First Quarter Totals Play Arizona UNDER 7.5 in first quarter -- The Seahawks have not scored a point in the first quarter in NINE YEARS -- the longest streak by far of any team in the league. Seattle is starting a rookie QB on the road and they are playing a divisional opponent in a game that is rated close to pick-em. They should start this one with a cautious, wait-and-see attitude as one mistake could be the difference.
The Cardinals also should lead with their defense. In Whisenhunt’s last four years as head coach, the Cardinals are 0-12 OU in the first game of the season vs each divisional opponent. In their last six games in this spot that have scored a TOTAL of six points in the first quarter. To get over 7.5, these two would need two scores – one of which is a TD. We don’t think the offenses are up to it, so as long as the special teams and defense stay out of the end zone we should be OK here.
First Quarter Forecast: 0-0
Prof Meyer
