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Seahawks to start Whitehurst

The Seattle Seahawks will start backup quarterback Charlie Whitehurt in their pivotal showdown against the St. Louis Rams.

The winner of the game will be crowned champions of the NFC West and earn a spot in the playoffs while the loser will sit at home and watch on television.

Quarterback Matt Hasselbeck has been banged up much of the season and injured his back while running into the end zone last week against Tampa Bay.

Whitehurst was acquired via trade in the offseason and was considered to be the team’s quarterback of the future. (more…)

Wednesday, December 29, 2010 at 1:42 pm by steve

Seahawks no match for Falcons, 34-18

The Seattle Seahawks couldn’t do anything right on either side of the ball in a 34-18 loss to the Atlanta Falcons.

It was an absolutely miserable day for Matt Hasselbeck, who was eventually replaced by Charlie Whitehurst.

Running back Marshawn Lynch was one of the few bright spots, carrying the ball 12 times for 60 yards. (more…)

Thursday, December 23, 2010 at 7:41 pm by steve