Success in the NFL depends on many moving parts working in harmony. Even the most gifted quarterbacks can be stunted by unimaginative playcalling or poor pass protection. The last few weeks those have both been an issue for Geno Smith and the Seahawks, who continue to struggle on third down more than they should given the level of talent they have.
However, when crunchtime came around on Sunday they got it together. Seattle’s offensive line put in their best performance in weeks, Shane Waldron finally managed to get some yards after catch and Geno Smith answered the call by putting together two flawless drives in the fourth quarter to win the game.
After it was over, Smith naturally deferred to his supporting cast, crediting the offensive line as well as Waldron for their work. Watch.
Geno Smith offered praise for the Seahawks’ O-line and OC Shane Waldron: “It really started with protection. It started with play-calling.” pic.twitter.com/d0AgZB7dQn
— Brady Henderson (@BradyHenderson) November 13, 2023
Smith also deserves a lot of the credit, especially since he managed to avoid committing a turnover for the first time in five games. Through nine games, he’s at 2,171 passing yards, 11 touchdowns, seven interceptions and a 54.2 QBR that ranks right in the middle (No. 17) of the league.
All things considered – especially the size of his contract and the overall offensive drop-off this year around the NFL – this is some solid production from No. 7.
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