Seattle Seahawks Position Breakdown: Quarterback

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Published: May 23, 2009

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The Seahawks were a largely ineffective and injury riddled team in 2008. They posted a 4-12 record, their worst since a 2-14 finish in 1992.

Inconsistent play from the QB position played a large role in their fall from grace. They started three different QB’s: Matt Hasselbeck (seven games) Seneca Wallace (eight games) and Charlie Frye (one game). Frye is no longer with the team, largely due to his unimpressive play, even in a backup capacity.

Matt Hasselbeck played terrible last season, posting the worst statistical season of his career. He threw for 1,216 yards, 5 TD’s, 10 INT’s, and posted a 57.8 passer rating. His passer rating was worse than every other of the top 32 QB’s by a 9.7 margin (Cleveland Browns QB Derek Anderson posted a 68.5 QBR).

Hasselbeck is a proven Pro Bowl caliber QB. He has been groomed by Hall Of Fame Coach, Mike Holmgren his entire career. Holmgren is th...

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