The Seahawks’ J.D. McKissic jumps over the Giants’ Janoris Jenkins (20) during the first half of a game Oct. 22, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

The Seahawks’ J.D. McKissic jumps over the Giants’ Janoris Jenkins (20) during the first half of a game Oct. 22, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Grading the Seahawks’ 24-7 win over the Giants

Here’s how the Seattle Seahawks grade out in their 24-7 victory over the New York Giants on Sunday at MetLife Stadium:

OFFENSE

What a strange game for Seattle’s offense. The Seahawks dominated time of possession and yardage in the first half, but came away with just three points because of self-inflicted wounds in the form of penalties, dropped passes and turnovers. But once Seattle stopped shooting itself in the foot in the second half the offense began to hum. Quarterback Russell Wilson had a big day, going 27-for-39 for 334 yards and three touchdowns, despite the drops. Seattle also managed at least the threat of a running game as the Seahawks broke the 100-yard mark on the ground.

Grade: B-

DEFENSE

It was yet another signature performance by Seattle’s defense. The Seahawks held the Giants to just 177 yards, the fewest Seattle has allowed in a game this season. New York’s biggest threat was a running game that racked up 148 yards in last week’s 23-10 upset victory at Denver, and the Seahawks limited the Giants to 46 yards on 17 carries. And New York’s only touchdown came when a turnover gave the Giants the ball in the red zone, otherwise New York never even sniffed the end zone.

Grade: A

SPECIAL TEAMS

In a low-key manner punter Jon Ryan had a spectacular day as all five of his punts resulted in the Giants beginning drives inside their own 20-yard line. Ryan was assisted by great punt coverage that made sure there was no chance for any kind of return. The Seahawks also saw why D.J. Alexander was a special teams Pro Bowler with the Kansas City Chiefs as he partially blocked a punt. Seattle was clean in all other aspects of special teams, though the Seahawks didn’t get a lot going in the return game.

Grade: B+

COACHING

It was a questionable decision to go for it on fourth-and-goal from the 1 in the first quarter rather than take the chip-shot field goal, considering Seattle wasn’t able to get in the end zone the previous nine times the Seahawks lined up with goal-to-go on that possession. But Seattle’s offensive game plan contained a good balance of run and pass, sprinkled with a screen-pass game that had been absent so far this season. And the Seahawks dialed up the trick play at just the right time to put the game away.

Grade: B

OVERALL

The bye didn’t change the pattern of games for the Seahawks at all, as it was again up to the defense to keep Seattle in the game while the offense tried to find itself. But once more the defense was up to the task, and on this occasion the offense eventually came around. The victory keeps the Seahawks among the leaders in the NFC, and with two winnable home games on deck Seattle is well positioned to set itself as a front-runner for the second half of the season.

Grade: B+

Talk to us

> Give us your news tips.

> Send us a letter to the editor.

> More Herald contact information.

More in Sports

X
Vote for The Herald’s Prep Athlete of the Week for March 8-17

The Athlete of the Week nominees for March 8-17. Voting closes at… Continue reading

X
Silvertips’ playoff picture coming together as season hits final week

Everett is officially the Western Conference’s No. 3 seed and is likely heading into a matchup with Kelowna or Vancouver.

Los Angeles Rams offensive guard Tremayne Anchrum (72) against the Denver Broncos during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Seahawks add to position of need, sign guard Tremayne Anchrum Jr.

The 25-year-old has played in 31 games, starting once, since being drafted by the Los Angeles Rams in 2020.

Everett Community College head coach Chet Hovde watches as the women's team practices on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 in Everett, Wa. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)
EvCC coach Chet Hovde, who ‘lived for’ basketball, dies at 77

Coach Hovde graduated from Everett High School in 1965. He spent 33 years as the women’s basketball coach at the community college.

Jackson’s Ian Friedrichsen celebrates his goal with his teammates during the game against Bothell on Thursday, May 11, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Prep boys soccer: 5 things to watch for the 2024 season in Snohomish County

A look at the top local storylines for this high school boys soccer season

Jackson’s Rachel Sysum is hugged by Leneyah Mitchell after hitting a home run during the game against Bothell on Friday, May 19, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Prep softball: 5 things to watch for the 2024 season in Snohomish County

A look at the top local storylines to keep an eye on this high school softball season.

X
Prep roundup for Friday, March 15

Prep roundup for Friday, March 15: (Note for coaches/scorekeepers: To report results… Continue reading

Glacier Peak’s Samantha Christensen runs to home plate to celebrate her home run with her teammates during the game against Snohomish on Friday, March 15, 2024 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
GALLERY: Glacier Peak softball tops rival Snohomish

The Grizzlies prevail 9-5 in a clash of area powers.

X
Prep roundup for Thursday, March 14

Prep roundup for Thursday, March 14: (Note for coaches/scorekeepers: To report results… Continue reading

The Washington Wolfpack logo is revealed during the Everett AFL team unveiling at Tony V's Garage in Everett, Washington onThursday, Oct. 26, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Everett’s new arena football team to have 4 televised games

The NFL Network will broadcast 30 AFL games this season, including two Wolfpack home games.

Washington coach Mike Hopkins yells to the team during the second half of the team's NCAA college basketball game against California, Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024, in Seattle. California won 82-80. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)
Looking back at Mike Hopkins’ turbulent tenure as UW men’s basketball coach

The departing Huskies coach had highs early, but the good times didn’t last long.

X
Prep roundup for Saturday, March 16

Prep roundup for Saturday, March 16: (Note for coaches/scorekeepers: To report results… Continue reading

Support local journalism

If you value local news, make a gift now to support the trusted journalism you get in The Daily Herald. Donations processed in this system are not tax deductible.