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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

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Free agents

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Unrestricted

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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2017 Seattle Seahawks draft
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

  1. ^ 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.
  2. ^ 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.
  3. ^ 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.
  4. ^ 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

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All undrafted free agents were signed after the 2017 NFL draft concluded on April 29,[53] unless noted otherwise.

2017 Seattle Seahawks Undrafted Free Agents
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

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2017 Seattle Seahawks staff

Front office

Head coaches

  • Head coach/executive vice president of football operations – Pete Carroll
  • Assistant head coach/offensive line – Tom Cable
  • Assistant head coach/linebackers – Micheal Barrow

Offensive coaches

Defensive coaches

Special teams coaches

Strength and conditioning

Final roster

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2017 Seattle Seahawks roster
Quarterbacks (QB)

Running backs (RB)

Wide receivers (WR)

Tight ends (TE)

Offensive linemen (OL)

Defensive linemen (DL)

Linebackers (LB)

Defensive backs (DB)

Special teams (ST)

Practice squad

Reserve

Rookies in italics
53 active, 17 reserve, 9 practice squad

Preseason

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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

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Schedule

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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

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Week 1: at Green Bay Packers

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Week One: Seattle Seahawks at Green Bay Packers – Game summary
Quarter 1 2 34Total
Seahawks 0 3 339
Packers 0 0 14317

at Lambeau Field, Green Bay, Wisconsin

Game information

Week 2: vs. San Francisco 49ers

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Week Two: San Francisco 49ers at Seattle Seahawks – Game summary
Quarter 1 2 34Total
49ers 0 6 039
Seahawks 6 0 0612

at CenturyLink Field, Seattle, Washington

Game information

Week 3: at Tennessee Titans

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Week Three: Seattle Seahawks at Tennessee Titans – Game summary
Quarter 1 2 34Total
Seahawks 0 7 71327
Titans 0 9 21333

at Nissan Stadium, Nashville, Tennessee

Game information

Week 4: vs. Indianapolis Colts

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Week Four: Indianapolis Colts at Seattle Seahawks – Game summary
Quarter 1 2 34Total
Colts 2 13 3018
Seahawks 3 7 221446

at CenturyLink Field, Seattle, Washington

Game information

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

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Week Five: Seattle Seahawks at Los Angeles Rams – Game summary
Quarter 1 2 34Total
Seahawks 0 10 3316
Rams 0 10 0010

at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, California

Game information

Week 7: at New York Giants

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Week Seven: Seattle Seahawks at New York Giants – Game summary
Quarter 1 2 34Total
Seahawks 0 3 71424
Giants 0 7 007

at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey

Game information

Week 8: vs. Houston Texans

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Week Eight: Houston Texans at Seattle Seahawks – Game summary
Quarter 1 2 34Total
Texans 14 7 31438
Seahawks 14 7 61441

at CenturyLink Field, Seattle, Washington

Game information

Week 9: vs. Washington Redskins

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Week Nine: Washington Redskins at Seattle Seahawks – Game summary
Quarter 1 2 34Total
Redskins 0 7 3717
Seahawks 2 0 01214

at CenturyLink Field, Seattle, Washington

  • Date: November 5
  • Game time: 1:05 p.m. PST
  • Game weather: 36 °F (2 °C), rain
  • Game attendance: 68,927
  • Referee: Ronald Torbert
  • TV announcers (Fox): Kevin Burkhardt, Charles Davis and Pam Oliver
  • Recap, Gamebook
Game information

Week 10: at Arizona Cardinals

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Week Ten: Seattle Seahawks at Arizona Cardinals – Game summary
Quarter 1 2 34Total
Seahawks 7 8 0722
Cardinals 0 7 3616

at University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale, Arizona

Game information

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

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Week Eleven: Atlanta Falcons at Seattle Seahawks – Game summary
Quarter 1 2 34Total
Falcons 14 10 7334
Seahawks 7 10 6831

at CenturyLink Field, Seattle, Washington

Game information

Week 12: at San Francisco 49ers

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Week Twelve: Seattle Seahawks at San Francisco 49ers – Game summary
Quarter 1 2 34Total
Seahawks 0 7 71024
49ers 0 3 3713

at Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, California

Game information

Week 13: vs. Philadelphia Eagles

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Week Thirteen: Philadelphia Eagles at Seattle Seahawks – Game summary
Quarter 1 2 34Total
Eagles 0 3 0710
Seahawks 10 0 7724

at CenturyLink Field, Seattle, Washington

  • Date: December 3
  • Game time: 5:30 p.m. PST
  • Game weather: 44 °F (7 °C), cloudy
  • Game attendance: 69,075
  • Referee: Tony Corrente
  • TV announcers (NBC): Al Michaels, Cris Collinsworth and Michele Tafoya
  • Recap, Gamebook
Game information

Week 14: at Jacksonville Jaguars

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Week Fourteen: Seattle Seahawks at Jacksonville Jaguars – Game summary
Quarter 1 2 34Total
Seahawks 0 0 101424
Jaguars 3 0 21630

at EverBank Field, Jacksonville, Florida

Game information

Week 15: vs. Los Angeles Rams

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Week Fifteen: Los Angeles Rams at Seattle Seahawks – Game summary
Quarter 1 2 34Total
Rams 13 21 6242
Seahawks 0 0 707

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

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

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Week Sixteen: Seattle Seahawks at Dallas Cowboys – Game summary
Quarter 1 2 34Total
Seahawks 0 7 7721
Cowboys 0 9 3012

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

Week 17: vs. Arizona Cardinals

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Week Seventeen: Arizona Cardinals at Seattle Seahawks – Game summary
Quarter 1 2 34Total
Cardinals 10 10 3326
Seahawks 7 0 71024

at CenturyLink Field, Seattle, Washington

Game information

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

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Division

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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

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# 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]
  1. ^ a b Philadelphia claimed the No. 1 seed over Minnesota based on winning percentage vs. common opponents. Philadelphia's cumulative record against Carolina, Chicago, the Los Angeles Rams and Washington was 5–0, compared to Minnesota's 4–1 cumulative record against the same four teams.
  2. ^ a b LA Rams claimed the No. 3 seed over New Orleans based on head-to-head victory.
  3. ^ a b New Orleans clinched the NFC South division over Carolina based on head-to-head sweep.
  4. ^ a b c Detroit finished ahead of Dallas and Seattle based on conference record, while Seattle finished ahead of Dallas based on head-to-head victory.
  5. ^ a b Green Bay finished ahead of Washington based on record vs. common opponents. Green Bay's cumulative record against Dallas, Minnesota, New Orleans and Seattle was 2–3, compared to Washington's 1–4 cumulative record against the same four teams.
  6. ^ a b Tampa Bay finished ahead of Chicago based on head-to-head victory.
  7. ^ When breaking ties for three or more teams under the NFL's rules, they are first broken within divisions, then comparing only the highest-ranked remaining team from each division.

Team leaders

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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

Richard Sherman

Bobby Wagner

Justin Coleman

2

References

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from Grokipedia
The 2017 Seattle Seahawks season was the franchise's 42nd in the () and its eighth under head coach . The team finished second in the with a 9–7 record, scoring 366 points while allowing 332, but missed the playoffs for the first time since 2011, as the wild card spots went to teams with better records, including the (11–5) and (10–6). Led by quarterback , who threw a league-high 34 passes and set an record with 19 fourth-quarter touchdowns, the Seahawks showed offensive resilience despite a struggling run game and inconsistent line play. The season marked a transitional period for Seattle's defense, particularly the once-feared "Legion of Boom" secondary, which was hampered by injuries including season-ending ailments to cornerback (Achilles tear), strong safety (neck), and defensive end (neck). These setbacks contributed to the unit ranking 16th in points allowed per game (20.8), a sharp decline from prior years of dominance. Linebacker anchored the front seven with 133 tackles, two interceptions, and 1.5 sacks, earning Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors, while wide receiver led the receiving corps with 75 catches for 991 yards and eight touchdowns, also making the Pro Bowl. Emerging talents like rookie cornerback Shaquill Griffin provided late-season stability, but the overall campaign highlighted roster turnover and the end of an era, as the Seahawks failed to extend their streak of five straight 10-win seasons and postseason appearances.

Offseason

Staff changes

The Seattle Seahawks entered the 2017 offseason with stability at the top of their organizational structure, as head coach and general manager John Schneider were both retained in their roles, providing continuity following the team's 10–5–1 record in 2016. No changes were made to the front office leadership, dispelling any speculation about potential shifts amid the team's ongoing contention in the . At the assistant coaching level, several modifications occurred to refresh the staff while maintaining the core defensive philosophy. Running backs coach , a longtime Seahawks figure who had held the position since 2009, departed in February 2017, with head coach citing a desire for new energy in the role; he was replaced by , previously the assistant running backs and special teams coach. Similarly, assistant linebackers coach , in his second year on the staff after a playing career with Seattle, chose to leave coaching altogether, announced in mid-February 2017. 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 and the promotion of from assistant to full defensive line coach. Title elevations featured moving from offensive coordinator assistant to assistant head coach and passing game coordinator, advancing from assistant special teams coach to special teams coordinator, Travis Jones shifting from defensive line coach to senior defensive assistant, and joining as defensive after serving as an intern. These changes emphasized internal promotions and defensive depth, aligning with the evolving needs of the Legion of Boom era. , who had led the unit since 2015, retained his position with an increased emphasis on adapting schemes to personnel transitions in the secondary.

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. 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. 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. 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 , 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 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 on a two-year, $6.45 million contract on March 22, 2017, strengthening the secondary. Linebacker signed a one-year deal on March 24, 2017, while linebackers and Dewey McDonald were added on March 27 and March 26, 2017, respectively, to enhance special teams and run defense. Re-signings focused on retaining core contributors to maintain continuity. Neiko Thorpe, a special teams standout, re-signed on a one-year deal on March 14, 2017. DeShawn Shead returned on a one-year contract worth up to $1.5 million on March 17, 2017, following his recovery from a injury. 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. 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. 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 at the original round level ($1.797 million) on March 9, 2017, but declined to match a three-year offer sheet from the 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 —along with a 2018 sixth-round pick—to the for a 2018 fifth-round pick, facilitating Lynch's unretirement with his hometown team. Later, on July 28, 2017, Seattle traded linebacker to the in exchange for linebacker , 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 , tight end from (transitioning to tight end), offensive lineman Jordan Roos from Purdue, wide receiver Darreus Rogers from USC, defensive tackle Jeremy Liggins from , linebacker Otha Peters from Louisiana-Monroe, and tight end Hayden Plinke from UTEP, all on May 1-2, 2017. 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 throughout 2017. 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 entered the 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. 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 for the No. 31 pick, a 2017 third-round selection (No. 95), and a 2017 seventh-round pick (No. 249). They then dealt the No. 31 pick to the for a 2017 second-round pick (No. 34) and a 2017 fourth-round pick (No. 111). Finally, they swapped the No. 34 pick with the for the No. 35 pick and a 2017 fourth-round pick (No. 102). These maneuvers netted the Seahawks 11 total selections, emphasizing depth over high-upside gambles in a draft class perceived as weak at the top. 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. In the second round, they prioritized interior defensive line help with , a 6-foot-6, 295-pound disruptor from Michigan State projected to rotate immediately and develop as a pass-rusher. , 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. The third round yielded four picks, starting with cornerback from at No. 90, a high-athleticism (96th speed score) option to back up or eventually replace . Delano Hill (No. 95, ) added physicality and sub-package versatility behind and . Nazair Jones (No. 102, ), a 6-foot-5 run-stuffer, provided rotational depth on the defensive line. (No. 106, ), a tough 6-foot-2 receiver with 58 catches and seven touchdowns in 2016, offered wideout depth and special teams potential. Later rounds continued the defensive emphasis with safety (No. 111, ), who led the nation with 23 passes defended the prior year and targeted special teams roles. Sixth-rounders included safety Michael Tyson (No. 187, ), 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. The seventh round brought David Moore (No. 226, East Central), a speedy (4.43-second ) Division II prospect for consideration, and (No. 249, Oklahoma State), who averaged 6.82 yards per carry as a backup.
RoundOverall PickPlayerPositionCollege
235DTMichigan State
258CLSU
390CB
395Delano HillS
3102Nazair JonesDT
3106WR
4111S
6187Michael TysonS
6210Justin SeniorOTMississippi State
7226David MooreWREast Central
7249RBOklahoma State
All 11 draftees signed their four-year contracts before in late July 2017, with second-rounders McDowell and Pocic among the first to ink deals in May. Initial evaluations highlighted the class's potential to provide immediate depth, particularly in the secondary—where four defensive backs were selected as insurance against injury—and along the lines, though concerns lingered over McDowell's raw technique and the overall athletic limitations in the offensive line additions. The strategy aligned with general manager John Schneider's philosophy of trading down for volume, aiming to sustain the defensive identity amid roster transitions.

Preseason

Preseason

The Seahawks' preseason schedule included four games: August 13 at the , August 18 versus the Minnesota Vikings at home, August 25 versus the at home, and August 31 at the .

Key performances

The Seattle Seahawks concluded their 2017 preseason with an undefeated 4-0 record, securing wins against the (48-17 on August 13), Minnesota Vikings (20-13 on August 18), (26-13 on August 25), and (17-13 on August 31). This strong showing allowed head coach 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 . Standout individual performances included undrafted , who rushed for 102 yards on 24 carries across the preseason, including efficient gains in the opener against the Chargers that elevated him in the depth chart behind and C.J. Prosise. , vying for a roster spot, recorded nine receptions for 208 yards and a , with notable one-handed catches and special teams contributions in the and Raiders games that helped secure his place on the 53-man roster. (third-round pick) impressed in the secondary, breaking up multiple passes against the without allowing deep completions, positioning him as a key depth piece behind . Backup quarterback Austin Davis shone in the finale, completing 10 of 16 passes for 123 yards and a game-winning to , bolstering his case in the quarterback competition with . Unit performances underscored roster battles, especially on the offensive line, where injuries forced tryouts among backups. Rookie guard (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 game, highlighting the group's depth amid ongoing adjustments. Defensively, rookie 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 room.

Regular season

Schedule

The 2017 Seattle Seahawks played an 8–8 regular season schedule, consisting of eight home games at in , Washington, and eight away games, including two contests each against their division rivals: the , , and . The schedule featured five primetime games and a Week 6 bye.

Preseason

The Seahawks' preseason schedule included four games: August 13 at the , August 18 versus the Minnesota Vikings at home, August 25 versus the at home, and August 31 at the .

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.
WeekDateOpponentLocationTime (ET)TV Network
1Sunday, September 10at , Green Bay, WI4:25 p.m.
2Sunday, September 17vs. , , WA4:25 p.m.
3Sunday, September 24at Nissan Stadium, Nashville, TN4:05 p.m.
4Sunday, October 1vs. , , WA8:30 p.m.
5Sunday, October 8at , Los Angeles, CA4:05 p.m.
6-Bye---
7Sunday, October 22at , East Rutherford, NJ4:25 p.m.
8Sunday, October 29vs. Houston Texans, , WA4:05 p.m.
9Sunday, November 5vs. Washington , , WA4:25 p.m.
10Thursday, November 9at Stadium, Glendale, AZ8:25 p.m.
11Monday, November 20vs. , , WA8:30 p.m.
12Sunday, November 26at , Santa Clara, CA4:05 p.m.
13Sunday, December 3vs. , , WA8:30 p.m.
14Sunday, December 10at Field, Jacksonville, FL4:25 p.m.
15Sunday, December 17vs. , , WA4:05 p.m.
16Sunday, December 24at , Arlington, TX4:25 p.m.
17Sunday, December 31vs. , , WA4:25 p.m.
The flexed the Week 14 game at the Jaguars from its original 1:00 p.m. ET start time to 4:25 p.m. ET for their game, announced on , 2017, to accommodate broadcast preferences. No other schedule changes occurred.

Standings

The concluded the 2017 regular season with a 9–7 record, finishing second in the division. This placed them behind the division-winning (11–5) and ahead of the (8–8) and (6–10).
TeamWLTPCTDIVCONFPFPAHomeRoadL10Strk
1150.6885–19–34783297–14–47–3W2
970.5634–27–53663325–34–46–4W1
Arizona Cardinals880.5002–46–62953616–22–65–5L1
San Francisco 49ers6100.3751–54–83313834–42–64–6W1
In the overall NFC standings, the Seahawks ranked eighth with their 9–7 mark, tying the and for seventh through ninth but falling behind due to tiebreakers. The Lions secured seventh place with an 8–4 conference record, while the Seahawks edged the Cowboys for eighth on head-to-head (a 24–10 win in Week 13). This positioning eliminated Seattle from playoff contention, as the 's six postseason berths went to teams with superior records: the and (13–3 each), and (11–5 each), (11–5), and (10–6). The following table summarizes the final 2017 NFC standings (top nine teams shown for relevance to playoff positioning):
RankTeamWLTPCTDIVCONFPFPASOS
11330.8135–110–2371267.465
2Minnesota Vikings1330.8135–111–1382265.465
31150.6885–19–3478329.465
41150.6884–29–3404330.504
51150.6884–29–3391302.516
61060.6254–29–3353309.469
7970.5635–18–4345358.496
8970.5634–27–5366332.492
9970.5635–17–5353277.465
The Seahawks' was .492 (18th in the ), calculated from their opponents' combined .

Week 1: at

The Seahawks opened the season with a 17-9 loss to the Packers at , struggling offensively in a defensive battle. completed 14 of 29 passes for 158 yards with no touchdowns and one , 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 that proved pivotal, as the Seahawks could not capitalize on their opportunities in the red zone. Turnovers were limited to one lost, but the offense's inefficiency, including three field goals by , sealed the defeat.

Week 2: vs.

secured a narrow 12-9 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 but no scores, complemented by 131 rushing yards led by . The game turned on a blocked extra point and strong safety play, with the Seahawks' defense forcing two turnovers and limiting to three field goals. Walsh's three field goals provided all the offense needed in a low-scoring affair that highlighted 's resilience after the opening loss.

Week 3: at

The Seahawks fell 33-27 in to the Titans on the road, in a marked by Marcus Mariota's dual-threat performance. Wilson excelled with 373 passing yards and four on 25 of 37 attempts, but the team committed no turnovers yet allowed 149 rushing yards to . A late Titans forced , where Mariota's 11-yard scramble on third down set up the -winning . Seattle's defense struggled against the run, contributing to the loss that dropped them to 1-2.

Week 4: vs.

Seattle dominated the 46-18 at home, exploding offensively in a rout. Wilson passed for 330 yards and five with two interceptions, while the rushing attack gained 194 yards, including a score from Rawls. Defensive end suffered a season-ending during the game, but the unit still recorded three sacks and forced two turnovers. Key moments included Wilson's 60-yard pass to Paul Richardson and a pick-six by , establishing Seattle's momentum.

Week 5: at

The Seahawks edged the 16-10 in a defensive slugfest, slowing a high-powered offense. Wilson threw for 198 yards and one touchdown with two interceptions, supported by just 62 rushing yards. Safety forced two turnovers, including a fumble recovery, while the defense sacked four times. A late by Walsh and a goal-line stand preserved the win, improving to 3-2 and showcasing their Legion of Boom remnants despite ongoing injury concerns.

Week 7: at

After their bye week, defeated the Giants 24-7 on the road, with Wilson accounting for 321 passing yards and two total s. The rushing game added 104 yards, and the defense forced one turnover while holding New York to under 250 total yards. A 75-yard run by Rawls in the second quarter shifted momentum, as the Seahawks built a 17-0 lead. This victory extended their winning streak to three, highlighting improved line play.

Week 8: vs. 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 . The rushing attack faltered with only 33 yards, but avoided major mistakes beyond one turnover. matched Wilson with 402 yards and four scores, but a crucial failure by after a late touchdown proved decisive. Wilson's 21-yard touchdown pass to with seconds left sealed the comeback, marking a season high in scoring.

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 . A blocked returned for a touchdown by Washington in the fourth quarter turned the tide, despite Seattle's defense limiting to 244 yards. The Seahawks' offense stalled in the red zone late, ending their five-game .

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.

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.

Week 12: at

rebounded with a 24-13 road win over the 49ers, bolstered by the recent acquisition of offensive tackle via trade from . Wilson threw for 228 yards and two touchdowns with one interception, supported by 90 rushing yards. The defense forced one turnover and sacked three times, with Bobby Wagner's interception setting up a key score. Brown's protection helped limit sacks to two, aiding a balanced attack.

Week 13: vs.

In one of their most impressive performances, the Seahawks defeated the 24-10 at home, derailing 's undefeated season. Wilson passed for 247 yards and two with no turnovers, while the rush gained 101 yards. The defense, led by Wagner's 15 tackles, held to 193 yards and forced two turnovers, including a pick-six by . A 97-yard drive capped by Wilson's score to highlighted the win, boosting to 8-4.

Week 14: at

The upset 30-24, with their defense dominating in the second half. Wilson threw for 303 yards and two touchdowns but suffered three , contributing to three turnovers. Rushing totaled 141 yards, but 's ran for 100 yards and two scores. A late by set up the game-winning , as 's secondary struggles post-injuries were evident.

Week 15: vs.

Seattle suffered a 42-7 blowout loss to the , 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. ' 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.

Week 16: at

The Seahawks kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a 21-12 win over 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' threw two interceptions, one returned for a by , which swung the game. Seattle's defense sacked Prescott five times, securing the victory in a run-heavy, defensive battle.

Week 17: vs.

In the regular season finale, lost 26-24 to the Cardinals, finishing 9-7 and missing the . Wilson passed for 242 yards and two touchdowns with no turnovers, and the rush added 101 yards. A late missed by Walsh and a 21-yard touchdown catch by with 20 seconds left gave the win. The Seahawks' defense allowed 359 yards, but the loss came down to critical special teams errors.

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.

Offense

PositionPlayers
Quarterback, Austin Davis
Running Back, Mike Davis, , C.J. Prosise (IR return candidate, limited play)
Wide Receiver, , Paul Richardson, , David Moore
Tight End, ,
Offensive Line (mid-season acquisition), , , , , , Matt Tobin, Jordan Roos, Rees Odhiambo

Defense

PositionPlayers
Defensive LineMichael Bennett, Sheldon Richardson, Jarran Reed, Frank Clark, Nazair Jones, Quinton Jefferson, Dion Jordan, Branden Jackson
LinebackerBobby Wagner, K.J. Wright, Michael Wilhoite, Terence Garvin, Josh Forrest, D.J. Alexander
Defensive BackRichard Sherman (IR), Earl Thomas, Kam Chancellor (IR), Shaquill Griffin, Bradley McDougald, Justin Coleman, Neiko Thorpe, Delano Hill, Tedric Thompson, Jeremy Lane

Special Teams

PositionPlayers
Kicker
Punter
Long Snapper
This configuration emphasized veteran leadership and depth, with 11 rookies and second-year players like contributing significantly to the secondary's late-season performance.

Statistical leaders

The 2017 Seattle Seahawks' offensive output was heavily driven by quarterback , 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 average of approximately 1,800 team rushing yards. 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.

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.
PlayerCompletions/AttemptsYardsTDsINTs
339/5533,9833411

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.
PlayerAttemptsYardsAvgTDs
955866.23
Mike Davis682403.50
492084.20

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; Jimmy Graham contributed 520 yards and 10 touchdowns in a supporting role.
PlayerReceptionsYardsAvgTDs
7599113.28
Paul Richardson4470316.06
4555512.32

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
PlayerCombined Tackles
Bobby Wagner133
Sacks
PlayerSacks
Frank Clark9.0
Interceptions
PlayerINTs
Earl Thomas2
Justin Coleman2
Bobby Wagner2
Richard Sherman2

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
PlayerFGM/FGA
Blair Walsh21/29
Punting
PlayerPuntsYardsAvg
Jon Ryan924,14145.0
Kick Returns
PlayerReturnsYardsTDs
Tyler Lockett379491

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.

References

  1. https://www.[espn.com](/page/ESPN.com)/nfl/game/_/gameId/400951709/seahawks-cowboys
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