The Seattle Seahawks confronted defeat of their season opener in opposition to the Los Angeles Rams and skilled one other setback of their recreation in opposition to the Detroit Lions. With a 10-point lead slipping away within the closing minutes of the fourth quarter, it appeared like a repeat of earlier disappointments for the workforce. Nevertheless, their fortunes modified after they gained the coin toss in additional time and their offense discovered its rhythm. Quarterback Geno Smith accomplished 6 of his 7 passes for 69 yards in a vital drive that ended with a landing cross to large 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, significantly after the errors made within the earlier recreation in opposition to the Rams. Carroll acknowledged the influence of veteran linebacker Bobby Wagner’s impassioned speech throughout a workforce assembly, which helped get the workforce in the precise mindset for the sport in opposition to the Lions. The speech reminded the workforce that the season is a marathon, however Carroll’s response signifies that in addition they acknowledged the importance of quick success.