The Arizona Cardinals have coughed up a mind-blowing 29 touchdowns in just eight games this season, the most in the entire NFL. That’s a defensive struggle screaming opportunity, and our Seahawks, coming in as an 8.5-point favorite with the game total at 39.5 points according to FanDuel Sportsbook, are ready to seize it at Lumen Field on Sunday for this crucial divisional rematch.
Time For The Offense To Go Off
Yeah, our Hawks have had an inconsistent season, we all know it. But when you see a defense that’s allowed 29 touchdowns in eight games, the most in the entire league, your eyes should light up. That’s a gaping door for Seattle’s offense, especially when it comes to finishing drives in the red zone. This is where we show what we’re made of, and there are a couple of key guys who need to step up big time.
First up, rookie running back Jadarian Price. The dude’s got flashes of brilliance, capable of turning nothing into something huge. Our recent O-line investment means he should get more lanes, and against a D struggling this much, those opportunities could absolutely translate into a touchdown. He’s listed at +180 for an anytime touchdown scorer, which feels spicy. There’s one big catch though: he *has* to protect the football. His fumbles have been a concern, and another mistake could put him on the sideline. But if he can hold onto the rock, his explosiveness could be a game-changer.
Then there’s Jaxon Smith-Njigba, our main man. He and Drew Lock have shown some good chemistry already, and that connection is gonna be vital against a Cardinals pass defense that’s been, shall we say, less than stellar. JSN is built to finish drives, especially in the red zone. Remember how important he was in our first meeting with these guys? The Seahawks need to feed him the ball when we get close, no question. He’s at -125 for an anytime touchdown, which tells you what the oddsmakers think about his chances.
Can We Contain McBride?
While our offense looks to exploit the Cardinals’ struggles, we can’t ignore the threats they bring. Trey McBride is one of the most reliable pass-catching tight ends in the NFL, and let’s be real, Seattle has historically struggled to contain him. It’s a recurring issue with our coverage behind the linebackers, especially when opponents attack those intermediate areas of the field. McBride lives for that kind of weakness. He consistently finds space, gives his quarterback a reliable outlet, and Arizona will absolutely look to involve him. The bet for him to go over 59.5 receiving yards feels like a real possibility, especially if we focus too much on shutting down other options. It’s on our defense to tighten up and make sure he doesn’t carve us up.
It’s a huge divisional rematch at Lumen Field, and the stakes are clear. Our Hawks have been inconsistent, sure, but this is the chance to show what this offense can REALLY do against a team that’s bleeding touchdowns. Can Jadarian Price break out without a fumble? Will JSN be the red zone monster we know he is? We’re favored by 8.5 points, and it’s time to prove why. Get loud, 12s, because Sunday is for proving a point against a struggling Cards defense!
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Originally reported by Field Gulls.
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