loafoftatupu":30v54t36 said:
In the big picture, both teams are able to move the ball on the ground, through the air, with mobile, elusive, rookie QB's
Very evenly matched. I think the difference is defense, period. The Hawks just do it better. No matter how it is broken down, points, rushing or passing the Hawks are pretty good at it.
To be fair, the Redskins have a terrible defense. They are ranked 28th in the NFL in defense.
-30th against the pass
-5th against the rush
The Seahawks are ranked 4th in defense.
-6th against the pass
-10th against the rush
Obviously a huge advantage for the Seahawks
The Redskins are ranked 5th in the NFL in offense.
-20th passing
-1st rushing
The Seahawks are ranked 17th in the NFL in offense.
-27th passing
-3rd rushing
Now, I will explain why I think those rankings mean absolutely nothing. The Redskins have the 28th ranked defense, yet 11 out of their 16 games have come against teams ranked in the top half of the league in offense. Giants x2, Cowboys x2, Eagles x2, Saints, Falcons, Bucs, Panthers, Ravens.
Conversely, the Seahawks have played 9 offenses that rank in the bottom half of the league, statistically speaking. Cardinals x2, Rams x2, Jets, Bears, Dolphins, Vikings, Bills.
The point here is that stats are usually going to reflect the opponents you play. These two teams are pretty evenly matched in my opinion. On paper, the Seahawks have a better defense, while the Redskins have a better offense. Does that mean the game will play out that way? Certainly not. Stay tuned.