Seahawks Reportedly Optimistic WR Tyler Lockett Plays Against Eagles
By Chris Russo
The all-important bye week could not be more timely for the Seattle Seahawks this season.
Coming off their open date, the Hawks apparentlu feel good about wide receiver Tyler Lockett's chances to play against the Philadelphia Eagles this Sunday, per insider Adam Schefter.
After spending the past two days at a Bay Area hospital, Seahawks WR Tyler Lockett is flying back to Seattle today, per source. Seahawks owner, Jody Allen, provided her plane to fly back Lockett. Expectation is, despite his leg contusion, Lockett will be ready to play vs. Philly.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 13, 2019
Lockett sustained a significant leg bruise during Week 10's Monday Night Football victory against the San Francisco 49ers in overtime. He spent two days at a local hospital, but head coach Pete Carroll says the team is preparing as if he'll play Sunday against Philly.
Lockett's injury was previously thought to be quite serious to the point of possibly requiring surgery, but the team quickly brushed side those suspicions.
#Seahawks WR Tyler Lockett didn't need surgery and is OK after suffering a bad leg bruise in last night's win over the #49ers. @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/QagT9Hl7e4
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) November 12, 2019
The 8-2 Seahawks and quarterback Russell Wilson have relied heavily on Lockett this season, as he leads the team with 62 receptions for 793 yards and six touchdowns. Wilson's MVP candidacy depends on targeting Lockett early and often; whenever he does, his passer rating is a sensational 136.5.