Pete Carroll's philosophy of running the ball and playing stout defense to control the clock will be matched Sunday against fellow defensive-minded head coach Mike Zimmer and the Minnesota Vikings. Are the NFC North-leading Vikings better at this style football than the Seahawks?
The Seahawks may see a lot of themselves when they begin filmwork on this week's opponent, the NFC North division leading Minnesota Vikings.
That's because the Vikings, like the Seahawks, are built primarily around the running game and defense but also possess the flexibility to adjust to different opponents.
After erupting for 39 points in a shootout victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers, some believe the Seahawks have suddenly morphed into a more offensive-based attack with quarterback Russell Wilson the focal point rather than either a Marshawn Lynch or Thomas Rawls-led running game.