Russell Wilson is going into his ninth year in the NFL. He’s put up great numbers and led the Seahawks to many playoff appearances over the years, and he plans to continue that trend. Seattle lost to the Cowboys in heartbreaking fashion in last year’s Wild Card round, but Wilson and the Seahawks are hungry to get after it in 2020.
2019 Stats
Last year, Wilson threw for 4,110 yards and finished with 31 touchdowns. Standing at 5-foot-11 and 215 pounds, he makes it hard for other teams to sack him. He’s especially great at maneuvering in and out of the pocket. Look for him to scramble a lot like he did in 2019. On top of his dexterity in the backfield, Wilson also has a great arm.
Keys for Wilson in 2020
This year, Wilson will need to get off to another fast start. He has many offensive weapons at his disposal, but if he needs to run the ball he will. The offensive line will have to give him more time in the pocket so he can scan the field and utilize those options.
If the Seahawks can mix some read options in with all of their other plays, they will pose a real threat to defenses. But Wilson will still need to take his time in the pocket and make sure he makes good decisions with the football. He’s one of the most talented quarterbacks in the league, but he’ll have his work cut out for him in 2020.
Staying Healthy
Wilson needs to stay healthy this year. In general, he’s always been a healthy player who blocks for his backs and gives maximum effort. But he’s the core of Seattle’s offense, and they wouldn’t be the same without him on the field. If Wilson can stay healthy, he’ll give Seattle a chance to win.
Conclusion
The Seahawks are going for the ultimate prize in 2020, and they have a chance to reach the Super Bowl with Wilson under center. Wilson loves prime-time, pressure-filled moments because that’s when he’s at his best. Wilson and the Seahawks are ready to make noise this year.
