‘Special’ RBs for the Seahawks are vital for offense, according to Geno

In order to overcome their offensive shortcomings against the top teams this season, Geno Smith believes the Seattle Seahawks must revive their running game.

As of right now, the Seattle Seahawks are 5-3 on the season. They most recently suffered a 37-3 loss to the Baltimore Ravens in Week 9, during which time they only managed 28 rushing yards.

Any offense that scores that many points is going to be struggling, but the Seahawks will want to start the running game when they play the Washington Commanders at Lumen Field on Sunday.

Naturally, the first step for quarterback Geno Smith is to involve running backs Zach Charbonnet and Kenneth Walker in the offense.

“Zach Charbonnet and Ken Walker are two extremely talented runners,” Smith remarked. “We need to keep getting the ball to these two guys. We witness their immense potential every week as we watch them play with the ball in their hands. They pose a serious threat on the field. Hence, all you need to do is get them more touches. Of course, you also need to convert on third down to maintain drives, but they are especially effective when they have the ball.

The Seahawks have only had 100+ rushing yards on offense four times this season, and they rank 23rd in terms of rushing yards per game (97.3 yards) through the first half of the season. If Seattle is to meet its season objectives, that has to change.

It is a little difficult to understand Seattle’s difficulties at times this season given their abundance of offensive weapons.

Smith has options for where he can go with the ball because he has tight end Noah Fant, receivers DK Metcalf, Tyler Lockett, and running back Jaxon Smith-Njigba.

However, ineffectiveness in the red zone and difficulties converting third downs (just one against the Ravens) have put an end to promising drives. Smith believes the offense can become what it knows it can be if the Seahawks can work out their inefficiencies.

Smith declared, “I think we can be even better if we can clean up on our inconsistencies.” “But, for the most part, we are aware of our talent, our coaches, the work we are doing, and the amount of effort each player puts in to make this offense a success.

The key thing for us is to continue to believe, trust in one another, trust in the preparation, and then once the game comes go out there and execute and be who we are.”

On Sunday, the Seahawks will have the opportunity to erase the memory of the Ravens’ defeat by taking on the resilient Commanders. Seattle is expected to dominate at home, even though coach Ron Rivera’s team won’t be easy to beat. In light of the NFC West standings, a victory is essential to stay ahead of the San Francisco 49ers.

Including their two “special” running backs could be crucial for the Seahawks to recover.