Analysis: Four Concerning Numbers for Struggling Seahawks
Suffering their most lopsided loss in two years, the Seahawks picked the wrong night to play at their worst, suffering a 17-point drubbing from the Bears. At 4-4, what numbers explain Seattle's unexpected mediocrity so far?
The Seattle Seahawks played their worst game of the 2026 season on Monday night against the Chicago Bears. Critical mistakes and turnovers led to a 34-17 drubbing at the hands of Ben Johnson's squad.
Seattle now sits at 4-4. The Seahawks are at something of a crossroads halfway through the season. They already have more losses this season than they had all last year on their way to a Super Bowl title. The offense is a mess. The defense, for all the talent they possess, has a few dents in the armor. Special teams has shown glaring issues as well. Time is running out for Mike Macdonald to turn the ship around.
Let's review four statistics that tell the tale of why Seattle is just .500 now into November:
83.3
This is the biggest one that has everyone talking. The "Dark Side" defense is still very strong. They are still sixth in points allowed and the top passing defense in the NFL. However, inexplicably, they are the worst red zone defense in the NFL. They allow opposing red zone trips to turn into touchdowns 83.3% of the team, which ranks dead last in the league. Granted, opponents only have 18 total trips to the red zone against Seattle's defense, which is third-fewest in the NFL. However, 15 of those 18 trips have been for six. That's far too many.
