Blitz-averse Seahawks nearly backfire as offense carries NFC title bid against Rams

Seattle's blitz-averse defense under Mike Macdonald struggled to generate pressure against the Rams in the NFC Championship, allowing Matthew Stafford to pass for 374 yards and 3 touchdowns while L.A. moved the ball effectively. Seattle still managed to hold the Rams to 27 points and, in the end, the offense and special teams carried the win. The piece argues that Macdonald’s conservative approach remains central to Seattle’s identity and could keep them in the Super Bowl race, though it may require tweaks against New England.