"I like Seattle. The Seahawks were the NFL's most complete team this season and can present problems in all three phases. While Seattle's defense doesn't scare New England - the Patriots prevailed against the solid Chargers and elite Houston and Denver defenses - the Seahawks likely will give Drake Maye 's blockers problems. As good as he was this season, Maye fumbled six times in the playoffs, losing three."
"New England's run defense was among the league's best early in the season, then fell off, but has snapped back with the return of Milton Williams. Establishing the run is huge for the Seahawks, who need that for their play-action passing game. Seattle needs some stepped-up production from running back Kenneth Walker III, who was so-so in the championship game. It hurts the Seahawks that they don't have running back Zach Charbonnet, who was excellent in short yardage and pass protection."
The Seahawks were the NFL's most complete team this season and can present problems in all three phases. Seattle's defense may pressure Drake Maye's blockers, and Maye fumbled six times in the playoffs, losing three. New England's run defense was among the league's best early, then fell off, but has snapped back with Milton Williams' return. Establishing the run is crucial for Seattle's play-action passing scheme, and Kenneth Walker III must improve after a so-so championship game. The absence of Zach Charbonnet weakens short-yardage and pass protection. The Patriots possess strong defensive backs, and Sam Darnold is sharp and poised under pressure. The projected final score favors Seattle 28-23.
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