Emanuel Wilson may play a key role in the Seattle Seahawks’ red-zone offense as the team prepares to face the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 7 and a defense that has excelled at limiting scoring opportunities in such territory.
According to Pro Football Focus, Wilson accounts for 29.1% of the Seahawks’ red-zone opportunities, the largest share on the team. His involvement in Week 7 will be particularly important against a Chiefs defense that has consistently restricted opponents inside the 20-yard line.
Kansas City ranks second in the NFL in red-zone conversion rate allowed at 27.8% and fourth in red-zone expected points added (EPA) allowed per play at minus-0.231. Those figures highlight the challenge facing Seattle as it looks to capitalize on scoring
opportunities.
The Seahawks have had a varied level of success in the red zone this season, which indicates their room for improvement in turning possessions into touchdowns.
With Wilson handling the largest share of Seattle’s red-zone opportunities, his role will be crucial in not only determining whether or not the Seahawks will find success against one of the league’s strongest defenses in scoring situations, but also in setting a tone for the offense for the rest of the season.
This article originally appeared on Seahawks Wire: Seahawks RB may be X-factor in red zone vs. Chiefs
