Seahawks viewed as average QB incubators in recent tier ranking
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 7:56 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
The Seattle Seahawks were classified as 'average incubators' for quarterback success, alongside the Las Vegas Raiders, in a recent tier list published by NFL on CBS. This ranking has sparked criticism among Seahawks supporters, who argue that the team's history of developing quarterbacks like Matt Hasselbeck and Russell Wilson contradicts the assessment. The list has intensified discussions about the national perception of the Seahawks, especially following their Super Bowl LX victory. Fans have expressed concerns about perceived disrespect heading into the 2026 season while highlighting Geno Smith's mixed performance levels across different teams in recent seasons.
- •Seahawks ranked with Raiders as 'average incubators' for QBs.
- •Geno Smith's performance varied significantly between Seattle and Las Vegas.
- •Criticism has emerged from fans regarding the tier ranking's validity.
- •Historical success with QBs like Hasselbeck and Wilson is cited by supporters.
- •Discussion reflects broader narratives about the Seahawks before the 2026 season.
- 7:56 PMYahoo Sports — Seahawks’ QB environment questions fuel "disrespect" narrative
"To compare Seattle and Las Vegas as quarterback incubators, one needs not look further than Geno Smith.
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