Field Gulls
The Seattle Seahawks rookies combined for 182 snaps in Week 6 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. That was the most so far this season. This included two UDFAs contributing for the first time, with EDGE Connor O’Toole (#57) and DL Jared Ivey (#51) taking 4 and 3 snaps, respectively.
All data used in this article was taken from PFF.
Let’s analyze some of the key plays from this win!
The first-round pick still has his ups and downs. The positive side is that his mistakes haven’t caused major problems like a sack or fumble, and his good moments show signs of improvement and hope for the future.
According to PFF, he had the second-worst run-blocking grade on the team with 39.7, ahead of only the other rookie, Elijah Arroyo (38.5). Despite not yielding any pressure, he only managed a 56.5 pass-blocking grade, the second-worst among the team’s linemen, ahead of only Jalen Sundell (26.3) who had his worst game.
The Seahawks’ running game failed to get going in this game, and essentially each of the five in OL made mistakes that contributed to this lack of success.
Grey Zabel helps the center on the double-team and advances to the second level. He has the opportunity to block the LB (No. 0) and decides to make a cut-block, but fails to execute it. Note that if he had made this block, he would have left Ken Walker in the path of safety.
His mobility is good, but he misses the angle, and the LB manages to tackle JSN. PS: Look at Anthony Bradford punishing the defensive back at the second level.
The Jaguars call a stunt on the left side of the line. Zabel’s initial contact is poor, his feet and hands aren’t on the same page. He loses his balance after passing the defender to Charles Cross and receiving the edge. PS: Look at Anthony Bradford trying to help the center and missing the target at the end of the snap.
Good work by Zabel, alert to help one of his teammates, since there’s no opponent immediately in front of him. Good physicality to throw the DL to the ground. Please, more snaps with this physicality.
This was my favorite snap from Zabel. The DL tries to use a swipe move to get the OG’s hands out of the way. But he quickly repositions his hands inside Arik Armstead’s pads and manages to contain the momentum. Another positive point is his footwork, which always deserves attention. Short and quick steps, and he quickly gets in front of the DL. Lots of potential.
Emmanwori had another standout game. He led the team in tackles (9) and run stops (5), had two pressures, was targeted eight times, and gave up seven receptions and 31 yards. Other stats include:
