Walker must rebound in Week 2 against Pittsburgh after Week 1's rough showing. Seattle needs more north-south running to open lanes and sustain drives, while Darnold must diversify beyond Smith-Njigba to blunt defensive focus.

Woolen must tighten coverage after giving up big plays, and Seattle needs a more balanced offensive attack to avoid 0-2. With SF in Week 1 a reminder of how explosive opponents can be, Seattle's playoff hopes hinge on smarter game plans and steadier production from Walker, Darnold, and the defense.