Seattle Seahawks fans are questioning whether special teams can return to their 2025 peak after a rocky start to the season. Once an elite unit under Jay Harbaugh, the Seahawks have slipped to 23rd in expected points added, with kickoff and punt return coverage faltering compared to last year. Even with Jason Myers perfect on field goals and extra points, key mistakes and missed landing zones have given opponents—like the Commanders—game-changing opportunities. Coach Mike Macdonald doesn't mince words, demanding a return to Seahawks-standard plays and signaling a sense of urgency for improvement. Meanwhile, ESPN's NFL Power Rankings spark debate: despite a tough loss, Seattle remains a top contender, but are surprise teams like the 49ers and Rams truly ahead in the Super Bowl chase?
Seattle Seahawks fans are questioning whether special teams can return to their 2025 peak after a rocky start to the season. Once an elite unit under Jay Harbaugh, the Seahawks have slipped to 23rd in expected points added, with kickoff and punt return coverage faltering compared to last year. Even with Jason Myers perfect on field goals and extra points, key mistakes and missed landing zones have given opponents—like the Commanders—game-changing opportunities. Coach Mike Macdonald doesn't mince words, demanding a return to Seahawks-standard plays and signaling a sense of urgency for improvement.
Meanwhile, ESPN's NFL Power Rankings spark debate: despite a tough loss, Seattle remains a top contender, but are surprise teams like the 49ers and Rams truly ahead in the Super Bowl chase?