Seattle Seahawks: 3 Bold predictions vs. Eagles, Week 12
By Samuel Teets
2. Both quarterbacks throw for over 300 yards
Sunday’s matchup features two of the mediocre secondaries. The Eagles allow 237.5passing yards per game while the Seahawks allow 271.8. Both teams have eight interceptions this season. To be fair, both secondaries have improved since the start of the season. However, neither is earning special recognition anytime soon.
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Both defenses have tough matchups this week. Philadelphia is lined up against Russell Wilson, the frontrunner for the MVP award. Wilson is completing 68.5 percent of his pass attempts, leads the NFL in passing touchdowns and passer rating, and is throwing for 273.7 yards per game. Wilson has three games with 300 or more passing yards this season.
The Eagles have a top-five run defense, which could prove challenging for Seattle. Luckily, the team can always fall back on Wilson. The future Hall of Fame quarterback has proven he can win games, no matter what it takes.
On the other side of the ball, Carson Wentz is absolutely fighting for Philadelphia’s playoff life. Wentz, who was the frontrunner for the 2017 MVP award before tearing his ACL late in the season, isn’t as impressive as Wilson. He’s completing 61.2 percent of his pass attempts, has a 91.4 passer rating, and is averaging 227.4 yards per game. He has two games with 300 passing yards this season.
While he’s incredibly inconsistent, Wentz still has star potential. Wilson will push Philadelphia’s quarterback to his limits.