"Seahawks' Playoff Hopes Hinge on Crucial Victory Against Cardinals in Week 18"
The Seattle Seahawks, led by GM John Schneider and coach Pete Carroll, are facing calls for drastic changes after potentially missing the playoffs or facing another early exit. Despite a transition season and some success, the team's performance has not met expectations, and they are at risk of being seen as perpetually mediocre. With an 8-8 record going into Week 18, the Seahawks' future hinges on the final game and other teams' outcomes, but deeper issues within the franchise suggest that significant changes may be necessary to return to being a dominant force in the NFL.