Everyone keeps saying Seattle is going to win because of their defense, but when I ask them why, they can’t explain it. We all know that they will get killed if they run their base 4-3 or play vanilla style zone schemes like Cover 2 or 3. So obviously they will be playing a lot of bump and run man, but then how will they shade the Broncos WR’s? Denver loves to run crossing, drag, slant and in-routes, so should they shade the inside half? If they do that, they better hope their pass rush gets to Manning in time on posts, flags, flys, sluggos, wheels, etc.
The only way I feel Seattle will win is if Dan Quinn calls some exotic, hybrid defensive plays that will make their 4-3 look and act as more of a 3-4. This will confuse Denver’s offensive line and Seattle’s D-Line and LB’s will be able to put pressure on Manning. All I keep hearing about is the WR and CB match ups, but the interior line is where it will be won on both sides of the ball, IMO.
If I remember right, doesn't Quinn like to run a lot Nickel too? You Seattle fans can answer that question. If they do in this game, Peyton will audible like always and hand the ball off. That’s why I am looking forward to this match-up, because I want to see what Quinn’s defensive play calls will be.