QB Geno Smith, Seattle Seahawks Offense, Take Down Lions in Shootout

The Seahawks offense was back in big style on Sunday against the Detroit Lions

Matt Galatzan | Oct 2, 2022

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After two consecutive losses, the Seattle Seahawks were looking to bounce back in a big way on Sunday against the Detroit Lions.

And thanks to an explosive offensive attack, they were able to do just that, getting back into the win column with a 48-45 shootout win at Ford Field in Detroit.

First and foremost, the Seahawks' play at quarterback from Geno Smith was outstanding, with the veteran bouncing back in a big way after two inconsistent weeks to complete 23 of 30 passes for 320 yards and two touchdowns while rushing five more times for 51 yards and another touchdown.

Wideout DK Metcalf led the way for the Seahawks receiving-wise, with seven catches for 149 yards on 10 targets, while tight ends Noah Fant and Will Dissly hauled in both of Smith's passing touchdowns.

Rashaad Penny also had a big afternoon for the Seahawks, rushing 17 times for 151 yards and two touchdowns of his own.

As a team, Seattle ended the game with 555 yards of total offense.

The Seattle defense, on the other hand, left a lot to be desired once again, allowing the Lions to make a big second-half push to close the gap, and rack up 520 yards of total offense, including 378 yards and four touchdowns through the air from Detroit quarterback Jared Goff.

Tight end TJ Hockenson had the best connection with Goff through the air, hauling in eight catches for 179 yards and two.

The Lions also added 108 yards and a touchdown on the ground from Jamal Williams.

Nevertheless, the Seahawks were able to withstand the push from Detroit and hold on for the win, moving to 2-2 on the season.

Following the win over Detroit, the Seahawks will now turn their attention to the NFC South and a trip to New Orleans to take on the Saints.

The Saints will be coming off of a tight 28-25 loss to the Minnesota Vikings in London.

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Published Oct 2, 2022

MATT GALATZAN

Matt Galatzan the Editor-In-Chief of AllSeahawks.com Galatzan graduated from the University of Mississippi, where he studied integrated marketing communications, with minors in journalism and business administration. Galatzan started in the sports journalism industry under Mike Fisher at DallasBasketball.com in 2014, which at the time was part of the 247Sports network. He also spent two years covering the SMU Mustangs for PonyStampede.com on the 247Sports network. When DallasBasketball.com and CowboysCountry.com moved over to Sports Illustrated's Fan Nation network in 2020, Galatzan followed suit, eventually being taking over as the Managing Editor and Publisher of LonghornsCountry.com and AllAggies.com a year later. Through the years, Galatzan has conducted a handful of high-profile one-on-one interviews to add to his resume — in both writing and podcasting. Some of his biggest interviews have been with Mavs owner Mark Cuban, former Longhorns players Dan Neil and Phil Dawson, and many other recruits, and current/former players for each of the teams he has covered. Galatzan is also a full-time employee in the digital media department for Audacy and KRLD FM's 105.3 The Fan in Dallas, which is the official radio home of the Dallas Cowboys. You can find Galatzan on all major social media channels. For any inquiries, please email matt.galatzan@gmail.com