The Seattle Seahawks are entering an extremely winnable game versus the 3-8 New York Jets in Week 13. Mike Macdonald’s defense put forth a dominant showing in the Week 12 victory over the Arizona Cardinals. They’ll love their chances of repeating those efforts against Aaron Rodgers and a struggling Jets offense. We’ve compiled three bold predictions for the defense on Sunday.
Leonard Williams dominates again
Leonard Williams was downright dominant in last weekend’s win over the Cardinals, recording seven quarterback pressures and two sacks. Williams’ Pro Football Focus grade was an elite 87.0. It was arguably his best single-game showing as a Seahawk. Fans can expect a solid follow-up performance against a lackluster Jets offensive line.
Coby Bryant records another interception
Rotational safety Coby Bryant has been maximizing his opportunity to start in recent weeks. Bryant made the game-defining play in last weekend’s victory over the Cardinals by returning a Kyler Murray 4th-and-1 throwing attempt for a 69-yard pick-six touchdown. He was named NFC Defensive Player of the Week. The versatile defensive back will be anxious to pick off Rodgers, who has thrown seven interceptions this season.
The Jets fail to surpass 17 points
The Seahawks have held consecutive opponents, the 49ers and Cards, to 17 and six points respectively. Macdonald’s defense has been dominant since exiting the Week 10 bye. Meanwhile the hapless Jets offense is averaging a 27th-ranked 18.5 points per game.
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