Good morning, 12s. Here's a look at what's out there today — Monday, September 26 — about your Seattle Seahawks.
Media Reactions To Seattle's Week 3 Loss
The Seahawks fell below .500 with a Week 3 loss to the Falcons. In Seattle's second-consecutive defeat, the offense showed a lot of progress, but getting off the field was an issue for the defense. In an offensive shootout, the two teams combined for 47 first downs and 50 points. Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith put together his best performance of the early season, going 32-44 for 325 yards and two touchdowns with one late-game interception.
Seahawks Head Coach Pete Carroll took to the podium following the game to discuss the loss and outlook on player performance.
"Really disappointed that we weren't able to finish that game," said Carroll. "A good football game that went back and forth. There was a lot of good things that happened in this game. Unfortunately, we didn't finish our last drive. In the league it's right there. That's how it works, the last drive, all so often. We played hard and tough the whole time. They played hard and tough the whole time. It was a good football game. There's things that we have to do better. We can't give up the rushing yards we're giving up. It's too much."
Receiver Tyler Lockett recorded his second-consecutive game with nine receptions, gaining 76 yards. Despite being forced to leave the game briefly while dealing with a shoulder issue, Lockett returned and churned out another stellar performance.
Carroll silenced any potential fear of Lockett's injury being something to keep an eye on.
"Got a little shoulder stinger kind of thing, something like that," said Carroll. "He felt that he needed to just take a break. He was fine. He played great, again. He was everywhere. He did a great job for us."
After recording a blocked field goal against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 2 that Mike Jackson returned for a touchdown, rookie cornerback Tariq Woolen showed up again. On Sunday, Woolen snagged his first career interception against the Falcons, picking off quarterback Marcus Mariota to end the first half. Seahawks Legend Richard Sherman sounded off on Twitter following the play.
Here's what Pacific Northwest and national media had to say following the game:
Bob Condotta of the Seattle Times grades the Seahawks 27-23 loss to the Atlanta Falcons.
Larry Stone of the Seattle Times: ‘Seattle Seahawks defense must look inward’.
Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic: Questions the Seattle Seahawks offense needs to answer moving forward.
Stacy Rost of Seattle Sports 710AM: Pressure mounting for Seahawks defense to show improvement.
Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic: Seahawks defense falls apart in 27-23 week three loss to Atlanta Falcons.
Daniel Flick of Sports Illustrated on Atlanta Falcons’ Grady Jarrett’s dominant performance against the Seattle Seahawks.
For every defensive solo tackle made at a Seahawks home game this season, Windermere will donate $100 to Mary's Place in support of their mission to provide safe, inclusive shelter and services that support women, children, and families on their journey out of homelessness. Windermere is the "Official Real Estate Company of the Seattle Seahawks."
The Seahawks racked up 36 defensive solo tackles on Sunday, equating to a $3,600 donation to Mary's Place. Linebacker Jordyn Brooks finished with six solo tackles and nine total tackles.
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Seahawks rookie cornerback Tariq Woolen records his first career interception. Week after Week - It's Tariq!
Go behind the scenes with team photographer Rod Mar as he shares moments from Week 3 vs. the Atlanta Falcons on September 25, 2022 at Lumen Field. Eye On The Hawks is presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers.
Seahawks receiver Cody Thompson arrives in a shirt bearing a quote by quarterback Geno Smith.
Running back Travis Homer strikes a pose as he enters the locker room.
Running back Darwin Thompson has a smile for the camera during early warmups.
Seahawks receiver Tyler Lockett catches a pass during early warmups.
Colby Parkinson reaches high to catch a pass in warmups.
Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker gets stretched out before the game.
Head coach Pete Carroll signs autographs for eager 12s before the game.
Fans along the railing near the Seahawks tunnel cheer the players as they enter the field.
The Blue Thunder drum line performs before the game.
It was Legends Weekend at Lumen Field and former standouts Lofa Tatupu and Walter Jones were among a large group of former players who returned to be honored by the team.
The Seahawks Dancers perform during pregame festivities.
The Seahawks emerge from their tunnel during pregame, with receiver Penny Hart leading the way carrying the 12 Flag.
Quarterback Geno Smith heads from the locker room to the field.
Seahawks captains Al Woods, Quandre Diggs and Nick Bellore are joined by Cataleya Montano, the Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Playmaker of the Game, for the opening coin toss.
Head coach Pete Carroll celebrates with his team after a touchdown in the first half.
Seahawks defensive coordinator Clint Hurtt gives instructions to linebacker Jordyn Brooks on the sidelines.
Al Woods leads a cadre of Seahawks defenders in making a tackle.
Seahawks celebrate DK Metcalf's second quarter touchdown.
Seahawks mascot Blitz tries to obstruct a competitor during a race in between quarters.
Seahawks receiver Penny Hart catches a pass from quarterback Geno Smith and finds room to run.
Seahawks cornerback Tariq Woolen nabs his first career interception just before halftime.
Defensive backs Tariq Woolen and Coby Bryant celebrate with Blitz after an interception.
The annual Corgi Races took place at halftime and the winner, Rally, showed impressive speed in taking the title.
Seahawks Dancer Hailey celebrates as Rally, her Corgi, won the annual halftime Corgi races.
Seahawks linebacker Darrell Taylor gets a hand on Atlanta quarterback Marcus Mariota, causing a fumble.
Seahawks fans rallied the defense in the second half.
Receiver Tyler Lockett catches a pass in September shadows at Lumen Field.
Seattle's Uchenna Nwosu emerges with the football after recovering a fumble in the fourth quarter.
Seahawks pose for a photo after Uchenna Nwosu's fumble recovery in the fourth quarter.
After the game, receivers coach Sanjay Lal and receiver Tyler Lockett sit alone on the Seahawks bench.
Head coach Pete Carroll talks to the team in the locker room after the game.
