Good morning, 12s. Here's a look at what's happening today – Tuesday, Dec. 15 – for your Seattle Seahawks.
Bucky Brooks Sees Jamal Adams as Seahawks' X-Factor
Jamal Adams has enjoyed a record-setting first season with the Seahawks in 2020. He missed four games due to injury, but he still set the single-season sack record by a defensive back (8.5) with three games remaining. Adams has a chance to shatter the record, which he said he aims to do.
For the Seahawks, Adams is catching fire at the perfect time. He has a sack in three straight games and in five of six games since returning from injury. With the end of the regular season fast approaching, Seattle needs that continued production from Adams.
NFL Network analyst Bucky Brooks – who was a Seahawks scout after retiring as an NFL player – believes Adams will be the difference-maker down the stretch for Seattle.
"I learned that Jamal Adams is the X-factor to the Seattle Seahawks' title hopes," Brooks explained. "When they gave up picks to bring Jamal Adams over (from the Jets), there was outrage. 'How could you give up so much to bring over Jamal Adams, a guy who doesn't get interceptions?' But Pete Carroll had a vision for how he wanted to play his defense. Jamal Adams is the Seahawks' best pass rusher and they're using him like that. They're putting him in the box, letting him go after the quarterback. He has 8.5 sacks and he's making an impact each and every week. Considering he's only played in nine (of 13) games, the sky's the limit for how he can impact this defense and help them get on their way as they make a run at another Lombardi."
Carlos Dunlap II Gives Back To Hometown For The Holidays
Carlos Dunlap II has made an immediate impact on the field since joining the Seahawks earlier this season, but that hasn't stopped him from making an impact off it.
Dunlap, who was born and raised in North Charleston, S.C., used his Carlos Dunlap Foundation to give back to his hometown. He partnered with the North Charleston Police Department (NCPD) for their annual "Kids and Cops" program.
With the help of generous sponsors like Dunlap, the program allows underprivileged children from North Charleston's schools to receive Christmas gifts while shopping with their parents and the NCPD. The city had 50 children lined up to participate in the program before Dunlap stepped in and sponsored an additional 50 children.
You can learn more about the program and Dunlap's involvement by watching this short video posted by the North Charleston Government.
Virtual Holiday Blitz Package Now Available
With the holidays right around the corner, the Seahawks have the perfect gift for your loved ones. Instead of buying traditional merchandise (which is also encouraged!), have your favorite mascot send a personalized message.
The Virtual Holiday Blitz package includes a personalized holiday message video from Blitz. You also receive an Blitz autographed holiday themed commemorative football, a Seahawks holiday tree ornament and a small box of chocolates from Charbonnel et Walker.
The entire package is available for $75 and can be purchased right here.
Social Post Of The Day
Pro Bowl voting is still underway and the Seahawks are making an all-out push to get players voted in. Nick Bellore the leading vote-getter among special teamers when the latest results were unveiled, and tweets like this one show exactly why.
Even DK Metcalf couldn't help but laugh.
More From Around The Web
Seahawks.com reporter John Boyle has injury updates on Carlos Dunlap II, Brandon Shell and more.
Also at Seahawks.com, Boyle with 12 numbers that told the story from Sunday’s win.
Bob Condotta and Adam Jude of the Seattle Times answer four questions in their weekly “Four Downs” column.
Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic deciphers what’s sustainable and what isn’t from Sunday’s blowout victory.
Joe Fann of NBC Sports Northwest responded to fan overreactions and determined if they were, in fact, overreactions.
Go behind the scenes with team photographer Rod Mar as he shares moments from the Seattle Seahawks' Week 14 game vs. the New York Jets. Eye on the Hawks is presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers.
Seahawks Shaquem Griffin, Carlos Dunlap and Shaquill Griffin walk to the locker room at Lumen Field upon their arrival for the Week 13 matchup with the visiting New York Jets.
Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll heads onto the field during early warmups.
Seahawks linebacker Jordyn Brooks during early warmups.
Seahawks tight end Will Dissly is all smiles as he walks onto the turf at Lumen Field on Sunday.
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson is focused as he heads to the field for his early warmups.
Seahawks linebacker Ben Burr-Kirven goes through his early warmups.
Seahawks defensive lineman L.J. Collier works on drills during early warmups before the Jets game.
Seahawks defensive linemen gather after their early warmups.
Seahawks receiver Penny Hart during early warmups.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf during early warmups.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf stretches to make a catch during early warmups.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf leaps to make a catch during warmups.
Seahawks punter Michael Dickson warms up before the game.
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson greets teammates coming onto the field for pregame warmups.
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson greets offensive teammates in the huddle during pregame warmups.
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson leads the team onto the field.
Seahawks quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Geno Smith pray with assistant coach Austin Davis during the performance of the national anthem. At left is special teams assistant Larry Izzo.
Seahawks safety Jamal Adams stands with an arm raised during the performance of the national anthem.
Seahawks linebacker K.J. Wright makes a tackle during the opening drive.
Seahawks receiver Freddie Swain celebrates his touchdown reception with teammate Colby Parkinson.
Seahawks linebacker Ray Ray Armstrong strikes a pose after a kickoff.
Seahawks safety Jamal Adams breaks up a pass and teammate Shaquill Griffin has the Jets receiver covered on this play in the first half.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf celebrates his touchdown reception while his receiver teammates await with a card wishing him happy birthday.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf reads a card presented to him by his fellow receivers letting him know they are giving him an all-expenses paid vacation as a birthday present. Looking on is Seahawks offensive lineman Duane Brown.
Seahawks receiver David Moore tries but is unable to complete the reception on a long pass up the right sideline.
Seahawks safety Jamal Adams pressures Jets quarterback Sam Darnold into a sack, giving Adams the all-time record for sacks by a defensive back in a season.
Seahawks receiver Freddie Swain makes a leaping catch in Jets territory.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf is sent airborne at the end of a reception in the red zone.
Seahawks running back Chris Carson dances into the end zone with a touchdown in the third quarter.
Seahawks D.J. Reed and Jamal Adams celebrate.
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson fires from a clean pocket and gets blocking from right tackle Chad Wheeler and left tackle Damien Lewis.
Seahawks running back Chris Carson flies to another first down.
Seahawks tight end Will Dissly balances his way into the end zone for a touchdown in the third quarter.
Seahawks tackle Duane Brown spikes the ball after Will Dissly gave it to him in celebration after Dissly's touchdown.
Seahawks linebacker Shaquem Griffin shoots up the middle to sack Jets quarterback Sam Darnold.
Seahawks linebacker Shaquem Griffin celebrates after sacking Jets quarterback Sam Darnold.
Seahawks defensive lineman Jarran Reed brings down Jets quarterback Sam Darnold.
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson is the team's nominee for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award and his helmet bore a sticker for the award.
After the game, safety Jamal Adams met with players and coaches from his former team at midfield.
Seahawks receiver David Moore greets former teammate and current Jets lineman George Fant after the game.
Seahawks Shaquem Griffin and Duane Brown do socially-distanced television interviews (the tv cameras are out-of-frame to the left) on the rainy turf at Lumen Field after the game.
