Seattle Seahawks: 2018 Season preview, prediction and more

Offense Preview

For the Seahawks offense to be successful in 2018, Russell Wilson will need to continue to play at an MVP level. The whole offense runs off of his ability to scramble and extend plays with his athleticism and mobility. The only other player who does more for his team is, arguably, Aaron Rodgers. That tells you just how much the Seahawks rely on Wilson.

The team did take steps to alleviate some of the pressure Wilson regularly faces this offseason, but it’s not something that changes in a single season. Drafting Rashaad Penny was a clear signal that Pete Carroll realizes the team was most successful when they had a reliable run game. While Penny may rejuvenate the run game in the future, it’s unlikely he’ll make a huge difference as a rookie.

The Seahawks are also dealing with changes at the wide receiver and tight end positions. The team’s second best receiver, Paul Richardson, left in free agency. Five-time Pro Bowl tight end Jimmy Graham also left along with his immediate backup, Luke Willson.

To replace the losses the Seahawks added Brandon Marshall, Jaron Brown and Marcus Johnson at receiver. The team then drafted rookie tight end Will Dissly and signed veteran tight end Ed Dickson.

Overall, I think the offense lost more than it gained, but the Preseason showed the Seahawks have a good amount of receivers who can contribute. Right now the offense has more depth that star power at the pass catching positions, whether that’s a good thing or not has yet to be seen.