Predict Broncos vs Seahawks

Discussion in 'On The Field' started by LonghornCatholic, Jan 26, 2014.

  1. LonghornCatholic

    LonghornCatholic Deo Gratias

    Broncos - 27
    Seahawks - 28
     
  2. dillohorn

    dillohorn Guest

    31 to 24.....Denver
     
  3. Brad Austin

    Brad Austin 2,500+ Posts

    Caution: More of a gambling style, lengthy analysis.

    Spoiler (so you can move on if you like): SEATTLE 28, Denver 27

    Before the playoffs I'd have said Seattle would win by 7. Denver defense was fairly soft overall and ranked 22nd in scoring def. But one thing they always had was solid run defense numbers. How legit was that with most everyone playing extreme catch-up and passing a ton? I'd say it was quite legit, as in 400 attempts against them they gave up only 3.9 per carry...tied for 8th in NFL.

    Seattle lives and dies by the run on offense. Marshawn Lynch only broke 100 yards 1 of 8 games against defenses in the top 7 in rushing yards allowed...Arizona (2 games), Carolina, San Fran (3 games), St. Louis (2 games). RW was held in check on the ground for the most part as well in most of those games. Denver is ranked right below those teams at 8th against the run in yards and in average yards per carry. Hmmm.

    In the playoffs, the overall Denver defense has picked up the intensity a ton. Not to mention they are showing an impressive overall team toughness. Match that with the best scoring machine in football and you likely get a champion. That is unless the competition they played was not on the level of their opponents. Just saying I think New Orleans would beat San Diego (their first opponents), and San Francisco would shut down New England.

    All that being said...Seattle is nails tough beyond any other NFL team, has enough weapons to score a solid amount, and play highly aggressive, complete defense. I never go away from teams like that when everything is on the line.

    FYI, only one team broke 24 points on Seattle. Indy scored 34 and won by 6. Indy also blocked a Sea FG and returned it 61 yards for a TD. Without that fluke type score which happens less than once a year, Sea wins 28-27. And the under 28 allowed mark would be a perfect 18-0.

    HAWKS 28, Broncos 27... another final defensive stand at end to snag the title
     
  4. Hu_Fan

    Hu_Fan Guest

    I'll go with the quarterback position on this game, while fully understanding Seattle's defensive capabilities.

    Denver 31 - 17
     
  5. Seattle4UT

    Seattle4UT 1,000+ Posts

    Going for the Hawks, this city is wanting this Championship!!

    21-16

    [​IMG]
     
  6. tejas77

    tejas77 1,000+ Posts

    Not to "Price is Right" ya Seattle4UT but I was thinking 21-17 Seahawks.
     
  7. Third Coast

    Third Coast 10,000+ Posts

    Holding Manning to 21 points? Ain't gonna happen. Denver 35-20
     
  8. TexasRx

    TexasRx 500+ Posts

    41-38 Seahawks... those of you that think the Broncos are going to win probably thought USC was also going to win with their high-powered offense and all
     
  9. Third Coast

    Third Coast 10,000+ Posts

  10. LonghornCatholic

    LonghornCatholic Deo Gratias

    Can't believe some feel it's gonna be high scoring in the freezing weather.
     
  11. mb227

    mb227 de Plorable


     
  12. huisache

    huisache 2,500+ Posts

    I think Seattle blows them out; the pass rush they put on SF messed up their qb pretty good and he was real mobile and could run away some. Payton cannot do that. He will try to get around the rush by getting rid of the ball in a hurry.. Which would work against most teams but not against a very fast, very aggressive Seahawks secondary.

    MY guess is the Seahawks run a couple of picks back for touchdowns and their offense scores four more.

    just guessing, 45-28
     
  13. Seattle Husker

    Seattle Husker 10,000+ Posts


     
  14. Seattle Husker

    Seattle Husker 10,000+ Posts

    My guess: Seattle 27, Denver 24

    Denver's run defense appears to be strong appearing to be the equal of Seattle. The difference is that Denver gave up 15TD on the ground compared to 4 for Seattle. When team NEED to run they do with success, particularly in the redzone. The Bronco run stats are inflated because teams were always playing from behind. They threw, threw an threw some more with the run an attempt to keep the defense honest. They faced an inordinate amount of runs from 3rd down backs, hardly the type they'll face against Seattle.

    Peyton is VERY good and will go down as one of the best QBs ever. Seattle leads the league in QB pressure. They do so with their front 4. The key for the Broncos is Knowshon Moreno, not Manning. He needs to have an effective game or Denver will enter the 4th quarter down by 14-17pts and make it close merely by 4th quarter comeback.

    Marshawn Lynch. Too much is being made of 100yd rushing games. People are forgetting that he left the game early 3 times against Top 10 rushing defenses due to lopsided scores. In those 3 games he left with 91, 97 and 98 yards on the ground.

    A blowout would absolutely surprise me. I think for Denver to win they require a catastrophic play like the FG return for a TD against Indianapolis.
     
  15. gettemcuz

    gettemcuz < 25 Posts

    I would say that if this game was held in a dome the seahawks would not have a chance. peyton is just way to good. I was impressed by the offensive line of denver in their last game and their defense does seem to be tougher. I am also underwhelmed by the qb play of wilson. Scoring is harder fr the seahawks than for denver...20-10 denver...but i am a seahawks fan and hope they win. I jus
    t dont believe in seattle's offense
     
  16. Seattle Husker

    Seattle Husker 10,000+ Posts

    Ahhh...the weather factor. I think snow is the great equalizer. If the snow hits like it did in Philly then the field gets slick. The offense knows where they are going thus have a definite advantage.

    If it's simply cold without the snow, the passing game will suffer. Not that Denver doesn't have practice playing in the snow, simply the ball is heavier. The deep ball is less prevalent which is the primary way to beat press coverage. An underthrown ball against the Seattle defense is a recipe for INTs given their length.
     
  17. Olehornfan

    Olehornfan 2,500+ Posts

    Stupid site will probably have more of an influence than the quality of the teams. Anything can happen. If they were playing in a dome or warm weather I think Denver would have an advantage. I think Seahawks have an advantage in the artic. 24 - 17
     
  18. Seattle Husker

    Seattle Husker 10,000+ Posts

    I don't understand the complaints about the weather. Was football meant to be played only in comfortably warm weather with placid conditions?

    If Denver struggles to play in less than ideal weather then we've uncovered the fatal flaw. A team that plays next the Rocky Mountains with a scheme that can be impacted by weather.
     
  19. Olehornfan

    Olehornfan 2,500+ Posts

    Denver is near the Rockies and average December high is 46. I have a home near there and do not remember them playing on a frozen field. Why is it a fatal flaw that they would have difficulty playing in the conditions that are possible for this game? How many regular season NFL games are played in such conditions each year? There are very few opportunities to even practice in such conditions. I can say unconditionally that football was not designed to be played on a hockey rink. All teams play some games in less than ideal conditions They can practice in less than ideal conditions. That happens. Playing a championship game in a stadium that will almost positively be played in l conditions that will limit the abilities of the players is just nuts in my opinion.
     
  20. Statalyzer

    Statalyzer 10,000+ Posts

    Nothing wrong with championship games having the same range of weather options as all others.

    Denver 24
    Seattle 20
     
  21. Vol Horn 4 Life

    Vol Horn 4 Life Good Bye To All The Rest!

    Here's to the possibility of a real snow bowl!

    Denver 27
    Seattle 20
     
  22. WorsterMan

    WorsterMan SEC here we come!!

    Seattle 23
    Denver 20
     
  23. Longbomb

    Longbomb 500+ Posts

    Seattle 27
    Denver 26
     
  24. dthree36

    dthree36 500+ Posts

    I predict a solid buzz, a full stomach, and a possible Denver let down. Seattle 24 Denver 21.
     
  25. NativeTXchic

    NativeTXchic 1,000+ Posts

    I called Seattle vs Denver in the SB before the playoffs ever happened.... granted it wasn't here, but I called it. I call Seattle winning it all this Sunday, too!
     
  26. msdw24

    msdw24 1,000+ Posts

    Omaha 35
    Hawks 31
     
  27. dthree36

    dthree36 500+ Posts

    Third Coast.. I though I was watching a scene from that fantastic flick Showgirls on your gif... you know the pool scene. Had a big laugh.
     
  28. jmtamu

    jmtamu 250+ Posts

    I'm going with Denver 31-17.

    I just don't think you can bet against Manning here. Seattle isn't nearly as good away from their home stadium. They also looked pretty damn nervous and guys were fumbling the ball around while they were trying to close out SF. You know Peyton isn't going to get nervous. Finally, Wilson has not really been that impressive in the Playoffs. Seattle's strength is the running game, but that's also what Denver defends best.

    Hoping for a good game, but my money is on Denver.
     
  29. Denmark

    Denmark 500+ Posts

    24-23 Broncos, although they say Def wins championships. Then it will be the Seahawks [​IMG]
     
  30. Mesohorny

    Mesohorny 1,000+ Posts

    Den 27
    Sea 21

    Like to see Manning win anotherand like to see Earl T win his first, but to hell with Pete Carroll.

    But I really don't care, just want a good game.
     

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