The Philadelphia Eagles have played stout defense over the past few weeks and much of that improvement stems from Jim Schwartz adjusting and the return of injured players Timmy Jernigan and Cre’Von LeBlanc.
LeBlanc had his best game against the Giants since returning from injury and will play a key role in the Eagles suppressing the Seahawks explosive offense.
Timmy Jernigan was also impressive in action against the New York Giants, and on Tuesday during the assistant coach’s press conference, Schwartz highlighted the efforts from both LeBlanc and Jernigan.
On LeBlanc, Schwartz praised the cornerback’s play and made it clear that the Eagles wouldn’t have won without his performance.
As for Jernigan, Schwartz said his game has “really been on the rise.”
Schwartz is coming off a two week period in which his defense held the Cowboys offense without a touchdown and limited Dak Prescott and company to 3-of-14 on third down.
He’ll look to deliver a similar effort against a Seahawks team that can be explosive, especially if Russell Wilson is able to run around and make plays.