Pete Carroll thinks Seahawks ‘got a shot’ at a championship with Drew Lock

Russell Wilson is out, Drew Lock is in, and Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll thinks nice issues await.

Hey, don’t shoot the messenger.

However significantly, Carroll and Seahawks GM John Schneider each say that Lock is a man who can take them locations. Lock, after all, was acquired as a part of the commerce that despatched Wilson to the Denver Broncos.

“If he performs like he did early on, I believe we’ve obtained a shot,’’ Carroll stated, by way of Bob Condotta of the Seattle Occasions. “You return to his first yr when he was balling as a rookie, when he was 4-1, his third-down numbers had been terrific. Taking good care of the soccer very well. … We predict he’s nonetheless that man and so we’ll see.’’

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) celebrates with teammates after scoring towards the Kansas Metropolis Chiefs in the course of the first half of an NFL soccer sport Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, in Denver. 
(AP Picture/David Zalubowski)

Lock simply accomplished his third season, all with the Broncos. Whereas he might have been “balling as a rookie,” he appeared in simply six video games final season, beginning three. He completed 67-of-111 passing for 787 yards, with touchdowns and two interceptions. Up to now three years mixed, Lock has compiled an 8-13 document.

Hardly the stuff of which Tremendous Bowl desires are made. However hey, the Seahawks are completely happy.

“We’re enthusiastic about it,’’ Schneider stated. “We’re excited a few change of surroundings for him.’’

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll speaks throughout a press convention on the NFL soccer scouting mix in Indianapolis, Wednesday, March 2, 2022.
(AP Picture/Michael Conroy)

Lock isn’t any Wilson, however he’s the Seahawks new man beneath middle. So when the Seahawks say they’re excited, you possibly can imagine them.

In any case, what different selection have they got?