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TheSeattle Seahawkshave a difficult two-game stretch coming up, and it starts with a compelling matchup against the 9-2New Orleans Saints. Unfortunately, it appears thatPercy Harvinmay not make an appearance as the dynamic receiver has been listed as doubtful for the game onMonday Night Football.
Why do I have a feeling that this may be a consistent theme for the rest of the year?
Harvin was exciting to watch in his first game back against theMinnesota Vikings, but apparently he overdid it and now his problematic hip is giving him some issues. Truthfully, this should not be a major surprise.
Sometimes we forget that these amazing athletes who perform incredible feats on the gridiron are still very much human. We expect a guy to have major hip surgery and then quickly get back to his job of getting crushed by linebackers and defensive backs.
This may just be a minor setback, and perhapsPete Carrolland the Seahawks are just being a bit cautious. After all, the Seahawks need Harvin back for the playoffs. The game against the Saints is big, as it may determine home field advantage during the postseason.
What is more important? Having Harvin for the playoffs or securing games atCenturyLink Field? Given the fact that the Seahawks have gotten this far without Harvin, it might be better to ensure that games are at the Clink.
This isn’t to say that the ‘Hawks should push Harvin and go for broke againstDrew Breesand the Saints. The Saints are a great team, but Seattle should be able to beat them even without the electric Harvin.
WithoutSidney Riceand Harvin, I suppose you could argue that the Seahawks are “thin” at wide receiver. However,Russell Wilsonhas done just fine withGolden Tate,Doug BaldwinandZach Miller.
Besides, the key to winning this game will be about slowing down Brees and the Saints air attack. Now thatWalter Thurmondwill be gone for four games, the ‘Hawks will need to step up their pass coverage. If the Seahawks can keep pressure on Brees,Marshawn Lynchshould be able to take care of the rest.
Hopefully Harvin will be able to get back on the field soon. It would certainly be nice to have him against theSan Francisco 49erson December 8.
If Harvin keeps having issues, the word “doubtful” could be a weekly occurrence.
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