Eagles vs. Seahawks: Preview, score prediction for Week 13
By Randy Gurzi
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Seattle Seahawks
The Philadelphia Eagles face a tough challenge on the road as they attempt to improve up their league-leading 10-1 record. The Seattle Seahawks are one of the tougher teams to beat at home, and look to get back into the NFC West race with a big win on Sunday Night Football.
So, how will things play out in this huge NFC clash?
Philadelphia Keys To Victory
Get after Wilson: It’s no secret the Seahawks pass protection stinks. The Eagles are great at getting after the pass rushers anyway, which means this could be a great night for them. The entire Seattle offense is built around quarterback Russell Wilson, so winning against that bad line could be the biggest factor for them.
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Attack the secondary: Seattle’s “Legion of Boom” secondary no linger strikes fear into opposing offenses. Cornerback Richard Sherman and safety Kam Chancellor are gone for the season, which means Earl Thomas is the one guy to fear. The Eagles have been great attacking teams through the air and need to keep it going Sunday.
Stay confident: The crowd in Seattle gets louder than almost every other crowd and there are some young players on Philadelphia’s roster. They can’t allow that to shake their rhythm or confidence though. It will be important to keep their belief in themselves no matter how the game starts out.
Seattle Keys To Victory
Get the run game going: The Seahawks have been really poor in the run game this season. They’re currently 20th in the league in yards per game, but they need to improve on that to win against the Eagles. It will be a tough task as this is the No. 1 defense in the NFL against the run, but it is necessary in order to keep the high-flying Eagles offense off the field while also slowing the pass rush down.
Slow down the pass rush: The above key is one way to slow the pass rush, but they can do this in other ways as well. Screen passes, slants and anything to get the ball out quickly will be beneficial. Seattle has to do something other than hope Wilson can play Houdini and escape free rushers all night long.
Make Wentz uncomfortable: Philly isn’t the only team with a good pass rush in this game. The Seahawks have their share of guys who can alter the game, and they need them to show up. Carson Wentz is playing at an MVP-level, but he’s still a young player. The Seahawks may be able to force him into a mistake or two, but only if they make sure he doesn’t get comfortable in the pocket.
Odds
Point Spread: Philadelphia -5.5
Moneyline: Philadelphia -230, Seattle +205
Over/Under: 47.5
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Prediction
No team has been as impressive as the Philadelphia Eagles this season. They’re a complete unit in all three phases and their pass rushers should have a field day with this Seahawks offensive line. Wentz should also have his way with the make shift secondary. They won’t get another blowout win, but they will walk away 11-1.
Final Score: Philadelphia Eagles: 34, Seattle Seahawks: 23