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1. MATT HASSELBECK
Quarterback | Seattle Seahawks ... Next Game: 10/31 at OAK 
Hasselbeck has gone back-to-back weeks without an interception for the first time since Weeks 12 and 13 last season. He's developing a strong rapport with receiver Mike Williams, particularly on third down. Hasselbeck has completed all nine third-down attempts to Williams in the Seahawks' past two games, converting eight first downs. Seattle scored only one TD in seven red zone possessions Sunday, however, and there were times when Hasselbeck invited sacks by holding the ball too long. He faces a potentially difficult matchup against Nnamdi Asomugha and the Oakland Raiders' defense in Week 8.
Week 7 vs. Arizona (W, 22-10)
| CMP | ATT | YDS | CMP% | LNG | TD | INT | RAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 38 | 192 | 52.6 | 26 | 1 | 0 | 75.8 |
2. SAM BRADFORD
Quarterback | St. Louis Rams ... Next Game: 10/31 vs. CAR 
Bradford posted his highest passer rating of the season Sunday even though this wasn't his best game. Bradford appeared less accurate than usual, completing only half of his passes for 126 yards. But the offense started quickly, jumping out to a 17-3 lead in the first half. Bradford avoided throwing an interception for the second week in a row and the second time in his career (although he did lose a fumble). Turnover avoidance can be half the battle even for veteran quarterbacks. Injuries at receiver could be catching up to Bradford. Returning home to face Carolina in Week 8 should give him a chance to bounce back.
Week 7 at Tampa Bay (L, 18-17)
| CMP | ATT | YDS | CMP% | LNG | TD | INT | RAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 26 | 126 | 50.0 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 89.6 |
3. ALEX SMITH
Quarterback | San Francisco 49ers ... Next Game: 10/31 vs. DEN 
Smith started quickly against the Panthers, continuing a recent trend. But the offense stagnated and Smith appeared completely out of rhythm before an injured left shoulder knocked him from the game. The injury, Smith's season-long performance and the 49ers' 1-6 record are making this look like the quarterback's final season with the organization. The 49ers have not yet said how long Smith might miss while recovering from the injury, however.
Week 7 at Carolina (L, 23-20)
| CMP | ATT | YDS | CMP% | LNG | TD | INT | RAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 19 | 129 | 47.4 | 53 | 1 | 0 | 87.4 |
4. DEREK ANDERSON
Quarterback | Arizona Cardinals ... Next Game: 10/31 vs. TB 
The Cardinals' offense perked up and drove toward its first touchdown since Sept. 26 when Anderson entered the game Sunday against Seattle. Anderson completed his first four passes for 67 yards. He then completed 4 of 13 passes for 29 yards during the rest of the game. The performance wasn't good enough for coach Ken Whisenhunt to name Anderson his starter against the Bucs in Week 8.
Week 7 at Seattle (L, 22-10)
| CMP | ATT | YDS | CMP% | LNG | TD | INT | RAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 17 | 96 | 47.1 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 64.8 |
5. DAVID CARR
Quarterback | San Francisco 49ers ... Next Game: 10/31 vs. DEN 
The 49ers weren't asking for much from Carr when they put him into a 10-10 game early in the second half. They leaned heavily on Frank Gore, as expected, and happily accepted the defensive TD that gave them a 20-13 lead with 12:52 remaining in the fourth quarter. But when the 49ers needed a few passes to sustain drives, Carr was unable to deliver. The interception he threw on second-and-14 with 1:14 remaining put the Panthers in position to win the game.
Week 7 at Carolina (L, 23-20)
| CMP | ATT | YDS | CMP% | LNG | TD | INT | RAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 13 | 67 | 38.5 | 22 | 0 | 1 | 23.6 |
6. MAX HALL
Quarterback | Arizona Cardinals ... Next Game: 10/31 vs. TB 
Hall struggled against the Seahawks and has yet to produce a touchdown drive in two starts. Hall lacks size and it appeared as though wet conditions made it tougher for him to throw the football with accuracy. Hall has taken a pounding this season, leaving both starts with injuries. He returned against New Orleans, but not against Seattle. Whisenhunt is sticking with Hall as his starter and Hall will presumably fare better at home in Week 8.
Week 7 at Seattle (L, 22-10)
| CMP | ATT | YDS | CMP% | LNG | TD | INT | RAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 16 | 36 | 25.0 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 13.5 |
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Mike Sando
Sando joined ESPN.com in 2007 after nine seasons covering the Seattle Seahawks for the Tacoma (Wash.) News Tribune. He lives in the Seattle-Tacoma area with his wife and two sons.
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