The Seattle Seahawks narrowly lost to the Tennessee Titans 16-15 in their preseason opener, with backup quarterback Sam Howell shining through with an impressive performance, completing 11 of 14 passes for 153 yards and a touchdown. Fourth-string receiver Easop Winston also stood out, achieving a 90.2 Pro Football Focus (PFF) grade, reflecting a successful touchdown connection with Howell. Conversely, P.J. Walker struggled significantly, earning a lowly 37.3 grade, which raises concerns about the team's quarterback depth as they head into the regular season. Despite the loss, the game provided valuable insights into the roster, particularly Howell's potential as a reliable backup for starter Geno Smith. Defensively, Derick Hall led the way with an 86.7 grade, indicating strong edge rusher depth for Seattle. The Seahawks' next games will be critical for evaluating Howell's ability to secure a backup role and Walker's chance for redemption.