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Seattle has been effective at running the ball with Kenneth Gainwell and maintaining a balanced offense. However, while Geno Smith has had solid moments, the Seahawks aren’t built for high-scoring shootouts; they prefer a methodical offense that controls the clock. This can limit the total number of possessions in the game, keeping the score lower.
Cardinals’ Offensive Struggles:
Arizona’s offense, particularly without Kyler Murray (if he’s still unavailable), has been inconsistent. Josh Dobbs has filled in, but he’s not an elite quarterback, and the Cardinals have struggled to generate explosive plays. Their reliance on a conservative game plan will likely keep the score low, especially against a solid Seattle defense.
Arizona’s run game, while improving, will also face challenges against Seattle’s front seven, limiting their ability to sustain long drives.
Defensive Strengths:
Seattle: The Seahawks’ defense has been solid, particularly in pass coverage and generating pressure on the quarterback. They’ll likely limit Arizona’s scoring opportunities, especially in the red zone.
Arizona: The Cardinals’ defense, while not elite, can be opportunistic. They’ve managed to hold teams to manageable scores in several games this season, and against a conservative Seahawks offense, they could limit scoring opportunities as well.
Pace of Play:
Both teams tend to play at a moderate pace, focusing on the run game and controlling the clock. Seattle may look to run the ball and shorten the game, while Arizona, with its limited offensive firepower, will likely struggle to match Seattle’s scoring output.