Seahawks Beat Up On Cowboys, 27-7

Cowboys Vs. Seahawks, Week 2: Overpowering Defense, Run Game Highlight Seattle's 27-7 Victory

The Seattle Seahawks rebounded nicely from last week's 20-16 heartbreaking loss to the Cardinals, dominating the Dallas Cowboys in all aspects of the game en route to a 27-7 home victory. With Marshawn Lynch (122 yards, one touchdown) anchoring a bruising ground attack, Seattle was able to efficiently run out the clock after securing a solid second half lead.

The fine gentlemen over at Field Gulls were obviously quite satisfied with the results but that didn't stop editor Danny Kelly from being a bit critical of Russell Wilson's game managing skills. Still, Kelly was pleased overall with what the rookie quarterback brought to the table in the first victory of his NFL career:

"There were some very shaky moments, especially early on ... but Wilson played much more efficiently in the 2nd half. It's encouraging that in his first two NFL starts, Wilson improved as the games have gone on, but that said, he still left a lot of throws on the field and certainly looked like a rookie at times."

Kelly also had some good things to say about the Seahawks defense after their disciplined and disruptive showing:

"...the Seahawks flew around, made big hits, and looked to simply wear down the Cowboys as the game went on...Tied with the Jags for lowest offensive output on the week, NFL-wide, were the typically high-octane offense of the Cowboys, who only managed seven points against an inspired Seahawks' defense. I'll take it - especially because I really do respect the Cowboys' talent - I like what they've done with their roster and think there's a solid chance this will be a playoff team."

The Seahawks will look to build on this momentum when they face off against the Green Bay Packers on Monday Night Football next week.

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Cowboys Vs. Seahawks, Week 2: Dallas Fans React To Frustrating Loss

The Dallas Cowboys were defeated in incredibly embarrassing fashion by the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, 27-7, in a game that completely erased all good feelings from the opening game win over the New York Giants. The Cowboys were dominated in all three phases of the game, starting with an opening-kickoff fumble and finishing with a crushing defensive performance in the second half.

KD Drummond of Blogging The Boys was obviously not pleased with the loss, saying that fans should have been prepared for the troubles that awaited the Cowboys in Seattle.

Well, that stuff they said about the difficulties in traveling to Seattle that we poo-pooed? Legit. Worries over having 11 days off after such an emotional, watershed victory in the Meadowlands? Confirmed. Thoughts that we just aren't any better than the .500 team that ended last season? Now, plausible. The Cowboys took a trip to the Pacific Northwest and got their rears kicked, 27-7.

In the most inexplicable ways, yet so unmistakingly familiar, the Dallas Cowboys broke down in every facet of the game. First it was the special teams; twice in the opening few minutes. Then it was the offense struggling. Finally, the defense succumbed to the total team air of sucktitude. The defense gave up second-half drives of 90 and 88 yards to the Seahawks led by Russell Wilson. Russell Wilson, folks. The themes of the day? Concentration, physical toughness and good old fashion want-to. Dallas failed to employ any of them.

The Dallas Cowboys head back to Arlington for their first home game of the season, facing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sept. 23, with kickoff set for 12 p.m. CT.

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Cowboys Vs. Seahawks Game Recap: Seattle Drops Dallas, 27-7

The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Dallas Cowboys, 27-7, in Sunday's Week 2 matchup at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Wash.

It didn't take long for the Cowboys (1-1) to come back to earth after their impressive Week 1 victory over the New York Giants, as Dallas could not get its offense going in the second half. Meanwhile, Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch victimized the Cowboys defense, and rookie quarterback Russell Wilson was as efficient as anyone could have hoped.

Lynch ran for over 100 yards in the second half after a slow start, recovering from an uninspiring performance in the Seahawks' opener. Wilson, meanwhile, was 15-of-20 for 151 yards and a touchdown for Seattle (1-1). Most importantly, he made good decisions with the football, which was a big improvement after turning the ball over twice in Week 1.

Tony Romo finished 23-of-40, while throwing for 251 yards and a touchdown. Unfortunately, he also threw an interception, and fumbled once as well, though he would eventually recover it. Romo wasn't the only Cowboy to have a sloppy game, as Felix Jones lost a fumble and the special teams allowed a blocked punt that ended up being returned for a touchdown.

This is the worst performance in the 26-game #Cowboys' coaching era of Jason Garrett.

— Richie Whitt (@richiewhitt) September 16, 2012

Fantasy Studs and Duds

Marshawn Lynch bounced back to have a big day against Dallas on Sunday. He rushed for 122 yards on 26 carries, while finding the end zone in the fourth quarter to give Seattle a 20-point lead.

On the other side of the coin, DeMarco Murray had a disappointing day, rushing 12 times for 44 yards, and going without a score. This came after a solid opener in which Murray ran for 131 yards on 20 carries.

Check out SB Nation's Fantasy Football hub for more.

Did They Cover?

The Cowboys came into the game as six-point favorites, so it goes without saying that big payouts are on the way for those who put their money on the Seahawks. Also, the over/under of 40 was not reached, so kudos to those who took the under.

Need to check out the odds on this game and others? SB Nation has you covered.

Up Next

Dallas: Sept. 23 vs. Tampa Bay; Seattle: Sept. 24 vs. Green Bay.

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Sean Lee Obliterated By Golden Tate

Over the last two weeks, linebacker Sean Lee has been the NFL's golden child. The heady, no-nonsense linebacker has been interviewed by every outlet, and touted as the next 'great' linebacker– heck, defensive coordinator Rob Ryan called him the best inside linebacker in the league.

Golden Tate took exception. After all, he's been Golden since birth. So he channeled all of that anger into a Napoleon Complex delivered through the tip of his helmet.

In a hit that looks like it came straight out of a drivers ed movie, Lee was laid out with the hit of the day.

Mike Pereira is not amused

The hit on Lee is an illegal blindside block. Lee is considered defenseless, which means you can't lower your head & hit in head/neck area.

— Mike Pereira (@MikePereira) September 16, 2012

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Cowboys Vs. Seahawks: Game Time, TV Schedule, Odds And More

The Cowboys, fresh off a Week 1 win over the defending Super Bowl champion Giants, will look to topple the Seahawks in Seattle.

NFL Picks Week 2: Cowboys Vs. Seahawks

The Dallas Cowboys and the Seattle Seahawks battle in Week 2 of the NFL regular season. There are plenty of reasons that one could conceive for picking either team this weekend.

The Cowboys are coming off a strong Week 1 performance against the reigning Super Bowl champion New York Giants. It looks as if Tony Romo and the Cowboys defense turned a corner with solid performances on both sides of the football.

Meanwhile, while the Seahawks just came off a tough loss to the Arizona Cardinals on the road, Russell Wilson performed fairly well and the Seattle defense also managed to do their best in keeping the team in the contest. Now they head home to one of the most intimidating homefield advantages in the country and have a decent shot at pulling out the upset.

How do the experts view this game?

• Eight out of nine experts at ESPN pick the Cowboys (Chris Mortensen was the lone contrarian).
• Jason Cole of Yahoo Sports (plus the users) also have the Cowboys.
• Six of nine experts at CBS Sports pick the Cowboys (interestingly, the Predictor Machine went with the Seahawks).

Talk about NFL picks with Cowboys fans at Blogging the Boys and with Seahawks fans at Field Gulls.

Week 2 NFL Odds: Cowboys Vs. Seahawks

The Dallas Cowboys are early road favorite against the Seattle Seahawks in this Week 2 NFL matchup. In six of its last seven games, Dallas has failed to go over the points spread.