“We Desperately Wanted This,” Admits Pete Carroll

The Seattle Seahawks confronted defeat of their season opener in opposition to the Los Angeles Rams and skilled one other setback of their sport in opposition to the Detroit Lions. With a 10-point lead slipping away within the ultimate minutes of the fourth quarter, it appeared like a repeat of earlier disappointments for the group. Nonetheless, their fortunes modified once they received the coin toss in time beyond regulation and their offense discovered its rhythm. Quarterback Geno Smith accomplished 6 of his 7 passes for 69 yards in an important drive that ended with a landing move to vast receiver Tyler Lockett, securing a 37-31 victory for the Seahawks. Regardless of it nonetheless being early within the season, head coach Pete Carroll emphasised the significance of this highway win, notably after the errors made within the earlier sport in opposition to the Rams. Carroll acknowledged the influence of veteran linebacker Bobby Wagner’s impassioned speech throughout a group assembly, which helped get the group in the proper mindset for the sport in opposition to the Lions. The speech reminded the group that the season is a marathon, however Carroll’s response signifies that additionally they acknowledged the importance of quick success.