Good morning, 12s. Here's a look at what's happening today – Wednesday, Sept. 15 – for your Seattle Seahawks.
David Carr Moves Russell Wilson Up In Offensive Player Rankings
Praise for Russell Wilson continues to circulate the internet after his standout performance against the Colts. On Monday, it was Peter King naming him as an Offensive Player of the Week. Yesterday it was former NFL quarterback and current NFL.com analyst David Carr, who listed Wilson at No. 2 in his weekly offensive player rankings.
Wilson was nearly flawless in Week 1, completing 18 of 23 passes for 254 yards, four touchdowns and no interceptions. Carr took notice, as he only placed Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes ahead of Wilson in his rankings.
Here's what Carr wrote about the Seahawks QB:
"Back in June, Wilson gave 'The News Tribune' some insight about new offensive coordinator Shane Waldron's system: 'It's super complex. We are going to be able to move people around. We are going to do everything that we want to.' I saw just that in Week 1. Wilson finally has an offensive system worthy of his ability. We can slot Russ at the center of the MVP conversation, based on what I saw against the Colts."
Seahawks Hold Neighborhood Takeover On Tuesday
The Seahawks spent Tuesday in the community ahead of Sunday's home opener at Lumen Field. The Neighborhood Takeover was held as part of "Welcome Home 12s" week, which continues with Blue Friday, Blue Friday Happy Hour and the home opener concert by Macklemore and Ayron Jones.
To begin the Neighborhood Takeover, the Seahawks' staff assembled 200 care packages and delivered them to Allen Family Center. Care packages included a variety of Seahawks-themed items, including tote bags, beanies, water bottles, socks and yearbooks. Safeway also donated can openers, masks, granola bars, trail mix, grocery and gas gift cards and first aid items, among other things.
The Neighborhood Takeover continued into the afternoon when Blitz and Gee Scott visited local restaurants around Lumen Field and delivered Seahawks schedule posters. The Seahawks also paid $500 to each restaurant to pay for however many customers that covered. Blitz and Gee Scott visited Tai Tung, Salumi and Pioneer Square D&E. Head over to the Seahawks’ Instagram stories for a look at the food.
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Seahawks left tackle Duane Brown was an absolute beast in his return to the field on Sunday:
More From Around The Web
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Dave Wyman of 710 ESPN Seattle broke down why Tyler Lockett’s 69-yard touchdown reception was so impressive.
Corbin Smith of Sports Illustrated on the Seahawks’ plan to mix and match Marquise Blair and Ugo Amadi.
Go behind the scenes with team photographer Rod Mar as he shares moments from the Seattle Seahawks' 28-16 win over the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on September 12, 2021. Eye on the Hawks is presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers.
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson signs autographs for 12s before the Week 1 opener at Indianapolis.
12s line up in the first row of seats to greet Seahawks players entering the field for early warmups.
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson runs laps around the field as he warms up for the game.
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson and receiever DK Metcalf confer during early warmups.
Vulcan's Bert Kolde, Seahawks president and CEO Chuck Arnold and head coach Pete Carroll have a conversation on the sidelines before the game.
Proud 12s proclaim that "Seattle Football is Back".
Seattle's Carols Dunlap heads from the locker room to the field for pregame warmups.
Seahawks rookie wide receiver D'Wayne Eskridge stretches before his pro regular season debut.
Seahawks defensive line coach Clint Hurtt shakes hands with linebacker Bobby Wagner during warmups.
Quarterback Russell Wilson greets and shouts encouragement to head coach Pete Carroll along with every player, coach and staff member as they return to the locker room after pregame warmups.
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson waits to lead the team onto the field during pregame introductions.
Linebacker Bobby Wagner and defensive backs Jamal Adams and D.J. Reed make a stop early in the game.
Seahawks defensive captain Bobby Wagner celebrates a tackle for loss.
Head coach Pete Carroll talks to quarterback Russell Wilson before the Seahawks first offensive possession.
Seattle's Chris Carson plants a Colts defensive back with a stiff arm at the end of a long run in the first quarter.
Seahawks receiver Tyler Lockett adjusts his route to make a twisting over-the-shoulder touchdown catch on a pass from quarterback Russell Wilson.
Seahawks defensive end Rasheem Green celebrates after sacking Colts quarterback Carson Wentz.
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson rolls out as receiver Freddie Swain runs a route in the second quarter.
Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner makes a tackle in the second quarter.
Seattle's Jamal Adams upends a Colts player as Rasheem Green apporches to finish the tackle.
Offensive coordinator Shane Waldron calls in a play from the sidelines to quarterback Russell Wilson
Seahawks receiver Tyler Lockett hauls in a 69-yard pass reception from Russell Wilson.
Seattle's Tyler Lockett celebrates his second touchdown of the game with two fingers in the air.
Seattle defensive linemen Bryan Mone and Poona Ford combine to hit Colts quarterback Carson Wentz.
Seahawks defensive lineman Benson Mayowa sacks Colts quarterback Carson Wentz.
Seattle's Jamal Adams flies over the pile as the Seahawks defense held and recovered a fumble on this fourth down play.
Seahawks safety Jamal Adams celebrates after the Seattle defense forced a turnover on fourth down.
Seahawks defensive backs celebrate in the end zone after a fumble recovery by D.J. Reed on fourth down.
Offensive line coach Mike Solari works with Duane Brown, Damien Lewis, Jamarco Jones and Stone Forsythe on the sideline between offensive series.
Seahawks pass rusher Darrell Taylor hits Colts quarterback Carson Wentz, forcing an incompletion.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf catches a pass in the end zone from Russell Wilson.
Seahawks defensive backs coach Andre Curtis smiles on the sidelines with players Ugo Amadi, Jamal Adams and D.J. Reed near the end of the game.
After the game, Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson took a lap around the field, high-fiving and thanking 12s who watched him lead Seattle to the Week 1 win over the Colts.
Seahawks fans salute their team as they leave the field after the victory.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf is stylish as he meets with the media after the game.
