Good morning, 12s. Here's a look at what's happening today – Tuesday, Dec. 29 – for your Seattle Seahawks.
NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah Impressed By Seahawks Rookie Jordyn Brooks
When Jordyn Brooks was drafted by the Seahawks at No. 27 overall back in April, he immediately gained three of the league's greatest mentors. Brooks was put in a position to succeed with veterans Bobby Wagner, K.J. Wright and Bruce Irvin leading the way.
The Seahawks lost Irvin to a season-ending injury and Brooks made his first career start in Week 3, but he missed the next two games with an injury. Since returning in Week 7 against the Cardinals, Brooks has been a different player. He has 38 total tackles in his last 10 games, including five games with at least five tackles. The Texas Tech product has been a steadying force and integral part of the Seahawks’ defensive improvement.
Brooks' best performance came on Sunday when Seattle needed it most. He had a career-high five solo tackles as the Seahawks held the Rams to just nine points.
NFL Network analyst and former scout Daniel Jeremiah cited Brooks as one of the reasons why Seattle's defense is playing so well.
"Well I think Jamal Adams has gotten a lot of credit, (as well as) the trade to bring Carlos Dunlap, he's been outstanding," Jeremiah said. "But a guy I've really seen trend up is their first-round pick Jordyn Brooks."
Jeremiah then broke down three key plays that Brooks made in Sunday's win. The first was a run play around the goal line when Brooks tackled Rams running back Malcolm Brown for a two-yard loss. The next was a jet sweep to Rams wideout Robert Woods where Brooks evaded the blocker and finished the tackle. The final play was a fake jet sweep where Rams running back Darrell Henderson got the ball and Brooks once again brought down the ball carrier.
"He has really started to come on," Jeremiah explained. "We know their ability to scout the linebacker position with John Schneider and company is well-documented. Maybe some eyebrows (were) raised when they took Jordyn Brooks there at the bottom of the first round, but he's come on like gang-busters."
You can watch the full film breakdown below.
NBC Sports' Peter King Praises Russell Wilson, Jamal Adams After Week 16
Russell Wilson and Jamal Adams made critical plays in Sunday's division-clinching win, and the national media recognized it. Wilson finished the game with two touchdowns (one passing, one rushing) and 225 passing yards. Adams had eight tackles, including one that saved a touchdown that would've tied the game at 13.
NBC Sports' Peter King singled out the Seahawks' stars in his weekly “Football Morning In America” column.
First, King pointed out just how impressive Wilson's first nine seasons have been with these five notes:
"Nine seasons, eight playoff appearances, four division titles, two NFC championships, one Super Bowl title.
"Top six QBs in the 2012 draft, with overall draft position: 1) Andrew Luck, 2) Robert Griffin III, 8) Ryan Tannehill, 22) Brandon Weeden, 57) Brock Osweiler, 75) Russell Wilson.
"No quarterback in NFL history has been sacked more in his first nine seasons than Wilson (392). Yet …
"With Wilson taking all that punishment, Seattle has played 158 games (143 regular-season, 15 postseason), and Wilson has started all 158.
"Top career ratings of QBs drafted between 1995 and 2015: Aaron Rodgers 103.5, Wilson 101.8, Drew Brees 98.6, Tom Brady 97.2."
King also listed Adams as one of his defensive players of the week after another strong performance:
"With Seattle nursing a 13-6 lead midway through the third quarter, Adams made the kind of play Ray Lewis used to make. Starting from outside the right defensive end spot, Adams rushed the Rams backfield as Darrell Henderson sprinted around his own right end. In pursuit, Adams kept making up ground, and as Brown churned for the end zone, Adams dove and hit him in both lower legs. Brown went down at the 2, and Seattle stoned LA four times from there to prevent the Rams from getting any points. This is the kind of presence Adams provides. He's rangy and violent, and his eight tackles helped hold the Rams without a touchdown. Sick of losing in New York, Adams got dealt to Seattle this fall and finally won a division."
Social Post Of The Day
Lost in the shuffle of the holiday weekend and NFC West-sealing victory, Seahawks Legend Nate Burleson tweeted out this wholesome video. His son, Nehemiah, is a young football player and massive DK Metcalf fan. Thanks to his dad and Metcalf, Nehemiah had one special Christmas:
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Dave Grosby of 710 ESPN Seattle believes that Pete Carroll should be considered the best professional coach in Seattle sports history.
NBC Sports Northwest's Joe Fann 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 16 game vs. the Los Angeles Rams. Eye on the Hawks is presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers.
Russell Wilson arrived at Lumen Field for the Week 16 matchup with the Rams wearing a customized Kobe Bryant jersey that featured an "8" on the front and a "24" on the back, both numbers the basketball superstar wore during his career.
Seahawks special team Pro Bowler Nick Bellore heads to the locker room upon arriving to the game.
On the field, linebacker Jordyn Brooks does his early pregame warmups.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf turns upfield after catching a pass during early warmups.
Seahawks cornerback Shaquill Griffin stretches on the field during early pregame warmups.
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson heads to the locker room after taking his early practice throws.
Seahawks receiver David Moore elevates to make a catch during early warmups.
Seahawks safety Jamal Adams emerges from the tunnel onto the field for pregame warmups.
Seahawks safety Jamal Adams rallies the defensive backs before they take the field.
Seahawks "big men" wait to take the field for pregame warmups.
Seahawks quarterback and offensive captain Russell Wilson gathers the team around him during pregame.
Seahawks defensive captain Bobby Wagner stretches with teammates prior to the game.
Defensive end Carlos Dunlap flashes his gloves during the team stretch portion of warmups.
Seahawks linebacker K.J. Wright receives the Steve Largent Award as voted on by teammates as quarterback Geno Smith photobombs his award presentation.
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson greets Rams quarterback Jared Goff at midfield prior to the opening coin toss.
Seahawks cornerback Shaquill Griffin makes a tackle in the first quarter.
Seahawks defensive tackle Poona Ford hits Rams quarterback Jared Goff as he throws, resulting in an incomplete pass in the first quarter.
Seahawks special teams members Jacob Hollister and Shaquem Griffin combine to make a tackle.
Seahawks defensive end Benson Mayowa is fired up after making a tackle for loss.
Seahawks running back Chris Carson finds a seam in the Rams defense for a big gain in the first half.
Seahawks kicker Jason Myers converts a 45-yard field goal in the second quarter.
Seahawks defensive lineman Bryan Mone tackles Rams receiver Roberts Woods.
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson lets loose with a long pass from a clean pocket.
Seahawks safety Quandre Diggs intercepts a pass thrown by Rams quarterback Jared Goff in the second quarter.
Seahawks safety Quandre Diggs returns his interception for 25 yards in the second quarter.
Seahawks receiver David Moore heads to the turf after making a leaping catch for a 45-yard gain, setting up Seattle's first touchdown.
Seahawks receiver David Moore signals "first down" after a 45-yard reception along the sideline as teammate Bobby Wagner joins the celebration.
Seahawks safety Jamal Adams tracks down and stops Rams running back Darrell Henderson short of the goal line to save a touchdown at the end of the third quarter.
Seahawks defenders including Jordyn Brooks, K.J. Wright, Carlos Dunlap, Jarran Reed, D.J. Reed and Quandre Diggs celebrate during their goal line stand that kept the Rams out of the end zone in the fourth quarter.
The game was played on a pleasant December afternoon at Lumen Field.
Seahawks tight end Jacob Hollister leaps to catch a 13-yard touchdown pass to give Seattle a 20-9 lead late in the game.
Seahawks safety Jamal Adams and his defensive teammates celebrate as they hold the Rams to no touchdowns in a 20-9 victory to claim the NFC West crown.
Seahawks defensive lineman Jarran Reed sacks Rams quarterback Jared Goff on L.A.'s final drive.
Seahawks left tackle Duane Brown is all smiles after the NFC West clinching victory.
Seahawks Russell Wilson and Jamal Adams celebrates on the field after the win. Adams is wearing a ball cap proclaiming the Seahawks as NFC West champs.
Seahawks mascot Blitz waves the 12 flag in the otherwise empty stands of Lumen Field after the game.
Seahawks defensive lineman Poona Ford sports his NFC West Champion t-shirt as he leaves the locker room after the game.
Long after the game, Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson walks back onto the field for a last look.
