Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) gets past Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Patrick Peterson (20) in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

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Seahawks’ current position shows team has major flaws

Seattle hasn’t gained any traction after a surprising run last season.

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) carries the Seattle Seahawks’ defense into the end zone in the second half of Sunday’s game in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

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Grading the Seahawks in their 30-23 loss versus the Steelers

Seattle’s defense falls apart in a defeat that damages the Seahawks’ playoff hopes.

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, left, and Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin shake hands on the field after an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019, in Pittsburgh. The Seahawks defeated the Steelers 28-26. (AP Photo/Don Wright)

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Venerable coaches lead Seahawks, Steelers into key matchup

Seattle’s Pete Carroll and Pittsburgh’s Mike Tomlin bring a mutual respect into Sunday’s clash.

Seattle Seahawk players celebrate the game-wining touchdown with tight end Colby Parkinson (84) as Tennessee Titans cornerback Tre Avery (23) walks away during their game Sunday in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

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Grading the Seahawks in their 20-17 victory over the Titans

Solid defense and two fourth-quarter touchdown drives put Seattle back into playoff position.

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll reacts as players gather during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, in Seattle. The Seahawks won 20-17. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

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Seahawks face short week, long trip vs. Titans

Seattle looks to keep its momentum going after dramatic victory against Philadelphia.

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) catches the ball during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Monday, December 18, 2023 in Seattle. The Seahawks won 20-17. (AP Photo/Ben VanHouten)

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Metcalf came through when Seahawks needed it vs. Eagles

The standout wide receiver did everything but catch the winning TD pass on Seattle’s memorable drive Monday night.

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, left, catches the game-winning touchdown in front of Philadelphia Eagles cornerback James Bradberry (24) on Monday in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

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Grading the Seahawks in their 20-17 victory over the Eagles

The defense and back-up quarterback Drew Lock both come through to keep Seattle’s season alive.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) throws a pass during an NFL Football game in Arlington, Texas, Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)

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Extra day could help Smith return for Seahawks

Seattle’s game against Philadelphia was moved to Monday night, which may benefit Seattle’s injured quarterback.

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel (19) is tackled by the Seattle Seahawks during the second half of Sunday’s game in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Josie Lepe)

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Grading the Seahawks in their 28-16 loss to the 49ers

Without injured starting quarterback Geno Smith, Seattle can’t stay with the NFC West leaders.

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward, left, breaks up a pass intended for Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

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Seahawks looks for upset in rematch against 49ers

Seattle trails the NFC West leaders, who beat the Seahawks 2 weeks ago, by 3 games.

Seattle Seahawks offensive tackle Abraham Lucas (72) walks on the sideline prior to an NFL Football game in Arlington, Texas, Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)

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Seahawks’ Lucas ‘felt pretty good’ in return from 1st extended absence

The Archbishop Murphy High School product played his 1st game since Week 1 last week against Dallas.

Seattle Seahawks tight end Noah Fant (87) gets tackled with the ball during an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023 in Seattle. The 49ers won 31-13. (AP Photo/Ben VanHouten)

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Seahawks look for a better showing against the 49ers

Coach Pete Carroll felt the team wasn’t prepared for the rivals’ matchup two weeks ago.

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Brandin Cooks (3) catches a pass for a first down as Seattle Seahawks safety Jamal Adams (33) defends in the first half of Thursday’s game in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Roger Steinman)

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Grading the Seahawks in their 41-35 loss to the Cowboys

Seattle gives a game effort on the road against a strong Dallas team, but falters at the end.

Seattle Seahawks offensive tackle Abraham Lucas (72) takes his stance during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong)

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Seahawks O-line could stabilize with possible return of Lucas

The Archbishop Murphy product hasn’t played since Week 1 against the Los Angeles Rams.

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) makes a one-handed catch during an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023 in Seattle. The 49ers won 31-13. (AP Photo/Ben VanHouten)

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Seahawks’ Smith-Njigba’s confidence ‘sky high’ ahead of Dallas homecoming

The rookie made a spectacular one-handed catch against San Francisco last week.

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (11) catches a pass for a touchdown during an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023 in Seattle. The 49ers won 31-13. (AP Photo/Ben VanHouten)

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Seahawks face odd week with critical trip to Dallas on Thursday

Seattle is set to play a second straight Thursday night game for the first time in team history.

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) pulls away from Seattle Seahawks safety Quandre Diggs (6) during the first half of Thursday’s game in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

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Grading the Seahawks in their 31-13 loss to the 49ers

Seattle is outplayed in all facets in a key NFC West battle against San Francisco.

Seattle Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet (26) runs the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

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Seahawks need win on Thanksgiving night to keep up with 49ers

A victory moves Seattle into a tie with San Francisco for 1st in the NFC West, but a…

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) sits on the field after being injured during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

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Geno Smith: Starting status ‘up to coach’

The quarterback left Sunday’s loss to the Rams with an injury before returning for the final drive.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) stands on the sideline after leaving the game due to injury during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

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Seahawks believe Geno Smith will play vs. 49ers

Seattle’s starter missed multiple drives after taking hit from the Rams’ Aaron Donald in Sunday’s loss.