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Saleh’s Wild Preseason Move: Starters Go Full Throttle, And You Know Why

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Our Seahawks are officially taking on the Tennessee Titans tonight in their second preseason game, and if you’re like me, you’ve been counting down the minutes. The word straight from Coach Robert Saleh himself is huge for us 12s: our starters might just be out there for the entire first half. This isn’t just another exhibition; it feels like a statement game for the Emerald City.

Cleaning Up the 49ers Mess

Let’s be real, that last game against the San Francisco 49ers was a gut punch. Both our offense and defense looked like they were still figuring things out, and it definitely wasn’t the strong start we wanted for our preseason. So, when Coach Saleh hinted that the starters would get significant reps tonight, it clicked. It’s a smart call, maybe even a necessary one. This isn’t about padding stats; it’s about sharpening those edges and getting everyone on the same page. We need to see our guys come out firing, executing those easy plays, and bringing the kind of relentless energy we expect. No more sluggish starts. We’re looking for that crisp execution from our offense and that suffocating pressure from our defense that we know they’re capable of.

What We’re Watching for Against the Titans

The Titans apparently stepped up their game at Friday’s joint practice, holding their own against our Hawks. That’s a good challenge for our squad. From what we hear, Tennessee’s quarterback, Cam Ward, has some things to clean up. The biggest thing to watch from him? Hitting the simple throws and avoiding the temptation to bail out of the pocket too early. That move usually spells disaster, and our defense should be ready to capitalize if he tries it. This isn’t just about winning; it’s about our defense showing they can pressure the pocket, force mistakes, and shut down an opposing quarterback who struggles under duress. This is where our D can truly make a statement and show they’ve ironed out any wrinkles from last week.

So, get ready! Kickoff is at 7:00 PM, and the game is nationally televised on FOX, so there’s no excuse to miss it. This isn’t just another preseason matchup; it’s our chance to see the starters get real work, clean up that 49ers performance, and build momentum. Let’s show the league what the Seahawks are made of. Go Hawks!

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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.

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