Since Nov. 30, Seattle’s defense has been nearly impenetrable, with no opponent scoring 20 or more points besides the Los Angeles Rams on Dec. 18 and in the NFC title game. The stretch underscores how the Seahawks’ unit has elevated its play as they chase a championship.
Brady contrasted the old Legion of Boom with Seattle’s present scheme, noting the current defense is less predictable and relies on late rotation and shell looks that can complicate a quarterback’s reads. He suggested the newer approach can still be exploited, but only by precise execution.
The five-time champion highlighted that beating Seattle requires productive plays after productive plays, a quarterback who can read coverage and deliver accurately, and receivers who display strong body language and versatility to catch a variety of targets. He emphasized the need for a well-rounded group of wide receivers, tight ends, and backs.
Brady also pointed to the path for Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, describing the must-have elements to counter Seattle’s defense: consistency in moving the ball, good timing, and an offense stocked with capable pass catchers who can exploit soft spots when they appear.
Separately, Seahawks signals exchange praise for Sam Darnold, as Joe Montana lauded his late-career resurgence on Jan. 27. Montana praised Darnold’s resilience, noting his 28 wins across his previous two teams and his continued success since arriving in Seattle.
These observations were reported as Brady’s analysis circulated on Seattle Sports and Montana’s comments appeared on The Pat McAfee Show, with context tying into Seattle’s ongoing Super Bowl LX pursuit and Darnold’s evolving role for the Seahawks. This summary reflects coverage originally published by Heavy Sports.
