Seahawks Daily: Young Guys Stepping Up on Defense

While always disappointing to see things come to an end, the Seahawks have so many positives to take away from the 2022 season, and even more reasons for optimism as they look to the future.

After a record-breaking regular season for Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith, the show rolls on as the Seahawks prepare to face the 49ers in Saturday's Wild Card matchup.

The Seahawks face the Jets for Week 17, an AFC team with a lot more in common with Seattle than one might think, between style of play and connections like quarterback Geno Smith and former Seahawks assistant coach Robert Saleh.

Nine days after having surgery on his fractured hand, Seahawks receiver Tyler Lockett was back on the practice field on Wednesday, and has a shot at returning for Sunday's critical Week 17 matchup with the Jets.

While the Seahawks are feeling optimistic about a quick return from hand surgery for wide receiver Tyler Lockett, the rest of the receiver room will look to step up in his absence on Saturday vs. the Chiefs.

Amidst standout seasons for Seahawks cornerback Tariq Woolen and linebacker Jordyn Brooks, both players are leading the league in Pro Bowl voting at their respective positions with less than a week to go. Vote for Woolen, Brooks and the rest of the Seahawks at Seahawks.com/ProBowl.

Helping those around him is a way of life for wide receiver Tyler Lockett, which is why he's the Seahawks' nominee for the Walter Payton Man of the Year award for the second consecutive season. Vote for Lockett here.

In the latest chapter of a storybook season for Geno Smith, the Seahawks quarterback led the offense on a game-winning drive in the fourth quarter to complete a dramatic come-from-behind win during Week 13.

The Seahawks will not only be representing their team and their fans back in Seattle on Sunday, they'll also be representing various causes that are near and dear to their hearts.

The Seahawks are set to face a familiar divisional opponent in the Rams on Sunday, but will also face an even more familiar face in longtime Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner.

Despite Sunday's disappointing result vs. the Raiders in overtime, head coach Pete Carroll is staying positive and looking ahead to more opportunities in the weeks to come.

The Seahawks are thankful for the journey and appreciate where they're at both on and off the field this Thanksgiving.

Returning from the bye week, the Seahawks are refreshed and have everything to play for as they prepare to close out the back half of the regular season.

After a long trip overseas, the Seahawks get a Bye week for Week 11, the perfect time to rest, recover, and reset for a strong finish to the season.

The Seahawks are acclimating to life in Germany and feeling more prepared than ever for Sunday vs. the Buccaneers.

The Seahawks have officially arrived in Munich for the first-ever NFL regular season game in Germany, and are ready to enjoy the unique experiences this weekend has to offer.

The Seahawks offense is flying high these days, helping the team rattle off four straight wins, all by double digits. They'll look to keep it going after a long flight to Germany where they'll face Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Defensive coordinator Clint Hurtt has played a big role in the improved play of the Seahawks defense, a major factor in the team's recent four-game winning streak.

The accolades for this year's Seahawks rookie class continue to flow, this time in the form of a clean sweep of the NFL's Rookie of the Month awards for October.

While he's known for catching passes and setting big blocks at tight end, Will Dissly is also a valuable contributor on special teams. After forcing a fumble and recovering another during punt coverage on Sunday vs. the Giants, he earned NFC Special Teams Player of the Week honors.

The return of linebacker Bruce Irvin has provided both leadership and production to a Seahawks defense that has turned things around after a slow start to the season.

Seahawks safety Joey Blount is impressing teammates and staff with his special teams play, likely leading to additional playing time in the near future.

Pete Carroll has wanted to utilize the team's speed to its full advantage, and that has played a big role in all three phases of the game so far this season.

After receiving a scare with the early exit from DK Metcalf on Sunday vs. the Chargers, Jen Mueller provides some good news on the star receiver while taking a look at who will need to step up in his absence.

Seahawks Linebacker Uchenna Nwosu was born in Carson, California before attending USC and eventually getting drafted by this week's opponent, the Los Angeles Chargers.