PREVIEW: Seahawks Significant Matchup Advantages vs. Chargers | w/ NFL Scout Rob Rang

Seattle Seahawks’ defense faces questions after late-game lapses against the Washington Commanders—can Julian Love’s return tilt the balance against Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers? Dan Viens and Rob Rang break down standout performances, lingering concerns at linebacker, and the influence of safeties like AJ Finley and Rodney Thomas. With the Chargers’ offense struggling and matchup advantages brewing up front, who will step up in a game that’s anything but a routine win? Key topics include Devin Witherspoon and Josh Jobe’s cornerback play, depth across Seattle’s secondary, and the interior offensive line battle spotlighting Tyler Biadasz’s absence for LA. The duo highlights why the linebackers, notably Ernest Jones and Drake Thomas, must elevate their game, and how Nick Emmanwori’s versatility could be the x-factor in the Seahawks’ pass rush. With the 49ers looming, is this a must-win for Seattle to stay in the NFC West race? PHOTO: Amber Searls-Imagn Images CHAPTERS: 0:00: Show Open 03:25 Seahawks Defensive Performance Review 06:20 Seahawks Secondary Depth & Julian Love Impact 08:27 Cornerback Concerns & Emerging Players 14:39 Inside Linebacker Evaluation & Concerns 17:58 Nick Emmanwori’s Versatile Role & Chargers Preview Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts... Locked On NFL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/... Follow Dan On Twitter:   / danviensnfl   Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everyday... Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season. Square Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/lockedonnfl! #squarepod Betterhelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at http://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDON. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Ultra Pouches Don’t sleep on Ultra Pouches. New customers get 15% Off with code LOCKEDONNFL at https://takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad Warby Parker Our listeners can buy one pair of glasses and get 20% off any additional pairs at https://WarbyParker.com/LOCKEDONNFL — and using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)