright, Michael Wilhoite, Terence Garvin, Josh Forrest, D.J. Alexander |
| Defensive Back | Richard Sherman (IR), Earl Thomas, Kam Chancellor (IR), Shaquill Griffin, Bradley McDougald, Justin Coleman, Neiko Thorpe, Delano Hill, Tedric Thompson, Jeremy Lane |
Special Teams
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Kicker | Blair Walsh |
| Punter | Jon Ryan |
| Long Snapper | Tyler Ott |
Statistical leaders
The 2017 Seattle Seahawks' offensive output was heavily driven by quarterback Russell Wilson, who led the team in both passing and rushing categories, reflecting the unit's struggles on the ground with only 1,629 total rushing yards for the season—well below the NFL average of approximately 1,800 team rushing yards. Doug Baldwin emerged as the top receiver, providing a reliable target amid injuries to other skill players. Defensively, the Seahawks ranked 18th in total yards allowed (5,171), bolstered by strong individual performances in tackles and pressures, while special teams contributed through solid kicking and return efforts. The team's +8 turnover differential was above the league average of +0.1, aiding their 9-7 record despite offensive inconsistencies.[4][52]Passing Leaders
The passing game centered on Wilson, who attempted over 60% of the team's throws and threw for a career-high 34 touchdowns, though his 11 interceptions contributed to 17 total team turnovers.| Player | Completions/Attempts | Yards | TDs | INTs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russell Wilson | 339/553 | 3,983 | 34 | 11 |
Rushing Leaders
Seattle's ground attack lacked depth, with no running back exceeding 240 yards; Wilson's mobility accounted for 36% of the team's rushing total, underscoring the offense's pass-heavy approach that averaged just 101.8 rushing yards per game against the NFL's 111.1 average.| Player | Attempts | Yards | Avg | TDs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russell Wilson | 95 | 586 | 6.2 | 3 |
| Mike Davis | 68 | 240 | 3.5 | 0 |
| Chris Carson | 49 | 208 | 4.2 | 0 |
Receiving Leaders
Baldwin's 991 yards paced a receiving group that combined for 4,110 yards, with deep threats like Paul Richardson adding explosive plays; tight end Jimmy Graham contributed 520 yards and 10 touchdowns in a supporting role.| Player | Receptions | Yards | Avg | TDs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doug Baldwin | 75 | 991 | 13.2 | 8 |
| Paul Richardson | 44 | 703 | 16.0 | 6 |
| Tyler Lockett | 45 | 555 | 12.3 | 2 |
Defensive Leaders
The defense generated 35 sacks (tied for 12th in the NFL) and 14 interceptions, with Wagner's tackling anchoring the front seven amid secondary injuries; Clark's 9 sacks highlighted an effective pass rush that forced 25 total opponent turnovers. Tackles| Player | Combined Tackles |
|---|---|
| Bobby Wagner | 133 |
| Player | Sacks |
|---|---|
| Frank Clark | 9.0 |
| Player | INTs |
|---|---|
| Earl Thomas | 2 |
| Justin Coleman | 2 |
| Bobby Wagner | 2 |
| Richard Sherman | 2 |
Special Teams Leaders
Kicker Blair Walsh converted 72.4% of field goal attempts, including a long of 50 yards, while punter Jon Ryan's 45.0 net average helped flip field position; Lockett's return prowess added 949 kick return yards, including one touchdown. Field Goals| Player | FGM/FGA |
|---|---|
| Blair Walsh | 21/29 |
| Player | Punts | Yards | Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jon Ryan | 92 | 4,141 | 45.0 |
| Player | Returns | Yards | TDs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Lockett | 37 | 949 | 1 |
Team Totals
The Seahawks offense managed 5,286 total yards (330.4 per game, 15th in the NFL), while the defense permitted 5,171 yards (323.2 per game, 18th); their +8 turnover margin ranked 7th league-wide, providing crucial edges in close contests.[4][52]References
- https://www.[espn.com](/page/ESPN.com)/nfl/game/_/gameId/400951709/seahawks-cowboys